Career Advice and Training

If you didn't get the promotion you worked so hard for, you're likely feeling a palpable sense of disappointment. The good news? There are ways to use this situation to your advantage and move forward. Here's how to handle not getting the promotion you wanted.  Take Time to Reflect A wave of unexpected emotions is...

Networking can be a key part of success in the financial industry. It's important to network strategically and ensure you're making a good impression every time you meet someone new. Here are some tips on how to do just that. Ice Breakers Ice breakers are a great way to start the conversation when networking with people...

Your digital footprint. It’s something you might not have given much thought to, but chances are your current or previous employers have. In fact, a survey found that 70% of employers "use social media to screen candidates before hiring." In 2023, it's more essential than ever for everyone to keep their online...

The job market is always changing, and with the holiday slowdown quickly approaching, it’s now more important than ever to start your job search if you’re looking to get hired before the end of the year. Especially in the accounting and finance field. Here are a few tips that will help you secure your next dream...

You're not alone if you feel guilty and uncomfortable saying no at work. You may believe that others will dislike you, think you are entitled or not view you as a team player. And while those yeses can benefit us and those around us, they can also be detrimental to our overall careers. So, when we're asked to complete...

Going into a job interview uninformed is like going into a test unprepared — you're setting yourself up for failure. But, a little bit of research can go a long way in helping you ace your next job interview. The key to a successful interview is twofold: doing your research and drawing connections. Here’s what you...

Considering becoming a manager? Here are the top ways to know you're prepared for that next phase in your career. Check your Internal Motivation: Where Are You at in Your Career? Think about your current role: do you know it well enough to teach someone else how to do it? Some make the mistake of thinking that managerial...

There’s a lot going on right now. The thing is — that seems to be the natural state of the world as of late. Our advice? Don’t let your job performance be affected by those outside nuisances. We’ve rounded up a few proven ways to hack your work life and stay on track with your career goals in 2022. 1. Start Your...

There's an ongoing discussion over what is more significant: job title or salary. After all, both are critical elements in one's career development and trajectory. Title helps set the pace for your professional identity to further your career, and pay is vital to your everyday life. Before requesting a title change or a...

How do you balance the relaxing nature of the summer season with the financial goals of the company? Here are the top three things that companies can do to encourage employee productivity during summer. Set goals that stimulate employee productivity When it comes to setting goals for employees, it's important to think...