Posts by Ronda Burchard
What Are The Challenges Your CFO Might Be Facing
The C-Suite can be an intense place; “With great power comes great responsibility” has never been a truer statement. The individuals steering the company ship juggle many duties, the most important of which is ensuring the business doesn’t go under. Not a responsibility to skip out on! Without their leadership, a company would flounder until…
Read MoreHow To Ask For A Promotion
Asking for a promotion can be a truly intimidating event. You know a promotion is deserved, you know you are qualified, and yet sitting down with a superior and arguing your case is a gigantic leap. It can be difficult to make yourself feel vulnerable, especially to higher-ups in your company. However, asking for a…
Read MoreCPA Exam Resources
Studying for a CPA exam is no small task. With the test lasting 14 hours, an immense amount of studying must be put in to test preparation in order to see passing results. Because the task at hand is so large, it can be difficult to ensure you are studying the most comprehensive resources available.…
Read More4 CPA Benefits
The decision to become a CPA can be a difficult one to make; the process toward earning a CPA license is of course known as being one of the more difficult professional pursuits. The certification test is no breeze, and the costs associated with earning the title can be intimidating. However, a CPA license can…
Read MoreHow Many Hats Does Your CFO Wear?
Being a company’s CFO might come with the flashy title, but it also comes with significant responsibilities. Sure, every employee has their own key responsibilities (if they didn’t, there wouldn’t be a reason to have them on payroll), but CFO responsibilities directly impact the success and continued success of a company. Without a skilled CFO…
Read MoreIs Career Coaching For You
When it comes to big changes in your career, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and anxious. A lot of decisions come into play, and it can be difficult to see the full picture. Career coaching can be just what you are looking for. These trained professionals offer an unbiased opinion and work as a sounding…
Read MoreHow to Squash Career Change Anxiety
Leaving one job for a new opportunity can be undeniably nerve-wracking. After all, it’s a big step to determine your career path needs to change its course. The decision to leave could be as easy as flipping a switch, or it could be a decision that takes some mulling over to ultimately reach a decision.…
Read MoreTop Career Posts of 2015
Looking to start 2016 with maximum career motivation? You’re in luck! We’ve compiled a few of our favorite career blog posts over the past year that address a variety of career topics, ranging from consulting to financial job search resources. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to receive monthly updates from Burchard &…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Employee Recognition
The holidays are time to reflect and give thanks for the important people in your life. Family and friends gather together to spend time, honor traditions, and make new memories. This season of gratitude is the perfect time to also reflect on whether your employees and direct reports are also aware of the importance they…
Read MoreFinding a Job Over 50
Finding a job over 50 has its challenges; some studies show it can take older job searchers 5-10 weeks longer to land a new job compared to their younger counterparts. This timeline is especially problematic for workers who face threats of downsizing and unemployment. How is this the case when many of these professionals bring 20-30…
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