Sam Allred is a qualified CPA and founder of Upstream Academy. He has been regularly recognized as one of the major influencers in the accounting profession and has been listed as one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting and as one of IPA’s Most Recommended Consultants. He is one of the most sought-after speakers in the accounting profession and is viewed as one of their top strategic thinkers. Selected shownotes:

What accounting firms and leaders need to do to be more strategic in their vision

The definition of goals for professionals at all levels in accounting firms

The importance of a 'stretch' element in goal setting for accounting professionals

The reasons why most accountants set the wrong goals or no goals in their firm

The difference between objectives, standards, goals, expectations and visions

The danger of too many goals and the optimum number for more likely execution

The biggest problem of poorly defined or vague goals for accounting leaders

Why accountability is vital for proper execution of goals for accountants in practice

The role of KPIs or Key Performance Indicators for accountants in setting and reporting on goals

How mile-markers or milestones work in ensuring your goals are achieved

How core values differ from goals and can be mistaken for goals in accounting firms

Why goals without detail and specifics set accounting professionals up for failure

Defining strategy in terms of what you say 'yes' and 'no' to in exerting time and effort

The best places for your goals to live if you want the best chance of achieving them

Tips for prioritising goals and initiatives so you know what's truly important

The biggest mistake accounting leaders make when setting goals for themselves and others

Top tips for setting and achieving significant goals for accounting professionals and leaders.

Sam and his wife, Marlene, live outside of Park City, Utah. His hobbies include spending time with his family, fly fishing and golf. Sam and Marlene have seven children. Contact him here:

http://upstreamacademy.com/ (Website)