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When engaging clients in advisory services, they often seek quick wins in areas that cause them the most frustration, such as receivables management. Questions like “How do I get my customers to pay on time?” and “Where can I find help?” create opportunities to implement Power of One services and improve cash flow. This session will focus on delivering innovative receivables management solutions and exploring available support mechanisms.Presented by:Mark Holton, Smithink + Dave Birch, smartAR

Training has never been more important with resource shortages and remote teams. More often than not, critical attention is not given to critical components of a training program. This session will consider components of an effective training program to ensure that the team is equipped to produce quality work as efficiently as possible.Presented By: David Smith, Smithink

Join us for our bonus March webinar with Stephen Hogg from Solutions Centric, joining David to explore the key differences between offshoring and outsourcing. They will discuss the pros and cons of each approach and why firms should consider resourcing strategies based on their size. Learn how dedicated resourcing can help manage workload more effectively and how technology plays a crucial role in successful offshoring. Don’t miss this insightful session designed to help you optimise your firm’s operations.Presented By:David Smith, Smithink + Stephen Hogg, Solutions CentricContact Stephen:Stephen HoggPhone: 0417 710 188Email: stephen@solutionscentric.com.auWebsite: www.solutionscentric.com.au

Discover how to enhance efficiency in accounting firms by re-engineering processes. Explore the integration of AI and automation to transition to paperless operations. Learn the significance of post-job reviews for continuous improvement and client engagement. Delve into the importance of client feedback for refining methodologies and delivering real value. Join a lively Q&A session where outsourcing services are introduced, along with practical solutions to elevate your practice.

Discover how accountantsGPS and the SMSF Check-Up Report are transforming SMSF services for accountants. This webinar will explore Australia’s first digitally-enabled SMSF strategic review tool, empowering accountants to provide comprehensive fund analyses without the need for a financial licence. Learn how to: Deliver a complete SMSF health check efficiently. Enhance compliance and identify new opportunities for tax and advisory work. Strengthen your role as a trusted advisor for Trustees and members. Join David Smith, George Haramis and Aaron Williamson to see how this innovative platform can elevate your SMSF service offering and support better client outcomes while driving firm revenue. Presented By: David Smith + George Haramis + Aaron Williamson accountantsGPS website: www.accountantsgps.com.au

Historical financial information is a valuable and often reliable component of providing advice on business improvement. But is it enough? Do clients truly benefit from looking backwards each quarter, focusing on issues they can no longer change? Moreover, what happens when a firm struggles to translate compliance data into actionable management insights? This webinar explores how to overcome these challenges by telling the right stories with the right data, ensuring your advisory services deliver forward-thinking value. Presented By: Mark Holton, Smithink

This session will concentrate on the need for a business advisory implementation plan for accounting firms when undertaking business advisory work. The material covered will include; managing commitment and capacity issues, developing a proven implementation system for advisory work, selecting the right staff, appointing a business advisory champion and resourcing them, overcoming confidence and the comfort zone and finally finding the right clients to work with. Presented By: Mark Holton, Smithink

There is no reduction in the speed of change from the rapid change in technologies. To effectively harness these new technologies a structured approach is required to ensure both technology and processes are aligned, all technologies well together and priorities are aligned with firm strategy and critical requirements. David will highlight the components of a technology plan to ensure firms optimise their application of technology in this webinar. Presented By: David Smith, Smithink

Discover how your accounting practice can harness the power of digital technology to offer comprehensive financial services without the need for an AFSL. In this session, George Haramis from moneyGPS will join David to talk about the growing digital advice market for both personal financial advice and SMSFs and how this technology seamlessly integrates with human interaction to provide better client outcomes. They will discuss why accountants are best positioned to lead in this space and how the profession can catch up to deliver what clients need. Learn how to offer digital financial advice and strategic SMSF guidance, boost client retention, and enhance your bottom line with new tech solutions—all while providing your clients with a comprehensive education and wellness program. Presented By: David Smith, Smithink + George Haramis, moneyGPS You can contact George using the below details: George Haramis | CEO & Co-Founder www.moneygps.com.au

Strategic planning involves aligning your client’s business with its vision, mission and values. Then, take the time to think through where it makes sense to focus energy and resources in order to reach intended outcomes and results and ensure all stakeholders are aligned and working toward common goals. This session will help you determine where your clients are today, where you want to get them tomorrow and, more importantly, how and when to get them there. Presented By: Mark Holton, Smithink