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8 tips for conducting a great virtual meeting
This article discusses ways to overcome challenges and keep things running smoothly.
Tony Hawk: Accountants help make dreams become reality
Skateboarding legend Tony Hawk credited his accountants with making his ventures successful and shared lessons he learned from being an entrepreneur.
Getting along with different personalities at work
Learn about each group’s preferences for collaboration, communication, and idea generation to improve relationships with your co-workers.
Why and how to create great content at work
Creating content can be a great way to make a name for yourself on the job. CPA and blogger Chris Wittich shares his best advice for getting started.
Tips for new managers
Leadership is a skill that can be learned, says Louis Griego, CPA. In his talk at ENGAGE, he gives advice new managers can use to hone their leadership skills.
Increase your EQ and shine in the workplace
Knowing how to identify and respond to your emotions, and those of your co-workers, can give you an edge in the workplace. Learn ways to improve your EQ.
Networking tips for quiet people
Look at networking as connecting to new friends, potential mentors, and future employers.
How to navigate tough job interview questions
This article offers tips on how to handle the hard questions.
How CPAs can become thought leaders
According to Brandon Allfrey, CPA, CGMA, partner with Squire and Company, thought leadership can be a career-booster for just about everyone.
How tax reform — and Excel — are changing the CPA Exam
Mike Decker, the vice president of examinations at the AICPA, discusses changes being made to the exam as a result of tax reform — and about how Excel will now be available for use on the test.
CPA toolkit: Steps for improving your writing skills
Poorly written documents can reflect poorly on the individual as well as your organization. If you share my concerns, here are corrective measures you might consider.
Tech, people skills are key as accountants face changing demands
To be prepared for the future, accountants need to develop technical competencies, people skills and an agile mindset, the AICPA’s Clar Rosso said during the spring meeting of the AICPA governing Council.
New skills essential for thriving amid digital disruption
Technological advancements have made it necessary for professionals and leaders to develop new skills to help their organizations thrive.
How to make women’s initiatives more successful
Nancy Droesch, CPA, co-founder of WILLO LLC, explains what employers can do to make their women’s initiatives stronger and more successful.
How to have a successful staycation
Staycations allow for nearby activities and adventures that may otherwise get overlooked during your usual hustle and bustle.
What it was like to be a female CPA in the 1970s
Four women CPAs look back at that time, and share their funny, inspiring, and eye-opening stories about what it was like to be a pioneering female CPA.
Tips for job-hunting in an unfamiliar city
Connecting with people in your target city will help you find the best opportunities.
How to negotiate for a higher salary
If CPAs start a new position at too low a salary, their income could be affected for years.
Feeling frazzled? Try these tips for greater focus
Time management specialist Pam Vaccaro, CEO of Designs on Time, discusses ways CPAs can improve their focus to become more productive and satisfied at work.