Out of deadline mode: A post tax season reset

After deadline season, it's tempting to move on and forget what didn't work — but this is the best time to make changes while the lessons are still fresh.   In this episode, April Walker is joined by Nancy McClelland, owner of The Dancing Accountant, to discuss small, realistic practice changes that can dramatically reduce tax-season stress. From shifting annual tasks to year‑round workflows and setting clear client expectations to using technology that streamlines document collection and follow-up, Nancy shares practical strategies that help tax pros protect their time, teams and sanity — without overhauling everything at once.   Questions answered in this episode:  What's one practical change you can make right now that will noticeably improve next tax season? How can shifting "annual" work to monthly or year‑round workflows reduce deadline-season pressure? What are effective ways to set client expectations and boundaries — without damaging the relationship? How can technology reduce document-chaos, missing information and the constant chase for "one last form"? How do you define (and refine) your ideal client profile so you're working with clients you actually enjoy? AICPA resources ENGAGE 2026 conference session: How to Align Your Bookkeeper and Tax Accountant for Financial Success Optimizing your tax practice Reimagining your tax practice Tax Communities on Engage365 Other resources   She Counts   Ask a CPA - Nancy's YouTube channel   Keep your finger on the pulse of the dynamic and evolving tax landscape with insights from tax thought leaders in the AICPA Tax Section. The <span style= "font-family: '