The chartered accounting profession faces an almost Darwinian scenario where its survival may depend on its ability to adapt to the changing environment in which it finds itself. Read the full article here.
DetailsReduce negative emotions. The ability to effectively manage our own negative emotions is key to ensuring they don’t overwhelm us and affect our judgement. To change the way we feel about a situation, we must first change the way we think about it. If a colleague does not return a call, you might think they…
DetailsEver noticed that the most accomplished people seem to add more accomplishments to their already glowing CVs, while the rest of us battle to shine at our 9−5? Bojane Segooa is one of that shiny set. She shares her knowledge and experience as a regular edu-tech conference speaker and was an honouree at last year’s…
DetailsHow best can you take advantage of future opportunities offered by an increasingly digital world? Move quickly, get with the change, and stay agile. The revolution cannot be ignored. Read the full article here.
DetailsThe skills required to deliver an effective auditing service are undergoing fundamental change and practitioners need to be aware of these if they wish to ensure continued relevance for themselves and to be of value to the industry. In the past, an auditor needed to have a good general knowledge of accounting (IFRS standards) tax…
DetailsWe tend to think that higher pay will always equate to higher levels of employee engagement. And yet research shows that’s not the case. What is employee engagement? According to Forbes’ Kevin Kruse, employee engagement is the emotional commitment the employee has to the organisation and its goals. Read the full article here.
DetailsWhat does the future of accounting look like? By Avika Ramdhani, Director: Accountants, Partners and Alliances at Sage The latest episode of the #NextGenAccounting podcast series explored this very question. Chatting to accounting lecturers and students from the University of Pretoria, it was agreed that accounting is no longer just a numbers game. It’s about…
DetailsBlue skies & sunshine – Mauritius maintains appeal for investment managers focused on Africa By Michael Denenga and Nicole Paige, Partners at Webber Wentzel Not just the ultimate holiday stop, Mauritius is also a preferred jurisdiction for fund managers looking to establish African-focused funds. A scenic island off the coast of Africa, Mauritius’ main competitive…
DetailsRecent events in both the public and private sectors are again highlighting the key role that proper succession planning plays in supporting any organisation’s sustainability, particularly when it comes to CEOs and governing-body chairs. Poor succession planning inevitably creates a leadership vacuum at both governing body and executive management level resulting in a loss of…
DetailsBusinesses and third parties share complex relations. While each will prioritise their own bottom line, they need each other in order to operate. But deciding to go into business with a company requires many background checks to ensure you are making a wise decision that will not put your company’s reputation at risk. It is…
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