From Cubester to Supervisor Making a Solid Transition
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An interview with Daniel Travis, a CPA with PKF Texas in Houston, who was promoted to supervisor. Learn how he made the leap and in what ways he adjusted his outlook and expectations.
Published on May 15, 2012
Make a Lasting Impression Through a Handwritten Thank You Note
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Learn how to make a solid, memorable impression with colleagues, clients, and friends through a simple, yet long-lasting note.
Published on May 15, 2012
Quirky Careers in Accounting Chicken Counter
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In this first article of an occasional series, we examine “quirky” careers in accounting. Meet Jamie McCoy, who not only had to count chickens, but also take as many as 10 showers a day in order to maintain prescribed health standards.
Published on May 15, 2012
Financial Literacy
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The AICPA's efforts to educate Americans and increase financial literacy are widespread. Access consumer and CPA financial literacy resources.
Published on May 07, 2012
Management by Delegation Learn to Let Go
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What’s your management style? At some point – if you want to effectively lead a project or team and have more time for other projects – you have to learn how to delegate to others. Does letting to mean losing control? Here are eight ways to help you lead, organize
Published on April 11, 2012
Is It Possible to Work Too Much A follow-up
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Last month, we discussed the pros and cons of working too much. Whether you think that’s good or bad, are you working to your potential? Is there something about your performance and your behavior you can change to work less and focus on other interests? Read this follow-up article to
Published on April 05, 2012
Five Tips to Branding Yourself
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Even though it may seem foreign to you, branding actually begins with you—and the persona, culture and outlook you present to your colleagues, family and friends. Learn how to brand yourself using these five simple tips.
Published on March 30, 2012
Six Ways to Improve Your Writing
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Sometimes, the only way to get better at doing something is by just doing it. While effective leaders might share certain traits, most of them have one thing in common: solid writing skills. Discover six ways to improve your writing. You’ll be surprised how easy it may be.
Published on March 22, 2012
How LinkedIn Could Help You Find Your Next Job
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LinkedIn succeeds as a networking tool, but only works if you work it properly, update it on a continuous basis, and promote it to your sphere of influence. Learn how to do this effortlessly and in minimal time; a little effort could help you land your next position.
Published on March 22, 2012
Is it Possible to Work Too Much
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Do you work too much? Possibly, but there’s a reason why our firms and companies are populated with so many workaholics. What do they know that you don’t know, and how is putting in more than a full day a good thing?
Published on March 22, 2012
A Healthy Lifestyle Can be Good for the Brain
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Although crossword puzzles and word jumbles are great for our heads, a healthy lifestyle, including physical exercise, offers many benefits to keep you sharp, focused, and attentive. Discover how exercise, eating right and getting more sleep helps you be more productive.
Published on February 09, 2012
12 Tips to Better PowerPoint Presentations
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In December, we offered several tips and tricks for more effective presentations. Readers asked for help in making their PowerPoint presentations more effective. Here is some very useful advice to turn your presentations from “Ho-hum” to “Wow, do I see your point.”
Published on February 09, 2012
The Top 10 Things Young CPAs Should Focus On For Their Careers
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Move over David Letterman! Here is our Top 10 list of career builders, boosts, and benefits, all designed to help you improve your short-term goals and long-term aspirations.
Published on February 09, 2012
Presentation Tips and Tricks That Work
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If you think you’re the only one of your peers who gets stage fright, think again! Whether you present to clients and customers, or internally within your firm or company, learn a few presentation tips and tricks guaranteed to help you improve and find the self-confidence you need to succeed.
Published on December 14, 2011
Sunday Night BluesCan You Survive
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When should you stick with your job and when is it time to bail? With your nose constantly to the grindstone, most of us never stop to think about any options. Don’t ignore the warning sign, learn how to spot them and proactively respond.
Published on December 14, 2011