top of page
Blog
Join our community by subscribing to the Boomer Bulletin, and our articles will be delivered monthly right to your inbox.
Jim Boomer, Shareholder
1 day ago4 min read
The Evolution of the Business Model in Accounting Firms
Discover how accounting firms can transform their business models with advisory services, technology, and private equity-driven strategies.
Erin McCormick
1 day ago4 min read
Best Practices for Success in Operations Leadership
Master operations leadership in CPA firms: embrace tech, foster culture, invest in growth, and drive collaboration for lasting success.
Deanna Perkins
1 day ago4 min read
Unlocking Growth: Essential Marketing and Business Development Strategies for Accounting Firms
Discover essential marketing and business development strategies to help accounting firms attract clients, foster loyalty, and drive growth.
Kylie Pruser
1 day ago3 min read
Innovative Strategies for Recruitment and Retention
Discover innovative recruitment and retention strategies for accounting firms, from flexible work to leadership programs and more.
Sandra Wiley, Shareholder
5 days ago4 min read
Positioning Yourself to Be a Partner – Your Way!
“To live a creative life, we must lose our fear of being wrong.” – Joseph Pierce If you’re a rising star in your firm, you’ve most likely...
Heather Robinson
Dec 19, 20244 min read
3 Skills That Require Zero Talent
Three skills that require zero talent and can help you become more valuable in your career.
Guest Author
Dec 17, 20242 min read
Unlocking the Power of Content: A Conversation with AAB's CIO
During a recent webinar, Intapp had the privilege of hosting Lance Fisher, CIO of AAB. Lance shared valuable insights into how firms can...
Guest Author
Dec 5, 20244 min read
Accountants need a modern document management system
The following was originally published in AIT's Portrait . Accountancy firms realise the importance of technology in helping them...
Arianna Campbell, Shareholder
Dec 4, 20243 min read
Automation Doesn’t Replace Communication
Communication is integral for any accounting firm, no matter the size. Without clear internal and external communication, chaos is bound...
Heather Robinson
Nov 19, 20243 min read
4 Tips for Renaming Your Firm
Pop quiz: What do BackRub, Blue Ribbon Sports and AuctionWeb have in common? Hint: You probably know these companies better by their...
Jon Hubbard, Shareholder
Nov 18, 20243 min read
The Rise of Growth Leaders: Shaping the Future of Accounting Firms
Learn how growth leaders drive strategy, client experience, and sustainable growth in accounting firms with the right mindset, skills, and t
Heather Robinson
Nov 18, 20244 min read
7 Strategies to Market Your Client Accounting and Advisory Services
Explore our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) to gain strategic financial insights, streamline operations, and achieve growth.
Hailey Hilbert
Nov 18, 20243 min read
How to Build a Sales-Minded Culture
Build a sales-minded culture where all team members spot growth opportunities, build trust, and connect clients to your firm's services.
Derek Olsen
Nov 18, 20244 min read
Benchmarking Your Firm’s Metrics: How to Leverage Insights for Growth
Benchmarking helps firms assess key metrics, compare performance, and leverage peer insights to drive growth and strategic improvements.
Marc T Staut, Shareholder
Nov 7, 20246 min read
6 Things I Wish I’d Known About Technology Consulting
Many years ago, when I was at the beginning of my career as a Network Engineer, I was asked to participate in a call with the entire IT...
Boomer Consulting, Inc.
Nov 5, 20241 min read
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...
Marc T Staut, Shareholder
Oct 28, 20244 min read
Prioritizing Technology Initiatives
Accounting firms can prioritize technology initiatives using a data-driven approach that aligns with business goals and optimizes resources.
Amanda Wilkie
Oct 28, 20244 min read
Incorporating Artificial Intelligence into Continuous Improvement
CPA firms can incorporate AI into continuous improvement efforts to boost efficiency, streamline workflows and maintain a competitive edge.
Chris Rochford
Oct 28, 20244 min read
Taking a Long-Term View of Your Technology Budget
Learn how to take a long-term approach to technology budgeting while maintaining flexibility to adapt to future business needs.
Erin Shively
Oct 28, 20244 min read
How to Evaluate Technology Needs vs. Wants
Learn how to evaluate technology needs vs wants in your CPA firm, identify shadow IT, manage software bloat, and optimize your tech stack.
Guest Author
Oct 28, 20242 min read
AI in Tax and Accounting: What It Actually Does and Why You Should Use It
Discover how AI revolutionizes tax and accounting by automating tasks, enhancing client collaboration, and addressing staffing shortages.
Sandra Wiley, Shareholder
Oct 23, 20243 min read
Prepare for an Exciting World of Change
The word change pops up in nearly every article we read, conference we attend, internal planning meeting we hold, or client conversation...
Sandra Wiley, Shareholder
Oct 7, 20244 min read
Continue Taking an Equity-Minded Approach to Talent
CPA firm leaders must continue taking an equity-minded approach to talent management to drive profits, innovation, attraction and retention.
Deanna Perkins
Oct 7, 20244 min read
The Key to Reducing Burnout? Spreading Out the Workload
CAAS departments experience lower burnout rates. Accounting firms can improve talent retention by spreading their work out evenly.
Heather Robinson
Oct 7, 20244 min read
How to Build a Growth Team in Your CPA Firm
Build a growth team in your CPA firm by integrating sales, marketing, client experience, and employee experience to drive growth.
Boomer Consulting, Inc.
Oct 7, 20244 min read
Soft Skills for Learning & Development
Enhance L&D by adapting to adult learning styles—boost retention, reduce turnover, and build engaged, high-performing teams.
Erin McCormick
Oct 1, 20242 min read
Community Engagement in Everyday Life
Dr. Crispin Butteriss, founding director of one of the largest community engagement platforms in the world, defines community engagement...
Arianna Campbell, Shareholder
Sep 19, 20243 min read
5 Strategies for Increasing Buy-In
When firms plan to make significant changes, such as implementing new software or improving an existing process, leaders often have...
Arianna Campbell, Shareholder
Sep 16, 20245 min read
Connecting Employee and Client Experience
Connecting employee and client experience drives growth and loyalty.
Amelia Brewster
Sep 16, 20243 min read
Proactive Processes for Client Filtering
Discover how proactive client filtering can streamline operations, align with ideal clients, and boost efficiency and relationships.
Hailey Hilbert
Sep 16, 20244 min read
Processes vs. Tasks: A Clear Definition to Support Continuous Improvement
Understand the difference between processes vs tasks to streamline workflows and improve productivity. Here's why it matters.
Parker Bohon
Sep 16, 20244 min read
Creating an Effective Communication Process
Creating an effective communication process for your CPA firm involves selecting the right platforms and establishing clear guidelines.
Deanna Perkins
Sep 4, 20243 min read
Processing Through Your Firm’s Biggest Dangers
During visioning sessions with clients, we walk them through a DOS Exercise. DOS stands for Dangers, Opportunities and Strengths. This...
Heather Robinson
Sep 3, 20243 min read
Insights and Epiphanies from the 1st Annual Boomer Circle Summit
Our Boomer Circle members have returned to their firms after our first annual Boomer Circle Summit, which brought together members from...
Jim Boomer, Shareholder
Aug 26, 20243 min read
The Power of Trusted Relationships in a Peer Network
Keeping up with rapid changes can be challenging, especially if you look only within your firm for new ideas.
Erin McCormick
Aug 26, 20244 min read
The Power of Introverted Leaders
When most people think about what makes a great leader, they think about extroverted qualities like charisma, assertiveness and an...
Jacqueline Lombardo
Aug 26, 20243 min read
How Leaders Can Foster a Culture of Continuous Improvement
Every firm that invests in technology and processes wants to keep the momentum going with continuous improvement. But that can only...
Derek Olsen
Aug 26, 20243 min read
Securing a Seat at the Table
Learn how to secure a seat at the table, regardless of your role, by leveraging peer networks to enhance your influence and drive change.
Guest Author
Aug 26, 20244 min read
Practice management: A necessity for enhanced client experience
Accounting practice management is the art of running a successful firm using the right strategies, tools, and processes.
Jon Hubbard, Shareholder
Aug 21, 20242 min read
The Power of a Positive Mindset
Years ago, I read Jon Gordon's book The Positive Dog: A Story About the Power of Positivity. The book tells the story of two dogs that...
Heather Robinson
Aug 8, 20243 min read
5 Reasons You Need a Mobile-Friendly Website
Is your firm’s website mobile-friendly? If you’re not sure, take a moment now to pull it up on your smartphone or tablet.
Guest Author
Jul 29, 20243 min read
Where does your firm fall on The Modern Firm ® Maturity Continuum?
Rightworks has been delivering purpose-built solutions for accounting professionals and their connected clients.
Heather Robinson
Jul 29, 20244 min read
From Leads to Loyalty: Transforming Prospects Into Long-Term Clients
Transform prospects into clients for your firm by nurturing leads and delivering exceptional client experiences to foster long-term loyalty.
L. Gary Boomer, Shareholder
Jul 29, 20245 min read
Which Lever(s) Do I Pull? A Guide for Driving Growth
Discover the five key levers managing partners can pull to drive growth.
Deanna Perkins
Jul 29, 20243 min read
Sales Training for the Non-Salesy Accountant
The essence of sales isn’t about hard selling; it’s about communication and problem-solving.
Amelia Brewster
Jul 29, 20243 min read
Leveraging Technology to Streamline Marketing for Your Firm
Leverage technology to streamline content creation and marketing, creating efficient, professional and high-quality videos for members.
Jon Hubbard, Shareholder
Jul 28, 20243 min read
The Connection Between Client Experience and Employee Experience
Improving the client experience and employee experience drives growth. Learn strategies to evolve your business model for better talent rete
Jim Boomer, Shareholder
Jul 19, 20243 min read
Innovative Service Ideas: Expanding Beyond Traditional Offerings
Today, every CPA firm is looking to add value to its service offerings.
Guest Author
Jul 12, 20241 min read
How Much is Complexity Costing Your Firm?
Technology is central to a CPA firm and how it delivers service to its clients. While that’s true for many businesses, the accounting...
Marc T Staut, Shareholder
Jul 11, 20243 min read
Embracing AI: A How-To Guide for Firm Leaders
Learn how accounting firm leaders can strategically and integrate AI to boost efficiency, enhance client service, and drive revenue.
bottom of page