3 Interview Hacks to Hire Accounting All-Stars w/ Mark Herschberg

In this episode of Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger Knecht welcomes Mark Herschberg, author of “The Career Toolkit,” to discuss essential skills for success, effective hiring processes, and the importance of career planning. They explore key skills like communication, negotiation, and leadership, offering actionable insights for both employers and employees in the accounting profession. 

Key Takeaways:

• 💡 Identify and assess key skills beyond technical abilities, such as communication, teamwork, and leadership, during the hiring process.

• 🤝 Negotiate effectively by adopting a win-win mindset, expanding the pie for mutual benefit, and understanding your BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement).

• 🌱 Support employee career development by fostering open conversations, recognizing that career paths may diverge, and providing opportunities for skill enhancement.

• 🗣️ Define required communication skills specifically (written, verbal, presentation) in job descriptions and assess them accordingly during interviews.

• ⚖️ Distinguish between leadership and management, understanding that leadership sets the vision while management focuses on tactical execution.

Featured Quotes:

• Mark Herschberg: “Nobody ever managed men into battle.”

• Mark Herschberg: “Jobs are short, careers are long.”

• Mark Herschberg: “You don’t negotiate against someone. You negotiate with someone because the two of you together are crafting a deal that you both want and find better than not having a Take Action:

Conclusion:

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