Everybody knows about the talent gap the accounting profession is experiencing with accounting major graduates, which is caused by stagnant wages and a lack of education about career paths. Meanwhile, existing accountants are also exiting the profession entirely. Amid this pipeline crisis, firms are beginning to look inward to solve the problem. 

Nicknames are abundant in today's workplace, but are they helpful in fostering a healthy work culture?  According to recent research by Zhe Zhang and Shuili Du, close to nine out of 10 U.S. adults have either been called by a nickname at work or seen someone else be called by a nickname. The report asks how using nicknames affects staff’s experience at work.

A recent survey by Resume Builder shows that over half (51%) of firms currently use artificial intelligence (AI) in their hiring processes. More firms are expected to get on board with the technology. By the end of 2025, 68% of firms will use AI to recruit new talent. Bigger companies are also more likely to adopt these technologies.