Interview time could equal high anxiety for the introverts in our lives. Many of my candidates – as CPAs and financial professionals – are either introverts or adapted introverts. Let’s consider some paths around or through this potential time of tension. While navigating the extroverted dynamics of a job interview can present unique challenges for introverts, it's important to remember that your quiet [...]
We’ve all seen and heard about keywords and phrases one should use on their resume to get noticed. By HR and by TAS/TMS. How about once you’ve cleared that gate and are in an interview? Are there phrases one can incorporate to get noticed? Or how about phrases to avoid? Turns out there are. You’re headed to your interview and emotions are running [...]
Get ready CPA candidates, the test has changed! Starting in 2024, the CPA exam has undergone a major transformation, shifting from a one-size-fits-all approach to a core-plus-discipline model. What does this mean for you? If you’ve been too busy to look into it, here are some details with potential fallout: What's Different? 👋🏻 Goodbye, Four-Test Marathon: Say farewell to the grueling four-exam gauntlet. The new [...]
We are all taught to “play nice” as youngsters so I’m sure by the time we are adults we all find a way to get along at work. Right? Guess not. But are we overreacting? The term "toxic work environment" hangs heavy in the air, flung like a poisoned dart at any disagreement or frustration bubbling beneath the surface. But has this potent [...]
My folks are in town this week. So it got me thinking about the influence of parents on our lives. To that end, I certainly didn’t have to look very far to find where Gen Z’ers parents are influencing their careers. They are showing up with their kids to job interviews! Huh? This is really a thing? Is it acceptable? After 30 years [...]
The accounting profession faces a critical challenge: declining enrollment in accounting programs and a shrinking pool of CPA candidates. This trend raises concerns about the future workforce and the profession's ability to meet growing demand, especially in light of potentially stagnant compensation structures. Key findings from recent studies include: ⬇️ Enrollment Decline: According to the AICPA, the number of accounting bachelor's and master's degrees [...]
"Relaxed"? "Authentic"? Is that how we approach interviewing in 2024? 👎🏻 Don't mistake these corporate buzzwords for an open invitation to dress like you're heading to brunch, talk like you're at a bar, and curse like you're on a reality show in the C-suite or Partner track interview. Here's why "business casual" doesn't translate to "business casual attitude" if you're aiming for a [...]
“I’ve got an open-door policy. Come talk to me anytime.” How many people have heard that from their boss or manager? But is that really how it rolls out? 🚪 Building a strong relationship with your boss is crucial for career success. However, sometimes building communication bridges with your boss can feel like a challenge – but it doesn't have to be. Here’s [...]
So what is the cost of a bad hire? Is it just a matter of losing time or is it a matter of losing money as well? Let's talk cold, hard facts. Think a bad hire is just a resume misfire? Think again! According to Business.com, they can cost up to 30% of their first-year salary, and that's just the tip of the [...]
Imagine this: two equally qualified candidates walk into your office for the same job. One nails the interview, leaving you convinced they're perfect. The other, despite strong skills and experience, falls short. But why? Gut feel or something specific? The culprit might be hiding in plain sight – unconscious bias. It's the monster under the interview table, influencing our decisions without us even [...]