by Rob Pillans | Dec 16, 2025 | AI, Articles, Technology
As an accounting firm coach, consultant and mentor it would surprise no one that one of the things that I get asked about a lot is AI and how to use it to good effect inside firms. I’ve also been a little disappointed in some instances that firms have not invested...
by Rob Pillans | Jul 21, 2021 | Articles
As an accounting firm coach, consultant and mentor it is not unusual for me to be asked about when the right time is for a firm to hire either a Practice Manager, General Manager or CEO. Having held each of these positions inside firms myself and worked with multiple...
by Rob Pillans | Jul 21, 2021 | Articles
With a new financial year kicked off in Australia it is not too late to plan for the year ahead if you’ve not done so already. Here are my suggestions to make FY22 a great year. (Re)articulate your values Get clear on your mission Get clear on your vision Have a...
by Rob Pillans | May 18, 2021 | Articles
This is a question I have been asked a few times in my role as a coach, consultant and mentor for accounting firm owners and managers. It’s also a question I’ve had to answer when working inside firms on a few occasions. I think the answer to this question is “it...
by Rob Pillans | Apr 19, 2021 | Articles
As we approach the end of another financial year in Australia, I trust you are on top of what you wanted to get done before 15 May and 30 June tick over. The Coronavirus crisis has added to the workload and I know many firms have found this challenging. For accounting...