Professionalism
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Professionalism

We can all relate to the Miriam-Webster dictionary definition of a profession as: a calling requiring specialized knowledge and often long and intensive academic preparation. But for a CGA, the term takes on an elevated meaning to achieve a synthesis of the technical aspects with the softer skills all bound up with a dedication to providing an exceptionally high level of service to the public.

 
 

Recommended Resources


Mar26
Identifying Career Opportunities
Career opportunities can be hard to identify. This article will help you recognize them by using a thoughtful and deliberate approach.

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Mar26
Positioning Yourself for Career Advancement
This article provides you with some steps to showcase yourself as opportunities for promotion become available within your current employment, even if your company does not put focus on succession planning and career development.

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Mar26
6 Secrets to Writing A Great Cover Letter
The title says it all. Great tips are included within this article on how to make your cover letter stand out.

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Feb26
2011 National Business Ethics Survey
This annual survey, by the Ethics Resource Centre, revealed both ominous warning signs of a potentially significant ethics decline ahead as well as some positive news when it comes to employee reporting.

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Feb26
Mid-sized Firms Need to be in Consulting
You’re a mid-sized accounting firm that’s never considered making a significant commitment to developing a consulting side. Why not, argues this article in Accounting Today?

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CGA Learning Products


Jan1
Critical Thinking: Gaining Buy-in and Commitment — On Demand
As human beings we tend to make assumptions and jump to conclusions without looking for required information or alternative solutions. Utilizing real-world examples, exercises, and tips, this webcast will help you improve your critical thinking skills and outline how to apply these skills to make better decisions in all areas.

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Jan1
Positive Networking ® — Refresh and Recharge Your Skills — On Demand
Join positive networking experts Gayle Hallgren-Rezac and Judy Thomson and discover how to stay connected with one of the most valuable assets you have — your network. Learn how to build a diverse strategic network to tap into for valuable information, insight, and advice.

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Jan1
Career Progression, Part 1: Take Control of Your Path — On Demand
Take control of your career path and sharpen your skills for future job market opportunities. Join Jennifer Gervès-Keen in this first webcast of the Career Progression Series, where you will gain tools such as goal setting, reviewing current resume techniques, and employer expectation that will help you be successful in your career transition.

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Jan1
Career Progression, Part 2: Job Search Skills and Techniques — On Demand
Take control of your career path and sharpen your skills for future job market opportunities. Join Jennifer Gervès-Keen in this second webcast of the Career Progression Series, where you will gain further knowledge, such as job search techniques, interview skills, and networking that will help you be successful in your career transition.

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Jan1
Leading Successful Change — On Demand
Given today’s pace and scope of innovation and constant transition, knowing how to manage and implement significant change within an organization is essential. Join Chris Edgelow in this engaging and highly practical webcast where he will provide an overview of what is required to ensure changes yield the desired results.

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