Solving the Staffing Crisis in Accounting Firms

In episode, Jeff Phillips, CEO of Padgett and founder of AccountingFly, joins Roger Harris and Annie Schwab to discuss the challenges of recruiting and retaining talent in the accounting industry. They explore innovative solutions including remote work, offshore talent, and domestic freelancers as part of a new "talent stack" for firms. The conversation covers practical strategies for attracting candidates, evaluating talent, and building effective remote teams, offering valuable advice for accounting firm owners struggling with staffing issues in today's competitive job market.

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  • (00:00) - Federal Tax Updates Episode 35
  • (02:19) - Introducing the Expert Guest: Jeff Phillips
  • (03:48) - Global and Industry-Specific Hiring Challenges
  • (06:02) - The Importance of Flexibility and Remote Work
  • (08:40) - The Value Proposition for Accounting Firms
  • (13:43) - Strategies for Effective Recruitment
  • (25:16) - Building a Modern Firm for the Future
  • (31:08) - Morning Routine for Business Success
  • (31:28) - The Pitfalls of Reactive Hiring & Effective Screening
  • (32:58) - The Importance of Selling to Top Candidates
  • (38:23) - Leveraging Offshore and Freelance Talent
  • (46:08) - Managing Remote Teams Effectively
  • (53:03) - The Future of Hiring in Accounting

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Creators and Guests

Annie Schwab, CPA
Host
Annie Schwab, CPA
Franchisee Operations Manager at Padgett Business Services
Roger Harris, EA
Host
Roger Harris, EA
President at Padgett Business Services
Jeff Phillips
Guest
Jeff Phillips
Chief Executive Officer of Padgett
Solving the Staffing Crisis in Accounting Firms
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