Posts by Tracy James
Accounting Industry Performance 2015/2016
For 2015/16 the total Australian accounting industry revenue only grew 3.2% or $580m to $18.7bn.
Read MoreUnder-35s Are Shunning Accountants
A recent survey has shown that for under 35’s – 50% prepare their tax return themselves or get family and friends to do it for free.
Read MoreState of the Australian Accounting Profession
Survey results of key performance indicators in Australian accounting firms over the last 12 months.
Read MoreClient Reviews Are Essential to a Successful Marketing Strategy
Client reviews affect the trust your customers have for your brand, as well as the overall credibility of your business.
Read MoreThe Benefits of a Six Hour Work Day
In 1817 Robert Owen formulated the goal of the eight-hour day and coined the slogan: “Eight hours’ labour, Eight hours’ recreation, Eight hours’ rest”.
Read MoreSharpen The Saw
Sharpen the Saw is Habit no 7 from Steven Covey’s best-selling book, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.
Read MoreBusiness Lessons Learned at the Business Advisory Day 2016
Most small business owners do not know accountants offer something beyond the tax and accounting services.
Read MoreA Good Office is an Accountant’s Best Investment
Good offices have the following five characteristics: Easily to find Clients seek convenience, so choose an office that is easy to get to. If you are in a hard to find location potential clients most likely will not seek you out at all. This is especially so if you have other accountants nearby in more…
Read MoreWhat I Want from My Tax Accountant as a Small Business Owner
I run a digital marketing business, Pixelpi. As a small business owner, I don’t have a lot of time to spend on accounting. In fact, my time literally equals money. It’s a double edged sword. The more time I spend on accounting, the less billable hours I can do. The less time I spend on…
Read MoreCommoditisation of Professional Services
The effects of digital disruption are seen and felt everywhere and have indeed, caught up with the professional services sector.
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