What’s the latest sentiment about the domestic and global economy? And how are CPA executives handling the effects of tariffs? Find out in this podcast episode about a new quarterly survey.
Leadership
Take a bold leap instead of a tentative step
A profession leader discusses remote work, AI’s role in accounting, and how journaling and summer breaks help her stay grounded. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
Loving your work, leaving work behind, and returning refreshed
A profession leader explains why it’s sometimes hard for her to unplug from work. She also breaks down the meaning she finds in the quote, “Your direction is more important than your speed.” Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
Summer surfing reminders to avoid a transformation wipeout
A leader and LinkedIn influencer takes a few minutes to explain a favorite mantra, detail his summer activities, and offer advice on keeping social media conversational and authentic. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A with Tom Hood.
Change for the better: How your attitude can make all the difference
A leadership development consultant and conference keynote speaker explains what we can and can’t control in the midst of volatility and the importance of recognizing that different people deal with change in different ways. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
The expected salary range for middle-market CFOs
CFOs at middle-market companies can expect a base salary of at least $350,000 a year, according to one recent survey that addressed compensation and career paths.
Seek first to understand: How a finance leader manages global teams
A finance leader with experience leading global teams stresses the importance of listening and understanding. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
What leaders need to know about a growing group of employees
As Gen Zs and Millennials begin to become a bigger majority in the workforce, a new survey provides insights into what motivates them to switch jobs and what motivates them to stay.
AICPA names new FinREC chairman
The AICPA named Grant Thornton partner Rahul Gupta as chairman of FinREC. Gupta succeeds Mark Crowley, a managing partner at Deloitte.
Overcoming ‘the creep’ that puts our dreams and goals on hold
Four years wiser and still checking off items on the ultimate bucket list, the AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 25 keynote speaker returns to the Journal of Accountancy podcast with reminders to avoid “getting buried by the day-to-day.” Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Are you too busy to lead?
Leadership coaches and firm leaders share insights about how to get off the busy-ness treadmill and make time for high-level responsibilities.
Remote control: 3 tips from a firm founder and remote-work trendsetter
Both quantity and quality of communication are crucial to the success of a fully remote work model, a leader with immense experience in the space shared at the AICPA Personal Financial Planning Summit 2025.
Want to be CEO of a CAS practice?
A client advisory services expert details the importance of evaluating metrics and not getting bogged down in details — and links good people management to higher client satisfaction.
Defining the office in 2025: Shifting models of where work gets done
A leading accounting consultant explains the reasons for a disconnect between some managers and employees when it comes to work location. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A with Jennifer Wilson.
AICPA & CIMA CEO about accounting: ‘The opportunities are endless’
AICPA & CIMA’s new CEO Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, shares more of his personal story, including how he learned first-hand about the flexibility that an accounting career can offer. This is the second of a two-part conversation. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
3 things to know about AICPA & CIMA’s new CEO
Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, is 44 days into his stint as CEO. What does he foresee for the profession, and how does he want to improve communication with members? Find out in this conversation, the first of two parts. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Keys to building winning teams at work
An expert on corporate culture explains why he was drawn to understand how teams succeed and provides advice on how leaders and organizations should address their shortcomings. Also, hear a clip from an NFL player turned CPA comparing the high-level skills needed to excel in both accounting and football.
Former NFL player making an impact as a CPA
Richie Brockel, whose football career included involvement in a pair of unforgettable trick plays, shares his thoughts on the Super Bowl and discusses the superpower that having a CPA license has afforded him post-football.
The CFO who ran her own race but didn’t run (or swim or bike) alone
Persistence, planning, and problem-solving — skills any good CFO has — also helped one finance leader achieve a major milestone late last year. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A with Ironman triathlete Janice Stucke, CPA.
Seeing the future: 4 CPA leaders look ahead to 2025
Finance leaders sum up sentiment, their own and that of attendees at the Future of Finance Summit. With a focus on positivity, relevance, and tidbits they can take back to their teams, there’s plenty to consider as 2024 winds down. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
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