In episode 13 of Forest to Frame, Russ Vaagen discusses the impact of the post-COVID job market, the importance of aligning risk tolerance between business leaders and accountants, and the value of establishing strong systems and clear expectations within a team.

Tune in for valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of staffing in the forest industry.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:35] Hiring challenges in accounting.

[00:04:44] Risk tolerance in accounting.

[00:10:40] Accounting expertise and cost efficiency.

QUOTES

• “If you're in a business, you need to take some risks.”
• "I think that our job as leaders isn't to hold people back, but you want to have really great people."
• “I've seen more mistakes happen when somebody has tried to skimp on maybe the level of the person and their capabilities and experience versus getting it done right the first time.”

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WEBSITE

Vaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/