Added by Microsoft in 2016, the IFS function replaces the need for multiple nested IF statements. You can put all your conditions (percentage grade cutoffs in this example) in one function, making it easier to follow.
Newsletter articles
Improve your teaching evaluations
Here are some practical ways to improve your teaching evaluations, without lowering your standards or becoming an easier grader.
Keeping a virtual team on track
CPAs offer advice on the processes and technology that help them effectively manage remote teams.
4 ways to shine at your next meeting
This article discusses ways you can make the most of your time spent in meetings.
Position yourself for promotion
Many CPAs could benefit from taking a proactive approach to career strategy.
Getting ready for the big sit-down with clients
Annual meetings are a prime way for accountants to glean information that can affect tax strategy or to let clients know about other beneficial firm offerings.
What to expect when you tell your boss you’re expecting
Here’s how you can prepare to announce a pregnancy.
Help nontraditional accounting students thrive
Follow these tips to make all students more welcome in your classroom.
Working remotely: Take care to make it work
These six tips can help optimize your work-from-home experience.
Government report finds deficiencies in most US hospices
Advise clients to do their research before choosing hospice care.
Use digital marketing to propel your new firm
Three entrepreneurial CPAs offer tips for succeeding with digital and marketing techniques.
Time management strategies for CPAs
CPAs share ways they get more done with less time.
How to attract a talent pool diverse in experience
This article offers steps employers can take to make sure they aren’t inadvertently excluding more experienced workers.
CPA job interview tips from a recruiter
A recruiter discusses ways CPAs can stand out from the competition during a job search.
10 steps to a coaching culture
This article explores the attributes of great coaching cultures and helps you identify the changes you’ll need to make to get there.
6 tips to get students career-ready
Minding their p’s and q’s can be as important as knowing about debits and credits.
Secrets of master accounting teachers
This year’s Cook Prize winners share their best teaching advice.
4 must-dos for new firm owners
Firm owners and experts offer advice on tackling the challenges of launching a practice.
How retired CPAs can stay connected to the profession
Many CPAs find retirement is an ideal time to give back to the accounting profession.
Career advice for young CPAs from the Big Four
Leading practitioners at Big Four firms discuss what accountants at the early stages of their careers should do to succeed in a rapidly changing profession.
Features
FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE
Making the right choice when no one is watching
The true test of one’s character is the decision made when no one is looking over your shoulder. Learn how CPAs can uphold ethical standards and take actions that help limit liability risk.
