If there’s anything we learned from millennials, it’s that the accounting profession must adapt to their lifestyle, and constantly strive to keep them happy and motivated. And, just like millennials today, a new generation – centennials – is coming in just five short years, representing the future of accounting. Born in 2000 or later, centennials… Continue Reading
Quality customer service seems to be few and far between these days. The “mom and pop” stores that once offered that personal touch and warm, homey feeling seem to be the days of yore, replaced by large stores and companies who either offer little help, or act rude, pushy or careless when they do assist… Continue Reading
As the NBA draft is fast approaching, the NBA landscape looks as big and bold as ever, filled with opulent opportunity, swirling stories and rapid rumors. And, the NBA and its fans wouldn’t have it any other way, with the draft looming and a highly anticipated offseason to follow. From the awful way Cavs owner… Continue Reading
This NBA playoffs has been nothing short of awful. No matter how far I look, or how much I want to say otherwise, it’s practically an unavoidable truth. With only one series left – which features the easily predictable third straight meeting between the Cavs and the Dubs – is there anything left to salvage this… Continue Reading
In sports, business and life, our outlook on results often comes down to one question: Did we win or lose? It all harkens back to those infamous words from the legendary Jim McKay from the Wide World of Sports Intro 1978: “The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat.” While it’s one of my… Continue Reading
With another NBA season in the books and the playoffs set to begin tomorrow, it’s time to reflect on some of the takeaways and surprises of the 2016-17 campaign. #1: The Transformation of James Harden It was hard for me to not put Russell Westbrook #1, but I just can’t ignore the complete turnaround of… Continue Reading
As the Final Four nears and I reflect on my bracket, a few thoughts jump out: Wow, all these red marks (for losses) remind me of the nightmarish red ink from my grade school papers, and whoa, this tourney was even more unpredictable than I thought. And, as I begin to remove the bracket pool bookmarks… Continue Reading
It may sound cliché, but the little things in life truly bring me the most happiness. Take my granddad, for instance. This is a man I’ve always looked up to and called my hero. From him tossing me into the air as a baby, to watching planes take off, to epic card showdowns, to seemingly… Continue Reading
After getting inspired from Solution14 keynote speaker Susan Solovic who spoke about marketing and branding, it became apparent just how many opportunities the younger generation has to reach growth and success at their firms or companies. Here’s my take on 5 strategies for the younger generation to grow and succeed: Failure is Okay Bill Gates… Continue Reading
