Accounting Marketing

Growth Hack: How to Better Qualify Prospects

By Sarah Dobek / March 12, 2024 / Comments Off on Growth Hack: How to Better Qualify Prospects

Key Points Focusing on quality over quantity in leads ensures sustainable, strategic firm growth. Asking thoughtful, probing questions helps identify whether a prospect aligns with your firm’s ideal client profile. Active listening uncovers not only what prospects say—but what they reveal through tone, intent, and transparency.   Accounting firms are realizing that the quality of…

Building a Trustworthy Brand: Essential Strategies for CPAs

By Sarah Dobek / February 13, 2024 / Comments Off on Building a Trustworthy Brand: Essential Strategies for CPAs

Key Points Trust is the foundation of every CPA’s brand—and must be intentionally built through visibility and expertise. Combining traditional networking, strategic content, and LinkedIn engagement strengthens both credibility and reach. CPAs who blend human connection with digital presence become the advisors clients turn to first.   In professional services, Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) stand…

Non-Traditional Contributions to Marketing – Alice Lerman

By Stephanie Crow / May 17, 2023 / Comments Off on Non-Traditional Contributions to Marketing – Alice Lerman

2023 Growth Survey Insights and Trends

By Sarah Dobek / April 12, 2023 / Comments Off on 2023 Growth Survey Insights and Trends

Key Points The 2023 Inovautus Growth Outlook® Survey reveals strong firm growth expectations, rising non-compliance revenue, and continued capacity challenges. Marketing priorities are shifting toward digital marketing, events, and internal training as firms invest in visibility and talent retention. Firms are increasing prices, adopting new technology, and using staff training to strengthen business development and…

Becoming the First Call

By Sarah Dobek / March 31, 2023 / Comments Off on Becoming the First Call

Key Points Building a strong professional network helps accountants transition from service providers to trusted advisors. Being your client’s “first call” requires credibility, connection, and consistent follow-through. Nurturing relationships and connecting clients with the right resources enhances trust and long-term loyalty.   For years, accountants have been told to go out and build a network…

Tips for Growing Your Accounting Firm’s Marketing Team

By Sarah Dobek / March 29, 2023 / Comments Off on Tips for Growing Your Accounting Firm’s Marketing Team

Key Points Staff augmentation, via technology, contractors, or outsourcing, helps accounting firms scale marketing capacity without adding full-time headcount. Choosing the right model depends on cost, required skill sets, and access needs, supported by clear goals, timelines, and expectations. Blending tools and talent (automation + specialists) improves speed, quality, and ROI for marketing execution in…

Returning to Live Events: Maximizing Attendance

By Stephanie Crow / March 21, 2023 / Comments Off on Returning to Live Events: Maximizing Attendance

Non-Traditional Contributions to Marketing Danielle Reynolds

By Stephanie Crow / March 21, 2023 / Comments Off on Non-Traditional Contributions to Marketing Danielle Reynolds

Market Research Basics for Accounting Firms

By Sarah Dobek / March 13, 2023 / Comments Off on Market Research Basics for Accounting Firms

Key Points Market research helps accounting firms identify opportunities, refine strategy, and improve ROI through data-driven decisions. Understanding client needs, competitor positioning, and market trends strengthens firm differentiation and brand relevance. Using both qualitative and quantitative research ensures deeper insights that guide pricing, services, and growth strategies.   As accounting firms set out to differentiate…

The 4 Traits of a Successful Business Developer

By Sarah Dobek / March 8, 2023 / Comments Off on The 4 Traits of a Successful Business Developer

Key Points The most effective business developers succeed through mindset, curiosity, service, and resilience—not just process or volume. Building trust through genuine curiosity and service-first interactions creates stronger client relationships and more referrals. Proactive, optimistic professionals with a growth mindset consistently turn opportunities into lasting business success.   When most people think of business development,…