I’m Heather Townsend, author of Poised for Partnership and co-author of How to Make Partner & Still Have a Life. I’m the leading global expert in what it takes to move from senior fee earner to partner . I created the How to Make Partner website and Progress to Partner Academy to help lawyers, accountants and consultants like you to realise that you need stop waiting patiently to get noticed, take control of your own career progression to get noticed as “one to watch” for partner-track and beyond in your firm.
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The 5 people you need in your corner if you want to make it to partner
Read any article or book on progressing your career and inevitably you will be told the benefits of having a career mentor. And I totally agree. A mentor for your career is essential if you want to make it to partner. But, making it to partner in a professional services firm is NOT like getting…
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6 tips to get back in touch with people you’ve lost touch with
Getting back in touch with people is something that many of us find difficult; regardless of the reason that we want to reach out, it seems that the longer we leave it, the harder it gets. This is true for your personal circle and also for your business network too. Even with understanding the value…
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The 3 questions your Business Case for partnership needs to answer if you are to be successful
If you want to make partner (or even director in some firms) you will need a persuasive Business Case. After all, not many partnerships are prepared to give up a slice of their profits to someone who is just a ‘good pair of hands’ or a trusted team member. The problem is that no one…
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2 ways to get promoted fast to manager in your accountancy firm
Once you get that promotion to manager, you see so many doors open. Suddenly, the prospect of becoming a partner is very real. Even if, as a CPA, you decide to opt-out of public accounting, management experience will significantly help with your career advancement prospects in business and industry. So how do you get that…
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The lowdown on how to ask for and get a decent pay rise
Hang on a minute! You can actually ask for a pay rise? So many accountants, lawyers and consultants in practice think they can’t ask for a pay rise, but sometimes it’s a conversation you need to have. Given that so many firms have put in place pay freezes, pay cuts and recruitment freezes, there is…
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The missing ingredient in why we struggle to make the time for business development
It’s too hard! I don’t know where to start! How to find the time for business development? I’m a good technician…I won’t do it. Sound familiar? If I am honest, the biggest thing that holds so many great lawyers, accountants and consultants from progressing their career is knowing how to find the time for business…
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How to use social media to find your next role (8 not-so-secret tips!)
Social media has long been a great way to increase your profile and get recognised. Social media can also help you to find your next job if you’re a lawyer, accountant or consultant. Building a strong online presence is crucial if you work in a professional service firm. If you’re looking for a new role,…
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A definitive guide to job hunting for lawyers, accountants, and consultants (part 2)
For lawyers, accountants, and consultants looking for a new role, this article shows you how to job search effectively. In part 1, we covered two key lessons: always have a plan and get over rejections quickly. In part 2, I’ll show you how to leverage your social network and the importance of understanding recruitment agencies….
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A definitive guide to job hunting for lawyers, accountants, and consultants (part 1)
. For lawyers, accountants, and consultants looking for a new role, this article shows you how to job hunt effectively. In part 1, Icover two key lessons: always have a plan and get over rejections quickly. I’m Heather Townsend, author of Poised for Partnership and co-author of How to Make Partner & Still Have a…
