by Rob Pillans | Aug 30, 2022 | Articles, Leadership
In my first article on this topic I shared my views on: Who the right people are Why getting them is so important Why attraction and retention matter How we got to this current position which is challenging for employers In this second of four articles on the topic I...
by Rob Pillans | Jul 26, 2022 | Articles
As a coach, mentor and consultant for accounting firm owners and managers I regularly get feedback on the issues firms are facing. There is no question that the number one issue across firms at present is attracting and retaining the right people. In this part 1 of 4...
by Rob Pillans | Jun 16, 2022 | Articles, Events
The Accounting Business Expo was held in Sydney at the International Convention Centre on 28 and 29 April. For those of you who didn’t make it let me give you a taste of what you missed. This was the first ABE since 2019 and it is effectively a combination of...
by Rob Pillans | Jun 16, 2022 | Articles
I daresay that to many people most accounting firms are perceived as being very similar. So let me start by saying that positioning is important because it gives you the ability to cut through and separate your firm from the bunch. It makes it easier for you to win...
by Rob Pillans | Mar 23, 2022 | Articles
I grew up in Canberra, have family there and do some work there. As a result, I’m a pretty frequent user of Canberra airport. Typically I come in and out of the airport once a month and every time find it a frustrating experience. Why? A lack of signage to guide you....
