The Vital Role of Seamless Internal Communications When occupational fraud occurs within an organization, it is not a surprise that the root cause of the fraud was due to deficient internal controls. However, what does “internal controls” mean to all parties involved at an organization? Accountants should know what “internal controls” are, but does this concept resonate with the personnel within the sales o ...

With millennials constituting a significant chunk of the workforce, it is important for employers to avoid preconceived notions about this generation. Leaders should stay focused on the future and recognize that asking the right questions can encourage self-reflection among employees. To read the full article in Quartz at Work, click: Steps for Becoming a Better Leader for Millennial Employees. ...

Know What You are Doing Creating or renovating a firm’s website is often a major undertaking. Because years can pass before a website is redone, it is easy to overlook key steps or strategies—and to underestimate the amount of time and effort it will require. ...

Should You? In this article, Dr. Frederiksen discusses why firms are outsourcing and answers five questions regarding when it makes sense to outsource this service. ...

Tips for Achieving Your Financial New Year's Resolutions The odds are against people who make New Year's resolutions, with research suggesting that less than half of resolutions will be kept six months later.  Here are tips for following through on financial objectives, beginning with setting goals that are specific, measurable, and realistic. To read the full article in CNBC, click: How to Make Your Financ ...