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“Do you remember when I talked about people skills being the most important part of being an Accountant Melissa?” “Yes I do.” “Once you get that into your head, the next is getting to know your clients and their business. Regardless of what they do: manufacturing, services, government, or private sector, people have a passion for what they do, and you taking an honest interest in them, and their business is paramount to a good working relationship.” “I never imagined that as an Accountant, I would put on a pair of hard toe boots and a helmet, and learn everything there is to know about making ice, including the systems used to power the facility.” “But that’s precisely what an Accountant needs to do Melissa.” Excerpt from our book The Beancounter available on Amazon Kindle. Amazon.com: The Beancounter: The business student's guide to the real world eBook: Elliot CPA CGA, Daniel W: Kindle Store

A good leadership coach or business consultant will have same or similar transferable experiences, or take adequate time to learn your industry and its nuances. Get to know your coach or consultant, and make sure their first step is to get to know you!

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