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Accounting Influencers Podcast

Corporate and Big 4 Layoffs - Trouble for Accounting?

Mar 17, 2025
14:52

Are corporate layoffs and strict return-to-office mandates causing a talent crisis in accounting? Host Rob Brown explores how major changes at large firms like PwC, Deloitte, and KPMG are reshaping the landscape and what smaller accounting firms can do to capitalize on these shifts. Discover why leaders at all levels must rethink their strategies to attract and retain top talent.

Key Takeaways:

-Transparency during layoffs builds trust.

-Strict RTO mandates can negatively impact morale.

-Smaller firms can attract talent leaving large firms.

-Flexibility remains crucial for employee retention.

-Clear, empathetic leadership boosts engagement.

-Proactively managing your employer brand is vital.

-Collaborative policy-making enhances team buy-in.

The Accounting Influencers Podcast (AIP) is aimed at accounting firm leaders, managers, and partners looking to build their executive presence, influence, and credibility both internally and externally. The show focuses on helping professionals strengthen their personal brand, stay informed about industry changes, and navigate disruptive forces affecting accounting business models and trends. The content includes solo insights from host Rob Brown as well as interviews or panel discussions with industry leaders. Check out the show on your preferred podcast app or platform, or go to the Accounting Influencers YouTube channel for all of the episodes in video format. To find out more, contact host Rob Brown on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobbrown

Thanks to our sponsors:

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If you'd like to sponsor the show and elevate your brand with our audience, reach out to show host Rob Brown on LinkedIn and his team will reach out to fix up a chat to explore.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobbrown

You can also check out all shows on the Accounting Influencers YouTube Channel:

https://bit.ly/AI-youtube

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