Finding the right talent

Posted on Thursday, October 10, 2019 by Nicole Fracasso

In a recent article from CPA Trendlines, Steven E. Sacks, CPA, discusses the three basic elements of finding the right talent and separating that talent from the candidate’s stereotype

  • Career Management

The crowd might have the solution you’ve been seeking

Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 by Abby Draper

Crowdsourcing, or asking a large number of people for help usually via the internet, can sometimes solve some tough problems.

  • Business Development
  • _collaboration
  • _crowdsourcing

Employ an old rule while using today’s tech

Posted on Friday, July 12, 2019 by Gary Hunt

No matter which end of the email you find yourself on, be conscientious.

ICYMI: Advice from the Women Wealth & Wellness Conference

Posted on Friday, June 28, 2019 by Jessica Salerno

If you were lucky enough to attend the Women’s Wealth & Wellness Conference yesterday in Columbus, you’re probably already brainstorming the five things that make you great and daydreaming about that tasty scoop of Jeni’s ice cream. But if you weren’t there, here is some of the insightful advice the speakers had to share.

From social work to CPA: Discovering a career at a symphony orchestra

Posted on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 by Abby Draper

Randi Dier, CPA, went to college for social work, dropped out and worked in a warehouse at The Andersons for six years before realizing that wasn’t what she wanted for her career. Dier then went back to college to study accounting and finally found what she enjoyed.

  • Nonprofit
  • Career Management

Finding flexibility and passion outside of public accounting

Posted on Friday, June 14, 2019 by Abby Draper

Mellissa Reed, CPA, thought public accounting was the only place she could find the flexible hours that fits the needs of her family. Then she discovered the same flexibility in the nonprofit sector.

  • Nonprofit

The payoff of hard work and an open mind

Posted on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 by System

Whether you have your career trajectory mapped out or you don’t even have a five-year plan, staying open to unexpected possibilities will help keep your work-life exciting and challenging.

The trait you need when life goes wrong

Posted on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 by System

Something will, eventually, go wrong. You’ll get knocked down by life and forced to figure out what to do and where to go next. When this happens, resiliency is what will enable you to get through the tough times.

S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting: Tips from a Project Manager

Posted on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 by Abby Draper

Although there are many variations of S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting, the individual letters all stand for the same thing: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely.

  • _Boomer Consulting
  • _goal planning
  • _Personal Development

Finding time to decompress in the #risengrind culture

Posted on Friday, May 17, 2019 by Jessica Salerno

Finding the time sounds good in theory but can be difficult to practice. What doesn’t help is the “rise and grind” culture that promotes working around the clock to achieve your goals.

Upskilling to become a more attractive accounting candidate

Posted on Thursday, May 2, 2019 by Gary Hunt

How can entry level accountants get experience when their life situation does not allow for an internship?

The pros and cons of freelance accounting

Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 by Abby Draper

If you search websites like Indeed or Remote.co, there are dozens of freelance accounting jobs up for the taking. So, what is the appeal of freelancing to accountants? And is it right for you?

  • Business Development
  • Career Management

Canopy’s tax practice app launches on mobile

Posted on Friday, April 19, 2019 by User Not Found

Canopy, a company specializing in tax practice software, released their new mobile app on April 10. According to a recent Accounting Today article, here is the rundown of what you need to know.

Accounting and LinkedIn

Posted on Friday, April 12, 2019 by User Not Found

With the increasing popularity and importance of LinkedIn in the job search and overall professional credibility, it is beneficial to be up to date on what employers are looking for and what successful professionals’ presence on the site looks like.

Stress management as the tax deadline nears

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 by Abby Draper

We wanted to remind you to take care of yourself this week.

Accounting job market looks promising in Q2 of 2019

Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2019 by User Not Found

“A substantial amount of accounting and finance positions remain unfilled, despite low overall unemployment numbers across the country, according to new research,” a new Accounting Today article on the Q2 2019 Finance and IT Hiring Forecast from staffing and management resources from Brilliant reported.

Blockchain updates and what it means for CPAs

Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 by User Not Found

In a recent Accounting Today article, “5 blockchain trends CPAs need to know,” writer Girish Ramachandra outlines the latest and greatest of blockchain and its relevance to the accounting world. She highlighted five prominent trends.

‘Going broke’ cited as clients’ biggest retirement fear, AICPA survey suggests

Posted on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 by User Not Found

Knowing the importance of being aware of clients’ questions, concerns and needs isn’t rocket science. This information is valuable and gives firms the opportunity to offer the best, most-relevant and even individually-tailored services to their clients.

Podcast: Accountants as ‘sellers’

Posted on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 by User Not Found

Accountants and salespeople are two seemingly contrasting professions. However, Amy Franko, a sales training and leadership development expert and author of the book, The Modern Seller, says accountants might need to take on a salesperson’s mentality to succeed.

Podcast: Advice for young professionals

Posted on Friday, March 1, 2019 by User Not Found

Beginning any new job is nerve-wracking, and starting your career bright-eyed and bushy-tailed immediately after college can be even more scary. Others in the field are there to help through this transition though, like Amber McAuliffe, CPA and learning manager at The Ohio Society of CPAs.