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5 Traits of Ineffective Leadership

And 8 ways to cope with them.

By Rex Gatto

Over the years I have encountered many people in leadership positions who are totally ineffective. Why? Is it because they are not bright, not passionate presenters, and/or not able to build strong relationships?

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Generally these characteristics alone do not condemn one to a lifetime of ineffectiveness. In fact, the ineffective leader could be very bright, articulate and benevolent or well liked but still ineffective.
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LEADERSHIP

Successful Tax Seasons Require Teamwork

Five questions to ask.

By Rex Gatto
Gatto Associates LLC.

Here are a few inconsequential misstatements to begin:

Keywords that partners use like pride, commitment and quality of work for the client are words to get staff to work harder for no more money. Ouch!
True teamwork (staff working effectively in a niche/department) means the partner can blame some of the problems on them. Double ouch!

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Now having capitalized on some bad humor, let’s look at some simple definitions to begin. These definitions can change according to your firm’s structure.
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LEADERSHIP

Seven Habits of Lousy CPA Firm Leaders

Plus the flip side for successful leaders.

By Rex Gatto
Gatto Associates

Do you ever wonder how some people get promoted to a leadership position? Who did these people know to become a partner or director of tax in the firm?

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Billions of dollars are spent on training present and future leaders: there are special events for partners at prestigious universities, full-day trainings for partners and managers. But how is that benefiting the employees in the workplace? READ MORE →

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COMMENTS: Gatto and Kless Respond to “Ethics or Profits?”

Howard Wolosky’s guest commentary, “Are Ethics and Profits Mutually Exclusive,” has sparked some feedback by a couple leaders of the profession. Rex Gatto, Ph.D. at http://rexgatto.com: Howard: As always, you present interesting and thought provoking questions and insight. What has … Continued

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Rex Gatto, Ph.D., winner of the American Society of Talent Development Outstanding Speaker Award, is an internationally known author and consultant whose insights and breakthrough research on the characteristics of U.S. management have helped organizations enhance their productivity and individuals enrich their lives.

Gatto is a licensed professional counselor, certified psychologist and board member of the National Association of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapists. He was recently named a fellow and member of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Dr. Gatto has been featured often in the media by, among others, the New York Times, The Business Times, KDKA TV, The Accounting Web, KQV Radio, Polaris International Quarterly, The Pittsburgh Post Gazette, The Aspen Law and Business Advisory and the St. Paul Pioneer Press. He has authored the highly acclaimed “Smart Manager’s FAQ,” in addition to books on stress, presentation, work/life balance through time, and mentoring.

Rex Gatto Ph.D., BCC

President

Gatto Associates LLC.

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