Summer Bucket List

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When the sun’s out, the fun’s out! Now is the time to gather your family and friends for fun outdoor activities. Make the most of the warm weather in Manitoba with this summer bucket list! 1. Go berry-picking You’re in for a sweet treat at Cormier’s Berry Patch! Check the website for strawberry-picking tips and… Read more »

Spring Refresh for Professional Success

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Peace of Mind Hiring: The Right Hire Makes All the Difference Mercer Bradley

Spring cleaning involves clearing out the things you no longer need to make room for the things that you want. This is an excellent approach to refresh your career and take steps to increase your professional success. Taking the time for a spring refresh on your professional success paves the way for learning and development…. Read more »

Part 3: Reporting Financial Information to Non-Accountants

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Redefining the Value of Work: Managing the Employer-Employee Relationship

Employees who are skilled at their non-accounting and finance jobs typically lack training and experience working with financial data. Many of these employees are intimidated by financial data because they dislike math. Others believe they do not need to look at the company’s numbers because they are not responsible for the financials. However, employees in… Read more »

How to Navigate the Emotions of Being a Leader

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Being a leader takes work. You must monitor your employees’ mental health, show compassion and sensitivity, provide flexibility, and deliver results. These actions require a high amount of emotional labour. Emotional labour is the effort required to maintain a professional image when your actions do not align with your feelings. For instance, even though you… Read more »

Part 1: The Importance of Why Canadian Workers Need an Upskilling Strategy That Focuses on Soft Skills

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Redefining the Value of Work: Managing the Employer-Employee Relationship

Whether you are an employer or employee in Canada, upskilling is required for business and career success. Because the accounting and finance industry and client demands continue to evolve, companies and employees must evolve to stay competitive. Upskilling is required for employees to successfully perform their work. Upskilling helps employees remain employable in the job… Read more »

The Latest Accounting Trends as 2023 Begins

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Cybersecurity, climate concerns, sustainability and the increasing shortage of accountants have created increasing challenges for accounting professionals in Canada. These issues make accounting professionals’ work even more demanding. Learn more about the importance of these issues for accounting professionals in Canada in 2023.   Climate Impacts & Sustainability are Top of Mind As the global… Read more »

Decluttering Your Workspace: Start the Year on the Right Foot

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Vacationing 2021: Why This Might Be One of the Most Important Vacations You Take Mercer Bradley

If you feel unfocused and unproductive at work, take a look at your workspace. If your work area is cluttered, you probably have difficulty finding meeting notes, project plans, or other important information. This lack of organization could be contributing to your disengagement at work. Decluttering your workspace may be the best way to increase… Read more »

The Ultimate Holiday Bucket List

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Take part in these activities to enjoy the holiday season with family and friends!  1. Festive Lights Zoo Lights is back for more holiday magic! Enjoy the stunning light displays, treats, and live music and entertainment in a winter wonderland. December 1, 2022 – January 8, 2023 Sunday – Thursday 5 pm – 10 pm Friday… Read more »