Communication skills

TOPICS / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

November 4, 2019

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.

November 4, 2019

6 tips for dealing with unhappy employees

This article offers tips on helping an employee out of a gloomy patch.

October 28, 2019

What to know about working with recruiters

This article offers advice from a recruiter who specializes in matching CPAs with the right employers.

October 28, 2019

How to spend less time in meetings

This article discusses ways to make meetings more productive.

October 23, 2019

Roller derby’s role in fighting impostor syndrome

Can roller derby double as leadership development? Can we really exercise our “confidence muscles”? Jen Gardner, CPA, says yes to both.

October 21, 2019

Sleep tips for CPAs

This article offers tips to help you wake up refreshed to power through your day.

October 20, 2019

How CPAs can prepare for accelerating tech changes

Openness to change and lifelong learning can help CPAs thrive amid accelerating tech development, says AICPA fall Council speaker Jeffrey Rogers.

October 7, 2019

Serious presentation tips from a stand-up comic

John Garrett, a stand-up comedian, widely traveled speaker, and former practicing CPA, shares insights on how to deliver a memorable presentation at your next conference.

October 7, 2019

Why promoting for the right qualities is crucial

This article offers advice on how organizations can cultivate top-performing managers.

September 30, 2019

When you and your boss don’t get along

This article suggests ways to create a more positive work environment when the relationship with your boss is less than ideal.

September 30, 2019

Check out these CPAs’ vanity license plates

Accountants nationwide choose vanity plates to showcase their successes or creativity.

September 23, 2019

The top 5 ways to improve your résumé

A recruiter discusses ways CPAs can write better résumés and what pitfalls they should avoid.

September 23, 2019

A 4-point plan for reducing stress

An expert offers wellness tips that can help you perform at a high level.

September 16, 2019

Tips on setting up a home office

This article offers tips for designing your workspace.

September 16, 2019

Supporting the introverts in your workplace

Management experts provide tips on how to motivate introverted employees and bring out the best in them.

September 3, 2019

8 tips for making the most of business meals

This articles discusses ways to get the most out of your next business lunch or dinner.

August 26, 2019

How good are you at receiving feedback?

What are your “blind spots” when it comes to receiving feedback? And how has technology changed feedback expectations? Learn more in this podcast episode.

August 12, 2019

6 tips for decluttering your digital workspace

An overflowing email inbox or a computer desktop littered with files can be just as overwhelming as stacks of paper.

August 5, 2019

Find and embrace your leadership voice

This article offers tips on discovering your leadership style.

July 22, 2019

Strategic career mapping can lead to professional fulfillment

This article offers advice on how to set long-term career goals that are satisfying personally and professionally.

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

How to replace running totals in Excel

Accountants routinely copy down formulas in Excel to track cumulative balances, such as cash flow and retained earnings, but there is a better way. This JofA Technology Q&A article shows the way with step-by-step instructions and a video walkthrough.