Posts Tagged ‘Strength’
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Accounting: What Is Ours to Do?
The murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020 heightened many Americans’ awareness of the deeply rooted, systemic racism that has existed in our country since inception and continues to evolve over the years. As a profession that has been historically dominated by white people – white men, in particular, considering even today, women represent…
Read More5 ways to navigate the discomfort of change
As we emerge out of the cocoon we’ve all been living in the past year and a half, countless opportunities to transform your accounting firm await. However, opportunities usually don’t come without their challenges. As you make this shift into the future over the next few months, it’s likely that you’re already becoming aware of…
Read MoreCoaching cultures are inclusive cultures
We’re excited to hear a lot of talk about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in accounting firms around the world! Yet, the resounding theme we hear is, “This is hard!” Why does DEI feel so hard for accountants? Fostering an inclusive culture can be especially challenging at accounting firms because we usually want to solve the problem…
Read MoreHow can struggle make you a better leader?
Leaders struggle, too. By now, many of us have settled into a “new pandemic normal,” which basically means trying to move forward with our day-to-day responsibilities with zero clarity about what the future holds. Things are not getting easier, are they? Let’s take a step back for a moment and acknowledge the situation we are in.…
Read MoreNavigating fear in times of uncertainty
Ever since the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus a global pandemic, fear and uncertainty have been running rampant. Instead of getting unconsciously swept away in the tide of collective fear, we invite you to hit pause and reflect. In times of uncertainty, it’s easy to let fear and worry drive our thoughts,…
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