The Twilight Zone of Growing Old by Tony Rose
My birthday is next month. I’m not telling you this because I’m fishing for your birthday wishes, though I certainly wouldn’t be opposed to them! That said, what is on my mind more is this… When…
Three Strategies for Creating a More Honest Culture by Tony Rose
The ability to confront brutal facts can make or break a business. But how do we do that while still respecting the varying perspectives of different players, including partners? This came up for me because my…
On the Record As: A Hero to My Partners by Tony Rose
Think back to the heroes in your life. I bet you can name a few. I know I can: Dan Sullivan inspired me to think in different ways using elegantly simple tools to approach complex issues…
What the “Charge of the Light Brigade” Can Teach Us About Structural Capital by Tony Rose
In 1854 during the Crimean war, a British commander intended to send a light cavalry brigade to prevent Russians from removing guns from defeated Turkish positions. Called the “Light-Brigade,” this cavalry was well-prepared and suited to…
About “The Road Less Stupid” by Tony Rose
"Don’t let what your competition is doing influence your decisions. You can’t erect a fence to keep the competition out. Besides, they do stupid things sometimes too." This is a quote from a book I’m reading…
Five Questions That Will Help You Find Your Pixie Dust by Tony Rose
One of the most important pieces of advice that I offer as an accountant is this: the financial output of your company is dependent upon the richness of your structural, social, human, and intellectual capital. This…
About “Leap Launch! A Tribute to Entrepreneurs” by Tony Rose
"To all those who have taken the entrepreneurial leap. This book is a tribute to you.” This is the dedication in Gino Wickman’s forthcoming book, Leap, and it gives me the chills—in a good way. There…
Setting Outcomes Versus Setting Goals by Tony Rose
Michael Bernoff is correct: Setting outcomes is more productive than setting goals. Here's the difference: An outcome describes what you want to have happen whereas a goal is what you want to do. This works for…
IN DEFENSE OF EMPLOYEES by Tony Rose
I recently had a talk with Amy Bruske, the president of Kolbe Corp, about the meaning of entrepreneurship. Bruske has observed three types of folks, all of whom are necessary in a business: entrepreneurs, business owners,…
Tax Rhetoric v Tax Reform
In recent weeks, President Trump’s administration published its tax reform goals, which resulted in much discussion and little clarity. The goals, which have not yet been translated into bills, would double most people’s standard deduction, eliminate…
Eric Swenson on HR: Evolve or Die
Eric Swenson, Founder and Managing Director of our sister company, RSJ/Swenson, is an author, speaker, and consultant who works with businesses throughout the United States and Canada to train and improve management and develop professional talent…
“Five Eyes on the Fence: Human Capital” Featured on RBI Website
RSJ founding partner Tony Rose is not just an experienced accountant, he is also the author of two books: "Say Hello the Elephants" and "Five Eyes on the Fence." His thesis that a business's success must…
Tony Rose Quoted in “Your Client’s Taxes Under Trump”
Private Wealth Magazine writer Carol J. Clouse spoke with founding partner Tony Rose for her article "Your Client's Taxes Under Trump." If you've been curious about how our 45th President's economic plans will affect those who…
The Five Capitals – A Cheat Sheet
The success or failure of a business lays in understanding the potential and actual consequences of more than financial capital.
Micro Promises
Most of us keep our big promises, but all too often, we make tons of tiny little “micro-promises” that we either never keep.
Jake Jacobs Named One of the Valley Top 200
RSJ Senior Partner, Jake Jacobs featured as one of the Top 200 Advisors of the year by San Fernando Valley Business Journal.
“Quadrant Two: Solutions” Appears in September 2014 Issue of Business World
RSJ Partner Tony Rose’s article was featured in the September 2014 issue of “Business World,” published by Russell Bedford International. This is the second of four articles to be presented in conjunction with his first book,…
President-Elect Trump’s Impact on Your Taxes
While some are happy and some are protesting the election of Donald Trump as our next president, one thing is certain: Changes will be made to the tax and business climate. Many are speculating about what might happen, but no one really knows what President-Elect Trump's administration or the Congress will propose and will pass.
Important Information About Recent IRS Notices
To Our Valued Clients, Over the last few days we have received IRS notices for clients proposing unpaid taxes, penalties and possible failure to file assessments. Due to the volume of notices we received, we investigated…
Feature: Kira Masteller
Kira Masteller is not only a well respected Estate Planning attorney, she is also the president of the San Fernando Valley Bar Association.