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Episode Synopsis
In episode 13 of Forest to Frame, Russ Vaagen discusses the impact of the post-COVID job market, the importance of aligning risk tolerance between business leaders and accountants, and the value of establishing strong systems and clear expectations within a team.Tune in for valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of staffing in the forest industry.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:35] Hiring challenges in accounting.[00:04:44] Risk tolerance in accounting.[00:10:40] Accounting expertise and cost efficiency.QUOTES“If you're in a business, you need to take some risks.”"I think that our job as leaders isn't to hold people back, but you want to have really great people."“I've seen more mistakes happen when somebody has tried to skimp on maybe the level of the person and their capabilities and experience versus getting it done right the first time.”SOCIAL MEDIA LINKSRuss VaagenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/russvaagen/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/russ.vaagen/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-vaagen-9246729/WEBSITEVaagen Timbers, LLC: https://vaagentimbers.com/
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