Communication skills

TOPICS / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

June 27, 2016

TED talks that will inspire CPAs

TED is an online community that offers free motivational and educational talks on topics from business to addiction to biology to birds.

June 20, 2016

Surprising classes accounting majors should consider taking before they graduate

Here are recommendations for classes outside the accounting department that could help students develop both personally and professionally.

June 20, 2016

What it was like to take the 1917 CPA Exam

This column looks back at the 1917 CPA exam.

June 16, 2016

3 reasons to use all your vacation days

Leaving your vacation unused isn’t good for workers or employers.

June 13, 2016

How to find the right mentor

Spend time thinking about why you want a mentor before you waste anyone’s time.

June 6, 2016

How time off can help your career

Taking time off can give you much-needed space to reflect on your career path. It can also be a chance to do some informal networking.

June 1, 2016

NFP board service tips

Many CPAs serve—or would like to serve—on not-for-profit boards. Here are some keys for providing good governance.

May 23, 2016

What CPAs can learn from fighter pilots

Fighter pilots can teach controllers, CFOs, and other CPA executives how to out maneuver the competition.

May 18, 2016

4 steps to start a reverse mentoring program

New employees, including interns are digital natives and have much to offer.

May 16, 2016

How to impress your new employer

Your trial period can be stressful but is essential to both short- and long-term success at their organizations.

April 18, 2016

Manager Survival Series: Managing conflict

The ability to recognize conflict, understand what’s causing it, and then work through it swiftly will serve you well as a manager.

April 11, 2016

The most common public-speaking mistakes—and how to avoid them

Three experienced public speakers share common mistakes people make and identify ways to avoid them.

April 1, 2016

Leadership tips for introverts

Get introverted leaders’ best tips for networking, leading teams, speaking up at meetings, and raising your profile.

April 1, 2016

Improve your conflict management skills

Workplace conflicts are rarely black and white, and managing them usually requires more than filing a complaint or firing somebody. Test your skills at managing conflict and learn best practices from Joan Pastor, a licensed industrial-organizational psychologist, author, and executive coach.

March 21, 2016

Should you accept a counteroffer from your employer?

This article offers advice on how to navigate the delicate process of (potentially) leaving your job.

March 17, 2016

Finding brilliance in yourself and others

When we focus on all that is wrong with ourselves and others, we miss the brilliance within and around us.

March 14, 2016

Should you wait for a promotion—or move on?

What can you do to avoid staying longer than you should? Ask how you are doing!

February 29, 2016

5 books to help you manage Millennials

we’ve identified several books that can help members of more-experienced generations connect with their Millennial employees and co-workers.

February 16, 2016

How to stand out in meetings

If you want to make a positive impression on your colleagues and advance your career, consider these tips to shine in meetings.

February 8, 2016

CPA couples’ best relationship advice

We asked several CPA couples to share how accounting brought them together and to relate their best advice for making a relationship last.

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

How a CPA beat burnout after strokes, depression

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.