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Leadership
A positive attitude starts with math
Attitude is the foundation of our behaviors, according to drummer and speaker Mark Schulman. It’s also the key to fostering a creative and supportive workplace culture, and to becoming a stronger leader.
How to make sure your organization is empowering women
A pioneering CPA explains the meaning of her message “take your seat” and reflects on the gains women have made in leadership in this podcast episode to celebrate International Women’s Day.
The CPA profession’s ‘really interesting inflection point’
A recent Digital CPA keynote speaker discusses the profession’s “really interesting inflection point” and shares lessons from innovation leaders from around the world.
CPA leader takeaways: Listening, self-awareness, flipping the pyramid
Four CPAs reflect on lessons learned from a recent summit and point out areas of focus relevant to the finance function of the future.
A CPA leader’s approach to changing check-the-box training
A CPA leader, the subject of the October Last Word feature, shares her interest in the Harry Potter book series and why she sought better training for staff at a government agency.
Stephanie C. Palmertree, CPA, CGMA
Stephanie C. Palmertree, CPA, CGMA, explains how the Mississippi Office of the State Auditor overhauled its CPE system by training its own staff to teach.
Prioritization tips, sticky-note strategy, and The Princess Bride
Marie Brilmyer, CPA, shares advice on prioritization, how she uses sticky notes to stay organized, and her sleeper pick for a top line from one of her favorite movies.
Marie Brilmyer, CPA
Successful leaders know how to listen and help others make the most of their abilities, according to Marie Brilmyer, CPA, a partner with Cohen & Company in Akron, Ohio.
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.
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.
Delegation is the key to Sir Richard Branson’s success
Entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Group, speaking at an exclusive online event prior to AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 2021, gave listeners advice for hiring and managing the right people.
Helpful feedback: Give it. Receive it. Encourage it.
Providing and receiving professional critiques can be challenging. Operating with empathy and authenticity can help.
Advice for building trust when everything’s changing
Examples from finance professionals show how they’ve found a way to lead amidst major change.
3 ways to defeat imposter syndrome — and build executive presence
Feelings of “intellectual fraud” could affect an estimated 70% of the U.S. population. For finance leaders, adopting a questioning style and making a specific plan can help.
Tom Hood on leadership and adapting to a role stretch
The Association’s Tom Hood is one of the featured speakers at next week’s CFO Conference. He shares previews on his sessions, leadership lessons, and more in this quick interview.
Leading and managing amid disruptive demographics
Paying attention to demographic trends can help organizational leaders make wise, forward-looking decisions. Those who ignore these statistics risk being left behind.
Primers on creativity and mental toughness
Hear from two speakers at the upcoming AICPA & CIMA CFO Conference on fostering creativity and developing mental toughness.
Keys to striking an effective balance as a manager
This article offers tips on balancing empathetic leadership with critical business goals.
6 tips for mitigating and recovering from burnout
This article offers strategies for dealing with burnout at your accounting firm.
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