From The Foundation Chair: Wrapping Up 2017
As 2017 comes to a close, I want to thank each of you again for your continued support of The Foundation and wish you a Blessed Holiday Season.
The Joy of the Season
No one ever won an award for attending the most Christmas parties, sending out the most Christmas cards, making the most Christmas candies or buying the most presents. Simplify and slow down!
2018 Salary Trends: Salaries are Changing – are you?
The finance and accounting labor market will continue to evolve in 2018: unemployment is decreasing, demand for talent is going up, availability of candidates is going down, and salaries are rising.
Spend a Little, Grow a Lot: 5 ideas for your chapter marketing budget
Whether you have a small budget, with little to spend, or money to spend but not sure how to spend it, here are a few suggestions that will be worth the investment.
President’s Message: The Only Constant is Change
The only constant is change – we can’t escape it. But the mechanism that always keeps AFWA steady and true, is its commitment to be relevant and to give value to all its members.
2017 AFWA Chapter Achievement Awards
AFWA Chapters work hard to plan successful events, recruit members, and develop communications – and deserve recognition for the great things they are doing! Congratulations to these 2017 AFWA Chapter Achievement Award recipients!
2017 AFWA Women Who Count Award Recipients
This year’s recipients demonstrate a drive to take on challenges and strive for success. They are leaders in their companies and communities. They’ve earned the trust and respect of their clients and peers. And they show enthusiasm toward their career and the accounting and finance industry as a whole.
5 Reasons to Seek Out a Mentor
As you start your career, you will hear everywhere and from almost everyone that you should have a mentor. The LEAP Council shares how having a mentor can be a benefit to your career.
LEAP Spotlight: Edronda Guiriba
There were many times while studying that I was frustrated and burnt out. I could have easily given up. In the end I am so glad I didn’t. Obtaining my CPA license has been one of my best achievements!
Mindful Movement at Work
By infusing short breaks of movement and time outdoors into a workday, a person can sustain higher energy levels, more whole-person health and increased happiness.