Tax CPAs, are the unsung heroes of deadlines, but in Florida, it feels like tax season never ends. Florida CPAs have taken Embrace the Grind to a new level with all the filing extensions in the last number of years. 🔚 Since 2018, extensions from hurricanes and COVID-19 have kept Florida CPAs in overdrive. Let’s recap: Hurricane Michael (2018) pushed October deadlines to [...]
So, it’s time to move on to your next career chapter with another firm. Ever wonder when’s the right time to push for a salary above the posted range? I’ve seen candidates try it at the end of the hiring process and that can make for a disastrous outcome. In 2025, more folks are negotiating—44% of hiring managers say so (Robert Half, Dec [...]
First there were blue collar and white-collar jobs. Ever come across "new collar jobs"? Coined by IBM’s former CEO Ginni Rometty, it’s the buzzword for roles blending technical skills with hands-on know-how—no four-year degree needed. In 2025, it’s reshaping work across industries. So, what’s behind this phenomenon? 🤔 These jobs—think cybersecurity analysts, cloud technicians, or advanced manufacturing—prioritize ability over credentials. The U.S. Bureau [...]
It's April 15th. 2025 Tax season is a wrap*—heartfelt respect to CPAs and tax professionals who powered through filing season. You’ve navigated a labyrinth of filings and client demands. Anyone who's been through it knows it's like making sausage. Not a pretty process but in the end it's done & not too bad. 🌠A special nod to Florida CPAs still at it—hurricanes [...]
Ever wonder what’s behind an interviewer’s silence either before asking a question or following your answer? Is it a thoughtful pause from someone who speaks slowly, or a deliberate test to see how you hold up? I’ve seen both during the CPA & finance exec hiring process—here’s how to handle either one. ⏸️ First things first. Don’t let it shake you it might [...]
Ever wonder why candidates vanish mid-hiring process? It’s a growing headache—40% of recruiters now report no-shows for interviews (Recruiter, April 2, 2025), up from 28% a few years back (Indeed, 2021). What’s fueling this trend? ⛽ The numbers hint at frustration—65% of candidates dread virtual-only interviews (SHRM, April 3, 2025). One possible contributing factor? Endless Zoom calls (virtual) wear thin. On top of [...]
Very common question - how long should my resume be—a quick one-pager or a sprawling CV? Honestly, it depends (former tax guy lingo). A resume is a concise snapshot of your career—typically one to two pages—while a CV dives deep into academic and professional history, often stretching longer for academic & medical positions, graduate programs, fellowships & grants. For most pros, recruiters want [...]
Are employers beginning to become more employee centric? To that end, workplace wellness programs are experiencing a notable surge, reflecting a commitment to employee health that extends beyond the paycheck and traditional health benefits. It seems organizations are beginning to increasingly prioritize comprehensive well-being—30% of U.S. firms have expanded these offerings this year (PNC Bank, March 26, 2025). Today’s programs encompass fitness, mental [...]
More and more, I’m hearing finance professionals share that they are tired of working remotely and would like to get back to the office. Maybe not five days per week, 3/2 or 4/1 hybrid seem to be the sweet spots. But another related sentiment is popping up. I’m seeing candidates beginning to hit the wall with virtual interviews, so I did a little [...]
Couple times per year I like to look at the makeup of the current workforce. Who is in the workforce now and who is coming down the pike. Today’s workplace is truly a generational mashup— so here’s the lineup card for most companies: ➡️Boomers: Born 1946-1964, now 61-79 y/o ➡️Gen X: 1965-1980, 45-60 y/o ➡️Millennials: 1981-1996, 29-44 y/o ➡️Gen Z: 1997-2012, 13-28 y/o [...]