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July 11, 2016

8 tips for navigating office politics

This column offers strategies for evading political gaffes at work and for dealing with situations that often cannot be avoided.

July 1, 2016

Nurturing the human element

Through a global career progression framework and real-time feedback, PwC is attempting to develop and retain talent in the hopes of continuing to improve audit quality.

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 9, 2016

Proposal would clear path to CPA for foreign credential holders

Holders of qualified foreign accounting designations would have an easier path to licensure as U.S. CPAs under changes proposed to the Uniform Accountancy Act.

June 6, 2016

Want to keep your Next Gen leaders? Make these changes ASAP

The next generation of leaders has a very consistent list of the changes they want to see.

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.

June 1, 2016

The psychology behind good judgment

By understanding psychological concepts such as directional goals, ego depletion, and the halo effect, CPAs can prevent potential mistakes.

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.

May 9, 2016

Tips to help you get your day off to a good start

A few simple time management tips will help you get your day off to the right start.

May 1, 2016

Work out a better offer

Successful negotiation can make a new job even more satisfying.

May 1, 2016

What will be tested on the next CPA exam

A greater emphasis on testing evaluation and analysis skills beginning in 2017 is designed to keep the Uniform CPA Examination aligned with the skills newly licensed CPAs need in a changing business environment.

May 1, 2016