CPDStore Ireland

9th May, 10:00

Price Rise Opportunities for Irish Firms

Speaker: Des O’Neill - OmniPro

In 2024 OmniPro conducted a price benchmarking survey for Irish Firms. Almost 400 firms participated in this survey and the results were clear. There is a huge opportunity for the vast majority of Irish Accounting Businesses to raise their prices.

In this energised and fast paced session Des O’Neill looks at the key findings of the 2024 Price Benchmarking Survey. He will explore the opportunity for Irish firms to raise their prices and looks at the practical steps that accounting firms can take to raise their prices without losing clients.

Des O’Neill will cover the following topics during this webinar:

• The Key Findings of the Irish Benchmarking Survey
• Benchmarking your Firm and identifying undercharging and price rise opportunities
• The Psychology of Pricing accounting, tax and bookkeeping services
• Raising prices for new clients
• Raising prices for existing clients By Attending this session, you will:

• Understand where your firm’s pricing is in comparison to your peers
• Identify fee increase opportunities where your prices are too low, the opportunity to provide more services to existing clients and generating the fees you deserve by charging for everything you do.
• Create your firm’s new pricing menu which will create internal clarity for you and your team and your clients.
• Learn how to use pricing discrimination to create space and time to provide better service to your existing best clients and attract better new clients.
• Be able to have structured pricing conversations that strengthen relationships with the clients you want to keep.
• Improve profitability in a way that benefits you, your business, your team and your customers.

This session will be of most interest to firm owners, partner designates and senior team members involved in face to face client interactions and pricing and billing activities for new and existing clients.

Course Level: Advanced / Need to Know

9th May, 11:00

Leadership Quest

Speaker: Maura Dolan - LECI

A Quest is a journey, Module 1 we explore the competencies and qualities that contribute towards effective leadership and how effective leadership enhances performance.

We explore what do good leaders do, the link between leadership and emotional intelligence and how do Leaders support their team to enhance performance.

In this webinar Maura Dolan will cover the following topics;

• Definition of leadership
• Who are the best leaders?
• Relevance of Emotional Intelligence to Leadership
• Five Behaviours of Cohesive Teams and Leaders
• Action plan to enhance your leadership behaviours.

By attending this session, you will enhance your ability to better manage teams, increase your ability to retain and motivate staff and build more cohesive teams.

The session is relevant to those who wish to further enhance their non-technical skills and support their teams to work in a collaborative and cohesive culture.

Course level: Foundation

9th May, 12:00

Employment Law Update 2024 with Caroline Reidy

Speaker: Caroline Reidy – The HR Suite

This course is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the key updates and recent changes in employment legislation.

In this session Caroline Reidy will cover the following topics:

Key HR Updates for 2024

• Statutory Sick Pay
• The Right to Request Remote Working
• The Right to Request Flexible Working
• Time off for Medical Purposes
• Domestic Violence Leave
• Protected Disclosures
• Tips & Gratuities
• Bullying and Harassment Code of Practice
WRC Compliance and Claims

• Key trends
• Basic Compliance Areas

This session will be of most interest to Business Owners, HR, Leaders, Staff

Course level: Intermediate

9th May, 13:30

Dealing With Stress and Overwhelm

Speaker: Edel Walsh – Edel Walsh Coaching & Consulting

In today's fast-paced world where we are always “on”, stress and overwhelm is having a significant impact on our physical and mental well-being.

In today's fast-paced world where we are always “on”, stress and overwhelm is having a significant impact on our physical and mental well-being.

Attending this webinar on dealing with stress and overwhelm, it will provide you with a valuable opportunity to gain insights, practical strategies, and support in navigating these challenges.

By learning effective stress management techniques and mindfulness practices, participants can empower themselves to better manage stressors and find a greater sense of balance and resilience in their lives.

In this session Edel Walsh will cover the following topics;

• Understanding Stress
• Our stress system
• Fight, flight and freeze.
• The effects of stress

• Managing Stress at Work
• Common causes of workplace stress
• Managing your mental state at work

• Managing Stress in the Moment
• Mindfulness practices to managing stress in the moment.

• Stress Management Tools
• Challenging our thoughts
• Challenging our beliefs

• Stress and building resilience
• Relationship between stress and resilience
• Building resilience

By attending this session, you will understand the bodies stress system and the impact that too much stress has on your physical and mental well-being.

You will learn effective stress management techniques, mindfulness practices, and resilience-building strategies to help reduce your stress levels.

Course Level: Foundation

9th May, 14:30

EU AI Act - Implications for Implementers

Speaker: Stuart Anderson - XpertDPO

The new EU AI Act will implement regulatory requirements on users of AI systems. Join this session to learn more about your obligations under the EU AI Act.

Stuart Anderson will cover the following topics during this presentation:

• What is the EU AI Act?
• Does this overlap with any other EU regulations?
• What does this mean for my organisation?
• What are the possible penalties for non-compliance?
• Where do I start?

By attending this session, you will understand what the EU AI Act means for your organisation and what obligations you must observe when implementing AI systems within your organisation.

Course Level: Need to Know

8th May, 15:30

Unlocking Growth: The Crucial Role of Accountants in Providing Funding Advisory Services

Speaker: Andrea Reynolds, Conor Vallely – Swoop

Discover how you, as an accountant, can expand your client services portfolio and bring greater value to your clientele in an ever-evolving business landscape. Our upcoming webinar focuses on the pivotal role accountants play in offering funding advisory services to businesses striving for growth.

In this session, we'll delve into essential insights and practical strategies to help you become a trusted financial advisor, guiding your clients towards securing the capital necessary for their aspirations.

Andrea Reynolds and Conor Vallely will cover the following topics during this session:

• The significance of funding advisory services in today's economic climate.
• Tailored funding options and sources to meet diverse client needs.
• Strategies for aligning funding advice with clients' long-term goals.
• Leveraging technology and tools to streamline the funding process and enhance client satisfaction.
• Overcoming common challenges in funding advisory.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey in accounting, this webinar provides invaluable knowledge to elevate your practice and make a meaningful impact for your clients. Join us and unlock new avenues for growth and distinction in your firm.

Course Level: Intermediate