Settling into any new role takes time. Even employees with years of experience in similar industry roles can struggle when faced with new processes, workplace requirements and team dynamics. That's why business leaders and managers must invest in effective onboarding processes to streamline the path to productivity. Implementing the right strategy for an employee's first ...
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The First 90 Days: The Guide to Effective Onboarding For Accounting Employees
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The Learning Edge: Driving Excellence Through Employee Development
3 months ago by Steve MerrittEmployees have identified learning and development opportunities as key career priorities for years. More than 83% of candidates say that access to learning opportunities determines which roles they'll apply for and which job offers they'll accept. However, upskilling and reskilling shouldn't just be a focus for employees. Business leaders need to prioritise educating their...
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How to Handle Workplace Bullying in The Accounting and Finance Sector
about 1 year ago by Steve MerrittBullying is something no-one should have to deal with. While we often associate bullying with childhood, the reality is that bullies can follow people throughout the entire lives, impacting the performance, and culture of accounting and finance workplaces. While conflicts in the workplace are natural, there’s a difference between misunderstandings and clashes among teams, ...
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Aiding Anxious Employees in the Accounting and Finance Workspace
about 1 year ago by Steve MerrittStress and anxiety in the accounting and finance workplace is more common than you might think. Every workplace has challenges that can impact our mental health, from tight deadlines to internal conflicts. These issues can be extremely difficult to handle for employees already suffering from anxiety. Nearly 1 in 5 people experience poor mental health each year, and anxi...
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The ‘Give Away’ Signs Your Accounting Job Is In a Toxic Workplace
over 1 year ago by Steve MerrittEmployees thrive in healthy working environments. If a workplace is supportive, collaborative, and engaging, team members are more likely to be more productive and happier in their roles. Unfortunately, not all workplaces are naturally nurturing. In fact, Business Insider shared that around 1 out of 9 of US employees, today define their workplace as a “toxic” environment. ...
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How to Thrive In The First 30 Days Of Your New Accounting Role
almost 2 years ago by Steve MerrittIn the Accounting landscape, people are beginning to seek new jobs, focusing on finding the best remuneration, work/life balance, company culture, and growth opportunities. According to a survey shared in Entrepreneur, approximately 46% of workers plan on finding a new position in 2023. If you’re going to take the next step in your career path this year, it’s important to ...
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How To Job Hunt For A New Accounting Role While You Are Still Employed
almost 2 years ago by Steve MerrittIf you’re ready to start a new Accounting role this year, you’re not alone. There’s never been a better time to search for the next step in your career. Not only are there more job opportunities available thanks to improved flexibility from employers, hybrid and remote work opportunities, but the skills-short market means people like you are in high demand. Now’s a great ...
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Five Signs an Accounting Firm is the Right Fit for You
about 2 years ago by Steve MerrittAccounting candidates are in an excellent position right now. With skill shortages plaguing the industry, there are more opportunities to move to great roles and firms than ever before. Moreover, you have more freedom about how you choose to work, with remote and hybrid roles emerging everywhere. However, just because you have many options doesn't mean defining the ideal f...
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6 Essential Strategies for Retaining Top Accounting Talent
over 3 years ago by Steve MerrittAs we are now living in a world that has been changed by the pandemic, your employee retention strategy must be better than ever. A pre-pandemic Retention Report by the Work Institue (2019) found that “one in three workers would voluntarily leave their job by 2023”. And this has only increased due to significant shifts in the market due to Covid-19. The effects of the pande...
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