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9 ways agencies can reduce churn and strengthen client retention

Is your customer churn rate stopping you from growing your agency? In an industry where most agencies have a relatively small number of customers, loyalty is incredibly important. Unfortunately, there are all sorts of ways that customer experience and satisfaction can suffer. Potential causes of customer churn include poor customer service, inattention to customer needs, and a weak onboarding process.

What is a sales project manager? (And how to become one)

Do you love crushing sales goals and being part of new development? Are you the type of person who wants to make a direct contribution to the agency you work for? If you answered an enthusiastic “YES” to these questions, a sales project manager position may be right up your alley. For projects to succeed, they need strong leaders to manage timelines, work well with teams, and solve problems that could impact the deliverable. This role isn’t for everybody.

10 Work Innovation Summit takeaways to unlock AI's potential

For many of us, the way we work is broken. But the combined power of humans and AI offers a potential solution. At The Work Innovation Summit, we explored the potential for AI to transform the way we work. The event highlighted the magic that unfolds when AI—rather than adding to the work pile—alleviates repetitive tasks and allows humans to channel their ingenuity, empathy, and passion into purposeful, meaningful work.

What is workforce analytics? A clear and simple guide

Workforce analytics is the process of gathering employee time and activity data and reviewing it to find ways of increasing productivity and improving engagement. That means it’s crucial for analyzing performance, spotting trends, and making data-driven improvements. It’s also essential for effective human capital management (HCM).

6 surprising ways remote work helps you save costs

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated a shift to hybrid and remote work that many business leaders saw as inevitable. There’s a lot of data about the uptake and effectiveness of ‘going remote’, and the message is overwhelmingly positive. But we’re focused on reducing costs. So let’s zero in on the costs and benefits of remote work.

Navigating the new normal: How executives envision the workplace in 2026

The lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped how businesses and their leaders think about the workplace. As we look to the horizon, the year 2026 has become a focal point for many executives, marking a time when they anticipate a definitive stance on office-based working. Based on a recent report from The Times, the forecasted workplace model seems to lean towards a full return to the office.

Change management in the AI age: How to sidestep common mistakes

In this thrilling era of artificial intelligence (AI), we’re not just witnessing a technological evolution; we’re at the brink of a human revolution. The promise of AI is dazzling, offering gains in efficiency and productivity. But too many leaders are racing towards a future without giving enough thought to change management in the AI era.

AI's impact on the accounting industry

Liam Martin & Nick Sinclair discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the accounting industry. While some fear job losses, they foresee an evolution where roles are elevated with a greater emphasis on soft skills like communication and customer service. Nick underscores TOA Global's approach: training accountants to harness AI tools developed by others, instead of competing against them.

What is human-centric AI? A critical, empathetic approach to technology

In the race to implement new and cutting-edge AI tools, many organizations are overlooking a crucial component—the humans that use them. To get the most out of AI, employees need to be able to engage with it first. This concept is what we call "human-centric AI"—the idea that AI should be a partner to employees, not a replacement.