Work styles are changing… you need to be nimble

Adrian Rasmussen • October 30, 2015

Work styles are changing… you need to be nimble

With the recent turbulence of our local economy, and technology at the forefront of our personal and professional lives, employees are becoming more expendable. The reality is that it’s not uncommon to find businesses operating with skeleton staff, some of which are now performing in a role which previously had to be covered by two or three other employees.

Whether you have experienced this already or not, we believe you need to be prepared. The same advice applies to both employers and employees. The need to be multi-skilled across all facets has never been so important.

Start planning now because our workforce styles and structures are changing quickly. By multi-skilling your workforce you will be ensuring that your team will become more agile and more adaptable to sudden changes. Vice versa for employees, we suggest you take some initiative and immerse yourself in the business. Why not pursue further study or take the time to learn and understand what your some of your colleagues’ roles are all about.

At BMO, for example, we work hard to make sure our team members look at the big picture for our clients, not just focus on one area, like tax. We encourage our accountants to be up-to-date with employment and industrial relations matters. When we’re working with our clients, decisions about tax planning are always made in the context of the clients’ annual cash flow planning, business growth strategy or future succession or retirement plans.

Part of the BMO Vision is to “be nimble”. We want our team members and our business to be able to adapt to economic, societal and technological impacts. We have a ‘one-team’ approach that means while team members might have their specialist area, we all support one another and take an interest in the different facets of our business.

At BMO, our team is exposed to a variety of different client situations day-in-day-out. We offer professional development opportunities and weekly training in a range of different areas to give our team members a chance to multi-skill.

Don’t get left behind. Have a look at your own business or role and look for ways that you can be nimble too.

Adrian Rasmussen retires after decades supporting Regional Queensland

By BMO • June 30, 2026
After an incredible career dedicated to supporting regional businesses, farming families and rural communities, BMO Business Centre Partner Adrian Rasmussen will officially retire from the partnership effective 30 June 2026. For many across the Western Downs and beyond, Adrian has been far more than an accountant or advisor. Over decades in business, he has built trusted relationships grounded in honesty, loyalty and a genuine understanding of regional life and the people who live it. Adrian’s connection to the country and agriculture has always been at the heart of who he is. He has worked alongside generations of farming families and business owners through seasons of growth, challenge and change, becoming a steady and respected presence for clients, colleagues and the wider community alike. Reflecting on his time at BMO, Adrian said the relationships formed throughout his career have been among the most rewarding parts of the journey. “It has been a privilege to work with so many wonderful people over the years; not only clients, but colleagues and communities who have become lifelong friends,” Adrian said. “Regional communities are built on relationships, trust and supporting one another, and I’m incredibly grateful to have been part of that throughout my career.” BMO Business Centre Managing Partners Kelvin Tyler and Michelle McVeigh said Adrian’s contribution to both the business and the region would leave a lasting legacy. “Adrian has played an incredibly important role in shaping BMO into the business it is today,” they said. “His care for clients, commitment to regional communities and calm, practical approach have earned enormous respect across our industry and the communities we serve. While we will certainly miss having him in the office, we are excited for Adrian and his family as they enter this next chapter.” While stepping away from the partnership, Adrian is looking forward to spending more time with family, on the farm and enjoying a well-earned change of pace after many years dedicated to supporting others. Everyone at BMO Business Centre extends their sincere thanks to Adrian for his years of service, friendship and leadership, and wishes Adrian and his family all the very best for the future.

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