Episode 99. In today's practical episode, "What Works for Accountants with Presence & Gravitas." In these segments, we pick out key trends and events in accounting and fintech media and analyse/interpret them for accountants in practice.

Key takeaways from this episode include:

★ how accountants and CPAs can be more impactful by cutting out 'non-words' in their verbal communications

★ how clarity of message helps technical professionals like accountants develop gravitas in their role

★ the definition of executive presence that accountancy professionals should aspire to, particularly for leaders and future leaders

★ understanding gravitas and the way accountants act to build up executive presence

★ the menace of 'imposter syndrome for super smart accountants who sometimes lack confidence

★ proximity bias and why it undermines the professional expertise and advice of accounting professionals

★ the qualities of individuals and accounting leaders who possess gravitas and presence

★ why charisma matters but does not necessarily come from being extrovert or outgoing

★ tips for better presenting and communication for accounting professionals who want more gravitas

★ the importance for accountants and leaders of choosing words carefully in an attention-deficit world

★ what physical appearance and dressing/grooming professionals does for executive presence

★ the tendency of people to make quick perceptions about you based on how you look and act

NOTE TO LISTENERS:

The Accounting Influencers Podcast is a CPE-accredited daily radio-style show with four segments coming out every Monday which are repeated on the other 4 weekdays as standalone episodes, plus a bonus 'from the client's perspective' episode on Saturdays. On Sundays, listeners get a short min trailer for the coming week's episodes.

Every Tuesday the show gives you a relevant news topic from the accounting and fintech world with a direct application to accountants, CPAs and bookkeepers. Great to stay informed and build your commercial acumen.

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Every Thursday the show gives you a practical 'here's what works' tips concerning a key challenge, need or strategy for accountants, CPAs and bookkeepers. Great to stay current and keep your skills topped up.

Finally, every Saturday gives listeners a bonus episode which focuses on the buyers of accounting services - the clients themselves. In particular how they feel, react to and experience their interactions with accountants. That includes why they buy or don't buy, why they move or stay and why they think how they think about you, your firm, your prices and your offerings.

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