{"product_id":"cookie-cutter-is-dead-building-a-recognizable-accounting-firm-in-the-age-of-ai-search-1-hr-cpe","title":"Cookie-Cutter Is Dead: Building a Recognizable Accounting Firm in the Age of AI Search - 1 Hr CPE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe accounting profession is entering a new era of digital visibility where traditional websites, generic messaging, and outdated marketing strategies are becoming less effective in an AI-driven search environment. As platforms like Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and other AI-powered discovery tools reshape how prospective clients find and evaluate firms, accounting professionals must rethink how they position and communicate their value online.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this one-hour course, presenters Lee Reams II and Rebekah Barton explore how AI search is changing the competitive landscape for tax and accounting firms and why differentiation, narrative-driven messaging, and trust-building digital experiences are becoming essential growth strategies. Participants will learn how “cookie-cutter” firm positioning contributes to commoditization, reduced visibility, and pricing pressure—and how firms can create stronger recognition, authority, and trust through strategic messaging and client-focused positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe course also examines the evolving role of websites as trust systems rather than static digital brochures, the growing importance of AI visibility signals, and practical approaches firms can use to improve online differentiation, referrals, and long-term growth potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis presentation is designed for CPAs and accounting professionals interested in practice growth, marketing strategy, client acquisition, and future-focused positioning in a rapidly evolving digital environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLEARNING OBJECTIVES\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter completing this course, participants will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentify how AI-powered search and discovery tools are changing client behavior and online visibility for accounting firms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognize the risks of generic firm positioning and commoditized marketing language.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplain the role of narrative-driven messaging in improving trust, memorability, and differentiation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluate the components of a modern digital trust system for accounting firms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribe practical strategies firms can use to improve visibility, positioning, and client engagement online.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Attend\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCPAs, EAs, tax professionals, accounting firm owners, partners, marketers, and practice managers interested in improving firm visibility, differentiation, and growth strategy in an AI-driven digital landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstructors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLee Thomas Reams II, Founder \u0026amp; CEO, CountingWorks, Inc.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA pioneer in AI-driven practice management, Lee has spent decades helping firms modernize marketing, communication, and workflow automation. As the visionary behind MAX AI and CountingWorks PRO, he brings deep insight into how professionals can harness AI to work smarter — not harder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRebekah Barton, \u003cspan\u003eChief Visibility Officer, \u003c\/span\u003eCountingWorks, Inc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA digital marketing and GEO strategist with over 15 years of experience, Rebekah helps tax and accounting firms increase visibility across both traditional search and emerging AI-driven platforms. She specializes in AI content systems, SEO and GEO search, narrative positioning, and scalable marketing strategies that help firms grow smarter in a rapidly changing digital landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourse Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"415\" style=\"width: 113.929%; height: 415px;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"148\" style=\"width: 26.3754%;\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"481\" style=\"width: 73.301%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInformation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgram Level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eField of Study\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialized Knowledge \/ Practice Management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCredit Hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Hour CPE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelivery Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGroup Internet-Based\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCPE Eligibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 37.375px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCPAs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 57.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 57.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 57.875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor refund, complaint, or cancellation policies, contact our office at 1-800-384-1101.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course qualifies for NASBA continuing professional education credit. 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