CPA Growth Trends

Strategies, Tools and Knowledge to Grow CPA Firms

January 2024: A Deep Dive Into Paid Advertising

By Emily Hensler / January 23, 2024

Seasoned Marketer: In this era of constant connectivity, where attention is a limited commodity, paid advertising can give firms the extra boost they need to rise above the noise and ensure key messages are heard. But how can you develop an effective paid advertising strategy? This article explores some key…

Amplify | A Business Development Culture Fosters Growth and Engagement

By Katie Tolin / January 23, 2024

When it comes to business development, establishing a strong culture is often the first step toward success. But what exactly does a business development culture within a CPA firm mean, and where should you begin? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not just about sales. During a recent Amplify! podcast episode…

Social Media Strategies for CPA Firm Success: Insights from AAM’s Virtual Campfire

By Alyson Fieldman / January 22, 2024

In the ever-evolving realm of social media, many topics impact a firm’s success. From content strategy to employee advocacy to the role of AI tools, there is a multifaceted landscape of social media marketing. Social media isn’t a metric for marketers to measure. It’s a way to sustain success in…

The Strategic Outlook for 2024: A Blueprint for Accounting Firms

By Will Casserly / January 21, 2024

As we embark on 2024, many accounting firms are re-evaluating their strategy to incorporate key initiatives that will attract top talent, grow their advisory services, leverage new technologies, and enhance the online visibility of their experts and for the firm itself. It’s an opportune time for accounting firms to redefine…

Virtual Business Cards: Should Your Accounting Firm Climb Aboard?

By Sammi Dittloff / December 12, 2023

As accounting firms continue to bring a previously paper-heavy world into the digital space, a logical next step would be to consider adding virtual business cards into the mix. Of course, any time you usher in new tech, you can also add more complexity. Is more technology necessarily better? Should…

Generative AI: How Accounting Marketers Can Navigate the Opportunity and Obstacles of ChatGPT

By Briana Shank / December 5, 2023

Hinge Marketing’s Karl Feldman, Managing Partner, and Austin McNair, Senior Marketing Manager, presented an AAM High webinar on generative AI and “How Accounting Marketers Can Navigate the Opportunity and Obstacles of ChatGPT.” Below is a summary (written mainly by ChatGPT) of the presentation on how accounting marketers can navigate the…

PR for Accounting: Reasons and Methods to Work With a PR Professional

By Dawn Wagenaar / November 30, 2023

Have you considered what PR for accounting can look like at your firm? Over more than 17 years of supporting professional service firms with communications, my agency has experienced many client situations that required delicate public relations. These situations can include: Angry clients Challenging M&A negotiations Negative search results Illness…

Articles of Interest: Internal Communications

By Kayla Juba / November 17, 2023

Our November Articles of Interest includes helpful links outlining the different types of internal messaging; tactics and tools you should be using; top internal communications trends from the past year; award-winning intranet design highlights and tips for writing your employee newsletter “like you give a damn.” 10 Types of Internal…

Seasoned Marketer: Internal Communications’ Impact on Employee Engagement

By Alison Simons / November 17, 2023

As a marketer, you likely spend much of your time focused on external communications. Sending firm emails and newsletters, keeping your website up-to-date, and posting regularly to social media are all part of a robust marketing plan. But are you as focused on your internal communications plan? Thoughtfully and effectively…

Beginner’s Guide to an Intranet

By Olivia Collins / November 17, 2023

Intranets are a great way for leadership and employees to have a channel other than email to communicate. Emails can become lost or overlooked. An intranet provides a centralized source for company information, tools and resources, with the added benefit of decluttering your inbox. The setup process involves a systematic…

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Featured: Season 9 Episode 4

Beyond the Database: Building a CRM That Fuels Business Development

Nikki Burgeson | UHY-US

In this episode, Chris Camara speaks with Nikki Burgeson about the critical role of CRM systems in business development, particularly within professional services.