National Inclusion Week: 23-29 September 2024
23-29 September 2024 is National Inclusion Week. Many employers feel that it is important to have a diverse range of people in their workforce because the diversity can improve how the business performs. Having a lot of cloned employees can lead to poor decision making. Recruiting from only a few parts of society just limits…
5 Finance Career Myths Demystified
In today’s job market, a finance career often carries with it a stigma of being boring or overly complex. Many people envision finance professionals buried in spreadsheets, crunching numbers in solitary confinement. However, the reality couldn’t be further from this misconception. Finance is a dynamic field with diverse opportunities for those willing to explore it….
AAT Exam Success Guide: 4 Tips for Distance Learners
Are you a distance learning student preparing for your AAT exams? Navigating online education while gearing up for important assessments can be challenging. Fear not! In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore personalised strategies tailored to distance learners, ensuring you’re well-equipped for AAT exam success. Understanding the Challenge of Distance Learning Distance learning poses unique challenges,…
Embracing Lifelong Learning
Embracing the Joy of Learning I have a confession to make – I love learning! I am always intrigued and interested in finding out about new things and enjoy the challenge of mastering new skills. One of the great joys of my life these days is learning Italian. Progress is not rapid as I only…
Mastering Procrastination: 10 Simple Strategies for Success
Do you often find yourself delaying important tasks, only to regret it later? Procrastination can be a significant obstacle, especially when you’re juggling accounting studies or the life of an apprentice. But fear not! I’ve got your back with some seriously effective strategies to help you start acing your game. You’ll be mastering procrastination in…
How Technology Is Shaping Accounting
The world of accounting (as with many other sectors) is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by rapid advancements in technology. So, as technology is evolving, we must also evolve, by adapting the ways in which we currently study and work. When I studied for my AAT qualification, everything was paper-based – I attended monthly lectures,…
