Building the Premier Accounting Firm

Roger Knecht
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Jan 15, 2025 • 42min

Edu-Marketing Mastery: Turning Knowledge into Profits w/Sarah Cordiner

In this insightful episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht sits down with Sarah Cordiner to delve into the art of transforming intellectual property into lucrative online courses, particularly for accounting professionals. She emphasizes the role of edu-marketing in enhancing market positioning and business opportunities through effective education. Key Highlights: Passion for Education: Sarah shares her personal journey and passion for education, underscoring the importance of engaging learners to effectively market services, especially in the accounting field. Edu-Marketing Concept: Roger and Sarah discuss the innovative idea of edu-marketing, which involves sharing knowledge to generate leads and income. Sarah uses relatable analogies, such as chefs sharing recipes, to demonstrate how knowledge sharing can lead to business success. Building Trust and Attracting Clients: Sharing valuable information is likened to offering samples in a deli, where transparency fosters trust. This approach, like sharing financial tips, strengthens client relationships and attracts customers. Creating Monetizable Courses: Sarah highlights the significance of organizing knowledge into monetizable courses or curriculums that align with business models. Marketing strategies are crucial for promoting these courses effectively. Utilizing Tools and Trends: Tools like Google Trends are recommended to identify market demand, guiding the creation of tailored content. The progression from free resources to comprehensive materials and the rise of micro-learning post-COVID are highlighted. Membership Models and Community Building: Membership models provide ongoing access to expertise and create a sense of community among clients, with emphasis on adapting educational content into bite-sized segments for better engagement. Encouragement for Business Owners: Business owners, particularly in accounting, are encouraged to overcome self-doubt and create educational resources. Success in this area requires patience and an understanding of business models across industries. Brand Recognition and Long-Term Strategies: Establishing brand recognition now demands more interactions, with a focus on long-term strategies and relationship-building. Embracing Video Content and New Technologies: The potential for experts to create engaging video content and educational products is explored, alongside the challenges of adapting to new technologies and strategies. This episode is a must-listen for business owners looking to leverage their expertise through educational marketing and online courses, providing practical insights and strategies to enhance their market presence. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Offers: This is what you need to have your Personalized Action Plan for your business: https://offer.sarahcordiner.com/linktree 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. "in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable" – Nine Principles to Make Your Business Profitable – Discover what you need to know to run the premier accounting firm and get paid what you are worth in this book, by the same author as Red to Black – CPA Allen B. Bostrom. Bostrom teaches the three major functions of business (marketing, production and accounting) as well as strategies for maximizing profitability for your clients by creating actionable plans to implement the nine principles. "Your Strategic Accountant" - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services (CAS - Client 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. Follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals. This is the proven process to start and build the premier accounting firm in your area. After more than 40 years we've identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share. Also learn the best practices to automate and nurture your lead generation process allowing you to get the bookkeeping, accounting and tax clients you deserve. GO HERE to see this presentation and learn what you can do today to identify and engage with your ideal clients. 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 Professional Tax Preparer, PTP Profit & Growth Expert, PGE Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community. Register to attend GrowCon and 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 Lastly, get your Business Score to see what you can do to work ON your business and have the Premier Accounting Firm. Join over 70,000 business owners and get your score on the 8 Factors That Drive Your Company's Value. For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE! Be sure to join us for GrowCon, the LIVE event for accounting professionals to work ON their business. This is a conference you don't want to miss. Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe. Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have. We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your accounting, bookkeeping & tax business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 8012653777
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Jan 13, 2025 • 47sec

This Week on BPAF : Sarah Cordiner

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses turning knowledge into profits with Sarah Cordiner
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Jan 11, 2025 • 38min

Rewind : From Beautician, To Bookkeeper And Now Business Advisor w/ Lisa Campbell

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As a true entrepreneur Lisa found her passion in business drew her to the numbers, the language of business, and then beyond. Today she is an accomplished bookkeeper offering quality accounting services as well as consulting her clients in all things business, especially profit. Listen as Roger and Lisa discuss her journey to join the mission to eradicate entrepreneurial poverty and get paid for it. Understand what she is doing to champion putting Profit First, especially with businesses in Canada. See what you can also do to add this service to your accounting business and get paid what you are worth. Your Host: Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center Our Guest: Lisa Campbell A Certified Professional Bookkeeper turned Profit Strategist (CPFP Master) after turning her practice into a business that allows her the ability to serve her high-end client's needs as a strategist rather than a bookkeeper. A guest speaker on countless podcasts, webinars and live training events, Lisa is the CEO of Profit First Professionals Canada, The Marcam Group, and Accelerate 2 Advisor. She is also the Head of Mentoring North America for The Successful Bookkeeper. Lisa is guiding entrepreneurs & bookkeepers to skyrocket their confidence, cash flow and freedom with money, mindset & positioning tools that help her clients prosper exponentially. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Offers: Get a FREE copy of Profit First by Mike Michalowicz The Accelerator Method Masterclass series https://www.accelerate2advisor.com/HOME 9-day free course for bookkeepers Creating effective systems within the business Announcement of the new Canadian Profit First Professional applicants: https://www.profitfirstprofessionals.ca/ Specific to the Canadian market – currently taking applications Become a certified Profit First Professional Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe. For more information on how you can apply these principles in your business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 801.265.3777
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Jan 8, 2025 • 43min

The Rollercoaster to Financial Fluency w/ Dr. Patience Jackson Rose

In this insightful episode of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," Universal Accounting Center president Roger Knecht sits down with Dr. Patience Jackson Rose, CEO of Red Worldwide, Inc., to explore the intersection of accounting, education, and empowerment. Dr. Rose discusses her journey from working at Six Flags to becoming an advisory-focused accountant, emphasizing how empathy and comprehensive services can boost client success. The conversation highlights the importance of education, especially for people of color, through initiatives like her nonprofit, RED Worldwide, which enhances financial literacy. Dr. Rose also shares her strategic methods for forming business alliances and discusses the resilience needed in business, using her partnership with her husband as an example. Listeners will learn about finance pillars and Dr. Rose's efforts in fostering innovation within her family. The episode concludes by addressing mental health challenges and promoting networking opportunities and educational programs through Universal Accounting. Key Highlights: Dr. Rose's Journey: From her early days at Six Flags to becoming an advisory-focused accountant with an MBA, Dr. Rose's career path underscores the importance of empathy and comprehensive services in enhancing client business performance. Empowerment through Education: Dr. Rose is passionate about closing financial education gaps, particularly for people of color. Her nonprofit, RED Worldwide, provides free resources to foster financial literacy and strong client relationships. Strategic Alliances: Collaborations, such as with the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center, are pivotal in enhancing client services. Dr. Rose stresses the need for transparency and legal counsel in business agreements to avoid exploitation. Resilience in Business: Merging businesses with her husband has not only resulted in financial benefits but also a shared vision of building a legacy for their children, emphasizing mutual support and success. The Three Pillars of Finance: In her book, Dr. Rose outlines money, wealth, and legacy as essential elements of financial literacy and legacy planning to safeguard family wealth. Entrepreneurial Spirit: Encouraging entrepreneurship, Dr. Rose highlights that three of her five daughters have ventured into their own businesses, reflecting a family culture of innovation and ambition. Mental Health and Openness: Personal struggles with mental health are openly discussed, advocating for supportive environments where challenges are reframed as opportunities for growth. Community and Continuous Learning: Faith, community support, and a commitment to lifelong learning and giving back are central to Dr. Rose's entrepreneurial journey. Networking and Professional Development: The episode concludes with a promotion of networking opportunities, educational programs, and an annual conference for accounting professionals through Universal Accounting. Join Roger and Dr. Rose for an episode filled with insights on building a successful, service-oriented accounting practice that empowers both clients and professionals alike. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Offers: Powerstations 3.0 https://patiencejacksonrose.mykajabi.com/store#!/Powersations-tm-3-0-Paperback/p/572351440/category=0 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. "in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable" – Nine Principles to Make Your Business Profitable – Discover what you need to know to run the premier accounting firm and get paid what you are worth in this book, by the same author as Red to Black – CPA Allen B. Bostrom. Bostrom teaches the three major functions of business (marketing, production and accounting) as well as strategies for maximizing profitability for your clients by creating actionable plans to implement the nine principles. "Your Strategic Accountant" - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services (CAS - Client 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. Follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals. This is the proven process to start and build the premier accounting firm in your area. After more than 40 years we've identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share. Also learn the best practices to automate and nurture your lead generation process allowing you to get the bookkeeping, accounting and tax clients you deserve. GO HERE to see this presentation and learn what you can do today to identify and engage with your ideal clients. 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 Professional Tax Preparer, PTP Profit & Growth Expert, PGE Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community. Register to attend GrowCon and 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. For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE! Be sure to join us for GrowCon, the LIVE event for accounting professionals to work ON their business. This is a conference you don't want to miss. Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe. Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have. We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your accounting, bookkeeping & tax business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 8012653777
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Jan 6, 2025 • 35sec

This Week on BPAF : Patience Rose

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses having a service-first accounting firm with Patience Rose.
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Jan 4, 2025 • 57min

Rewind : Leveraging a Proven System with LinkedIn to Get New Accounting Clients with James Molfetas

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! As accounting professionals, we prefer proven turnkey process and systems so when it comes to marketing and sales, we strive to find a method we can rely on to grow the business with new clients confidently. Listen as James and Roger share their thoughts and the journey each has take to find the process that works best to bring on new clients. James is fun and great to listen to so sit down and have a note pad handy to capture your thoughts to apply this in your business. Your Host: Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center Our Guest: James Molfetas James is a chartered accountant who left the accounting profession in 2011 to concentrate on Internet marketing, which is the process of selling goods and services online. In his 30-year financial career, he was a financial director in both private and listed companies as well as a partner in a small 3-partner audit practice. James in an international number one best-selling author of marketing books helping accountants to get more clients and sell more products and services by leveraging the internet. He has an international number one bestseller called "Accounting Clients on Tap" and just recently "Regular Clients from LinkedIn" also became a bestseller. James has been an entrepreneur all his life. He started selling oranges he picked from a tree in his back garden to passers-by when he was 8 years old. He went on to establish a number of flea markets and craft markets where he helped thousands of traders make a living. He also established his own brand of 10-DVD rental stores which he sold before the industry collapsed. Today he coaches accountants how to get a minimum of 2 new clients every month by using his proprietary "Regular Accounting Client Blueprint". He does regular webinars teaching his methods in South Africa, the UK, Canada and the United States. James is the CEO and Founder of the training and sales funnel implementation company, Regular Clients. He used to be a provincial chess player in his youth and loves performing magic tricks for and with his two kids. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Regular Clients Accountants, Auditors, Bookkeepers, Tax Practitioners and Financial Advisors... Get a Minimum of 2 New Clients Every Month. Forever! Offers: Become a Profit & Growth Expert, see what you can do to address the most common challenge business owners face which is cash flow management with confidence offering quality advisory services to help you get paid what you are worth. Learn how to complement your quality accounting services as a business coach, apply proven marketing and sales strategies to get paid what you are worth. https://universalaccountingschool.com/profit-and-growth-expert-pge/ Get a FREE copy of each of two book all accounting professionals should use to offer trusted strategic advisory services and get paid what they are worth. These are must have additions to every accountants library to provide the value clients look for today: "in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable" – e-book "Red to BLACK in 30 days – A small business accountant's guide to QUICK turnarounds" – the how-to-guide e-book for accounting professionals Take advantage of James' offer and get your copy of his new book (https://www.regularclients.com/LinkedIn-Book-Review-download) to market your service using LINKEDIN and learn more here: https://www.regularclients.com/LinkedIn-Book-Review Remember this, if it's about accounting, its Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe. For more information on how you can apply these principles in your business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 801.265.3777
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Jan 1, 2025 • 1h 12min

Exploring Roger Knecht's Legacy as President of Universal Accounting

Welcome to a special edition of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm." Today, we are taking a unique turn by delving into the life and legacy of our host, Roger Knecht, in his role as the president of Universal Accounting Center. This episode offers a glimpse into Roger's journey, exploring how his vision and leadership have shaped not only his career but also the broader field of accounting education. In this insightful conversation, we aim to uncover the profound impact that accounting professionals have on business success. We invite you to join Roger as he highlights the importance of sharing insights and engaging in meaningful discussions that drive the accounting industry forward. Key Highlights: Personal Journey and Insights: Roger reflects on his personal and professional journey, highlighting the crucial role that passion, vision, and commitment play in achieving business success. Balancing Life and Work: Roger introduces the "wheels of life and business" concept, emphasizing the importance of balancing personal and professional responsibilities. Tips on prioritization, hard work, and personal rejuvenation to manage this balance effectively. Roger advocates for a debt-free philosophy to ensure financial peace of mind. Self-Assessment for Effective Management: Roger encourages business owners and accounting pros to partake in self-assessment in areas such as personal interests, health, and relationships to better handle professional duties. Professional Growth and Transition: Reflections on a 25-year career at Universal Accounting, including a strategic shift from traditional classroom settings to online education. Utilization of telemarketing and recorded courses to enhance flexibility and support for students, resulting in increased enrollments and expanded course offerings. Leadership and Innovation: Roger recounts his unexpected rise to presidency due to innovative strategies, leading to significant company growth and recognition. Emphasis on goal-driven management, clear communication of financial information, and celebrating achievements while keeping an eye on future tasks. Embracing Leadership Challenges: Initial feelings of uncertainty and imposter syndrome. Importance of mentors like Alan in guiding through the early stages. Adapting leadership styles to focus on accountability and discipline. Building Confidence and Authenticity: Managing an accounting school without formal credentials. The significance of professional growth through attending conferences. Adopting a "fake it till you make it" approach to bolster confidence. Transforming Business Models: From negative to positive cash flow through effective business models. Co-authoring "In the Black" and "Red to Black" to apply principles for business improvement. Creating a Culture of Accountability: Introduction of the STAR program: Standards, Trust, Acknowledgment, and Recognition. Strategies to enhance team performance and accountability. Expanding Service Delivery in Accounting: Addressing gaps by offering CFO advisory services. Helping clients articulate business purposes and understand financial metrics. In conclusion, Roger Knecht's journey as the president of Universal Accounting Center exemplifies the transformative power of vision and leadership in the accounting field. His dedication to education and innovation has not only shaped his own career but has also influenced countless professionals and students. By exploring the critical roles that accounting professionals play in driving business success, Roger emphasizes the importance of balance between personal and professional life, providing practical strategies for achieving this equilibrium. As we conclude this special edition of "Building the Premier Accounting Firm," we encourage you to take action and deepen your understanding of these principles by collaborating with Roger Knecht and the rest of his team at Universal Accounting Center. His expertise and passion for accounting education are invaluable resources for professionals striving to enhance their impact in the industry. Whether you're looking to advance your career or implement innovative strategies in your firm, working with Roger can provide the guidance and support you need. We invite you to reach out to Roger Knecht at 435-344-2060 and take the next step toward achieving both personal and professional excellence. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Offers: 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. "in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable" – Nine Principles to Make Your Business Profitable – Discover what you need to know to run the premier accounting firm and get paid what you are worth in this book, by the same author as Red to Black – CPA Allen B. Bostrom. Bostrom teaches the three major functions of business (marketing, production and accounting) as well as strategies for maximizing profitability for your clients by creating actionable plans to implement the nine principles. "Your Strategic Accountant" - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services (CAS - Client 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. Follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals. This is the proven process to start and build the premier accounting firm in your area. After more than 40 years we've identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share. Also learn the best practices to automate and nurture your lead generation process allowing you to get the bookkeeping, accounting and tax clients you deserve. GO HERE to see this presentation and learn what you can do today to identify and engage with your ideal clients. 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 Professional Tax Preparer, PTP Profit & Growth Expert, PGE Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community. Register to attend GrowCon and 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 Lastly, get your Business Score to see what you can do to work ON your business and have the Premier Accounting Firm. Join over 70,000 business owners and get your score on the 8 Factors That Drive Your Company's Value. For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE! Be sure to join us for GrowCon, the LIVE event for accounting professionals to work ON their business. This is a conference you don't want to miss. Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe. Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have. We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your accounting, bookkeeping & tax business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 8012653777
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Dec 28, 2024 • 39min

Rewind : Communicating with Your Clients Clearly and Effectively with Femke Hogema

Join us as we revisit this conversation from 2020! Of course, accounting is the language of business but does the client understand the numbers they are receiving from us as we provide the financial reports? Listen as Femke and Roger discuss the importance of language, vocabulary and terms when working with business owners. Accounting professionals are the business interpreters and have a role to help translate the financial reports and help business owners use this information to make more informed business decisions. Femke has written 3+ books with the passion to help and empower entrepreneurs thrive and become profitable. Consider for example her LSA process: Listen, Summarize, Ask Questions Enjoy this episode and be sure to take some good notes to help you build the premier accounting firm in your area. Your Host: Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center Our Guest: Femke Hogema Femke Hogema owns the Profit First Professionals organization in the Netherlands. She is an author, speaker and entrepreneur. She helps entrepreneurs to build a financially healthy and profitable company and she teaches accountants to become profit advisors so they can help their clients to achieve their goals. Her books became bestsellers in the Netherlands and as of march 31st her second book: The Profitadvisor, is available all over the world Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Offers: Get your copy of the e-book, "Profit First": https://www.universalaccounting.net/profit-first-free Also get your copy of "The Profit Advisor: The new role of accountants and bookkeepers" - The accounting industry is changing rapidly. Cloud software, Robotic accounting, Artificial Intelligence and other developments are increasingly doing the work accountants and bookkeepers have been doing. If you, as a financial professional, want to stay relevant, you need to deliver value that goes beyond compliancy work. You need to become a profit advisor. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085N8BSQV?ref_=pe_3052080_276849420 Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe. For more information on how you can apply these principles in your business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 801.265.3777
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Dec 25, 2024 • 41min

From Music to Business Mastery: How to Transfer Knowledge w/ Greg DeVore

Join Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center, as he delves into strategies for building successful accounting firms with insights from industry leaders each week on Building the Premier Accounting Firm. In this episode, Greg DeVore, co-founder and CEO of ScreenSteps, shares his inspiring journey from music composition to entrepreneurship, driven by personal challenges and a need for effective knowledge transfer. Key Themes: From Music to Entrepreneurship: Greg describes his transition motivated by the need for health insurance for his premature son and how his experiences with GE highlighted the importance of knowledge transfer in improving employee engagement. Challenges of Tribal Knowledge: Roger discusses inefficiencies and inconsistencies in onboarding and service delivery due to reliance on tribal knowledge and the necessity of clear standard operating procedures (SOPs) for consistent outcomes. Revolutionizing Training and Onboarding: Greg talks about developing tools to facilitate knowledge dissemination, especially in underutilized medical equipment, emphasizing SOPs to anticipate employee forgetfulness, reduce stress, and improve customer satisfaction. Empowering Through Simplified Learning: Roger suggests shifting from traditional teaching to empowering individuals with task analysis and performance indicators, proposing recipe-like formats for knowledge to enhance learning and onboarding. Introducing Universal CRM: Roger describes automating client processes to boost employee morale and productivity, and bridging knowledge gaps with ongoing training for current employees. Entrepreneurship and Flexibility: Greg reflects on the flexibility entrepreneurship offers, particularly during family challenges, emphasizing continuous learning and flexible work arrangements for parents. Efficient Knowledge Sharing: Roger discusses a book offering a replicable success approach with knowledge-based products and introduces the "knowledge operations flywheel" for efficient sharing. Profitability in Accounting: Roger encourages accountants to implement processes prioritizing profit, integrating marketing, accounting, and production, exploring profitability principles from the book "In the Black." Advanced Training Methods: Greg explores "star training" to foster accountability and efficiency, promoting ongoing professional development through resources like curated playlists and an annual conference. Resources: Universal Accounting Center's tools and resources for accounting professionals. Access to curated playlists and information on the annual conference for networking and learning opportunities. Join us in exploring how effective knowledge transfer and innovative training methods can transform accounting firms and foster continuous growth and success. Sponsors: Universal Accounting Center Helping accounting professionals confidently and competently offer quality accounting services to get paid what they are worth. Offers: Find & Follow - In Find & Follow, Greg & Jonathan DeVore provide the key to solving the knowledge transfer problem and transforming your business. Don't spend another day wasting your and your team's time relying on tribal knowledge – get a copy now! Create a Culture of Accountability. This is a training to help understand and implement clear expectations. Easy to implement, quick to experience results. We refer to it as the S.T.A.R. Training program. 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. "in the BLACK, nine principles to make your business profitable" – Nine Principles to Make Your Business Profitable – Discover what you need to know to run the premier accounting firm and get paid what you are worth in this book, by the same author as Red to Black – CPA Allen B. Bostrom. Bostrom teaches the three major functions of business (marketing, production and accounting) as well as strategies for maximizing profitability for your clients by creating actionable plans to implement the nine principles. "Your Strategic Accountant" - Understand the 3 Core Accounting Services (CAS - Client 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. Follow the Turnkey Business plan for accounting professionals. This is the proven process to start and build the premier accounting firm in your area. After more than 40 years we've identified the best practices of successful accountants and this is a presentation we are happy to share. Also learn the best practices to automate and nurture your lead generation process allowing you to get the bookkeeping, accounting and tax clients you deserve. GO HERE to see this presentation and learn what you can do today to identify and engage with your ideal clients. 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 Professional Tax Preparer, PTP Profit & Growth Expert, PGE Next, join a group of like-minded professionals within the accounting community. Register to attend GrowCon and 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 Lastly, get your Business Score to see what you can do to work ON your business and have the Premier Accounting Firm. Join over 70,000 business owners and get your score on the 8 Factors That Drive Your Company's Value. For Additional FREE Resources for accounting professionals check out this collection HERE! Be sure to join us for GrowCon, the LIVE event for accounting professionals to work ON their business. This is a conference you don't want to miss. Remember this, Accounting Success IS Universal. Listen to our next episode and be sure to subscribe. Also, let us know what you think of the podcast and please share any suggestions you may have. We look forward to your input: Podcast Feedback For more information on how you can apply these principles to start and build your accounting, bookkeeping & tax business please visit us at www.universalaccountingschool.com or call us at 8012653777
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Dec 23, 2024 • 39sec

This Week on BPAF : Greg Davore

Join us this Wednesday for a new episode where Roger discusses tranferring info to employees effectively with Greg Davore.

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