Mastering the Art of Making the Business Case for Change These nine steps will help leaders strengthen their business cases and move their initiatives forward.

GEN NEXT: Delante Greer, ChFEBC Pivoting from a career in law enforcement to financial planning isn’t as drastic as one might think—for this young professional, it’s still about helping and protecting people.

Is Growth Overrated? ‘Lifestyle’ Accounting Firm Owners Redefine Success A growing number of accounting firm owners are making the intentional choice to align their professional and personal lives, with priority tilting toward their out-of-office interests.

How CPAs Can Protect Their Aging Clients Each year, millions of aging Americans fall victim to some type of financial fraud scheme. Here’s how CPAs can play a vital role in serving as their first line of defense.

The CPA’s Legal Duty to Protect Vulnerable Clients Under the Adult Protective Services Act, Illinois CPAs have a legal duty to report suspected abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation of their vulnerable clients.

Succession Planning Strategies Every Firm Leader Should Consider Don't leave your greatest asset to chance. Start planning early to ensure your accounting firm prospers under new leadership.

IN PLAY: Randy Crabtree, CPA With a storied career built on the success of chasing his passions, this specialty tax expert and podcast host advocates for finding another way forward for the profession.

GEN NEXT: Ivory Pineda, CPA From “rolling store girl” in the Philippines to earning her CPA credential in the United States, this young professional makes it her mission to showcase accounting’s opportunities.

Pressing the Pause Button on Leadership Goals Though it may seem counterintuitive, slowing down to take a pause can have you moving further and faster toward your professional development and leadership goals.