Accountable

NEXT Practices -- Not BEST Practices with Karl Ahlrichs

David R. Peters

When it comes to unclogging the CPA pipeline, Karl Ahlrichs (an HR professional and thought leader who's also bilingual in accounting) doesn't believe you  should emulate tried-and-true best practices. In a world that's seemingly evolving at the speed of light, you should instead point your attention to what's next -- from hiring practices to upskilling the staff you have.

Episode Highlights

  • Defining 'Best' vs. 'Next' practices (03:33)
  • 'Next' practices as they relate to hiring (15:03)
  • Halting high-performer turnover (22:47)
  • How hiring the wrong people harms morale (32:02)
  • Given recent Great Recession data, does organizational loyalty still exist? (37:20)

To learn more about Karl and his work, visit ExpertSpeaks