The Four Types of Trade Show Reps
I've told this story quite a few times over the last few months - always to be met with some great laughter, so I thought I would share it here. I think there are four types of trade show people…
Reach Out and Touch a Client
Just last week, I had the honor of presenting a morning program to the Louisiana Society of Independent Accountants in Shreveport - a state organization connected to the National Society of Accountants. The Louisiana group is mostly made up of public accountants who…
How to Supersize the Job Hunt
A very good friend of mine, Stuart Rosenfield, recently presented "The Process of an Effective Job Hunt" to Career Jump Start, a networking group in the Dallas area. While many job hunters take months and even longer than a year…
Thanks, Dad
I know it's cliche to blog about your Dad on Father's Day, but I feel inspired to do so. My Dad's 85, and while many might think that's really old, he's not old at all. Most people think he's in…
Combined AICPA TECH+/Practitioner’s Symposium a Hit
(Note: this posting originally ran on CPATechViews.com) It seems the AICPA’s TECH+/Practitioner’s Symposium is a real hit. This is the first time the AICPA combined the two conferences, and if there is strength in numbers, it’s very evident at this…
Lane Gorman Trubitt Offers QuickBooks’ Shortcuts
I'm an avid user of QuickBooks - and I think many of my colleagues are as well. That's why I was really pleased to see Lane Gorman Trubitt come out with "Helpful Tips for QuickBooks Software" in the CPA firm's…
Avoiding Bag Fees is a Nightmare for Other Passengers
I recently took my son to Las Vegas for his 21st birthday. We had an awesome time - and as anyone knows, my glass is always half full. Houston, we have a problem ... baggage handling fees are causing all…
Social Media at N. Dakota Dept of Commerce Soars!
I recently helped Sandra McMerty, Marketing and Communications coordinator for the North Dakota Department of Commerce, with a special event in Dallas. Sandy is here for a Wind Energy Conference and is holding a reception to attract business partners to…
Volunteer Your Time – It’s Worth It
I'm writing this post fresh off my twice-monthly meal delivery to seniors for the Jewish Family Service in Dallas. I'm inspired each time I deliver meals and wanted to share some thoughts about volunteerism. It's key to find something that…
How to Solve a Client Problem Before It’s Too Late
Sometimes, it's good to be reminded that I'm in the service business, no matter the cost or inconvenience. You may think this is trivial, but I think it's important. First, some background. I went cold turkey in December 2009 and…