This article discusses ways to be proactive and show that you can see beyond your role and understand the bigger picture for your entire organization.
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How to write cover letters that stand out
A well-written cover letter can be the difference between winning or losing a job opportunity.
Small changes can be a big drain on mental energy
A recent study found that change can affect how engaged employees are, how hard they’ll work, and how long they intend to stay with an organization.
How to develop a growth mindset
In today’s competitive global field, those who want to grow and move into leadership roles must demonstrate they’re willing to push themselves beyond their comfort zone to learn and try new things.
Innovative approaches to accounting tests and quizzes
Here are some ways accounting faculty have rethought tests and quizzes to promote critical thinking.
Edit PDF documents in Word to save time
Did you know that you can edit PDF documents in Microsoft Word? Simply open a PDF document in Word.
Tools to enhance your teaching this semester
The right apps can improve online discussions, group work, and student feedback.
6 tips for supporting clients through life transitions
Experienced CPA financial planners share tips for helping clients through change.
Will sweatpants come to the office when we return?
HR professionals at several CPA firms offer ideas on how to ease teams back into office mode while preserving comfort.
Language that makes your LinkedIn profile pop
Career experts discuss five ways to demonstrate your personal brand on LinkedIn and make your profile stand out.
Adapting to workplace culture in a virtual world
This article discusses ways to help integrate new employees into firm culture, even when everyone can’t be together in person.
Reach your students with financial literacy
Pique students’ interest in accounting with a subject relevant to their lives.
Fit cybersecurity into your accounting courses
Four accounting and academic experts offer advice on teaching this all-important topic.
Zoom in on part of a slide during a PowerPoint presentation
Call your students’ attention to calculations or other details of PowerPoint slides as you present.
5 leadership books accountants should read right now
We asked several CPAs what leadership books they’re reading right now to help them navigate the changing landscape.
For firms, advanced tech is no longer optional
Firms that place well-thought-out tech solutions at the forefront of their strategy will be best positioned to gain the most in the future.
6 tips for writing better emails
This article offers tips to make your emails direct and easy to read.
Resilient accounting students suffer less burnout
A study of accounting students revealed that more resilient students had stronger mental health and were less likely to experience burnout. Kenneth J. Smith, CPA, one of the study’s authors, observes that resilience is a skill that can be learned.
Use the Camera tool in Excel to create dynamic screenshots
The Camera tool is a handy function that allows you and your students to see how part of one spreadsheet changes in real time when you make changes to another.
6 ways to include more technology in the accounting curriculum
Here are some ways accounting departments and faculty can integrate technology throughout the curriculum to better prepare graduates to meet the needs of the profession.
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