Best Headcount Podcasts (2024)

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562: How It's Built: HeadCount's Integrated Approach to Traditional and Digital Voter Engagement - Tappan Vickery 49:26

5d ago49:26

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Meet Tappan. A veteran organizer with two decades of experience, she’s the Senior Director of Programming and Strategy at HeadCount, where they’re revolutionizing voter engagement through the power of music 🎶At HeadCount, Tappan has spearheaded innovative campaigns that connect musicians with their fans to inspire democratic participation 🗳️She’s a…

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Succession Planning in Accounting Pt1: Internal Talent 20:42

14h ago20:42

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Is your accounting firm gambling with its future? Are you one retirement away from a complete meltdown? Rob Brown tackles the critical but often overlooked topic of succession planning in accounting firms. With 75% of accountants in the UK and US at or near retirement age, Brown warns that many firms are sleepwalking into a succession crisis. He em…

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033. Connecting with Your Clients’ "Why" 20:45

4h ago20:45

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As professionals, it's easy to jump to conclusions about what clients need based on our experience and the patterns we see emerging. But in making these assumptions, are we missing a critical opportunity to truly connect with them by not taking the time to understand their individual motivations and worries? Tune in this week as I explore why givin…

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Ep. 41 - IT Leadership in Higher Education: Strategies for Service Management, Optimal Customer Experiences, and Employee Growth - with Mark Katsouros 1:08:42

2h ago1:08:42

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How can universities navigate the complexities of service delivery while pursuing growth and innovation? Mark Katsouros, Senior Director for IT Engineering and Operations at Duquesne University, brings nearly 40 years of higher education IT experience. From the University of Maryland to pivotal roles at the University of Iowa and Penn State, Mark h…

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032. Organize Your Law Practice for Business Success with Michael Clarke 42:05

3h ago42:05

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As law practice owners, we can gain valuable insights by looking outside of the legal industry. Today, I'm excited to bring you an interview with Michael Clarke. Michael is the co-owner of the financial advisory firm Protection Point Advisors and co-author of the book A Firm Worth Building: Running a Better Professional Business. Tune in this week …

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Stop Crisis Hiring: Long-Term Accounting Staffing Tips 24:27

2h ago24:27

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Have you ever lost a key team member and felt unprepared? What if you could turn hiring crises into manageable puzzles? Rob Brown and Jeff Phillips share the strategic hiring practices for accounting firms. They discuss how to move beyond reactive hiring and develop a proactive, long-term approach to talent acquisition and retention. Jeff emphasize…

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565. 5 Takeaways + The Best of Season 9 - Jon McCoy, Becky Endicott and Julie Confer 50:13

2h ago50:13

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Grab your headphones - it's time for a season wrap-up episode! 🎉 Jon, Becky, and Julie are breaking down the biggest takeaways, game-changing insights, and unforgettable stories that made season 9 one for the books. We’re talking favorite quotes, pinch-me moments, and all the feels as we wrap up this chapter and gear up for what’s next. Tune in and…

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031. Tech Improvement Should Be Step 3. Don’t Skip Steps 1 & 2. 26:46

9h ago26:46

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Are you a struggling solo attorney trying to get more clients in the door? Before you turn to an expensive technology solution, it's important to take a step back and fully understand the nature of the problem you're trying to solve in your law practice. I'm all for utilizing tech, but it's dangerous to imbue technology with too many magical proper…

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Urgent Staffing Solutions: Filling Vacancies in 30 Days 26:06

1h ago26:06

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Did you just lose a key staff member during busy season? What should you do in the next 30 days to fill that critical position? Rob Brown and Jeff Phillips tackle the pressing issue of sudden staff departures in accounting firms. They provide a step-by-step guide on how to handle this crisis situation, from the immediate aftermath to finding a suit…

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564. Disrupt. Grow. Adapt. Repeat: Future-Proofing Strategies for Modern Orgs - Brooke Richie-Babbage, Erin Davison, Nelvin Johnson, and Amy Freitag 47:13

15d ago47:13

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Meet Amy, Nelvin, Erin + Brooke. Are you looking for insights on future-proofing your organization against the ever-evolving landscape of challenges and opportunities in the sector? They’ve got you covered in this Responsive Nonprofit Summit Replay. From embracing failure to building resilient teams and fostering innovation, discover actionable app…

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563. How to Manage Change in a Rapidly Evolving World - Mia Henry, Taneshia Nash Laird, Tammy Tibbetts, and Shaun Lee 42:51

4h ago42:51

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Meet Mia, Taneshia, Tammy + Shaun. In this Responsive Nonprofit Summit replay, our expert panel explores how to manage change within the nonprofit sector, especially as the need to adapt and innovate grows. They share practical strategies, case studies, and lessons learned. While 'managing change' can present challenges, we view it as an opportunit…

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AI's Critical Role in Winning the Accounting Talent War 17:22

9d ago17:22

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Is money the solution to the accounting profession's talent crisis? How are major firms investing billions to attract the next generation of CPAs? Rob Brown shares the transformative trends reshaping the accounting industry. He explores how leading firms like Ernst & Young, PwC, and KPMG are making massive investments in technology, particularly ar…

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030. From Solo to CEO: Lessons in Building a People-First Law Firm with Justie Nicol 45:26

13d ago45:26

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Do you feel like you're stuck on the hamster wheel of your law practice, constantly working on being more productive as an individual, but never getting ahead? It's time to explore how shifting your mindset from individual excellence to team excellence can help you break free and build a thriving, sustainable firm. Tune in this week to discover cri…

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561. Building a Durable + Retention Focused Team Culture - Channon Lucas, Lindsey Fuller, Michelle Flores Vryn, and Jennifer Mulholland 41:47

25d ago41:47

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Meet Channon, Lindsey, Michelle, and Jennifer. They’re here to help us name the elephant in the room: retention🐘 But, we aren’t just talking about retaining our donors - the greatest retention issue that isn’t talked about enough is the retention of our nonprofit staff. For a sector built on relationships, we have to build a culture that creates re…

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029. Getting Team Buy-in for Change 28:40

29d ago28:40

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Engaging your team around process improvement is a vital part of successfully implementing changes in the way you work in your law practice. When everyone is on the same page, working toward the same goals while you empower each member of your team to demonstrate leadership in their field of expertise, process improvement becomes an easier proposit…

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Hybrid Work Success: Talent Tips for Accounting Leaders 25:38

1M ago25:38

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Rob Brown sits down with Jeff Phillips to discuss the challenges and opportunities of remote and hybrid work environments in the accounting industry. Jeff, drawing from his experience as a CEO managing remote teams, shares valuable insights on how firms can not only maintain but increase productivity with remote staff. The discussion explores into …

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560. How It's Built: Leadership Transition Planning - Amber Melanie Smith 48:39

1M ago48:39

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Meet Amber. Her journey through nonprofit work is winding (literally!)🛣️ In college, she took off on a 3-month cross-country road trip with her best friend to volunteer in over 20 states. When she returned home, she launched Activate Good, a nonprofit that has mobilized over 50,000 volunteers to help hundreds of causes in her hometown, Raleigh, NC.…

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559. How to Leverage Modern Media to Scale Your Impact - Neda Azarfar, Dr. Bertrhude Albert, Jeff Rosenblum, and Kelly Lyndgaard 45:21

1M ago45:21

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Meet Neda, Dr. Bertrhude, Jeff, and Kelly. This panel of experts is here to show us how to leverage modern media to scale your impact. It’s time to invest + fuel + activate around cause areas through the power of media. Influence is currency. Connection is currency. Activation is currency. Embrace the tension and release control of your message. Tu…

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Why Accountants Are Leaving: Unpacking the Talent Crisis 16:45

1M ago16:45

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Rob Brown talks about the challenges facing the accounting profession in attracting and retaining new talent. He explores the declining interest in accounting as a career choice, the perception problems plaguing the industry, and the barriers to entry that discourage potential candidates. Rob Brown also discusses how the outdated image of accountan…

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028. 3 Signs Your Law Practice Is Over Capacity 20:01

12d ago20:01

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Are you struggling to keep up with your law practice workload, like there's never enough time to get everything done? You may be operating at or over your practice's ideal effective capacity, meaning just one or two small tasks added to your team's workload could potentially grind everything to a halt. In this episode, you'll discover the three key…

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558. How It's Built: Impactful + Modern Websites for Our Organizations - David Hartstein 55:35

22d ago55:35

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Meet David. He’s the co-founder of Wired Impact, which helps nonprofits build websites their visitors will love 💻❤️ He’s a firm believer that good marketing doesn’t exist in a vacuum, and he works to uncover opportunities within websites to help missions do more good in their community. In this episode of "How It's Built”, he’s sharing the essentia…

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557. How to Build a Breakthrough Recurring Giving Program - Miry Whitehill, Vik Harrison, Nhu Te, and Kyle Roosen 46:15

23d ago46:15

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Meet Miry, Vik, Nhu + Kyle. They’re here to help you unlock sustainable impact through recurring giving! Recurring giving isn't just a fundraising strategy; it's a catalyst for sustainable impact. In this Responsive Nonprofit Summit Reply, they’re sharing actionable insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to cultivate and maintain a suc…

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Is Your Firms’ Technology Driving Away Candidates? 26:18

1M ago26:18

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Is your firm's technology driving away top talent? Are you leveraging modern tech to attract the best accountants? Rob Brown sits down with Jeff Phillips to discuss the crucial role technology plays in recruiting and retaining accounting talent. They explore how a firm's tech stack can be a major factor in attracting or repelling potential hires, e…

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027. The Advantages of a First-In, First-Out Policy 22:55

1M ago22:55

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A common piece of conventional wisdom around how law firms prioritize their work is that they should organize everything around deadlines and due dates. While deadline-driven prioritization does have a place, it's my experience that there's a better technique that law firms should be adopting as their default prioritization method: first-in first-o…

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556. Unleashing Collective Power: Reflections from the Impact Uprising Gathering - Jon McCoy and Becky Endicott 43:39

20d ago43:39

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Join Becky and Jon as they relive the incredible energy of Impact Uprising and explore the key themes that emerged from the community. Discover the courage to drive change, the importance of tapping into inner power, and the transformative potential of collective action. Plus, they'll share details about the new Impact Uprising membership. Tune in …

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555. How to Create a Modern Donor Journey - Dulari Gandhi, Tiffany Allen, and Brady Josephson 44:40

22d ago44:40

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Meet Dulari, Tiffany, and Brady. Are you looking for the playbook to fundraise more by creating journeys that guide donors from their first interaction to becoming lifelong advocates? The answer isn't a complicated one. It's threaded through an intentional donor journey. Tune into this episode as our experts walk us through how to create a modern d…

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Freelance Staffing: Recruitment 2.0 for Accounting Firms 24:56

2M ago24:56

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Is your accounting firm struggling to find talent? Could freelancers be the solution you've been overlooking? Rob Brown interviews Jeff Phillips, CEO of AccountingFly, about the critical role freelancers play in winning the war for talent in the accounting world. Jeff reveals that a staggering 30% of the labor force now identifies as freelance, and…

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026. Start with What You Do Now 17:15

2M ago17:15

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Why is the concept of "start with what you do now" crucial for creating meaningful and durable change in your law practice? This principle helps you understand your current processes and the people involved in them, recognizing why you are where you are, so you can make more informed decisions about how to move forward. Tune in this week for a dive…

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554. How It's Built: The 4 Core Pillars of a Movement that Sustains Itself - Bryan Funk 47:06

27d ago47:06

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Meet Bryan. He’s a community builder, marketer and movement builder🛠️ He’s sharing his experiences from Invisible Children, the team behind KONY 2012, the fastest-growing viral social justice and online fundraising campaign in the history of the internet (at the time). This digital campaign gained 100 million views in 5 days 🤯 and raised millions o…

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Ep. 40 - Service Management in IT and Beyond - with Martijn Adams 51:40

2M ago51:40

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Martijn Adams, General Manager at 4me, brings a lifetime of expertise in IT service management, having worked with leading companies such as Philips, Deloitte, and Danone. This episode delves into his journey and the unique approaches that 4me employs to streamline service management across IT, HR, and facilities. You'll discover how service manage…

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553. Our Sector Needs Whole Leaders. Here's How. - Diaris Alexander, Carolina García Jayaram, Virginia Almendarez, and Jonah Nigh 42:40

1M ago42:40

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Meet Diaris, Carolina, Virginia + Jonah. These four industry experts shared their unique insights into how nonprofit leaders can stay whole during the Responsive Nonprofit Summit. All too often we neglect our personal needs for “the greater good” not realizing that our lack of well-being makes us and our team less effective. Tune in for advice on c…

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025. Following Your Law Firm Strategic Plan with Melissa Shanahan 40:20

1M ago40:20

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Melissa Shanahan, founder of Velocity Work and host of The Law Firm Owner Podcast, teaches her clients a planning and accountability method she calls Monday Map/Friday Wrap. This method highlights some vital parts of the Agile practices of weekly planning and weekly review meetings. Monday Map/Friday Wrap is about creating micro-feedback loops with…

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Office Mandates vs. Remote Work: What's Next in Accounting? 14:38

2M ago14:38

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Is the traditional office becoming obsolete for accounting firms? Are we witnessing the death of remote work, or is the push to return to the office shortsighted? Rob Brown digs deep into the contentious issue of returning to the office in the accounting industry. He explores the rationale behind companies pushing for a return to in-person work, ex…

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552. How It's Built: A 400+ Person Mindfulness Community for 200 Feeding America Network Food Banks - Megan Whitney 47:27

1M ago47:27

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Meet Megan. She’s a nonprofit pro, certified coach, and meditation teacher. In this How It’s Built episode, she’s sharing how she started a thriving mindfulness community of over 400 people at Feeding America, the largest nonprofit in the U.S. Discover the power of mindfulness in addressing workplace stress, improving organizational culture, and en…

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551. How to Evolve Your Mission to Meet the Moment - Shereese Floyd, Iara Peng, and Scott Curran 45:34

2M ago45:34

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Meet Shereese, Iara and Scott. At the Responsive Nonprofit Summit, these three rockstars discussed evolving your mission to meet the moment🙌 Tune in for a convo that challenges traditional models and advocates for inclusive, innovative fundraising practices. Overcoming fear and scarcity mindsets, they reveal how nonprofit leaders can drive change w…

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Remote Hiring: The Future of Accounting Firm Talent 22:00

2M ago22:00

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Are you struggling to find top accounting talent? Could remote hiring be the solution you've been overlooking? Rob Brown sits down with Jeff Phillips, to discuss how hiring remote accountants could be the key to solving recruitment challenges in the accounting industry. Jeff, co-founder of AccountingFly, shares his expertise on tapping into a vast …

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024. Sticking with Change When Change Gets Hard 16:46

1M ago16:46

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Visualizing your work on a Kanban Board can be a life-changing improvement to your and your team's overall productivity. But adopting the board as a tool and the Kanban method more broadly can be a little uncomfortable at first, especially when you see all of your to-dos laid out in one place. So, how do you stick with change, like using a Kanban B…

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550. How It's Built: How Perkins School for the Blind Transformed their Fundraising, Customer Experience + Brand - Stephanie Jones Wagle 42:43

2M ago42:43

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Meet Stephanie. In this "How It's Built" episode, she’s sharing the journey of how the Perkins School for the Blind transformed their fundraising, customer experience and brand. From rebuilding their websites to reimagining direct mail, Stephanie unveils the strategies that have breathed new life into a 200-year-old institution 🏫 This conversation …

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549. Tapping into Top Talent: How Fractional Executives Can Help Nonprofits Thrive - Sahar Vermezyarito and Cindy Wagman 49:31

2M ago49:31

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Meet Cindy and Sahar. Cindy, founder of the Fractional Fundraising Movement, and Sahar, Director of the East Scarborough Storefront, are here to share the game-changing benefits of hiring fractional executives. They’ll show how these professionals can act as mission-aligned extensions of your team. Sahar’s experience with a fractional fundraiser ha…

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023. Roots of the Lawyer Shortage 22:30

2M ago22:30

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The lawyer shortage is a complex issue with multiple factors at play, but the impacts are becoming apparent everywhere, from the public defender crisis to the civil access to justice gap, to the fierce competition for hiring and retaining mid-career associates. But what are the roots of this lawyer shortage? Tune in this week to discover what I bel…

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How Trust Is Built in Today's Best Accounting Firms 23:42

2M ago23:42

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Is trust the missing element in your organization? How can you close the trust gap between leaders and employees? In this compelling episode of the Accounting Talent Podcast, host Rob Brown sits down with Cory Sheer, the author of "Closing the Trust Gap," to explore the critical issue of trust within accounting firms. With a deep dive into the mult…

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548. How It's Built: 7 Shifts for 7 Figure Fundraising Growth - Jon Delange 34:51

2M ago34:51

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Meet Jon. He's revolutionized Summit Ministries' fundraising, driving a 25% increase in active donors and securing their first seven-figure cash gift💰 As part of the How It’s Built series, he’s sharing practical advice on data-driven decisions and fostering donor relationships through innovative marketing. Join us as he reveals how small shifts in …

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Ep. 39 - Scaling Cyware: Lessons From Growing the Company Headcount Fivefold - With Joe Aurilia 41:31

2M ago41:31

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How can you scale your tech company while maintaining rigorous operational standards? Senior VP of Operations at Cyware Joe Aurilia shares what he learned while 5x-ing the company. In this episode, Joe shares how he's building operations from the ground up, handling the complexities of international teams, and embedding a culture of security and co…

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547. Overcoming Toxicity from the Inside Out: Building Resilience + Driving Change - Dr. Kevin Sansberry II 51:18

2M ago51:18

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Meet Dr. Kevin. He’s a seasoned behavioral scientist, executive coach, and host of the Toxic Leadership Podcast🎧 He’s bringing his expertise in eradicating toxic behaviors and promoting employee well-being through evidence-based, inclusive, and equitable approaches. Plus, he’s sharing strategies to transform cultures, build resilience, and activate…

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Accounting Firms - Are You Overworking Your Staff? 13:17

3M ago13:17

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Are you and your employees caught in the overtime epidemic? Is overwork silently killing productivity and driving away top talent? Rob Brown delves into the alarming issue of overwork and excessive overtime that is plaguing workplaces across the UK and the US. Drawing from compelling research, he reveals the severe toll it's taking on businesses an…

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022. How to Write Effective Law Firm Policies 27:03

2M ago27:03

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I've spoken before about the importance of making policies explicit. But what does it mean to draft an effective policy in your law firm? Tune in this week to discover what I believe are the elements that comprise a good policy, and learn how to get your team on board in implementing your policies. I share a template for writing effective policies …

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546. How It’s Built: Operational Magic That Puts Your Values to Work - Dorothy Chang 48:05

2M ago48:05

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Meet Dorothy. Her mission is to activate everyone’s capacity to become a more powerful version of themselves—in the workplace and beyond. She helps teams and leaders design the organizational tools, systems, and processes they need to put their values into practice. In this episode of "How It's Built," Dorothy shares how those of us in the social i…

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545. Human-Centered Leadership + The Power of Adaptability: Thriving Through Organizational Transitions - Kamilah Martin 47:48

2M ago47:48

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Meet Kamilah. She’s successfully led and stabilized internal teams during several CEO and Executive Director transitions, known for her ability to heal fractured teams and lead with humanity. She’s sharing insights from her experience leading those teams with adaptability and curiosity. Tune in for expert advice on fostering thriving, equitable cul…

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021. You Can't Scale Your Way Out of a Sustainability Problem 24:14

2M ago24:14

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One of the features of modern business is that there's tons of pressure to grow, scale, and do more with less. Lawyers and their teams aren't exempt from this expectation. It makes sense to leverage our resources and our impact. However, growth for the sake of growth isn't necessarily the healthiest approach for your business, or for the people in …

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#1 Top Strategy to Halt High Accounting Firm Turnover 25:34

3M ago25:34

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Are your top talents leaving in droves? Is 'staff turnover' burning down your accounting firm? Rob Brown and Jeff Phillips delve into the burning issue of high turnover rates plaguing accounting firms worldwide. They dissect the root causes fueling this exodus and provide practical solutions to stem the tide. Jeff Phillips, CEO of Padgett Tax & Acc…

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