survey reveals widening gap with men.
only 48 percent of women are satisfied with their careers, compared to 59 percent of men — a gap that has only widened from year to year, according to a mergis group survey.
and nearly three-quarters of women in accounting and finance believe they face a tougher set of obstacles than their male counterparts.
most tax and accounting firms are falling behind in their operating practices and processes, according to a new survey.
and, astoundingly, they know it and admit that it may take them years to catch up.
rosenberg survey uncovers the power of leverage.
by gary l. adamson
adamson advisory
the universal measure of profitability in accounting firms is average income per partner. another universal tool is the annual rosenberg national map survey. it’s a must-have for running your firm.
in the latest survey, rosenberg identifies his “elite” firms, which are the 54 that had income per partner of more than $500,000. not bad considering it is based on 2009 economic data—from the middle of the recession.
it’s interesting, if you dig into the data in the survey, you will find that these 54 aren’t just the biggest firms, although as rosenberg puts it, bigger is better in terms of profitability. in fact, 24 of them are in the $2-$10 million fee range and three are sole proprietors.
start with planning and coaching.
by steve erickson
steve erickson llc
improving partner and staff accountability is essential in these economic times.
review notes and backward looking evaluations might well have some influence on future performance but do not have any impact on what has already taken place. there is a better way to get to get your partners and staff to take ownership and agree to be accountable.
here’s how you can immediately improve accountability and performance in your firm: read more →
and five areas where innovation will produce significant results
by l. gary boomer
accounting firms generally are not who you think of when you mention “innovation,” yet many firms excel at innovation and there is a pattern to their success.