Companies House accounts reform key changes
An overview of Companies House reform, including the key changes for accounts and latest developments in implementing the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.
Why accountants are prime targets: Upping your cyber resilience
This session dives into the surge of cyber attacks on accounting firms and how criminals exploit vulnerabilities. Dan will unveil practical steps every accountant can take to reduce their risk from common cyber threats and build more robust protection for client data security. Don't miss this essential session for safeguarding your firm and your clients.
Win clients on LinkedIn™ using your personal brand
Your potential clients won't buy because you publish "financial" content.
They'll buy because of something else; your personal brand!
In this session, you'll find out how to turn your social profile and content into a client magnet. Plus, learn how to truly dial in your unique selling point and stand out amongst your competition.
Get a day back in your calendar - every week!
Paul Holbrook is a former City of London MD, author of ‘What Are You Doing? – The Uncomfortable Truth About How You Waste Time at Work’, LinkedIn Top Voice, and creator of the Diary Detox method, who has wowed audiences of global organisations – Microsoft, Panasonic, Novartis, Johnson & Johnson, etc. – giving them eye-opening insights into where their time goes and offering crazily simple techniques that improve their productivity, leadership, and wellbeing.This session is perfect if you struggle to find time for what’s important, as it will help you…
- Increase self-awareness around where your time goes today – using five simple colours in your calendar
- Understand why you lose time and procrastinate.
- Discover new habits that will improve your productivity and wellbeing.
The generation game. Getting the best from each generation within changing finance teams
This session delves into the nuanced differences between generations, such as Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers, and their impact on the finance function.
This insightful talk explores how each generation brings its unique perspectives, values, and approaches to the table, shaping the culture, operations, and future trajectory of finance departments. From the digital natives of Gen Z to the seasoned veterans of the Baby Boomer generation, understanding and effectively leveraging the strengths of each cohort is essential for fostering collaboration and driving organisational success.
This talk will provide strategies for fostering cross-generational collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mentorship within finance teams to bridge the generation gap, while also anticipating and preparing for further shifts in the finance department as new generations enter the workforce and technology continues to evolve.
*Please note this session will not have BSL interpreters present.
Current topical tax issues
This session will bring you bang up to date with the latest tax developments, whether in Finance Act 2024, the March 2024 Budget or developments with MTD for Self Assessment. Rebecca will take you on a whistle stop tour of key issues and changes together with the practical implications and advice prompts for your clients.
Good to gold - achieve the life that you want to live
Steve Judge’s presentation will empower you to achieve the life that you want to live, personally, and professionally. He will share his journey that took him from wheelchair to world champion and beyond in business. Steve will inspire you to not lean on your excuses and he’ll motivate you to go for your GOLD.
*Please note this session will not have BSL interpreters present.
Help! I'm an introvert and scared of networking
We all know that we should network. But what if you find it hard to talk to people? What if you’d rather not go networking at all?
In this talk, you’ll hear how self-confessed unnatural networker Charlie Lawson approaches networking, and he’ll show you how you can remove the fear so that you can a) enjoy networking and b) develop real results from your efforts.
He’ll be sharing 5 ways to build a better accountancy business using your network, so whether you’re interesting in bringing in new business, retaining existing clients, or building your own personal brand, this is the session for you.
Anyone can be a content creator - an easy session for accountants and bookkeepers
As a LinkedIn™ trainer, Ashley Leeds sees so many people doing great things on LinkedIn™ but also sees people scared to have a go. This session will investigate how they overcame their fear to grow and have a voice on social media. This panel will talk about the way they have embraced social media to help them to grow their personal brand and their respective businesses in a competitive market. These are ordinary accountants who have just been consistent and are now reaping the rewards. If you want to do more on social media but feel scared then this session is for you. And don’t worry because it will be fun and honest!
To niche or not to niche!
Join the session "To Niche or Not to Niche" as an expert panel explores the benefits of specialising in a specific area within your accounting practice. Discover how niching can lead to increased profitability, enhanced credibility, and stronger client relationships. Learn about targeted marketing strategies and the potential challenges of focusing on a particular market segment. This session will provide valuable insights on how niching can help your practice grow and thrive in a competitive landscape.
*Please note this session will not have BSL interpreters present.