Here’s a new one. But I guess it’s a thing. Can your birth order really affect your career? Turns out there is some evidence to suggest that birth order can play a role in our career choices and trajectories. Either way I think we can have a little fun with this idea. Studies done in the US and Europe show the following potential [...]
Should you list your hobbies and interests on your resume? 🤔 It's a question that many job seekers have, and the answer is not always clear. 💡 On the one hand, hobbies and interests can help you stand out from other candidates and show that you're a well-rounded individual. They can also highlight skills that you may have that are relevant to the [...]
Life in public accounting is evolving. 🔮So what’s the future of public accounting hold? Since none of us have crystal balls let’s look at some recent data to project the immediate future. 📊🔍 As we know, public accounting is evolving faster than ever before. Staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. 🚀 Let's look at some recent and upcoming trends that [...]
Let's expand our work vocabulary. What do you say we bring out another workplace buzzword? There seem to be no shortage lately so let’s bring in another.🤝 Have you heard of the term "chaotic working"? It's a term that's popped up recently due to the seemingly unpredictable and stressful nature of work. 🤔 There are a number of factors that have contributed to [...]
📢🎯 Since I am a recovering CPA and work with metrics-oriented professionals, it’s always interesting to look at the numbers behind the job interview process. 🌟 Believe it or not, the interview process can be full of surprises and fascinating statistics? 📊🤓 Let's take a look at just a few! 👀 ✨ Did you know that the average interview process lasts around 23.8 [...]
📈 The numbers are in and the landscape of Q2 2023 witnessed a fascinating contrast between private equity and startup funding. While private equity experienced a slight decline in exits, startup funding faced its share of challenges. Let's check out the data from PitchBook and Crunchbase and look into the dynamics at play. 🔍📊 📉 According to a July 26 report by PitchBook, [...]
You’ve finally got your team assembled, working together productively and making you look real good. 🤚🏻Hold it. Operative phrase/concept – THEY are making YOU look good. So how do you keep this going? Through the years as a recruiter, I've witnessed and heard from financial professionals the impact that 👏 appreciation and edification can have on team morale and productivity. When leaders take [...]
🤝Big interview this week? Whether it’s a first with HR or a final with the CEO or Area Managing Partner, make sure you are prepared for all situations. 💡 Job interviews can be stressful, and it's normal to feel nervous. How about this one - what if you freeze up or draw a blank during the interview? Here are a few tips to [...]
So let’s start that job search. You’ve got an already busy executive schedule without a lot of extra time in your day. Where to begin and what to expect? 🕵️♂️ Job searching can be tough, especially for senior level executives. Based on what I hear and read, here are 4 of the hardest parts, along with some solutions: • Lack of transparency or [...]
Another workplace term for you this week. How about this one – fake flexibility. It’s a situation that I’ve bumped into a few times over the last month or so in sort of a bait and switch kind of way. Fake flexibility 🤦 is when companies offer employees the ability to work remotely or flexibly, but then make it difficult or impossible for [...]