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How can you manage your accountancy career?
27 May 2020
It is essential that all accountancy professionals understand how to manage, be in control of and shape the direction of your career to achieve your ultimate career objectives.
Your focus should not be just to go through the motions in...
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Importance of Long Term Career planning
22 Apr 2020
There has never been a more appropriate time to consider your long-term career goals and plans.
As a result of uncertainty surrounding the current climate, it may be useful to utilise the time to assess what you would like from your career and...
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Why is it important to work on your career and not just in career?
14 Mar 2020
More often than not, many of us do not find the role that really inspires us the first time round. It is essential that you have your finger on the pulse on what is out in there in the market in order to make a career move that is right for you....
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Michael Blain, RSM: The Strategic vision for the South West & Attracting Quality Talent
18 Feb 2020
We recently spoke to Michael Blain, Kate Reid and Mark Taylor to discuss their plans for growth of RSM's South West business across the region, the growing opportunities for their Swindon office as part of RSM South West and the importance of...
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Are you in a career cul-de-sac?
16 Dec 2019
When speaking to finance and accountancy professionals about their career plan and asses their current position, we often hear about misconceptions about what firms are looking for in senior level professionals.
A career cul-de-sac is a...
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Stephen Drew, Smith & Williamson: The Importance of Culture
25 Nov 2019
Stephen Drew, Regional Managing Partner, discusses with us the importance of culture and how Smith and Williamson are building their brand in the Midlands.
Having established our Birmingham office over seven years ago, Smith & Williamson view...
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A note from America – Amy Burton, RSM
18 Nov 2019
Amy Burton, Tax Associate Director at RSM in Birmingham has embarked on a 6 month secondment to the USA working in RSM’s Minneapolis office. Amy took the time to share her journey with us and how the secondment will benefit her long-term...
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What is the value of a Career Mentor?
17 Oct 2019
In recent months, we have had numerous conversations with candidates about the importance of a professional individual who can mentor and help you shape your career.
We have built our experience and knowledge working closely with...
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Importance of culture when it comes to Senior Hires - Mark Taylor, RSM
02 Aug 2019
We recently spoke to Mark Taylor, Regional Managing Partner at RSM on what he looks for in a senior hire and the value of cultural fit. There is an increasing shift towards how individuals buy into a firm’s culture, vision and...
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What is the importance of putting a Personal Development plan in place?
31 Jul 2019
Retaining, upskilling and promoting staff should be at the forefront of an accountancy firm’s thinking.
Improving the level of service clients receive and growing a business should be underpinned by a high quality and engaged...