Career development

Using the performance review as a career booster

Preparation can turn a dreaded chore into a meaningful discussion of your future.

Debunking salary negotiation myths

Fear of failure can derail your negotiations, but doing homework and recognising your value can lead to a positive outcome.

The value of investing in yourself

Nigel Franklyn, CPA, CGMA, a finance leader at Prudential, shares insight on “living our best life”, how small changes can make a difference in performance, and why lunch matters.

5 tips for dealing with a boss who holds you back

Here are tips from experts on what to do if you feel your boss is holding you back in your professional development.

How to shine when you work remotely

Telecommuting doesn’t have to hurt your career. Here are ways remote workers can avoid being forgotten in a virtual environment.

How to create a standout CV

As technology changes the recruiting process, finance professionals will need to update how they use their CV to find jobs.

Keystone habits for professional success

For professionals, keystone habits, good or bad, are important because they affect productivity, mood, concentration, and relationships.

How management accountants can make partner

Armed with skills in finance, management, and strategy, management accountants are uniquely positioned for leadership roles in accounting firms. Partners in global firms share their journeys.

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The rise of the gig economy finance professional

The increasing need for specialist skills is boosting the market for interim senior finance professionals. Two seasoned finance professionals speak on how to make contract roles work.

Minor mistakes that are sabotaging your career

Here are a few of the small missteps experts see financial professionals making that can have a negative impact on a career in the long run.

In Focus: Be a star at your next conference

Just like at Cannes, finance and management conferences can help boost careers through speaking engagements and savvy schmoozing.

Taking a late-career leap

So how does one jump from company leader to adviser after the age of 50? We tapped several experts on how to successfully make this transition — and how to prepare for it.

Tiny career moves that make a big difference

Once you’ve figured out what your primary goals are, following these relatively small steps can make a big difference.

Boost your career with better listening skills

Empathy, silence, body language, and effort all come into play.

Consequences of ignoring employees’ career paths

Clearly communicated career progression, as well as competitive salary and promotion of work/life balance, can help organisations retain employees.

Finding fulfilment when your career plateaus

Making it to the top of the corporate ladder isn’t the only way to have a rewarding career.

Ask the expert: Education

Dimitrios N. Koufopoulos is the Programme Director of University of London’s online Global MBA and a visiting professor at Queen Mary, University of London.

On-demand career paths for current or aspiring CFOs

A startup culture allows ambitious finance professionals to challenge the traditional career path.

What makes a great CFO

A former chairman of Microsoft India says finance leaders must have courage, good character, and sound judgement.

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