How to offer every service to every client without being pushy
At Success Tax Professionals, we see it every day: many small business owners work incredibly hard, but leave money on the table because they don’t maximise the services already available in their practice.
That’s where a structured approach to cross-selling and bundling comes in.
Why it matters
Cross-selling works because it:
- Increases average transaction value
- Meets more of your clients’ needs in one place
- Creates upsell opportunities into higher-value services
- Enhances perceived value of your firm
- Reduces competitor influence
Implementation Steps for Accountants
- Catalogue your services – make sure clients know you do more than compliance.
- Train your team – role-play how to recommend services naturally.
- Personalise recommendations – use client history to suggest relevant services.
- Create bundles – package services like tax planning + benchmarking + BAS review.
- Communicate clearly – in meetings, via email, or on your website.
- Monitor & optimise – track KPIs like service uptake and client satisfaction.
- Incentivise staff & clients – rewards, loyalty programs, and recognition.
- Promote consistently – highlight seasonal offers and share client success stories.
Example
A client comes in for their annual tax return.
A client comes in for their annual tax return.
- The accountant introduces a tax planning session and a business benchmarking review as a package.
- The client sees clear value and convenience in getting all their needs met under one roof.
- The firm increases revenue, deepens the relationship, and the client gets better outcomes.
At STP, we believe cross-selling is not about pushing, it’s about helping clients see the full picture of how you can support them.
More services delivered = stronger relationships, higher profits, and clients who won’t go elsewhere.
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