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E202 - All Things the Boomer Knowledge Network
Welcome to the Boomer Briefing Podcast, where we help you solve a critical business issue in 20 minutes or less. On this episode of the...
Nov 5, 20241 min read


4 Big Trends Driving Change in Learning & Development in 2024
Learning and development are the cornerstone of a thriving firm culture. If that seems a bit hyperbolic, consider this: LinkedIn Learning's 2022 Workplace Learning Report says “opportunities to learn and grow” is the number one driver of a great work culture. Remarkably, just two years prior, it lingered in ninth place. This leap in the ranking underscores the seismic shifts occurring in learning and development (L&D). But what’s driving this shift? Let’s dissect the four maj
Jun 11, 20245 min read


Boomer Consulting, Inc. Launches the Boomer Knowledge Network
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Boomer Consulting, Inc. Launches the Boomer Knowledge Network Kansas City, MO, June 5, 2024 – Boomer Consulting,...
Jun 5, 20242 min read


Revolutionizing Learning and Development: Harnessing AI and Avatars for Upskilling
The accounting profession and the broader world are changing rapidly. To keep up, it’s crucial for professionals to continuously learn and develop new skills. As your firm strives to remain competitive, groundbreaking technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and avatars, can revolutionize your learning and development (L&D) initiatives. So let’s discuss how these transformative tools can significantly enhance learning experiences and improve employee retention and
Feb 6, 20243 min read


Preparing Tomorrow's Leaders: Fast-Tracking Talent to Partnership
For today's firm leaders, one of the most pressing challenges isn't just attracting talent, but also holding on to them and preparing them for partnership. The traditional trajectory to partner status took well over a decade. However, many firms are accelerating that pathway in today's fast-paced and highly competitive accounting labor market and with changing generational expectations. Leading firms are looking at faster promotion tracks to stay competitive and hold onto the
Oct 10, 20233 min read


Embracing Change: Rebranding and Marketing Your Firm for the Future
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, accounting firms are undergoing significant transformations to adapt to the changing...
Oct 10, 20233 min read


How to Start a Learning & Development Department in Your Firm
Not long ago, creating a dedicated learning and development role in a CPA firm was unheard of. Most firms simply put someone in charge of tracking CPE hours, viewing it as a compliance exercise rather than a talent development strategy. Where do you start if your firm recently elevated the role of learning and development and you're building the department from scratch? With proper planning, management skills, support systems, and creative ideas, you can transform your firm f
Oct 10, 20235 min read


E149 - Supporting the Emerging L&D Leader
Welcome to the Boomer Briefing Podcast, where we help you solve a critical business issue in 20 minutes or less. On this episode of the...
Sep 26, 20231 min read


Grow Your Team's Capabilities with Leadership Training
Are you looking for ways to level up your firm's capabilities? Leadership training at all levels can be a powerful tool in creating your...
May 2, 20234 min read


A Positive Take on Employee Turnover
It's a difficult reality in any profession, but especially for CPA firms: employees eventually leave. It can be disruptive, have financial implications, and generally cause anxiety within your team. But there are ways to respond to this disruption by strategically looking at the positives of resignations and approaching them with an open mind. If you're a leader of a CPA firm coming to terms with one or more employee departures during the Great Recession, here's how to face t
Feb 28, 20234 min read
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