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February 19, 2019

5 steps to creating goals that actually stick

This article offers a guide to structuring goals that you can maintain.

February 1, 2019

Betsy George, CPA

Accountants need to balance their interest in fine details with consideration of the big picture, says Betsy George, CPA, of the Ventura Unified School District in California.

February 1, 2019

Working group considers changes to CPA licensing requirements

The focus is on innovation and client demands.

February 1, 2019

Teaming up for success

Follow these tips to develop and maintain an effective team culture.

January 28, 2019

Stay in charge of your time and energy

Kevin Gienger, CPA, shares ways CPAs can better manage their time and become more productive without losing sight of what’s most important to them.

January 28, 2019

CPA athletes balance work, family, fitness

Four accountants share their fitness stories and their advice for finding work/life balance.

January 28, 2019

Setting limits and saying no when work overwhelms

CPAs offer advice on saying no when tasks or projects get overwhelming.

January 14, 2019

How to embrace workplace goal-setting

Consider this task a chance to develop a career blueprint.

January 14, 2019

CPAs reveal their favorite mentors

Eleven CPAs describe what made their mentors so significant and unforgettable.

January 7, 2019

Why accountants need to learn mindfulness

Soft skills can help you interact effectively and harmoniously with other people.

January 1, 2019

From controller to consultant

Jian Xiao, CPA, CGMA, started consulting because she needed more flexibility after her son was born 10 years ago.

January 1, 2019

Considering consulting? Ask these questions first

Many CPAs are drawn to consulting, often as a bridge to retirement or a short-term gig. Learn what you need to know before starting consulting work.

January 1, 2019

Sustained Contribution Awards recognize longtime volunteerism

Clark Monroe Blackman II of Kingwood, Texas; Albert Ray Denny of Wichita, Kan.; Annette Nellen of San José, Calif.; and William R. Pirolli of Warwick, R.I., received the AICPA’s Sustained Contribution Award.

January 1, 2019

Smashing the barriers to employee engagement

Among accounting firms, staff retention is a top area of concern. This article looks at actions firms can take to inspire and engage their teams.

January 1, 2019

Young CPAs participate in 10th interactive Leadership Academy

Forty-one young CPAs attended the 2018 AICPA Leadership Academy, a four-day program designed to strengthen and expand the leadership skills of promising professionals and allow them to network with a peer group of talented and motivated CPAs.

December 10, 2018

Résumé secrets from a former recruiter

This article offers advice for avoiding common errors and for making your résumé strong and compelling.

December 10, 2018

Lessons in leadership

Leadership Academy graduates describe the best leadership or career lesson they learned through their participation.

December 6, 2018

Agreement gives US CPAs path to Australia, New Zealand audit rights

The renewal of a mutual recognition agreement gives qualified U.S. CPAs eligibility to obtain the CA ANZ credential, which is a pathway to obtaining audit rights in Australia and New Zealand.

December 3, 2018

Books to read before busy season starts

Several CPAs recommend books to help others in the profession prepare for the busy season.

December 1, 2018

SEC seeks professional accounting fellow applicants

The positions will begin in the summer or fall of 2019.

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