Career Development

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May 11, 2021

Prepare your students for hybrid recruiting

As students search out their own career paths, faculty can help by preparing them for both virtual and in-person career events.

May 10, 2021

Managing your personal energy for success

ENGAGE 2021 speaker Rhonda Peterson, an Ohio-based executive coach and trainer, shares how accountants and financial professionals can manage and grow their personal energy to improve their careers, businesses, and lives.

May 4, 2021

CPA Evolution Model Curriculum FAQs

Jan Taylor-Morris, academic in residence at the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, representing AICPA & CIMA, gives answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the CPA Evolution Model Curriculum launching this June.

May 3, 2021

Weighing a move if your job has gone remote

Here are a few things remote-working finance professionals should consider when thinking of moving.

April 12, 2021

6 proactive steps accountants can take to get promoted in 2021

Individuals who are proactive about their professional development and excel at communication and other soft skills have the best chance of promotion in a remote-working environment.

March 22, 2021

Why right now is a great time to network

Experts share tips for digital networking.

March 19, 2021

LinkedIn tips for accountants and finance professionals

Accountants should rethink their approach to virtual networking in a post-COVID-19 landscape.

March 1, 2021

Zoom meetings — without the awkwardness

Leading an online meeting involves managing the technology as well as the participants.

February 23, 2021

Value of licensure reaffirmed by new research report

As the pandemic continues, and licensing issues keep getting prioritized on legislative agendas, the AICPA is monitoring occupational licensing bills to ensure they do not harm the profession and the public.

February 1, 2021

Tackle 5 tough job interview questions

We asked human resources experts for their insider knowledge. They share what they’re looking for when they ask certain tricky job interview questions and how job seekers can craft an impressive answer.

February 1, 2021

Career development in a virtual world

With employees now less centralized, organizations face greater challenges in growing the knowledge of the workforce.

January 14, 2021

Why investing in employees matters more than ever

A Robert Half executive explains the retention worries of senior managers and what employees expect from their organizations amid the pandemic.

January 11, 2021

Get a remote job off to a great start

Use these tips to help ensure a smooth transition in a new job.

January 1, 2021

CPA Exam gets refresh after practice analysis

Business processes and data analytics are receiving increased emphasis as a result of an analysis undertaken to maintain the Exam’s relevance.

January 1, 2021

Next generation of CPA leaders hone skills

Twenty-nine young CPAs graduated from the 2020 AICPA Leadership Academy, a program to inspire, nurture, and empower the next generation of CPA leaders.

December 7, 2020

What CPAs have learned during COVID-19

Nine CPAs discuss the difficulties and silver linings they encountered in 2020 and the lessons they learned along the way.

December 1, 2020

Help interns grow their emotional intelligence

Accountants need soft skills as well as technical acumen to succeed in the profession. Discover some easy-to-implement ways to help interns increase their emotional intelligence.

November 30, 2020

The 2021 hiring outlook, salary negotiation advice, and more

A Robert Half executive discusses the value of the CPA designation in hiring, how geography might play a role in your next job search, and more.

November 12, 2020

The value of gamifying CPE learning

A college professor and CPA shares advice on keeping learning interesting and keeping listeners engaged, even when in-person sessions are not possible.

November 9, 2020

Tough interview questions: ‘Who was your best and worst manager?’

Here are some tips on providing good responses when hiring managers ask for feedback on past bosses.

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Tax season quick guide

Get ready for tax season with the JofA’s annual filing season quick guide, an easy-to-use compilation of dollar thresholds, tax tables, standard amounts, credits, and deductions. Download and print for quick reference this tax season.