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Americans Still WFH While Europe & Asia RTO

While the pandemic was felt around the world in industries from retail to manufacturing to public accounting, the way different countries are bouncing back differs. In Europe and Asia, earlier this year, the number of people back in the office was hovering around 75%, while here in the US, only about 50% of people had come back to in-person work. (These numbers came [...]

2023-05-12T07:29:52-04:00May 12th, 2023|

Writing Better Job Descriptions

You never get a second chance to make a first impression. And when you're looking to hire a new employee, the job description you write is that first impression. However - vague, unclear, or unrealistic job descriptions can lead to a mismatch between candidates and job requirements. To attract the right talent, make sure the descriptions are clear, concise, and accurately reflect the [...]

2023-05-11T08:05:07-04:00May 11th, 2023|

Upskilling and Reskilling in 2023 and Beyond

As we move further into the future, the need for upskilling and reskilling in the workforce becomes increasingly important. In 2023, we are faced with the reality of a #warfortalent, where employers are competing for a limited pool of skilled workers. This is where upskilling and reskilling come in - not only do they benefit employees in their career growth, but they also [...]

2023-05-12T09:17:59-04:00May 10th, 2023|

Boomer Retirement in the CPA Profession

As a CPA in public accounting, you have either heard about or experienced the statistics of retiring baby boomers and the challenges this presents for accounting firms. With approximately 10,000 baby boomers retiring every day, firms are faced with the task of transitioning their book of business to the next generation of partners. According to recent articles by The Tax Adviser and Thomson [...]

2023-05-09T08:13:15-04:00May 9th, 2023|

How Do Americans View Their Jobs in 2023?

Most people like their jobs — at least, they like who they work with. But ask them if they feel like they are getting paid enough and have enough upward mobility… According to Pew Research Center, while 67% of people feel extremely satisfied with their relationships with co-workers, only 33% feel they have opportunities for promotion at work, and 1% more — 34% [...]

2023-05-08T07:41:25-04:00May 8th, 2023|

Effective Interview Communication

If you're preparing for a job interview, you know that effective communication is essential to making a good impression. One communication strategy you should bear in mind to ensure you're coming across as confident and engaged is the 7/38/55 rule. According to this rule, communication is made up of three components: words, tone of voice, and body language. These components make up the [...]

2023-05-05T08:06:41-04:00May 5th, 2023|

LinkedIn Employment Verification Launched

Are all LinkedIn profiles accurate? I wonder this myself sometime. People who embellish or flat out lie on their resumes are a more common than you might think. And it's been going on a long time before I started recruiting 30 years ago. But now, LinkedIn is attempting to do something about it. With the help of new technology, LinkedIn will prompt employers [...]

2023-05-04T09:31:36-04:00May 4th, 2023|

Interview Horror Stories

Let's face it - job interviews can be terrifying. Whether you're a candidate hoping to land your dream job, or an employer searching for the perfect addition to your team, the pressure to perform can sometimes get the best of us. But even in the midst of nerves and jitters, some interview faux pas are just too good not to share. According to [...]

2023-05-02T08:27:50-04:00May 2nd, 2023|

How Do You Feel About Retirement?

When are people retiring these days? The idea of retirement at 55 is a thing of the past for most people today. For many, it's just not realistic financially, and for plenty of others, 55 seems way too young to start golfing and birdwatching full time. But more often, I hear from people who say…. "Tim, not sure I really want to retire." [...]

2023-05-01T08:39:10-04:00May 1st, 2023|

Making the Switch From Big 4 to a Top 100 or Large Local Firm

Should I stay in the Big 4 to make partner? As a senior manager, director, or partner at a Big 4 CPA firm, you have worked hard to climb the ladder. But what's next? Are you in the right place for that next step - or do you have some doubt? If you're looking to take the next step and advance your career, [...]

2023-04-28T09:15:50-04:00April 28th, 2023|
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