Welcome to another episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm with Universal Accounting Center President Roger Knecht. This episode features special guest John Hewitt, a leading strategist in building accounting firms from the ground up. Join us as he shares his wealth of knowledge in business development to guide you in transforming your accounting practice into a leading firm.

Main Highlights:

1. Understanding the Landscape: John provides expert insights into the current accounting industry, highlighting what sets a premier firm apart from the rest.

2. Strategic Planning: John shares his perspective on setting clear goals and developing strategic plans that align with a vision for growth and excellence.

3. Client-Centric Approach: Roger and John emphasize focusing on client needs and building long-lasting relationships that drive success.

4. Innovation and Technology: John discusses the role of technology in modern accounting and how to leverage it for efficiency and competitive advantage.

5. Team Development: Roger and John explore the importance and process of cultivating a skilled and motivated team to support your firm’s objectives.

6. Brand Building: Discover John’s strategies for establishing a strong brand identity that resonates with your target audience.

Join Roger Knecht and John Hewitt as they offer expert advice and actionable insights to help you elevate your accounting practice to premier status. Whether you’re a seasoned accountant or new to the field, this episode is your roadmap to success in the accounting industry, enriched by John Hewitt’s wealth of experience. If you’re feeling curious about starting your own firm, or want help implementing some of John’s strategies at your practice, call 435-344-2060 to connect with Universal Accounting Center’s team of experts.

Sponsors:

Universal Accounting Center

• Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth.

Offers:

John has been kind enough to offer you a complimentary copy of his book “iCompete”  Go here to take advantage of this opportunity:  https://loyaltybrands.com/

https://www.amazon.com/iCompete-Extraordinary-Strategy-Winning-Yours/dp/1682610063

And for fun, here’s an MP3 version to enjoy: https://www.dropbox.com/s/fgtg7c921bsdvii/iCompete_%20How%20My%20Extraordinary%20Strategy%20for%20Winning%20Can%20Be%20Yours.mp3?dl=0

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Get a FREE copy of these books all accounting professionals should use to work on their business and become profitable.  These are a must-have addition to every accountant’s library to provide quality CFO & Advisory services as a Profit & Growth Expert today:

• “Red to BLACK in 30 days – A small business accountant’s guide to QUICK turnarounds” – This is a how-to guide on how to turn around a struggling business into a more sustainable model. Each chapter focuses on a crucial aspect of the turnaround process - from cash flow management to strategies for improving revenue. This book will teach you everything you need to become a turnaround expert for small businesses.

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• “Your Strategic Accountant” - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services you should offer as you run your business. Help your clients understand which numbers they need to know to make more informed business decisions.

• “Your Profit & Growth Expert” - Your business is an asset. You should know its value and understand how to maximize it. Beginning with the end in mind helps you work ON your business to build a company you can leave so that it can continue to exist in your absence or build wealth as you retire and enjoy the time, freedom, and life you want and deserve.

In addition to becoming an author, see what you can do to follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals.  After more than 40 years we’ve identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share.  Check it out and see what you can do to be in business for yourself but not by yourself with Universal Accounting Center.   It’s here you can become a:

• Professional Bookkeeper, PB

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Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community.  Stay up-to-date on current topics and trends and see what you can do to also give back, participating in relevant conversations as they relate to offering quality accounting services and building your bookkeeping, accounting & tax business.

• The Accounting & Bookkeeping Tips Facebook Group

• The Universal Accounting Fanpage

• Topical Newsletters:

• Universal Accounting Success

• The Universal Newsletter

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Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal.

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