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November 1, 2019

Mary Elliott, CPA

Developing a specialty can help a CPA provide maximum value to clients, according to Mary Elliott, CPA, the CEO of Warren Averett in Birmingham, Ala.

October 15, 2019

How to deliver bad news to clients

Explaining bad news in the right way can make you more valuable to both your client and your employer.

October 15, 2019

Generation Z hits the workplace

This article discusses some of the overarching trends driving this group of incoming CPAs.

October 14, 2019

How to make clients love your firm

Clients who feel an emotional connection to your firm can be your greatest assets — especially in an age where accounting work is becoming increasingly commoditized.

October 7, 2019

Why promoting for the right qualities is crucial

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

October 7, 2019

5 behaviors for building strong, inclusive teams

This article discusses ways to move firms and the profession toward more inclusive and diverse teams.

October 1, 2019

Nonaccounting grad hires rise at CPA firms

But a new report shows that undergrad accounting enrollment remains high.

October 1, 2019

‘Hosting Services’ tips

A new ethics interpretation gives CPAs guidance on preserving their independence with attest clients.

October 1, 2019

What CPAs must do to capitalize on disruption

This article explores ways accountants should be preparing themselves and their businesses for the coming wave of technology-powered disruption.

October 1, 2019

Responding to the growing gig economy

More people are patching together their incomes with less-traditional contracting and freelance work. Learn more about this trend and how CPAs can play a role.

October 1, 2019

#MeToo brings new expectations

A greater focus is being placed on preventing and investigating sexual harassment in the workplace.

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 9, 2019

Surviving an economic downturn

This article offers advice on how to survive, and even thrive, during tough economic times.

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.

September 1, 2019

How to deal with last-minute clients

Dealing with clients who wait until the last minute to submit their information is a reality for most accounting firms. CPAs offer their best tips for helping procrastinators meet deadlines.

September 1, 2019

Steps toward closing the gender pay gap

Eliminating pay disparities can help firms recruit and retain employees. Learn about the causes of the pay gap and what your firm can do to assess and revamp its compensation practices.

September 1, 2019