For accountants, and most any professional for that matter, the need to be recognized as an expert in their field, coupled with a sophisticated referral generation strategy, is required to create a steady stream of new high-quality well-paying clients.

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"Certifications are especially beneficially when coupled with an appropriate number of years of experience in the field that you work, " Botha says.

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