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Building the Skills of the Future in Accounting Firms

By Erin Daiber / February 12, 2026
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When I work with firms that struggle to grow their next generation of leaders, I usually spot the warning signs long before anyone talks about succession. Managers demonstrate strong technical skills but often feel uncomfortable leading people. Rising talent avoids hard conversations because no one has taught them how. Partners continue to mediate conflicts that…

3 Signs Your Team Lacks Soft Skills

By iamchels / May 19, 2018
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As a leadership coach and trainer, one of the questions I’m asked most often is “How do I know if my leaders are lacking soft skills?” It’s a great question and one that I will aim to answer here. The truth is, there are many signs that can indicate a need for more soft skills…