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Preparing for CPE compliance
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April 1, 2024
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.
Planning for the worst
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December 4, 2023
CPA firm owners face a never-ending stream of challenges. Learn how to plan for the unexpected in a way that protects clients and staff.
Wake-up call for the profession
October 30, 2023
We can’t continue with business as usual if we want to attract and retain the best talent. Here are five suggestions for addressing these challenges.
Renew and report by Dec. 31
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October 1, 2023
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.
Corporate CPAs want the deets on active vs inactive
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August 1, 2023
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.
Am I eligible for the BOA’s retired status?
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May 30, 2023
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.
Developing a succession plan in today’s world
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May 30, 2023
This article cover four aspects of a succession plan: developing a succession plan, compensating the retiring partner or partners, transitioning clients and transitioning firm management.
The MNCPA and its members — a symbiotic relationship
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May 30, 2023
Get insight and news from MNCPA leadership about the organization and professional issues.
Beyond the numbers: The power of executive presence for finance professionals
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March 29, 2023
You work hard to understand complex financial models, analyze data and make informed decisions that drive business success. But have you ever considered the importance of your executive presence?
Don’t beat around the bush this June 30!
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March 29, 2023
Learn about important news from the Minnesota Board of Accountancy. Monthly topics include rules, CPE requirements, CPA exam information, licensing, and more.
How to address three common staffing challenges
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March 29, 2023
In the annual survey of MNCPA public practice members, 45% of respondents said their top concern this tax season was not having enough staff to complete the work.
Talent pipeline is the issue of our day
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March 29, 2023
Get insight and news from MNCPA leadership about the organization and professional issues.
CPA exam set to change in 2024
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January 31, 2023
Spread the word! For those who have already taken one or multiple parts of the exam, encourage them to complete (and pass) all four sections of the current exam to get ahead of the change.
Forgetting firm permit renewal: How bad is it?
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November 29, 2022
Forget the small stuff. Here’s why forgetting to renew your firm permit for 2023 is a very big deal.
Networking: How to make meaningful, in-person connections in 3 easy steps
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November 29, 2022
Networking is about making contact with people and exchanging information, ideally to the mutual benefit of everyone. Here are tips to successfully work any room.
The power of a new day
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November 29, 2022
Get insight and news from MNCPA leadership about the organization and professional issues.
Refresh your leaders with sabbaticals
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September 30, 2022
Increasing numbers of employers are offering sabbatical leave to combat burnout and inspire employee retention. Read about the experiences of MNCPA members who have taken sabbaticals.
3 questions every business owner needs to address in their succession plan
August 31, 2022
When it comes to succession planning, most business owners probably realize there are many important factors at play. But what exactly do they need to address during the process?
Automatic CPA certificate revocation is a thing of the past
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July 28, 2022
Legislation passed in 2022 eliminates the automatic revocations requirement after two years of not renewing and allows the lapsed certificate to show up as expired.
Hanging your shingle
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July 28, 2022
Have you ever thought of running your own shop? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit? Does the thought of risk not scare you? Then making this move can be awesome.
How to fix the leaky CPA pipeline
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July 28, 2022
Additional recruitment efforts won’t resolve staffing shortages if retention issues aren’t fixed first.
Please, keep being you
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July 28, 2022
Get insight and news from MNCPA leadership about the organization and professional issues.
Breaking myths about neurodiversity
July 7, 2022
Neurodiversity has always been around, but we’re only just starting to realize how we can support neurodiverse people and take advantage of their skills.
CPA Evolution will impact today’s interns; how can organizations prepare?
June 10, 2022
Leaders may want to engage with human resource teams to consider how CPA Evolution will impact their approach to talent acquisition moving forward.
Carrying credits back? We’ve got your back
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May 25, 2022
While fixing a CPE shortage isn’t the end of the world, it’s still a compliance mishap. Don’t delay; the noncompliance fees add up.
Managing your EX (employee experience)
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May 25, 2022
In a tight labor market, the employee experience becomes a major part of your recruitment and retention strategy. Employers must define and articulate what makes them stand out from other employers.
Overcome the martyrdom of the profession
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May 25, 2022
Here are changes that can help curb death by a thousand paper cuts in your A&A practice.
Dealing with too many ‘quick questions?’
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March 29, 2022
You might think interruptions are just a fact of life when you are an accountant, but for the sake of maximizing productively and maintaining your well-being, it’s important to set boundaries.
Keep the CPE flowing ahead of June 30
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March 29, 2022
Stay in the know with this helpful flowchart that outlines CPE requirements and certificate renewal information.
Opportunities lie ahead for the profession
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March 29, 2022
Get insight and news from MNCPA leadership about the organization and professional issues.
Is there a silver lining to the Great Resignation?
February 7, 2022
Here are five recommendations to implement now to help mitigate a stressful busy season due to staff shortages.
Your client is interested in an ESOP: Why do they need a feasibility study?
February 3, 2022
An ESOP can be a great way for a business owner to transition their business and give back to their employees, but it’s not ideal for everyone. Before you move forward, it’s wise to crunch some numbers to make sure it is a viable option.
Communication drives everything
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January 27, 2022
Adapt your communication style to meet others where they are.
Rise to the challenge of the moment
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January 27, 2022
Get insight and news from MNCPA leadership about the organization and professional issues.
Striving to make accounting cool
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January 27, 2022
MNCPA board member, Boz Bostrom, publishes his first novel, ‘The New Start’.
Tax survey respondents share telltale signs of busy season
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January 27, 2022
Once again, we’re in the midst of busy season. For some, it’s as though it never ended.
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