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Increase exposure to potential clients with partner email swapping

Partner email swapping is a simple, effective way to increase your client base at no cost while forming lasting, fruitful business relationships.

4 min read

6 ways to turn your mailing list into an effective marketing tool

Mailing lists are fantastic tools for building brand recognition and increasing client engagement. Here are 6 tips to make the most out of your mailing list.

4 min read

How to overcome feelings of isolation when working remotely

Working remotely has many benefits, but feelings of isolation can occasionally come with remote work. These 7 tips will help ease those negative feelings.

4 min read

Online client meetings: The right way vs. the wrong way

Client meetings can be make or break. Andrew Jordan from Connect4 shares how you can leverage them to win, expand and retain more business.

5 min read

Karbon’s values in action (part 1): Connectivity and openness

Karbon Co-Founder & CEO, Stuart McLeod, breaks down our values in a 5-part mini-series. First up: Connectivity and openness with employees, partners, customers and investors.

5 min read

From hospitality to accounting: Amaka’s Martin Chee discusses how success transcends industry

Martin Chee, CFO and Co-Founder of software integration firm Amaka, discusses growing his company, hiring globally, and refining his value proposition.

7 min read

Grow your accounting firm with these 6 tips for referrals

Referrals are an important part of growing your accounting firm. Here are 6 simple actions you can take to get started with your email referral process.

4 min read

Announcing the 2022 Karbon Excellence Award winners

The Karbon Excellence Awards recognize the accounting firms doing unique things, inspiring their peers, and prioritizing the same values that matter to the team at Karbon.

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The importance of local SEO to your accounting firm

It takes good local SEO to attract the clients your accounting firm deserves. Here are a few quick, effective techniques to improve local SEO.

5 min read

Can AI put a stop to the year-end crunch? A conversation with Simon Langlois

Simon Langlois, Co-Founder and CEO of Stamped Technologies, is using a combination of CPAs and AI to elevate smaller accounting firms.

6 min read

Announcing: The first Karbon Customer Council

Meet the founding members of the Karbon Customer Council—a group to helpensure Karbon is aligned with the needs of customers and the future direction of the industry.

2 min read

Finders, minders and grinders: Hiring tips and red flags for your accounting firm

Here's what to look out for when hiring finders, minders and grinders for your accounting firm. Plus, some things to steer clear of.

3 min read

How Karbon uses Slack: 10 tips for reclaiming sanity and productivity

10 Slack rules that we follow at Karbon to become more disciplined, productive, and compassionate collaborators.

8 min read

Where to work, how to work, and taking back your time with Jeremy Hyman

Jeremy Hyman, principal of Jeremy Hyman Associates, discusses productivity and technology at work in a post-COVID world.

7 min read

The ironic yet motivating truth about imposter syndrome

Cassidy Jakovickas, CEO of MBS Accountancy, delves into the manifestations of imposter syndrome, and how you can turn imposter syndrome into your advantage.

6 min read

Building a butterfly garden accounting firm with Chan & Naylor’s Ed Chan

Ed Chan, Co-Founder of one of Australia’s most successful accounting firms, Chan & Naylor, details his experience in growing a successful franchise.

6 min read

AccountingWEB Live Summit 2022: Takeaways, actions and memorable quotes

The key sessions, takeaways and memorable quotes from the AccountingWEB Live Summit 2022.

5 min read

Graceful mergers with Acuity’s Matthew May

Matthew May, founder of the accounting service provider Acuity, discusses its recent merger with Catching Clouds, goal setting, and sales strategy.

6 min read

Creativity from chaos: How accounting practices excelled in spite of COVID-19

How did the accounting industry respond to COVID-19? As they say, pressure creates diamonds. Karbon Co-Founder and Chief Partnerships Officer explains.

6 min read

Grow your accounting firm sustainably with the Prototype Components Model for Growth

How can you scale your accounting firm, chaos-free? The answer lies in the Prototype Components Model for Growth. Jason Blumer, CPA from Thriveal breaks down the model's key elements.

4 min read

MVPs, catapulting entrepreneurs, and remote work with Padgett and Accountingfly’s Jeff Phillips

Jeff Phillips, CEO of Padgett Business Services and Co-Founder of Accountingfly, discusses remote work and entrepreneurship in accounting.

7 min read

The dating game: How to find the executive coach of your dreams

You likely need an executive coach. Why? Because ‘ignorance is bliss’ shouldn’t apply to the workplace. Jourdan Pym, VP of People & Places at Karbon, explains why an executive coach is the missing ingredient your career needs.

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Documentation is already a critical part of your life. Here’s how to make the most of it.

Andi Ancheta, Karbon SVP of Customer, explains why you're already a seasoned pro at documentation and how you can get started on documenting your firm’s systems and processes.

6 min read

Transparency and the ‘Great Reshuffling’ with Acuity’s Kenji Kuramoto

Accounting service Acuity founder Kenji Kuramoto talks about the importance of clear communication in growing his firm and facing The Great Resignation.

7 min read

Accountex London 2022: Tips and tricks to get the most out of your visit

Accountex London is back with over 250 participating global brands. Here are 5 tips to make the most out of your time (and avoid feeling overwhelmed).

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8 must-see sessions at AccountingWEB Live Summit 2022

After three years, AccountingWEB Live Summit is back. Here are our 8 must-see sessions from a packed agenda.

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3 reasons to refresh your accounting firm’s vision statement

Other than the passing of time time, why should you update your accounting firm’s vision statement? Here are 3 reasons.

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Being more inclusive at your accounting firm with AICPA and CIMA’s Crystal Cooke

Crystal Cooke, Director of Diversity and Inclusion for the AICPA and CIMA, discusses diversity in accounting today and how to continue increasing diversity in the field.

6 min read

Accounting for crypto in the UK with Joe David from Myna and Nephos

Joe David, founder of the two successful accounting firms Nephos and Myna, gives insight into the UK and global crypto accounting fields.

5 min read

Accounting, community, and coaching with Propeller Advisory’s Katie Bryan

Katie Bryan, founder and CEO of Propeller Advisory, discusses how COVID-19 offered unprecedented opportunities for building stronger client relationships.

6 min read

What is transactional NPS (tNPS), and why is it important for your firm?

You’ve heard of NPS. But what’s tNPS? Transactional NPS could make all the difference to the client journey at your accounting firm.

4 min read

Standardization and value pricing are a match made in heaven. Here’s why.

Discover the direct correlation between standardized processes and boosted profits for your accounting firm.

3 min read

How Karbon offset emissions, and what you can learn from our experience

Discover how we offset our emissions for the first time, and our key lessons learned along the journey.

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The business case for offering carbon neutrality advisory at your accounting firm

Better-understand why offering carbon neutrality advisory at your firm is a selling point for clients.

4 min read

How to help your clients become carbon neutral through advisory

How to offer carbon neutrality as an advisory service (and why accounting firms are best-placed to do so).

3 min read

Everything you need to know about becoming a carbon neutral accounting firm

Discover the 3 key things you need to know about offsetting your carbon emissions as an accounting business.

7 min read

Accounting lessons from drug dealing and cartels with Scott Scarano

Scott Scarano, President of a Padgett Business Services franchise, discusses cartels, and podcasting for the next generation of accountants.

6 min read

8 reasons for client churn at accounting firms (plus prevention tips)

Discover the common reasons why clients fire their accountants, and how you can prevent yours from doing so.

6 min read

Coin toss term sheet-signings and AI in bookkeeping with Botkeeper’s Enrico Palmerino

Enrico Palmerino, founder and CEO of Boston-based Botkeeper, discusses choosing investors and using AI to allow accountants to take on more clients.

6 min read

How to position yourself as an accounting thought leader

Jody Grunden from Summit CPA Group shares 4 tips for becoming a thought leader.

5 min read

3 reasons why standardizing your processes is a win for your clients

Discover how standardizing your accounting firm's processes will increase client satisfaction.

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Introducing the Karbon Customer Council

The Karbon Customer Council is here to ensure Karbon is aligned with the needs of customers and the future direction of the industry.

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Creating a lifestyle you love with Calmwaters Cloud Accounting’s Kellie Parks

Kellie Parks, founder of Calmwaters Cloud Accounting, discusses how tech enables accountants and their clients to live the life they’ve always wanted.

6 min read

Karbon’s first hackathon (the what, why and how)

Karbon's Development Manager, Dom Millar, shares the ins and outs of Karbon's first hackathon.

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4 reasons accounting leaders use My Week in Karbon to manage their workflow

Leading accountants share how My Week in Karbon is helping them calm the chaos of their workloads.

5 min read

Chasing sunsets and sales: accounting life from the road with Chad Davis

Chad Davis, co-founder of LiveCA, is an accounting leader and digital nomad who’s fully embraced the many perks of cloud-based accounting.

6 min read

Do you need to hire? Or are your accounting firm’s processes inefficient?

Is your team busy because they need more resources, or are they just operating inefficiently? Andi Ancheta, VP of Customer Success, Support & Services at Karbon, discusses.

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3 critical pillars for a successful organizational restructure of your accounting firm

An organizational restructure of your accounting firm will only be as successful as your preparation. Get started here.

4 min read

Ski lifts and strategic plans with flinder’s Alastair Barlow

Alastair Barlow, founding partner at London-based accounting firm flinder, discusses hiring strategies and shares his vision for the company’s future.

6 min read

Shorter meetings are more productive. Here’s why.

You can’t eradicate meetings. But you can improve them. Here are 8 convincing reasons to take shorter, more productive meetings.

4 min read

Top 18 accounting and bookkeeping podcasts in 2022

Discover the best, most interesting and valuable podcasts for accountants and bookkeepers across the globe in 2022.

6 min read

How to overcome 2 common workflow management challenges at your accounting firm

Discover two common workflow management challenges for accounting firms and the solutions to transform them.

3 min read

5 strategies to get client buy-in for your tech stack

Deep-dive into the key strategies you can use to reduce friction when moving your clients to your tech stack.

4 min read

This is how we fulfill our vision: The email I sent to all Karbon staff to kick off 2022

Karbon CEO & Co-founder, Stuart McLeod, shares the email he sent the Karbon team that emphasizes our 2022 objectives.

3 min read

The two things that kill businesses with Check the Level’s Leeroy Beeby

Leeroy Beeby, COO and co-founder of Check the Level, a SaaS business for contractors, shares how his company grew 20x in just six months.

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How to get off on the right foot when measuring and boosting productivity

If you can’t measure productivity, you can’t improve it. Why standardized processes will unlock your accounting firm’s potential.

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Eradicating ‘crappy PowerPoint disease’ with Tax Nuggets Academy’s Joyce Ong

Joyce Ong shares her journey from tax accountant to content creator. She’s changing how accountants learn, one video at a time.

6 min read

What do an orchestra and an aligned accounting team have in common?

An accounting team without standardized processes is like an orchestra playing various pieces of music at the same time: chaotic.

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21 productivity tips that the team at Karbon actually use

Some of the Karbon team share their favorite productivity tips—from ear muffs to time blocking.

7 min read

Cash, cannabis, and client education with Moxy Accounting’s Katye Maxson-Landis

Katye Maxson-Landis is the cannabis industry’s accountant. She solves complex tax problems so her clients can remain profitable (and legal).

6 min read

Boost morale by aligning your team to a common cause

Discover the power of a common cause to your team's motivation, engagement and purpose.

4 min read

Standardizing your processes doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here are 5 tips.

Here are some suggestions for reducing the complexity and stress of standardizing your accounting firm's processes.

3 min read

Timothy Munro from ChangeGPS on values, purpose, and the power of a phone call

ChangeGPS founder Timothy Munro discusses the importance of grounding your accounting firm in solid values on the Accounting Leaders Podcast.

6 min read

8 tips to improve financial forecasts for your clients

Better-equip yourself to create and communicate strong financial forecasts to your clients with these tips from LivePlan's Kathy Gregory.

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$66million to give accounting firms the practice management solution they deserve

We’re excited to announce a Series B investment of up to $66m, led by Tidemark Capital, to help us serve the global accounting industry in the best possible way we can.

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What social issues impacted the accounting industry the most in 2021 (and what that means for the future)

Accounting experts identify social issues of the past year and the steps they take to make a positive change.

4 min read

Why I start my day with Wordle (and why you should too)

Being creative as a professional is hard—sometimes you need a spark. And sometimes that spark is a random internet word game.

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It’s not just about numbers: business leadership for accountants with Future Firm’s Ryan Lazanis

Future Firm CEO Ryan Lazanis talks about how accounting firm leaders can fast-track their firms for growth on the Accounting Leaders Podcast.

6 min read

What is ‘intrinsic motivation’ and how it can help you survive the Great Resignation, according to the experts

Accounting experts explain the importance of ‘intrinsic motivation’ and how it can help you survive the Great Resignation.

3 min read

What is Finance-as-a-Service (and how to start offering it to your clients)?

Steven Byler, President & Co-Founder at GrowthLab, explains the 3 key elements of providing Finance-as-a-Service at your firm.

4 min read

How to attract and recruit the very best millennial accountants

Millennial accounting professionals don’t want ping pong tables, free lunches or an office slide. They want innovation, development and flexibility. Discover how to attract the best young accounting talent.

5 min read

Tips and ideas for developing a culture of innovation in your accounting firm

Innovation is no longer just a buzzword. Learn how to create an innovative accounting firm culture.

6 min read

5 things every US accountant should know about cryptocurrency

TokenTax COO, Arthur Teller, explains how to avoid common US crypto tax reporting stumbling blocks.

4 min read

Productive partnerships and community cultivation: a conversation with Thriveal’s Jason Blumer

Accounting Leaders Podcast ep. 16 wrap up: Jason Blumer on how to grow a quality firm that prioritizes culture.

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Say hello to Sara Goepel, Karbon’s Chief Product Officer

Meet Sara. She's been on the Karbon journey since day one, and now, she's our Chief Product Officer.

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How to keep your remote team engaged, supported and connected

Set your remote team up to thrive by making sure they have everything they need—physically and mentally.

5 min read

The difference between firms that focus on their processes vs. those that don’t

Karbon CCO and Co-Founder, Ian Vacin, explains how you can work smarter, not harder by focusing on your processes.

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How to grow profit by coaching your team to run high value client meetings

Using examples from current customers, Sarah Broderick from Connect4 explains the power in boosting your profits with a client meeting playbook.

6 min read

Rebounding from ‘Marchternity’ with Kylene O’Connor Carse from BWCO CPAs

Kylene O’Connor Carse, Partner at BWCO CPAs, discusses burnout and the importance of capacity planning to ensure sustainable growth and long-term success.

6 min read

Tech-fueled growth, Zoom fatigue, and rural resilience with Tandem Group’s Marilyn Davies

Marilyn Davies discusses adapting her New Zealand accounting firm to evolving industry tech and mitigating the COVID pandemic’s effect on her team.

5 min read

Problems worth solving: a conversation with Intuit’s Jorge Olavarrieta

Intuit’s VP of Product Management and Design, Jorge Olavarrieta, shares advice on driving product development to best-benefit customers.

6 min read

7 micro habits that will help you become a better leader at your accounting firm

Discover 7 micro habits of an effective accounting firm leader that will help you better-manage your team with empathy, focus and empowerment.

5 min read

Solving the tax and cryptocurrency conundrum with Zac McClure and Arthur Teller from TokenTax

Zac McClure and Arthur Teller talk about tax challenges with cryptocurrency and how their company, TokenTax, makes these issues more manageable.

6 min read

3 reasons why a strong personal brand is the secret to your accounting firm’s brand

Understand the reasons why building your personal brand can help transform your firm, reach new clients, and attract top talent.

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Why employees are quitting your accounting firm (and how to stop them)

7 reasons why your best employees are leaving your accounting firm, and how you can survive the Great Resignation tidal wave.

6 min read

What it really takes to grow your accounting firm with Heather Townsend from The Accountants Millionaires’ Club

Heather Townsend, founder of The Accountants Millionaires’ Club, discusses smart decision-making strategies for accounting firms looking to scale.

6 min read

How to achieve inbox zero (or get close)

Here are 4 tips to get your inbox under control and as close to 'inbox zero' as possible.

3 min read

3 ways to grow your accounting firm, and the tools to support each method

Different accounting firms think about growth in different ways. Here are 3 ways to grow your firm, plus the key tool you need to support this growth.

3 min read

Embracing volatility and leading with tech, with Ohran Gobrin from Fuller Landau

According to Fuller Landau’s Ohran Gobrin, volatility is the new normal. He shares how accounting firms should prepare and adapt for long-term growth.

6 min read

The essential measures you must take to protect your accounting firm from a cyber attack

Have you taken these basic measures to protect your accounting firm from a cyber attack?

3 min read

How to implement change when you don’t know where to start

Avoid becoming overwhelmed by change with these six components of a successful change management plan for your accounting firm.

6 min read

Loyal teams, client-centred tech and death to the partnership model, with BNA’s Bernie and Jason Ackerman

Father-and-son duo Bernie and Jason Ackerman of BNA CPA discuss team and client loyalty, the state of tech in the accounting industry, and why it’s time for the partnership model to go.

6 min read

3 tips to effectively manage email and spend less time in your inbox

Do you own your inbox, or does it own you? Get your email clutter under control—once and for all—with these tips.

4 min read

Sports analogies and tech stacks with Dawn Brolin, The Designated Motivator

Dawn Brolin, accountant, coach, and author of The Designated Motivator, shares how accounting firms can learn from sports and win tax season.

6 min read

Mastering technology: How the right technology can enhance the remote work experience for your CPA firm

Jody Grunden from Summit CPA explains the power in choosing the right tech for your firm, and shares some tools they’re using at Summit CPA to power their remote team.

4 min read

Small town firm, big vision: Gary Wood’s pursuit of a satisfying life

Gary Wood, owner of CRC, discusses the benefits of small accounting firms, the value of networking, and recruitment strategies.

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What questions should you ask in a client satisfaction survey for your accounting firm?

Ask the right questions to get the answers you need and boost your accounting firm’s client satisfaction levels.

7 min read

Robots and reinvention: Steph Hinds on why Australia’s pandemic exit requires creative problem-solving

Steph Hinds of Australian accounting firm Growthwise delves into how COVID has affected businesses and individuals at the local and national level.

6 min read

Rethinking email: How leading accounting firms are saving hours each week with Karbon

Learn how Karbon can release you from being trapped by your inbox, so you can work smarter, not harder.

4 min read

7 reasons why you need accounting workflow automation

Why should you spend time and money on automating your workflows? Because it's worth it. Discover why.

3 min read

The 3 keys to navigating change in your accounting firm

Carl Reader explains the essential aspects of change management, and to overcome the most common pitfalls of introducing change.

5 min read

10 ways to grow your accounting business by building your personal brand

10 ideas to inspire you to start building your personal brand, share your expertise and promote your accounting firm.

9 min read

TikTok and taxes: the future of accounting firms with Envolta’s David DiNardo

Envolta’s young, forward-thinking CEO David DiNardo discusses strategies for scaling successfully, culture building, and using social media for marketing efforts.

5 min read

Learn from last tax season: your wins, opportunities, and areas to improve

Don’t let your wins and losses from last tax season be forgotten. Focus on these four key areas so you can improve performance year-on-year.

8 min read

3 reasons against ‘always-on’ culture

The world won’t stop spinning if you switch off. Discover the key arguments against the ‘always-on’ mentality.

4 min read

To merge or not to merge? Plus more insights from Aprio Cloud’s Bruce Phillips

Bruce Phillips (Aprio Cloud) discusses mentorship, mergers, and the future of the accounting industry on an episode of the Accounting Leaders Podcast.

9 min read

Why you should never discount your accounting services

Trust, value and focus. These are 3 reasons why you shouldn’t discount your accounting services.

3 min read

Karbon's journey to SOC 2 compliance

Learn about Karbon's journey to achieving SOC 2 Type 2 compliance to better understand the process and our security practices.

14 min read

How Karbon uses automation to save you hours each week

Here's how Karbon saves you time, clicks and process steps with five different types of automation.

5 min read

Karbon data privacy and GDPR compliance roadmap

Learn how Karbon is ensuring your data is kept secure and maintaining compliance with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

5 min read

Client relationships can be automated, but should they?

The pros and cons of automating client relationships, and what a hybrid approach looks like for your accounting firm.

5 min read

What’s wrong with your firm’s sales process and how to fix it

Make your sales process work for you, not against you, by addressing the four common sales process mistakes made in accounting firms.

6 min read

Putting the magic back into client relationships, with James Ashford

From the Accounting Leaders Podcast: James Ashford (GoProposal) explains why courtship is still king when attracting leads.

6 min read

If you standardize one process this year, make it this one

You can’t standardize all your accounting firm’s processes at once. So get started with the one with the most value.

3 min read

What is a business operating system, and why does your accounting firm need one?

Without an operating system, your phone or laptop won’t work. The same goes for your accounting firm. Learn why a business operating system is crucial for your firm's success.

4 min read

In the cloud from the beginning: how System Six mastered the art of remote accounting services

System Six’s Jeremy Allen saw the future of remote accounting service early. In the first episode of the Accounting Leaders Podcast, he shares insights from 13 years of cloud accounting and remote work.

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How to identify and solve gaps and problems in your accounting team’s structure

Taking three steps forward and two steps back when you try to grow your firm? Your team’s structure might be to blame. Here are the solutions you need.

6 min read

Are accountants more likely to return to offices? Here are the latest statistics.

Discover why accountants are more likely to return to the office full-time, when most people are settling into hybrid or flexible work.

4 min read

The essential questions to ask when building your accounting firm’s ideal tech stack

Set your accounting firm’s tech stack up for success by asking the right questions.

10 min read

3 things your accounting firm can learn from the pandemic

Discover the 3 most important lessons the pandemic has taught accounting firms about how to manage a crisis.

2 min read

How to solve the 5 main communication challenges of working remotely

Communication isn’t dead: it just looks different. Discover how to solve common challenges associated with working remotely.

5 min read

How to optimize visibility across your firm to uncover growth opportunities

Discover how to uncover areas for growth and improvement by gaining visibility into your firm’s day-to-day operations.

4 min read

The 3 infrastructure pillars you need to successfully run a remote or hybrid accounting team

Set your team up for success, no matter where they work, with the right physical, tech and supportive tools.

5 min read

Take back control with these 5 organizational tips

Take back control of your time with these tactics to keep you, your employees and firm organized and operating efficiently.

6 min read

3 of the best ways to organize your firm’s process documentation

Make your team members' lives easier (and more productive) by implementing a solid process documentation storage system.

5 min read

Supercharge organization at your firm with these 3 core tools

If you're serious about optimizing your firm’s organization, you need these 3 core tools.

4 min read

The essential elements of a referral strategy that actually works

Here’s what you need to know about creating a referral strategy for your accounting firm that works, without putting pressure on your current clients.

8 min read

How to break the ‘always-on’ cycle and boost your productivity

It's time to take back control. Discover how to break the 'always-on' cycle and restore order to your professional and personal lives.

4 min read

How to get new hires up-to-speed quickly and painlessly by mastering staff onboarding with standardization

Make the most out of your staff onboarding process by standardizing and documenting it with these tips.

4 min read

5 reasons standardizing your processes is the best thing you can do for your firm's long-term success

Discover how standardizing your accounting firm’s processes will increase your efficiency and set your firm up for future success.

4 min read

What we shipped: The first half of 2021 in review

Discover every new Karbon feature and update released in the first half of 2021.

5 min read

How to craft the perfect vision statement for your accounting business

Learn how to craft a meaningful vision statement that reflects your accounting firm's aspirations, beliefs and goals.

5 min read

How leading accounting firms improve their efficiency with templated procedures

Find out why leading accounting firms are using templated procedures to improve their efficiency, and how you can do the same.

5 min read

Hundreds of workflow templates to transform your accounting firm

We have launched the Karbon Template Library so that you never have to start with a blank canvas again. Browse hundreds of curated templates for almost every accounting firm procedure, job or workflow imaginable.

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Karbon achieves SOC 2 Type 2 certification

We are proud to announce that Karbon has achieved SOC 2 Type 2 certification, confirming that our application complies with best practices for security, availability, and confidentiality.

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The steps to standardize your processes (plus increase efficiency and grow your accounting firm)

If you can’t be efficient, you can’t effectively grow your accounting business. Standardizing your processes helps solve for that. Here's how to do it.

7 min read

How to deal with clients who ask for too much ‘free’ advice

Ed Chan explains how a well-structured team and strong communication skills can help you avoid giving your clients too much free advice.

2 min read

Withdrawing yourself from the right divisions in your firm

Avoid becoming a prisoner to your business by withdrawing from each division in the right order, according to Ed Chan.

4 min read

Quick wins to solve your firm's hidden inefficiencies

Here are 5 common accounting firm inefficiencies, and the small improvements you can make to boost efficiency.

7 min read

Build your ideal accounting team by developing your juniors

The answer to your hiring problem is not to hire experienced senior staff members, but develop your junior members instead.

3 min read

3 rules you can’t ignore when hiring remotely

The future of work is remote. Here’s what you need to know about hiring remotely and how to redesign your recruiting strategy accordingly.

4 min read

5 tactics we used to successfully implement Karbon in 5 days

Co-Founder of AMLB CPAs and Consulting, Moez Bawania, CPA & CA, explains the journey he and his team took from becoming Karbon skeptics, to Karbon enthusiasts.

3 min read

Why using spreadsheets to manage your workflows is a terrible idea

If you’re serious about running a scalable and profitable accounting firm (and not lose your mind in the process), you need to ditch spreadsheets as a tool for workflow management.

4 min read

Hire slow, act fast

Ed Chan explains why you'll benefit from a slower, more thorough process when hiring for your accounting firm.

4 min read

You can't grow your accounting firm without an effective marketing strategy

You can't grow your accounting firm without inbound business. Here are some tips to generate the leads you need.

3 min read

Why you need an aligned team before scaling your accounting firm

Understand the power of team alignment on the journey to scaling your firm. Discover how to achieve it and the benefits of a truly aligned team.

4 min read

The 3 steps you need to master when hiring world-class talent

Hiring a world-class accounting team is one of your firm's most important mechanisms. Here are the 3 key elements you need to get right.

6 min read

The steps to take when a client says no to your services

Here are the questions you need to ask yourself when a client declines your accounting services.

4 min read

How to get the best out of your accounting staff

Ed Chan from Wize Mentoring explains the three principles you need to implement to get the best out of your accounting team.

3 min read

What is micro self-care and how could it boost your accounting team’s productivity?

Virtual fatigue can have serious implications on your accounting firm. Learn you can combat it with micro self-care to boost your team's productivity.

4 min read

Knowing your ideal client is essential for scaling your accounting firm

Discover why you need to deeply understand your ideal client if you want to successfully scale your accounting business.

4 min read

3 common objections clients have to accounting services, and how to address them

There is a common thread linking most reasons clients give when declining your services. Learn how you can master it.

3 min read

The importance of documenting your firm’s critical processes

Ian Vacin, Karbon CCO and Co-Founder, delves into why you need to document and standardize your internal processes if you are serious about scaling your accounting firm.

4 min read

How to remote-proof your accounting firm for the pandemic and beyond

Adam Hale from Summit CPA outlines the top eight things to consider when planning your remote workforce strategy for the long-term.

10 min read

How to overcome the negatives of working remotely

Working remotely has its own set of challenges—feeling isolated, becoming distracted and remaining physically active, just to name a few. Here are some strategies you can use to overcome them.

4 min read

How to boost revenue through repeatable advisory services

What exactly are repeatable advisory services, and how can they can help your firm?

5 min read

Karbon welcomes Joe Carufe

After more than five years as a Karbon customer, we are delighted that Joe Carufe is joining us as our Director of Services.

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5 key questions to ask before considering your accounting firm’s strategic plan

To build an effective strategic plan for your accounting firm, you need to ask yourself these tough questions.

4 min read

How to build an autonomous accounting firm culture

An autonomous team is a happier, more productive team. Here are the four key ingredients you need when fostering autonomy at your firm.

4 min read

3 ways to strengthen client relationships using Karbon

The firms using Karbon aren't the only beneficiaries of unparalleled visibility, centralized knowledge and customizable workflows—their clients are too. Learn how you can improve your client relationships with Karbon.

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Karbon’s values in action (part 1): Connectivity and openness

From hospitality to accounting: Amaka’s Martin Chee discusses how success transcends industry

Grow your accounting firm with these 6 tips for referrals

Announcing the 2022 ​​Karbon Excellence Award winners

The importance of local SEO to your accounting firm

Can AI put a stop to the year-end crunch? A conversation with Simon Langlois

Announcing: The first Karbon Customer Council

Finders, minders and grinders: Hiring tips and red flags for your accounting firm

How Karbon uses Slack: 10 tips for reclaiming sanity and productivity

Where to work, how to work, and taking back your time with Jeremy Hyman

The ironic yet motivating truth about imposter syndrome

Building a butterfly garden accounting firm with Chan & Naylor’s Ed Chan

AccountingWEB Live Summit 2022: Takeaways, actions and memorable quotes

Graceful mergers with Acuity’s Matthew May

Creativity from chaos: How accounting practices excelled in spite of COVID-19

Grow your accounting firm sustainably with the Prototype Components Model for Growth

MVPs, catapulting entrepreneurs, and remote work with Padgett and Accountingfly’s Jeff Phillips

The dating game: How to find the executive coach of your dreams

Documentation is already a critical part of your life. Here’s how to make the most of it.

Transparency and the ‘Great Reshuffling’ with Acuity’s Kenji Kuramoto

Accountex London 2022: Tips and tricks to get the most out of your visit

8 must-see sessions at AccountingWEB Live Summit 2022

3 reasons to refresh your accounting firm’s vision statement

Being more inclusive at your accounting firm with AICPA and CIMA’s Crystal Cooke

Accounting for crypto in the UK with Joe David from Myna and Nephos

Accounting, community, and coaching with Propeller Advisory’s Katie Bryan

What is transactional NPS (tNPS), and why is it important for your firm?

Standardization and value pricing are a match made in heaven. Here’s why.

How Karbon offset emissions, and what you can learn from our experience

The business case for offering carbon neutrality advisory at your accounting firm

How to help your clients become carbon neutral through advisory

Everything you need to know about becoming a carbon neutral accounting firm

Accounting lessons from drug dealing and cartels with Scott Scarano

8 reasons for client churn at accounting firms (plus prevention tips)

Coin toss term sheet-signings and AI in bookkeeping with Botkeeper’s Enrico Palmerino

How to position yourself as an accounting thought leader

3 reasons why standardizing your processes is a win for your clients

Introducing the Karbon Customer Council

Creating a lifestyle you love with Calmwaters Cloud Accounting’s Kellie Parks

Karbon’s first hackathon (the what, why and how)

4 reasons accounting leaders use My Week in Karbon to manage their workflow

Chasing sunsets and sales: accounting life from the road with Chad Davis

Do you need to hire? Or are your accounting firm’s processes inefficient?

3 critical pillars for a successful organizational restructure of your accounting firm

Ski lifts and strategic plans with flinder’s Alastair Barlow

Shorter meetings are more productive. Here’s why.

Top 18 accounting and bookkeeping podcasts in 2022

How to overcome 2 common workflow management challenges at your accounting firm

5 strategies to get client buy-in for your tech stack

This is how we fulfill our vision: The email I sent to all Karbon staff to kick off 2022

The two things that kill businesses with Check the Level’s Leeroy Beeby

How to get off on the right foot when measuring and boosting productivity

Eradicating ‘crappy PowerPoint disease’ with Tax Nuggets Academy’s Joyce Ong

What do an orchestra and an aligned accounting team have in common?

21 productivity tips that the team at Karbon actually use

Cash, cannabis, and client education with Moxy Accounting’s Katye Maxson-Landis

Boost morale by aligning your team to a common cause

Standardizing your processes doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here are 5 tips.

Timothy Munro from ChangeGPS on values, purpose, and the power of a phone call

8 tips to improve financial forecasts for your clients

$66million to give accounting firms the practice management solution they deserve

What social issues impacted the accounting industry the most in 2021 (and what that means for the future)

Why I start my day with Wordle (and why you should too)

It’s not just about numbers: business leadership for accountants with Future Firm’s Ryan Lazanis

What is ‘intrinsic motivation’ and how it can help you survive the Great Resignation, according to the experts

What is Finance-as-a-Service (and how to start offering it to your clients)?

How to attract and recruit the very best millennial accountants

Tips and ideas for developing a culture of innovation in your accounting firm

5 things every US accountant should know about cryptocurrency

Productive partnerships and community cultivation: a conversation with Thriveal’s Jason Blumer

Say hello to Sara Goepel, Karbon’s Chief Product Officer

How to keep your remote team engaged, supported and connected

The difference between firms that focus on their processes vs. those that don’t

How to grow profit by coaching your team to run high value client meetings

Announcing the 2022 Karbon Excellence Award winners