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Busy season in accounting can be a challenging time for teams facing heavy workloads and tight deadlines. The ability to motivate your team is becoming more critical than ever. But it is not always easy.
The loss of the "El Faro" is more than the tragedy of a sinking ship; it is a cautionary tale for all leaders, whether at sea, on land, or high up in the C-suite. It is exemplary of a failure of leadership and faulty decision-making.
The PICPA Firm Ambassador program launched in 2020 to provide our members with opportunities to foster connections between young CPAs, their professional networks, and the PICPA. We are excited to work with a new class of ambassadors and continue this partnership with young leaders at Pennsylvania firms.
Those with strong time management skills tend to have less stress and get more meaningful work accomplished. The key is to focus on what is important to you and how you can realistically prioritize your day.
As you advance in your accounting career, establishing your personal brand and building a strong network become increasingly important. Joining professional organizations can be extremely beneficial in helping to accomplish career goals, expand your network, and make good and dependable friends.