{"id":11954,"date":"2025-03-19T14:39:32","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T03:39:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smithink.com\/?post_type=recording&#038;p=11954"},"modified":"2025-03-19T14:39:35","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T03:39:35","slug":"how-to-organise-your-training-program","status":"publish","type":"recording","link":"https:\/\/smithink.com\/recording\/how-to-organise-your-training-program\/","title":{"rendered":"How to organise your training program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-vimeo wp-block-embed-vimeo wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to organise your training program\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1067191414?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Training has never been more important with resource shortages and remote teams. More often than not, critical attention is not given to critical components of a training program. This session will consider components of an effective training program to ensure that the team is equipped to produce quality work as efficiently as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Presented By:<\/strong><br>David Smith, Smi<em>think<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Takeaways:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Build a Smarter Training Program for Your Accounting Firm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most firms deliver some form of training\u2014usually focused on tax and technical knowledge. But a truly effective program develops your team across six essential areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1: Tax and Accounting Technical Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep your team up to date with legislation, issues, and case studies. Tiered sessions ensure relevance for both senior staff and junior team members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2: IT and Software Skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Go beyond initial onboarding. Short, practical sessions help staff get more from the tools they use every day and improve overall efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3: Process Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Reinforce how work is done in your firm. Regular training helps reduce bad habits, ensures consistency, and creates space for <a href=\"https:\/\/smithink.com\/recording\/how-to-re-engineer-your-processes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">process improvement.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4: Product and Service Awareness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure your team understands the full range of services your firm offers\u2014so they can identify opportunities to support clients more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5: Personal Development<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Support <a href=\"https:\/\/smithink.com\/2023\/10\/09\/soft-skills-the-future-for-successful-accountants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">soft skills<\/a> such as communication, leadership, and time management. Stronger individuals lead to stronger teams and better client relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6: Policy and Compliance Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Help your team stay informed about employment policies, workplace expectations, and how to respond if issues arise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Elements of a Successful Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Regular, short-format sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team involvement in delivering training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A published calendar with clear ownership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feedback loops through performance and end-of-job reviews<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need support building or refining your training program?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Smi<em>think<\/em> works with accounting firms to create tailored, practical training programs that lift the team&#8217;s capability and performance. <a href=\"https:\/\/smithink.com\/contact-smithink\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get in touch if you would like to find out more.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":11482,"template":"","meta":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.6 - 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