Humour in the workplace is a double-edged sword. It can have significant benefits, but it can also cause dysfunction. Appropriate fun follows these five guidelines.
Most controllers expect and are expected to shape and execute strategic priorities. Yet, few companies clearly define a path for controllers to take on greater responsibility, a Deloitte report shows.
As the role of the CFO evolves, emotional intelligence, or EI, is becoming a vital leadership skill. These tips can help CFOs use EI to complement their greater influence in setting an organisation’s strategy.
Paul Denhart, ACMA, CGMA, outlines the unexpected responsibilities finance professionals may take on when they take an assignment in an emerging economy. He also provides tips on making it a success.
US CFOs spend about 15% of their workweek resolving staff personality conflicts. Making sure employees work well together is an essential skill for a CFO, but it can be a trying task.
Millennials bring new talents and priorities to organisations. Our experts share how experienced finance leaders can best work with these innovative and confident employees.
Britain’s withdrawal from the EU would reduce the talent pool available to UK organisations. Here are four questions leaders should ask to assess their organisation’s needs and build a robust talent pipeline.
Worries about people they work with cause CFOs more sleepless hours than cybersecurity threats or customer complaints – regardless of where in the world they lie awake.
Sharing knowledge should not be seen as a quid pro quo activity. Pauline Le, CPA, CGMA, vice president of finance at Birkman International, offers advice on sharing without expectation.
One-fourth of employees in a new survey say financial problems have affected their performance at work. Employers can take steps to help staff with financial wellbeing so that productivity doesn’t suffer.
Wim Van der Stede, a professor at the London School of Economics, explains how boards can put together compensation packages that promote the sustainable performance of the business.
Survey data show that at least 20% of workers plan to find other jobs in the coming year. Some regularly look for work no matter their employment status, but some say perks such as casual dress might cause them to stay.
Trish Shannon, CPA, CGMA, CFO of the AARP Foundation, encourages not-for-profits to take the long view when hiring, both during recruiting and after hard-won talent has begun its work.
It’s not that difficult to make a good impression when you’re applying for an open position. Just heed these tips and avoid the most common job search mistakes.
