Rick Kelo – Using the Internet for Social Service

With the rise of the technological age, new industries and forms of communication have emerged that are constantly shifting our political and social landscape. The introduction of social media, online blogging, and mobile applications have changed the way in which business, politics, and education are all done in this country, just to name a few. For industry leaders, it is important to establish an online presence in order to get ahead in their businesses and respective niches. The power of social media and spreading your message through the internet is that it is not bound by any geographic limitations, and that it can be instantly accessed, then disseminated, by anyone around the world and at any time. This is why individuals, departments, and even entire firms are dedicated to developing the online reputations and presence of individuals and their businesses. However, the reality is that any individual with access to a functional computer and an internet hook up can make their voice heard on the world wide web.

For Rick Kelo, using online presence as socialservice was the primary motivation for his personal website. He is a financial expert and writes articles particularly related to the state of the United States economy. Not only does he write about solid facts and events that are going on in our country, he also injects his own particular point of view as a classical liberalist. Compared to many other financial experts in the country, he is miles ahead in terms of using the internet and social media to get his word out there. Of course, having a digital presence is not important for everyone. Many people, especially those in older generations, either do not feel that using social media is beneficial to their career or that it is too complicated. This gives a large advantage to those, regardless of generation, who have embraced the technological revolution and are using it to their advantage.

In fact, embracing this rise in the use of technology is beneficial in many ways because it gives a voice to individuals around the world regardless of their background. Everyone in our society has access to computers and the internet and they can be used as tools of empowerment. For Rick Kelo, the outspoken blogger questioning the modern age, the internet allows him to post his views as a financial expert and share his opinion without having to be elected into some form of public office.

Rick Kelo – On Listening as a Leadership Quality

Leadership is arguably the most talked about quality when it comes to business, especially in international or countrywide organizations. Articles, books, movies, and even entire blogs are devoted to the concept of leadership and many of them agree on a few skills as being crucial in effectively leading others. For example, leaders must be strong in their conviction, they must understand the strength and weaknesses of their employees, and they must set an example for the type of behavior and work ethic they expect from their employees. However, one of the least talked about skills in leadership is listening. Any employer will admit that listening is a valuable quality. But if you press them on the specifics of the characteristic, they will likely struggle to explain how listening relates to leading others and generate results. Nonetheless, some of the most important leaders of our time were truly great listeners.

High-level professionals are quick to share their leadership experiences and thoughts, such as Rick Kelo on Quora, who shares articles, quotes, and videos about his experiences a financial recruiter and expert at TaxScout. As a professional recruiter, listening on all levels is crucial to his professional success because he must be intimately familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of the individuals he is trying to place in companies around the country, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of the companies themselves. That is why listening is such an important quality in leadership. It keeps leaders from allocating tasks and responsibilities to individuals unsuited for the job.

In business it is key to use your resources wisely, and one’s employees and colleagues are the most valuable assets that a company and executive has at their disposal. There is nothing more detrimental to a company than wasted talent and there is nothing more frustrating for an employee than being given responsibilities that you are unable to handle.

Rick Kelo, a leader on level, has years of experience in human resources and team building. This experience has given him the opportunity to develop his skills as a leader. Because of this, his company TaxScout has one of the highest retention rates of any financial recruitment firm in the country, 70%, nearly double the national standard. This track record is all due to TaxScout’s pool of leaders who specialize in listening and understanding the needs of their clients and reflects the company’s high standards of excellence.

Richard Arthur Kelo Answers Why You Need a Tax Professional

Why should you use a firm like TaxScout for all your tax professional needs? My name is Rick Kelo, and I am an Executive Recruiter for TaxScout, the largest executive placement firm in the country for tax professionals. We know how to find a fully vetted professional to suit your company’s unique needs. 

First, and one of the most important points, is the person must match your company culture. They should be able to explain intricate tax information in an easy to understand manner. After all, they are the tax expert, you are the business owner. Their job is to take the tax worries away from you, so you can focus on your day to day business needs.

Secondly, does your company have a specific area of expertize? If so, your tax professional should be highly proficient in this arena. Real estate professionals have tax implications different from those of financial institutions, and your tax professional will be well versed in the language that best suits you, and ultimately saves you and your company money. If you would like a professional whose portfolios include companies similar to yours, TaxScout can find that person. It is also helpful to find a professional who is adept in working with small, medium or large companies. 

It goes without saying your tax professional must have the proper certification for your state and federal licenses. It is difficult to find a tax professional who is not experienced in filing taxes, but you must find someone who is comfortable communicating with the Internal Revenue Service. Communication is not a one time mission when it comes to the IRS. Your tax professional must be persistent, confident and adept at explaining the situation in many different ways in order to best represent you and your company. In the event of an audit, your professional must have prior expertise. You don’t want them to learn about audits using your company as their case study! It is always beneficial to ask for their rate of success. Have they represented legal cases with the IRS, and what was their success rate in handling those cases? 

 If it seems daunting to find, interview, hire and retain the ideal tax professional, you are right. That is why using TaxScouts would alleviate that concern. I take pride in my commitment to my companies, and I continue once the hiring process is finalized. For more information, follow Rick Kelo on MSNBC.