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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

Housekeeping tips to mitigate data security risk

Protecting your firm from privacy breaches is often a matter of strong internal practices.

September 1, 2019

Disaster preparation basics

Failing to plan can have serious consequences for companies and firms that don’t prepare carefully for disaster recovery and business continuity.

August 30, 2019

What to do before the cloud goes down

Tech experts weigh in on the steps firms can take to stay productive in the event of a cloud software outage.

August 26, 2019

Tips for stopping scam calls to your phone and business

This article offers tips to help you combat unwanted robocalls.

August 19, 2019

How to effectively implement innovation

Without a plan, you can end up wasting time and money on marketing a service you aren’t able to deliver.

August 13, 2019

Report finds shift in accounting firm hiring

Almost one-third (31%) of new graduate hires in public accounting in 2018 were nonaccounting graduates, a new AICPA survey shows.

August 5, 2019

Recognizing and managing different personality types

How does an “eager beaver” work best with a pessimist? This is one example of how different personality types might interact at work. Learn more in this episode.

August 5, 2019

How to launch a financially successful CPA firm

CPAs discuss creating a budget, projecting cash flow, and reeling in the right clients in a competitive arena.

August 1, 2019

In case you missed it: AICPA ENGAGE

Auditing accounting estimates, protecting your data, and advising grieving clients were just a few of the many topics addressed at AICPA ENGAGE 2019.

August 1, 2019

Joe Adams, CPA

Keeping up with the pace of change is an absolute necessity for CPAs and firms, according to Joe Adams, CPA, managing partner and CEO of RSM US LLP.

August 1, 2019

The risk suite: This teenager can mitigate liability angst

Since their issuance in 2006, the risk assessment standards have often been a source of confusion. Here’s how to work with them.

August 1, 2019

Family leave at small firms

Small firms can find ways to support their people even in situations when the Family and Medical Leave Act does not apply.

August 1, 2019

What I’ve learned building a blockchain business

Jagruti Solanki, CPA, CGMA, an assurance partner within the technology and blockchain group at Aprio LLP, reveals what she has learned leading the blockchain services group at the firm.

August 1, 2019

AICPA set to be awarded ‘.cpa’ domain

The extension will be available to CPAs.

July 29, 2019

Interacting with clients outside the busy tax season

CPAs discuss ways to stay in touch with clients year-round.

July 29, 2019

13 more signs your firm is outdated

This article discusses ways firms might be at risk of alienating NextGen talent and clients.

July 22, 2019

Tips for working with first-time clients

CPAs offer advice on proving their worth to potentially skeptical clients who aren’t accustomed to paying fees.

July 15, 2019

How firms of any size can innovate

The size and resources of your firm will go a long way in determining what will be a prudent, effective approach.

July 15, 2019

5 ways firms can solidify their business foundation

These action items can help CPAs challenge the assumptions underlying their firms’ business models.

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

Making the right choice when no one is watching

The true test of one’s character is the decision made when no one is looking over your shoulder. Learn how CPAs can uphold ethical standards and take actions that help limit liability risk.