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TECHNOLOGY
12 common technology mistakes you should avoid

12 common technology mistakes you should avoid

A typical technology review can uncover dozens of technological shortcomings at your organization. This article describes 12 common shortcomings and offers advice for avoiding them.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Jian Xiao, CPA, CGMA, is founder and CFO of Turning Point Solutions on Long Island, N.Y.

From controller to consultant

Jian Xiao, CPA, CGMA, started consulting because she needed more flexibility after her son was born 10 years ago.

HUMAN RESOURCES
Challenges continue for African-American accountants

Challenges continue for African-American accountants

Recently launched affinity programs have improved mentoring opportunities, but African-Americans feel left out of informal social networks and challenged in navigating corporate politics, a new survey shows.

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