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CHere are summaries of articles published in 2024 under the Leadership & Management category on CPA Trendlines. Please note that some articles require PRO membership to access the full content.


1. What Leadership Looks and Feels at CPA Firms

By Marc Rosenberg


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Marc Rosenberg outlines 30 key leadership traits observed in successful CPA firms. Drawing from over two decades of consulting experience, he emphasizes the importance of mentorship, recognition, and adaptability in cultivating effective leaders within firms. (What Leadership Looks and Feels at CPA Firms - CPA Trendlines)

2. How Firms Are Compensating Their COOs

By Kristen Rampe


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Kristen Rampe examines the evolving role of Chief Operating Officers in CPA firms, highlighting compensation trends and the increasing prevalence of COOs as firm owners. The article discusses how COOs contribute to strategic leadership and operational efficiency. (How Firms Are Compensating Their COOs - CPA Trendlines)

3. Five Crucial Attributes for Successful Audit Leadership

By Alan Anderson


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Alan Anderson identifies five essential attributes for effective audit leadership: empowerment, quality, innovation, business-mindedness, and relevance. He advocates for a transformative approach to auditing to maintain its value in a rapidly changing environment. (Five Crucial Attributes for Successful Audit Leadership - CPA Trendlines)

4. Accounting in Transition: Reflections on 2024 and the Road Ahead

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In this podcast episode, hosts Liz Mason, Byron Patrick, and Donny Shimamoto reflect on significant developments in the accounting profession during 2024. Topics include ethical considerations, the impact of generative AI, and predictions for 2025. (Accounting in Transition: Reflections on 2024 and the Road Ahead | ARC ...)

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