Mentors pave career pathways

Winner of the AICPA's local-level 2020 Outstanding CPA in Government Impact Award discusses the mentors who have provided advice, encouragement, and a shoulder to lean on.

A recruiter called me! Now what?

Your first conversation with a recruiter is a chance for them to learn more about you and your career goals, and for you to learn about the position they have in mind.

Level up your accounting class with these tech tools

These teaching tools liven up both in-person and virtual classes.

Variety is the spice of online learning

Variety is the spice of not only life but also teaching and learning. Here are some simple ways to add some S-P-I-C-E to a classroom to break the monotony of an online lecture or hybrid class.

3 things the COVID-19 pandemic has taught CPAs about technology

This article discusses ways to harness technology lessons from this pressure-packed year.

Office kitchen etiquette mistakes that drive co-workers nuts

Etiquette experts discuss ways to avoid kitchen mistakes and keep harmony among their co-workers.

COVID-19 challenges to forensic accounting

This article discusses some of the unique challenges, and opportunities, for forensic accountants in the COVID-19-altered economy.

Tough interview questions: ‘Why should we hire you?’

Researching the organization and the interviewer beforehand can equip you to give a strong answer.

‘Feel’ your way to a new gig

Finding a job while working can be a delicate balance.

Why people leave their jobs and how to retain staff

CPA firm leaders discuss the retention strategies that work for them.

How COVID-19 could affect health spending

Being aware of national trends can help financial professionals assist their individual and business clients prepare for future health spending needs.

How public sector finance management can adjust to COVID-19

This article discusses ways local governments can maneuver during the COVID-19 squeeze, provide service to their communities, and prepare for an uncertain future.

5 activities for the in-person or virtual classroom

Try these fun and engaging ways of teaching accounting topics.

Calculating depreciation using the SLN function

When teaching depreciation in Introduction to Accounting, faculty always cover a variety of different depreciation methods, including straight-line depreciation. Next time you teach this topic, build your students’ Excel skills by showing them how to use the straight-line (SLN) function in Excel.

Prevent cheating while teaching remotely

Faculty can take these motives into account when attempting to deter cheating in their courses.

3 tech-related tips for working better remotely

This article offers tips to help you familiarize yourself with your hardware and software and build a system that works for you.

When disorganization derails your workflow

Workplace experts offer strategies to help you gain more control of your workflow, even when others cause the chaos.

The must-have items for traveling accountants

CPAs share tips for on getting back on the road when the COVID-19 crisis is over.

Spreading the word to youth about financial literacy

CPAs active in volunteer efforts share their advice on how to give back through financial literacy work.

When perfectionism becomes a problem

Perfectionism can be counterproductive and even damaging to one’s health, but it is possible to do a great job without being perfect.