CPA Firm Laptop Stolen

500 Names At Risk. Hough, MacAdam & Wartnik, a local accounting firm in North Bend, Ore., has reported a laptop stolen from a staffer’s car, igniting concern among clients and client employees. Coos Bay County officials say the missing computer … Continued

Recession Tips from the Pro’s

Accounting professionals share their best ideas. Rate your firm: Leader or Laggard? Join the discussion. by Rick Telberg If the United States economy isn’t already in a recession, it might as well be. The subprime meltdown has frozen credit markets. … Continued

Elton John… Accountant?

With a Broadway show opening this fall, Sir Elton talks about the musical’s inspiration. “Billy Elliot” is based on the successful 2000 movie about a young boy who longs to dance but lives in the bleak coal-mining area of Northern … Continued

CPA Firm Benchmarks: Marketing and Business Development

red_pencil_survey.jpg New data shows firms are seeking niche opportunities.

CPAs have made great strides in the art and practice of sales and marketing. But, according to at least preliminary results, the profession still has a long way to go in adopting robust business development practices.

The good news is that most firms appear to be embracing some form of niche marketing. The bad news is that most accountants remain dissatisfied with their firm’s activities.

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Turning Recession into Advantage

A recession may be exactly the right opportunity for a firm to add new revenue and build market share. What’s working for CPA firms today? Join the survey; get the answers. by Rick Telberg/At Large With the economy slowing, lending … Continued