TfP 022. Developing Talent and Embracing Change
Summary
Erin Hartman interviews Cheryl Rohde of West Rohde and Roberts about her small firm’s audit specialization and staff development strategies. Rohde discusses investing in employee growth by sending staff to Engage for networking and AI training. She also highlights the value of PCPS networking groups for sharing best practices and recruiting through university partnerships. The conversation covers leveraging AI for efficiency and maintaining work-life balance to improve retention.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest background
Bringing staff to Engage: Investment in people
Setting expectations and software evaluation tasks
PCPS networking groups and peer support
Specializing in audit and staying in your lane
Staff retention, CPE, and work-life balance
Recruiting strategies and university partnerships
The impact of AI on auditing and efficiency
Future of the profession and closing remarks
Outro and legal disclaimer
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