When a colleague announces they’re transgender

This column offers advice on dealing with questions that may arise.

Putting predictive analytics to work in hiring

Employers that once relied on observation and interview techniques can now use data to approach the hiring process in a more systematic fashion.

Wage garnishment — what employers should know

The employer is responsible for calculating the garnishment amount, withholding it through its payroll process, and forwarding payments to the correct agency or creditor.

Educator resources from the Big Four

From case studies to curriculum guides, major firms make a wealth of tools available.

How to attract more diverse accounting students

Formal programs and informal classroom interactions make a difference.

Networking tips for quiet people

Look at networking as connecting to new friends, potential mentors, and future employers.

How to navigate tough job interview questions

This article offers tips on how to handle the hard questions.

Use inclusion to make your firm stronger

This article offers organizations and CPAs tips for handling unconscious biases to help develop a more inclusive atmosphere.

Tools and tactics for teaching kids about money

This column offers tips geared toward children ages 7 to 12.

What you should know about smart speakers at work

This article looks at available devices and how they might be used in the workplace of the future.

How to have a successful staycation

Staycations allow for nearby activities and adventures that may otherwise get overlooked during your usual hustle and bustle.

Tips for job-hunting in an unfamiliar city

Connecting with people in your target city will help you find the best opportunities.

How to negotiate for a higher salary

If CPAs start a new position at too low a salary, their income could be affected for years.

Summer reading for accounting faculty

If you’re looking for summer reading that will keep you turning pages and give you insight into world of finance at the same time, try one of these picks from your fellow educators.

Cultivate students’ interest in the accounting profession

Simple steps can help your department attract accounting majors.

Future-proof your tax practice by adding planning services

Consumers are seeking a primary point of contact to address the full scope of their financial needs.

How CPAs can help prevent elder fraud

CPAs who work with seniors offer advice on how to keep older clients from falling prey to fraud.

Have you embraced innovation, diversity, and inclusion?

Offering new products and services can help your firm or organization stay afloat and grow.

The robots are not just coming, they are already here

In the accounting technology industry, machine learning systems are already working in the background.

Why Millennial CPAs should consider firm ownership

This column details the reasons firm ownership can be a great career path for young, entrepreneurial CPAs.