October 2004 Boomer Bulletin
Each edition of the Boomer Bulletin offers an array of insights into firm management, technology and marketing. Review each Bulletin by its original publication date or search to explore specific topics. Come back frequently and discover new ways to keep your firm among the best!
Partner Compensation
October 6 | by L. Gary Boomer, CPA, CITP, CEO
Compensation of owners in a professional services firm has always been contentious. Over the years several trends have developed based upon the size of the firm. A new trend is developing that is an attempt to take the best from previous systems and blend it with new developments in firm management. This method is generally referred to as the balanced scorecard approach.
Innovative Peers Spark Innovation
October 6 | by Sandra L. Wiley, COO and Senior Consultant
Innovation by definition is "the introduction of something new or a new idea, method, or device". That is what happens at every meeting of The Boomer Technology Circles™, and here is the documented proof!
Great Opportunities Abound
October 6 | by Eric Hunt Director of Client Relations
You have been thinking about it all year. You have talked about it in the firm meetings, and you have been hearing about it at the conferences you attend. You have received information through the Boomer Bulletin and possibly even received a phone call or attended a Webinar where you obtained even more information. I'm talking about ... "The Boomer Technology Circles™."
The Human Capital Symposium 2004
October 6 | Staff report
The Human Capital Symposium 2004 promises to be an excellent learning and networking opportunity for anyone in your firm that is responsible for the management of Human Capital. Boomer Consulting, Inc. has planned an extensive conference agenda for participants to:
The Winning-Is-Everything 2005 Conference
October 6 | Staff report
Winning Is Everything brings the insight of international business experts and the knowledge of industry practitioners together to create real-world solutions.
October 2004 Circle Update
October 6 | by Ken McCall, MBA, MCP, CDIA+
Circle activity during September was relatively light; only one Circle had a scheduled meeting. BTC #6, the Circle comprised of some of our smallest member firms, met in Kansas City on September 27th and 28th . As always, the firm of Taketa Iwata Hara & Associates LLP claimed the prize of farthest distance traveled as they trekked their way from Hilo, Hawaii for the session!
Security Fundamentals
October 6 | by Matthew Wilson, MCSE (2003), MCSA-Messaging
As technology consultants to CPA firms, we at Boomer Consulting are often asked for “the” solution to a given technology issue, question, or problem. Easy answers to the question of security do not exist. This article gives the non-technical reader a glimpse into the world of computer security. Hopefully, you will understand the threats, preventative measures, and countermeasures that comprise the cat-and-mouse game of security.
Small Firms: Building Relationships in Your Backyard
October 6 | by Eric Hunt Director of Client Relations
One of the hardest things for a small accounting firm to do is to build its base revenue. Generating new clients can be extremely difficult and frustrating for small operations. If you are a small firm, how do you gain new prospects that lead to clients? It may be that you are missing out on one of the best areas for lead generation.
Share Your "Tip of the Day"
October 6 | by by Sue Thiemann Director of First Impressions
The last quarter of the year is here. Don't let yourself just slide into it – I encourage you to push and persist on through to the finish! The 4th quarter may very well be your best quarter. Here are some ways to make the last quarter the best in 2004.
Boomer's Email Filtering Service
October 6 | by Matthew Wilson, MCSE, MCSA-Messaging (2003)
Boomer Consulting is pleased to offer its email filtering service to its Circle member Firms and other consulting clients. Here are some of its features: