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seven steps to determining your price

businesswoman using calculator while reviewing something on laptop screen

plus four things to learn about each prospective client.

by jody padar
radical pricing – by the radical cpa

how much would you pay for a bottle of water in the checkout line of a grocery store? maybe $2 or $3, right? you know it costs more per unit than buying a case of water, but at that moment it’s worth it even though it’s the same bottle of water. now, let’s assume you just made the long trek back to your hotel room in las vegas. they have the same bottle of water sitting there for $10. you’re thirsty and don’t want to walk to find a store, so you pay $10 for that bottle conveniently located in your room. the water isn’t different, but the value at that moment in time is subjective.

more: using change orders with scope | who needs to understand scope? | determining a price … and when to change it | perfecting the client needs assessment | create more meaningful kpis | five reasons to ditch timesheets for good | six steps to creating a standardized practice | value pricing requires defining your clients | stop selling time | three critical factors drive the value pricing trend | stop looking for talent that does not exist
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when we think about price, we really need to think about worth. what actually are you bringing to the table? lots of training. many years of experience. vision into similar businesses. it took you years to get here; don’t sell an answer to a question the client asks for the three minutes it took to answer.
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does accounting belong in stem? | accounting arc

accounting experts debate stem designation and its implications for the accounting field. 

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accounting arc
with liz mason, byron patrick, and donny shimamoto.
center for accounting transformation

as accounting evolves into a technology-driven profession, a question looms: does accounting qualify as a stem (science, technology, engineering, and math) field? on the latest episode of accounting arc, thought leaders hosts liz mason, cpa; byron patrick, cpa.citp, cgma; and donny shimamoto, cpa.citp, cgma, tackle this provocative question. 

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“stem is about applying rules-based knowledge in real-world scenarios,” explains mason, ceo of high rock accounting. “accounting fits because we apply principles and make ethical decisions just like other stem professions.” 

but not everyone agrees with mason.

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people development still a concern

five young business people at work in an office setting.

who wants to be partner? anyone? hello?

by kristen rampe
the rosenberg national survey of cpa firm statistics

i anticipate more interest in exploring artificial intelligence and offshoring for small to midsized firms. as new use cases and case studies of success come online, late adopters will start to dabble in these important developments.

editor’s note: every year, the 2024 rosenberg national survey of cpa firm statistics asks the profession’s top consultants two sets of questions:

    • how do you think the next 12 months will unfold? trends? predictions? other thoughts?
    • how would you assess the last 12 months? trends? observations? struggles?

more: focus on intentional growth | accounting firms upshift to corporate model | growth and complacency must concern accounting firms this year | the future of fees | how accounting firms are dealing with retirement
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strong local and regional firms will continue to thrive, though they will face the continued pressure of offers from cpa firm buyers and private equity. many fiercely independent firms will continue on their own path. of those, plenty will remain successful, but not all, and depending on where the hearts, minds and financial goals of the owners are, they might find interest in entertaining these offers.
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introducing you to a fulfilling return on relationships

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rory henry, a behavioral financial advisor, is the director at arrowroot family office and co-founder of afo wealth management forward. he has created a program to help accounting professionals incorporate holistic wealth management and proactive planning services into their practice.

clients don’t just want answers, they want empathy.

by rory henry
the holistic guide to wealth management

in his iconic work, “meditationes sacrae” (1597), sir francis bacon wrote that “knowledge itself is power.” many scholars believe bacon wanted to further the idea that having and sharing knowledge is the cornerstone of reputation and influence – and therefore power. all achievements emanate from this philosophy.

more: rory henry upends the traditional accounting firm | why now is the time for cpas to embrace wealth management
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but in many areas such as business, finance, sports and the military, knowledge can be a competitive advantage. therefore, many are reluctant to share their knowledge with others.
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opportunity awaits incoming aicpa ceo

some cpas don’t necessarily support the aicpa or believe it supports them.

by seth fineberg
at large

the accounting profession has long been divided about the usefulness and importance of the aicpa. however, with the first regime change in 30 years, incoming aicpa ceo mark koziel will take the helm and have an opportunity to embrace change and bridge some gaps.

more fineberg: where intuit is at with accountantshistory could help accountant-vendor relations | accounting needs a ‘rethink’ not a ‘rebrand’ | big change comes with deep reflection | three ways to raise the bar for your business
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moreover, it concerns the leadership and direction this industry body can potentially bring. the word “potential” is used because there is potential in this profession, both for the aicpa and accounting in general.

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