Millennials had leaders scratching their heads when they first entered the workforce in the late 1990s. As they step into leadership roles, millennials have the potential to reshape the workplace and redefine the future of work. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the...

If you are a manager wanting your team to kick more goals, it may be time to put on your coach's hat. Coaching requires a different skill set to traditional management, but there are certain rules that can help you put coaching into action. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career...

Studies have linked high-quality financial reporting with a strong culture of ethics, but accounting for the grey areas remains a challenge.  Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key insights into strategic thought leadership and expert analysis. ...

Workplace ethics can play a crucial role in an organisation’s success, with ethical businesses often outperforming their unethical counterparts financially and in employee retention. Experts explain how to cultivate an ethical workplace culture and reap the benefits. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including...

Despite being regularly written off, independent bookstores have refused to follow a conventional plot, instead proving their place and purpose. What is their secret to success and what lessons do they hold for other retailers? Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the...

Even the most senior leaders need to seek feedback, coaching and support in their roles. Two experts discuss the benefits of peer mentoring. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key insights into strategic thought leadership and expert analysis. ...

Venting with colleagues may feel good in the moment, but it can also have a negative effect on workplace culture. Two experts offer constructive alternatives to complaining in the workplace. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key insights into...

Public speaking experts offer advice to help accountants and finance professionals deliver effective presentations and overcome their fear of public speaking. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key insights into strategic thought leadership and...

Burnout can drain energy, kill productivity and leave sufferers feeling disengaged and helpless. While there are strategies to avoid burnout, it is important to know what to do when it happens. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key insights into...

The latest review of the Franchising Code of Conduct recommends greater protections for franchisees in Australia. Accountants will play a vital role in guiding clients through the proposed changes. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key insights...

Australian policymakers are looking to follow most other countries and implement anti-money laundering measures for accountants to comply with Financial Action Taskforce standards, as an estimated US$800 billion to US$2 trillion is laundered globally every year.  Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including...

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is set to change the way we do business, and accounting is no exception. There are already many firms starting to see the possibilities of how it can assist with day-to-day financial tasks, but caution is required. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business,...

In serving the public interest, professional accountants are required to put aside their own, but conflicts may still arise. In this first instalment of our ethics column, Simon Longstaff FCPA from The Ethics Centre explains how to handle perceived conflicts of interest at work. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of...

Cognitive bias is hardwired into our brains to help us navigate daily information overload. While it can be very useful, it can also result in inaccuracies not being identified until it is too late. For accounting, the consequences can be disastrous. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career...

As Australia faces major economic challenges, carefully planned thoughtful tax reform could be an important part of the solution. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key insights into strategic thought leadership and expert analysis. CPA...

Gross domestic product (GDP) and inflation are closely linked, but they don’t always reflect overall economic health. Various governments, countries and organisations have alternative GDP measures that can provide a more holistic view. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development...

Being asked to do or say something that misaligns with our core values can be both stressful and distressing. However, there are ways to navigate these situations with professionalism and integrity. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and offer key...

Generative artificial intelligence has the potential to transform business, but with so many ethical questions at play, accountants must balance professional scepticism with reaping the benefits of these game-changing tools. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the...

Continuing professional development and learning are vital for professionals who want to future-proof their careers. Sometimes, however, the competing needs to advance a professional skill set and balance professional and personal lives may prompt people to prioritise speed over quality. It is vital for professionals to recognise upskilling as a continuous endeavour, rather than a knee-jerk reaction to a knowledge gap. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out...

The disruption of the past few years has driven multiple shifts in dynamic within the employment market. Recruiting the right candidate can be difficult in an employment landscape that faces both skills and talent shortages. While a wealth of employment opportunities exist, recruiters have struggled to match the available talent with the vacant roles. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA...

In the “post-truth” era, objective facts can be overshadowed by misinformation, manipulation and personal beliefs. More than ever, accountants need skills in three key areas – ethics, critical thinking and trust. Developing skills in each of these areas has long been fundamental to the accounting profession. However, new challenges are emerging alongside technological advancement, which indicate that they should be front-of-mind when acting as trusted advisers. Listen to the full episode. ...

Mid-career accounting and finance professionals are in a unique position – they have amassed considerable skills and experience, but still have many years left in the workforce before retirement. According to a 2022 OECD report, however, before retirement mid-career professionals are less likely than early career professionals to undertake training and upskilling. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles...

The role of the CFO has evolved significantly over the years. No longer is the CFO just a “numbers” person. Today, they are required to have a diverse set of skills to navigate the changing landscape for businesses. Listen to the full episode. Click to read the article INTHEBLACK Out Loud brings you a curated selection of audio articles from CPA Australia’s award-winning magazine, INTHEBLACK. Stories span a wide range of topics, including business, career development and the economy, and...

There will be occasions in people’s professional lives when they have the difficult task of delivering bad news. They may need to deliver it to clients, staff, colleagues and even their managers – in person or remotely, one-on-one or to teams. While it may be tempting to rush, the delivery may have a dramatic impact on the recipient. Effective communication skills are essential. What is said, how and where all need to be carefully planned. It is also well worth anticipating and preparing...