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The 10 Biggest Business Mistakes: And How to Avoid Them

Leading Blog

Lawyer, CPA, and serial entrepreneur, Patrick Burke, says he has made most of these big mistakes and has (barely) lived to tell about it. Most entrepreneurs are imbued with a super-strong work ethic and boundless optimism. Most entrepreneurs are imbued with a super-strong work ethic and boundless optimism. Mistake #6: Think Big.

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Debbie Laskey On Mentoring

Eric Jacobson

He demonstrated an amazing work ethic, and that dedication has been part of my professional life since my first job. Also, since my father was a CPA, he was always reading about new tax laws, so he taught me at an early age to stay up-to-date on my industry and trends. My most important mentor has been my father.

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How Companies Can Take a Stand Against Bribery

Harvard Business Review

External standards can also be a powerful tool in support of those efforts, helping companies strengthen ethics and compliance practices by offering a clear framework for action. It also requires that the compliance function be staffed by those with the right skills, status, authority, independence, and resources.

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Never Trust, Always Verify

Leading with Trust

He’s not a CPA. An individual is trustwort hy when he/she is… Able —An able person demonstrates competence by having the knowledge, skills, and expertise for their particular job. They show good planning and problem-solving skills and they make sound, informed decisions. Would I trust Tim to prepare my tax returns?

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