Entrepreneurial strategies for practice success
The 'Entrepreneurship in Practice' program for 2025-2026 features five interactive sessions equipping SMPs with practical strategies for growth and sustainability. Industry experts share actionable insights and real-world experiences to help you navigate today's evolving accountancy landscape.
Upcoming sessions:
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Wednesday, 25 June 2025, 10AM BST
This transformative session focuses on expanding beyond traditional accounting services to become a true business catalyst for SME clients.
Participants will explore concrete strategies for identifying and developing new high-value advisory services, from cash flow forecasting and strategic planning to business performance optimisation.
The session will cover practical frameworks for service packaging, pricing strategies, and effective client communication approaches. Through real-world case studies, practitioners will learn how successful firms have transitioned from compliance-focused services to strategic advisory roles.
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Tuesday, 9 September 2025, 10AM BST
This interactive session explores how entrepreneurial practitioners can harness digital innovation to transform both their own practices and support their clients' digital evolution.
The session will deep dive into emerging technologies including AI, automation tools, and practice management solutions, while addressing critical considerations around data security and system integration.
Live audience participation will shape discussions around common challenges and solutions in both practice and client digital transformation. Participants will learn how to evaluate technology solutions, manage implementation risks, and position themselves as digital transformation advisors to their SME clients.
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Tuesday, 7 October 2025, 10AM BST
In this engaging webinar with employers we'll explore innovative strategies to attract and retain the next generation of talent in the practice profession.
We'll discuss the evolving expectations of young professionals, the importance of fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture, and the role of technology in modernising accounting firms.
Additionally, we will examine the key trends highlighted in ACCA's Global Talent Trends Report, including hybrid working, diversity and inclusion, mental health, and the impact of economic pressures on talent attraction and retention.
Attendees will gain insights into effective recruitment techniques, mentorship programmes, and career development opportunities that resonate with today's aspiring accountants.
Join us to learn how to build a future-ready workforce that drives growth and innovation in your organisation.
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Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 10AM BST
This forward-thinking session positions sustainability as a key driver of practice growth and innovation. Participants will discover how to develop comprehensive sustainability consulting services while integrating sustainable practices into their own operations.
The session will cover practical frameworks for ESG reporting, carbon footprint assessment, and sustainability advisory tailored to SME needs. Practitioners will learn how to identify sustainability-related opportunities, develop service methodologies, and help clients navigate increasingly complex sustainability requirements.
Real-world examples will demonstrate how firms can build expertise in industry-specific sustainability metrics and compliance requirements.
On-demand sessions:
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This session took place on 20 May 2025.
This wellbeing-focused session brings together a diverse panel of practitioners to explore the critical role of peer support in practice leadership.
Panelists will share personal stories of navigating leadership challenges, revealing key moments when peer relationships made a significant difference in their professional journey. The discussion will examine how peer connections can help address the unique pressures of running an accounting practice, the importance of self-care as a business strategy, and practical approaches to building professional communities that go beyond traditional networking.
Participants will discover how maintaining wellbeing through peer support directly impacts decision-making, team leadership, and long-term practice sustainability, with insights applicable across different cultural contexts and practice environments.
