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Firm Up

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by GoProposal

5.0(14 reviews)

15 episodes

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Ready to level up your accounting firm? Join Leadership Guru Heather Elkington for Firm Up, the GoProposal podcast especially for accountants and bookkeepers keen to take charge of their career and thrive as business owners. From the best-selling author and entrepreneur who designed accounting software to scale and sell… To the accountant who grew a 7-figure practice in her twenties… To the ‘accidental’ entrepreneur who acquired 4 accountancy practices. This series will split your mind wide open to the endless possibilities you could pursue in the fascinating world of finance. Let us help you with your profits even further, and follow @GoProposal across all socials.

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Recent Episodes

May 13, 2024

S2 Ep7: One Week Changed This Accountant’s Career Forever

<div>“There’s no way I’m going to be an accountant, this is an absolute snore-fest”<br> Those were the words of today’s podcast guest as a young accounting graduate. <br> Thankfully for the industry, he changed his mind after a stint managing a toy store. He snubbed an offer from one of the big 4 to join a small, humble village accountancy practice. As our first guest of the series who isn’t a firm-owner, Stuart Hurst shares his heartening story of how he got head-hunted and became a huge influence within the industry.<br> Stuart is a testament to the impact an employed accountant can make on their practice, their clients, the whole industry, and most importantly, their own career when they become attuned to their ‘why.’<br> So, what made Stuart so driven to change his industry and why is he so fiercely opposed to ‘once a year, dinosaur accountants’?<br> Listen now and learn:</div> <ul> <li>How a loving, but tumultuous childhood taught Stuart the importance of good finance management</li> <li>What happened in one week that changed the trajectory of his career forever</li> <li>The famously cheesy, but effective sales training all his staff go through</li> <li>Why he had to ‘get the knife out and get bloody’ to save his most recent accountancy practice</li> </ul> <div>Don’t forget to share this one with your team - it’s bound to spark their motivation.<br> <br> Watch the full episode on YouTube:<br> <a href="https://youtu.be/YBqdZHYEEPQ">https://youtu.be/YBqdZHYEEPQ</a> </div>

April 25, 2024

S2 Ep6: How She Rebuilt Her Team and Digitised After a Mass Walk-Out

<div>It isn’t often you meet someone who started their accounting career at the tender age of 13. But then again, it isn’t often you meet someone with a story as interesting as the brilliant Eriona Bajrakurtaj. <br> From landing in a UK school aged 6 with no knowledge of English, she went on to study at Oxford, become a mum of 2, and build a property development portfolio, all the while taking over and revolutionising the family’s accounting firm!<br> She’s already achieved what most people don’t achieve in a whole lifetime, but it hasn’t been an easy ride.<br> In this chat with Heather, Eriona opens up about how she was repeatedly underestimated by her team, and her family, and how her strong will enabled her to turn her firm around by bringing it into the digital era, despite opposition.<br> Through Eriona’s story, you’ll learn:</div> <ul> <li> Why she stood her ground and digitised the firm, against her dad’s wishes, and in the face of a mass team walk-out</li> <li>How she brought the firm into the digital era, even though her team shrugged off her early efforts as ‘cute’</li> <li>What she did to reduce her client base from 3000 to 1,200 and INCREASED turnover</li> <li>What happened when she tripled and even quadrupled some client fees, expecting them to leave</li> </ul> <div>If you aren’t already, you’re sure to be in awe of Eriona’s tenacity and drive by then end of this episode. So grab a pen, take notes, and enjoy learning from one of the top 50 Women in Accounting.<br> Watch the full episode on YouTube:<br> <a href="https://youtu.be/KcppwHEYcPw">https://youtu.be/KcppwHEYcPw</a> </div>

April 11, 2024

S2 Ep5: The Ruthless Approach That Put This Firm Owner at the Top of Their Game

<div>Lucy Cohen’s decision to train as an accountant was a rebellious one from the norm she grew up in.<br> Born into a creative family, Lucy surprised everyone when she quit dancing for data, but she never looked back.<br> Founding her own company, Mazuma, at just 23, she went on to become one of the most successful female firm owners there is, winning prestigious awards and make numerous television appearances for her sought after expertise.<br> In this generous chat, Lucy opens up to Heather about some major life events, and how they shaped her ethos not just in business, but her approach to life.<br> <br> Hit play now to find out:</div> <ul> <li>The importance of embracing change without making change for changes sake</li> <li>How a life-threatening health scare helped her overcome anxiety</li> <li>Why she still seeks advice even at the top of her game</li> <li>What unusual hobby Lucy has, and why you should have a focus outside of your business</li> </ul> <div>Watch the full episode on YouTube:<br> <a href="https://youtu.be/CWxP8XEtYSI">https://youtu.be/CWxP8XEtYSI</a><br> <br> </div>

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What is Firm Up?: Ready to level up your accounting firm?

Join Leadership Guru Heather Elkington for Firm Up, the GoProposal podcast especially for accountants and bookkeepers keen to take charge of their career and thrive as business owners.

From the best-selling author and entrepreneur who designed accounting software to scale and sell…

To the accountant who grew a 7-figure practice in her twenties…

To the ‘accidental’ entrepreneur who acquired 4 accountancy practices.

This series will split your mind wide open to the endless possibilities you could pursue in the fascinating world of finance.

Let us help you with your profits even further, and follow @GoProposal across all socials.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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