Getting good grades and having a solid career trajectory are both important to your career as an accountant, but equally important is networking with those already in the field. Networking allows you to connect with both firms and potential mentors which can help launch your career or improve it in the future. Surgent’s Success […]
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Video: No. 1 reason to take the CPA Exam
What's the number one reason to take the CPA Exam? We talked to a millennial CPA who passed the CPA Exam and is currently working as an Accounting Manager. Watch her video to find out!
Video: Why accounting grads should take the CPA Exam after graduation
Graduating soon and thinking about taking the CPA Exam? Watch this video for why you should take the CPA Exam right after graduation.
Tips to stand up for yourself against bullying in the workplace
It’s time to put an end to the entire "Mean Girls" phenomenon that is still prevalent beyond high school – the kind that exists in the workplace. Read more for how to protect yourself and your coworkers from workplace bullying.
6 tips for getting an accounting job after graduation
As the “real world” encroaches, the pressure to find a job before graduation intensifies, especially when your classmates are sharing their employment plans. Don’t fret – not everyone has a job for after graduation. Here are 6 tips to keep in mind when looking for employment.
Why leadership is about coaching: 5 tips for new leaders
You'll need to demonstrate leadership skills to advance in your career, even if you're not currently a manager (leader). So how do you do so? You exercise some coaching! Here are 5 tips for coaching a team, and yourself, to victory.
Video: Why should accounting students become a CPA?
On the fence about taking the CPA Exam? Find out why the sacrifices you'll make now will be worth it in the future.
Health check: 7 steps to manage stress for accounting professionals
At the end of the day, it is crucial to remember what made you choose your job or profession; what drew you in is satisfaction and enjoyment. While any job at any level can be stressful, the trick is to keep the stress at a manageable level. Here are 7 tips to manage stress.
6 interview tips to help you land an accounting job
Don’t wait until you receive an interview request – start preparing now! Here are 6 tips that will help you ace an interview.