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3 ways to project a professional presence
Projecting a professional presence is more than just donning your best outfit. Find out how to do it right.Businesses take action in escalating tariff tit-for-tat
Multinational companies have begun to respond to tariffs and tariff threats the US, Europe, and China have traded. But what bothers businesses even more is the uncertainty of a possible trade war.Leading and listening
New CIMA President Steven Swientozielskyj sets out his direction of travel.Using tech to get the customer experience right
Consumers expect a relatively fast, seamless buying experience. Companies say they understand this, but they can be more responsive, a survey shows.IASB seeks clarity between liabilities and equity
The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) is seeking comment on proposed guidance that seeks to clarify when a financial instrument should be classified as a liability or as equity.4 roles gaining popularity in finance
From ERP to FP&A, management accountants have opportunities to take on roles that are growing in prominence.How to improve workflow to achieve operational excellence
Process improvements in three key areas can improve workflow and provide finance with more time for value-added analysis and advisory duties.Financial reporting update: IFRS 17 in Parliament, IASB update, and more
Here’s a roundup of recent developments in the financial reporting world.CEOs have high hopes despite concerns
CEOs worldwide are very optimistic about economic growth, but concerns dampen their confidence about their own companies’ performance.Tariff talk worries some business executives
Potential trade conflicts between the US and its major economic partners give 38% of finance decision-makers reason for moderate or significant concern.Potential business opportunities from Korea talks
A new era of economic co-operation on the peninsula could offer significant competitive advantages for South Korean companies against the low-cost labour markets in China, Vietnam, and Malaysia.Functional beauty: Laying out a proper Excel model
Learn how to create Excel spreadsheet models that are easy to use and easy on the eye.3 strategies to transform leaders into better managers
As new technologies such as artificial intelligence are changing the finance function, finance leaders will have to rethink their role as manager. Here are three strategies.US companies keen on hiring, but they see fewer candidates
Two indicators of economic strength are colliding in the US: demand for employees at a time when the labour pool is almost dry.Going on leave doesn’t always mean disconnecting
Workers increasingly fail to disconnect from work while on holiday and turn up for work when ill.7 ways to master your interview technique
Recruiters offer advice for finance professionals to better present themselves when applying for a job.CFOs think finance is about to get more stressful
Stress on the job, which is already prevalent amongst finance professionals, is expected to increase, a global survey of CFOs suggests. These five tactics may help to calm down and focus.Why companies must reconsider rewards programmes
Younger generations of workers are seeking a customised approach to rewards. Companies that fail to adapt will have a harder time recruiting.Why soft skills are not optional for leaders
Some people equate soft skills with soft leaders, but the opposite is true, according to leadership speaker, author, and coach Jeff Nischwitz.
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