Career growth means stretching your skills, scope or title; job stability means predictable pay, benefits and steady leadership. For most accounting professionals the two are not opposites, the real question is which to prioritise right now. The end of financial year, when performance reviews and salary outcomes land, is when that question tends to surface most sharply.One ...
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Career Growth vs. Job Stability: How to Make the Right Move This Year
2 months ago by Steve Merritt
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Future-Proof Your Career: Essential Skills for Accounting Professionals
over 1 year ago by Steve Merritt
In the accounting job market, disruption is the new norm. Economic uncertainty, the remote/hybrid work revolution, and rapid technological transformation influence how businesses operate and build their teams. The rise of AI and automation alone is beginning to cause issues for employers and accounting candidates. The World Economic Forum predicts that AI and automation ...
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How to Become More Proactive in Your Accounting Role
about 2 years ago by Steve Merritt
In the competitive Accounting space, getting ahead at work and achieving your career goals demands more than an ability to meet your performance expectations. The dynamic and unpredictable world we live in means employers are prioritising candidates who demonstrate adaptability, resilience, and intuition, which means you will need to be proactive to thrive. Proactivity is v...
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Be Aware of Your Body Language at Your Accounting Interview
about 2 years ago by Steve Merritt
Body language is more important than most people realise. When we speak to someone, we're not just paying attention to their words. We also evaluate their tone, posture, facial expressions, and movements. In fact, according to a study conducted by Albert Mehrabian, only around 7% of any "message" we send to someone during a conversation is conveyed in our words. The rest c...
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