I conducted a Google search today: “How to retain employees in a virtual environment.” Google ignored the virtual environment part and gave me a whole list of articles on employee retention. Ironically, one of the first results was a top 9 list, where number 1 was “adopt a remote work culture” (the article was a few years old). While for some, this may still hold true, but for many, this remote environment is much more than what we wished for.
Read MoreTo celebrate Women’s History Month, it is only fitting to highlight the glass-shattering ASWA leader, Miss Julia Norse, CPA. Julia Norse founded the Grand Rapids Chapter of ASWA in June 1943.
Read More2020 was a tough year, all the way around, for virtually everyone. In an effort to keep me grounded, thoughtful, and growing I did extensive research on Positive blogs for my mental and professional goals. I tried several throughout 2020, but in 2021 I am sticking with only one. This is the blog that I benefited the most from and look forward to the next version every single time I finish the current one.
Read MoreWe are three weeks into the start of a new year and now is the time our commitment to our new year resolutions tends to fade. That makes now a great time to re-evaluate those new year resolutions and goals you were considering on January 1st and consider a new approach. This year I wrote down 13 aspirations and goals, and I soon realized I had set some great expectations for the year without a roadmap for navigating them. Perhaps you have found yourself in the same situation?
Read MoreJoin the Grand Rapids Chapter of the Accounting and Financial Women's Alliance to learn about hiring and compensation trends in the industry.
Read MoreThanks to everyone who supported our scholarship fundraiser at the end of August with Barre Code GR ! Due to the generosity of our event sponsors and participants, we proudly raised about $760 for our scholarship!
Read MoreSocial distancing may mean the end of in-person networking events, but that’s no reason to stop actively building professional relationships! Instead of hitting the “pause” button, join us on April 22nd for a virtual, happy-hour style event, in which we’ll talk about strategies for growing your professional network in a virtual world.
Read MoreThe month of March celebrates National Women’s History Month. In the business realm, there is much to acknowledge about women’s success and growth in the workplace.
Read MoreIf you've ever wanted to contribute to your profession, develop connections within your community, and contribute to an organization that promotes women, we have just the opportunity for you! Apply today to join the Board of Directors for AFWA Grand Rapids.
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