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Unlocking Your Inner Advisor
By Shane Lukas, Managing Director, AVN Let’s face it, “business advisor” sounds daunting. It conjures images of high-powered suits in boardrooms, wielding PowerPoint decks thicker than your arm. But here’s the secret: you already hold the key to unlocking that advisor within. Forget the intimidating jargon and abstract strategies. Think of advisory services as an…
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Award winning accountants share their stories
What does it take to be an award winning accountant? Find out in this very special issue of The Navigator, the magazine for AVN members. We interviewed the winning firms in the 2023 AVN Most Inspiring Accountants Awards to learn what they did to overcome their critical challenges. And reading the interviews is a really…
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Starting an accountancy practice: 3 big mistakes to avoid
By Shane Lukas, Managing Director AVN Starting an accountancy practice is exciting, isn’t it? At last you’re your own boss! You get to choose who you work with, the kinds of services you provide, the technology you use. In fact you get to choose everything, from the name over the door to the biscuits in…
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2023 AVN Most Inspiring Accountant Award – the winner!
We are delighted to announce the winner of the 2023 AVN Most Inspiring Accountant Award is… MDH Accountants! Managing Director Michael Hemme is no stranger to winning. This is the third time he’s picked up the top prize in the AVN Awards, after winning in 2017 and 2019 (sharing it jointly with Beyond The Numbers…
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Asking the right questions
Why you don’t need to know all the answers to deliver advisory By Jenny Lukas, AVN Practice Growth Expert Accountants have long been known for their expertise with the numbers. However, as the profession evolves, many accountants are now offering advisory services to their clients. While it may seem that you need to have all…
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Unlocking the Power of Knowledge: Menopause in the Workplace
In today’s dynamic and diverse workforce, the acknowledgment of various life stages is a vital component of promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment. Menopause, a significant milestone in a woman’s life, often goes unnoticed and undiscussed within workplace settings. However, it is high time that we recognise the importance of knowledge about menopause and…
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2023 AVN Most Inspiring Accountant Award – finalists announced!
The 2023 AVN Most Inspiring Accountant Award is here! Across 7 categories, the AVN Most Inspiring Accountant Award showcases the AVN member firms who have stepped up to support their clients, develop their team, advance their own firm and be all round amazing at what they do. Each category winner has demonstrated continuous improvement and…
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AVN: supporting accountants for 25 years
By Shane Lukas, Managing Director AVN Back in 1998, Steve Pipe lit a beacon in the accounting world. He envisioned a world where accountants weren’t just crunching numbers but actively shaping their clients’ futures. It was ground breaking; and from that spark, AVN was born. Over the years, our journey has been nothing short of…
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The power of vision
Why Having a Clear Direction Matters By Kerry Riley, AVN Practice Growth Expert In the journey of life, having a vision is like having a compass that guides us through uncharted waters. It is the North Star that keeps us focused, motivated, and moving forward with purpose. Whether in personal endeavours, career pursuits, or even…
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Optimising your work environment
How your work environment can unlock productivity, creativity and well-being By Kerry Riley, AVN Practice Growth Expert The physical environment you work in plays a significant role in your overall well-being, productivity, and job satisfaction. Whether you’re working from home or in the office, paying attention to the space you’re in has many benefits. Productivity…
