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Burnout: What athletes can teach companies about performance, sustainability
A wellbeing expert explains the lessons business leaders can learn from athletes and highlights the importance of open conversations around mental health.FRC publishes 3-year strategy and 2025-26 budget
Also, the IASB issues amendments to standards for reporting on nature-dependent electricity contracts.Working with images in Excel
Excel has several features that relate to images — from extracting data from picture files, using the IMAGE function, to use with PivotTables.How to find meaning in your work
Finding significance within your job role can be a starting point to developing purpose that can increase motivation, productivity, and personal happiness.Vacancies in the UK experience steepest drop in four years
Uncertainty lingers in the UK as permanent staff appointments decline at an accelerated pace, according to a monthly report from KPMG and the Recruitment and Employment Confederation.FRC proposes revisions to pensions standard
Also, the UK government rolls out service to facilitate targeted government support for SMEs.China’s economy in 2025: Finance leaders’ insights and expectations
While China’s economy continues back to growth, other Asian markets are increasingly drawing interest from Chinese and Western businesses.5-day office mandates could surge quitting rates
Two-thirds of recruiters say they have seen an increase in candidates looking for new jobs from companies mandating five days a week in a central office.Artificial intelligence ROI exceeds expectations for many
More than half of organisations identified as leaders are seeing a strong return on investment from artificial intelligence adoption.Finance executives upbeat about US economy in 2025, survey says
Optimism about the US economy rebounded significantly among finance decision-makers, according to a new AICPA & CIMA survey. Revenue and profit forecasts are up, along with expansion and hiring plans.How ESG reporting can drive value creation
A study of a leading Netherlands bank offers management accountants four examples of best practice to take the lead in supporting their companies’ ESG journey.FRC publishes annual review of Corporate Governance Code reporting
Also, the International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board issues pronouncements on mineral resources.Steps to take to build business resilience
A risk management expert shares insights on how management accountants can contribute to building their company’s strategic and operational resilience.10 tips to overcome meeting anxiety
To deal with this common issue, make sure you prepare well, ask questions during the meeting, and look for ways to include other participants.IFRS publishes sustainability disclosure guidance
Also, IFAC comments on the IAASB’s recent sustainability standard.4 actions for CFOs to stay ahead on ESG
CFOs should understand the interplay between sustainability risks, opportunities, impacts, and value creation — and regulations and reporting requirements.Transformation: CFOs look to evolve alongside their organisations
FP&A has become a priority for finance leaders in the past year, as 61% in a recent survey say they have bought FP&A software.Global Women to Watch recognition launched by AICPA & CIMA
The awards acknowledge the contributions of emerging and experienced leaders in the accounting profession. Nominations are accepted through mid-January.IFRS highlights global progress on climate disclosures
Also, the IASB proposes revisions to a standard focused on measuring provisions on company balance sheets.
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