RESUMELANGUAGE

CPA Continuing Education – Online Accounting Courses

Many professional careers require further education beyond the initial training and licensing. Some careers will offer a license that is essentially good forever, but this is rare in most industries. Things change, and in order to be the best at your career, you need to be able to get the CPA continuing education that you need on a regular basis so that you are informed about the latest and most critical changes and trends in accounting. There are many ways that you can take classes, but the internet is often the preferred source for today’s CPA continuing education seekers.

The internet makes training easier than ever before. You can do everything at your own pace and on your own time, allowing you to get the CPA continuing education that you need without having to make time in your busy schedule or worry about excessive traveling when you’re not able or willing to do so. You can learn the same things that you would learn in a typical course, but from the comfort of home and often for a much more affordable cost. There are a few things to keep in mind, though.

-Make sure you find a reliable and credible CPA continuing education provider. There are so many different services out there, and they are not all created equally. You need to do whatever it takes to make the most of your business, and don’t allow yourself to settle for less than the best.

-Track your continuing education requirements and accomplishments so that you don’t take the same course twice. In many instances, you will have to learn certain things at certain times, which means that you have to pay careful attention to the courses that you choose.

-Don’t take this training for granted. Many people think that they can wait until the last minute and squeeze in their CPA continuing education at once. Instead, as soon as your license renews, you should be figuring out a schedule to space out your training over the license period so that you aren’t cramming at the end or missing the deadline.

CPA continuing education courses online are a great choice for many. You will learn all of the same things at your own pace and whenever you’re able to study. You don’t have to drop everything to attend some class and you won’t have travel expenses to worry about. All of these things add up to make online CPA continuing education courses the perfect choice for anyone who needs to get their education requirements met quickly and efficiently.…

Forethought and Training Makes Managers

Senior management in every industry is well-known for setting-up our best skilled workers for failure. It is as if we are specifically trying to sabotage our own companies by reducing the workforce skill level and using poor management to try to fix it. A fancy new title and a raise does not a manger make. A top-notch management selection process and training program is the only road to ensure future success.

Leaders Make Great Managers:

The best worker does not make the best manager, the natural-born leader does. Though scholars continue to argue the finer details, it is widely accepted that “leaders are born and managers are made.” Leaders are followed. The directives of Managers are carried out. The Leader is the person spreading news from the grapevine, teaching trade tricks, and from whom co-workers seek advice. At breaks, the Leader can be found telling “there I was” stories with an attentive audience and organizing the weekend fishing trip or bar bash. The Manager is the person given that title by executives to be in charge of people, projects, and money.

In theory, anyone can be taught to manage well. Managers can be taught efficiency, organization, project flow, and even to earn the respect of those they manage. Managers, as the theory goes, cannot be taught how to lead. Though it is possible that the best worker is also a natural leader, this is rarely the case. Instead of looking to the firm’s best workers to serve in open management roles, consider promoting and training the natural leader. Management selection processes should begin pre-hire with an eye on identifying potential leaders. These employees should then be observed in their current role for signs of leadership and future advancement.

Tiered Management Structures:

Think large when developing the structure of management. All large companies were once small. So, instead of waiting until the company is large and then having to revamp the entire reporting chain; develop the structure at the outset. It is better to have a structure with unfilled positions, or those not currently needed in the smaller organization, then it is to remodel the entire structure at a later date to adapt it to the growing firm.

In some industries, the lowest level of management is the Shift Manager, Department Director, or Section Chief. In construction, we refer to this position as Foreman, Job Supervisor, or Superintendent. Each firm must chose these titles carefully and the reporting hierarchy with which they are associated. For the purposes of this article, let’s assume that the person who manages workers directly is called the Department Manager (DM). The Department Manager keeps the work flowing, assigns tasks, coordinates with other departments, ensures items are in-stock, and briefs the client, all while still working alongside their subordinates to facilitate the day’s activities. Department Managers report to the person who manages a number of departments, a position that is primarily office and paperwork intensive, usually called the General Manager (GM). GMs, in turn, report to a member of the Executive Staff, usually the Chief Operating Officer (COO).

It is not uncommon to further break up the management levels of DM and GM into subcategories. For example, the DM category could be sub-divided into: Junior Department Manager, Department Manager, and Senior Department Manager. A Junior DM may be the term used to describe a new entry into the management ranks who works under the direction of a DM or Senior DM. A DM would be an experienced manger with a bigger workforce and larger job assignments. Finally, a Senior DM would have the most experience at assisting with employee training, x-large projects, and those jobs requiring specialized skills or in dealing with detail-oriented clients. The Senior DM would likely run the largest or most complex department. The GM ranks could be similarly divided.

It is also wise to have pre-management positions that introduce potential entrants to the ranks without the accompanying official responsibilities. Thus, an Assistant Department Manager would serve as a normal crew member most of the time; but would be available to take over a portion of the project as needed by the DM. Additionally, they will fill-in as acting DM when the DM is on vacation or off work for personal reasons.

Management Training is Essential:

The most successful restaurant-chain in world history, McDonald’s, is the brunt of many jokes. They are, however, so successful because they are experts. Not only are they experts at “flipping burgers,” their world-renowned Hamburger University is a benchmark for educating management trainees on operation procedures, customer service, cleanliness, and business development. Similarly, Disney, United Parcel Service (UPS), Dell, and many others have been recognized as best-in-class for management and/or customer service training.

Unfortunately, many other industries have the opposite distinction. They are recognized …

Yoga Teacher Training for Diabetes

When you attend a 200-hour yoga certification course, you are often trained to work with athletic types. After a yoga instructor begins teaching, he or she addresses the most common health problems. Sooner, or later, an instructor will have a student who is a diabetic. If you didn’t cover special populations and ailments in your foundational teacher training, it’s no problem, but now is the time to work on your continuing education. Just so we’re clear, continuing education is part of keeping your mind active for life and there is no one course with all the answers to the puzzles of life.

What are the best postures we can teach to diabetics? Flowing sequences come to mind first, but not every diabetic is ready to begin practicing Sun Salutations (surya namaskars) and vinyasa sequences from the start. These means, we have to research, consult a mentor, and possibly modify the routines we learned at foundational training. Depending on the health of your student, all asanas may have to be modified by using a chair and establishing a restorative practice.

Diabetes is a serious disease that affects the way the body metabolizes food. Diabetics don’t produce adequate amounts of insulin for cells to be able to take in the glucose that our bodies produce. This incurable disease lasts a lifetime. Although it can be controlled through proper diet, exercise and medication, there is nothing that patients can do to eliminate the disease. If it isn’t treated properly, diabetes can lead to other health concerns, such as cardiovascular disease, kidney damage, nerve damage or gangrene. People with diabetes can, however, live a normal, healthy life.

Today, more and more people are being diagnosed with Type II Diabetes, which means the body isn’t producing enough insulin. There is a common perception that the most common reason why people get Type II is often due to poor diet, obesity and a lifestyle that doesn’t include exercise. This is not always true, you could be fit, lean, eat right, and still have Type II. So, let’s avoid stereotyping because anyone can become a diabetic. Walking, surya namaskars, and a regular yoga routine can usually help eliminate many of the causes and symptoms of diabetes. The gentle nature of asanas and the deep breathing included with the poses can result in lower blood pressure, better digestion, weight loss, and an overall healthier body.

My suggestions for any asana are modify when needed. If you never learned to teach with props, you should take a continuing education course that will help your skills. Yoga teacher training courses can cover the full spectrum of special needs that our students have. Here are three of my favorite asanas for diabetics, but there are many more to choose from.

Downward Facing Dog

Begin on all fours, with palms flat on the mat, fingers spread, and the hands below the shoulders. Push up and back, creating an inverted ‘V’ with your body. Heels can rest flat on the mat, or be raised off the mat a bit. Pull the belly in, push down into the mat with your hands, and point the tailbone up towards the ceiling.

Big Toe Pose

Stand with feet shoulder width apart. Slowly bend from the hips, lowering the head toward the thighs. It’s okay to keep a slight bend in the knees. Reach your hands down to grab your big toes with the thumb and forefingers of each hand. Release the head and neck, allowing the weight of your upper body to pull you into a deep stretch.

Triangle Pose

Stand with feet wider than shoulder width on the mat, toes pointing forward. Turn one foot about 90 degrees, keeping the other foot pointing forward. Keeping the hips squared forward, raise both arms to shoulder height. Slowly lower the upper body to the side of the body with the turned-out toes. Bend from the waist and reach with your arms. Place the bottom hand next to the foot, rest it on the calf, or use a block for support. Reach the opposite arm up toward the ceiling. If it’s comfortable on your neck, turn your gaze up toward the ceiling.

Conclusion

As a yoga instructor, nobody expects you to have all the answers, but you should maintain contact with a source or a mentor. Don’t make false promises and make sure you do diligent research before you work with yoga students who have special needs. There are many circumstances that can contribute to any ailment. As a yoga teacher, it’s important to keep your students safe.

A� Copyright 2012 – Aura Wellness Center – Publications Division…

Tax Breaks From Hiring the Unemployed

One of the many benefits for businesses that retain consultation from enrolled agents is keeping up with new tax legislation. Knowing about added tax laws permits a business to capture financial advantages. The continuing education enrolled agents complete annually is always updated to changes in the income tax statutes.

Among the important tax laws implemented in 2010, two provide benefits to businesses that hired new employees. Like all matters with the IRS, there are specific rules to follow. This is common ground for tax professionals with enrolled agent certification. Obtaining beneficial tax treatment often requires professional assistance to understand the rules. From the beginning of preparation for enrolled agent careers there is training to gain familiarity with IRS procedures.

In order to qualify for the employee tax breaks, a business must have a new employee who had previously worked fewer than 40 total hours during the 60 days prior to being hired. In addition, hiring relatives for employment doesn’t qualify for the tax breaks. A business can’t terminate an existing employee in order to hire a new one simply to claim the credit. But the tax break is available to businesses replacing voluntarily departed employees or those terminated for cause.

Otherwise, there are no other restrictions. Workers are not required to have even been previously employed. A business is eligible for the tax breaks from hiring a recent college graduate with no employment history. The hired workers can even be former employees who were part of a previous lay off-as long as they were unemployed for 60 days.

The first tax advantage is that employers may offset their portions of Social Security tax on the wages of an eligible new employee. This covers wages paid from March 19 to December 31 of 2010. The employee share of Social Security tax is still withheld from wages and remitted by employers. Businesses who failed to correctly account for this benefit when filing quarterly wage reports can amend them to receive a refund.

The second tax break allows a business credit for each new worker still employed after one year. The employee’s wages must have not decreased significantly during the year. The credit is the lower of $1,000 or 6.2 percent of the employee’s wages. Since eligible employees hired in 2010 will complete one year of service in 2011, this tax credit is captured on 2011 tax returns filed in 2012.

Action was required before the end of 2010 in order to receive these tax breaks. But many business that added staff during that year are not aware of the tax legislation or how to capture the benefits. Business that find an enrolled agent have assurance of gaining from these new laws and all other types of tax advantages.

IRS Circular 230 Disclosure

Pursuant to the requirements of the Internal Revenue Service Circular 230, we inform you that, to the extent any advice relating to a Federal tax issue is contained in this communication, including in any attachments, it was not written or intended to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (a) avoiding any tax related penalties that may be imposed on you or any other person under the Internal Revenue Code, or (b) promoting, marketing or recommending to another person any transaction or matter addressed in this communication.…

Are You In School? Advantages of Continuing Education

Here is how.

1. Discipline. You have to be focused. It is hard of course to manage two activities–particularly these days when all of us are being challenged at our workplace.

2. Initiative. Take leadership. Find out what you are good at, then go for a credible education course in that field, whether an MBA or a diploma or a license.

3. If you do possess a license or certification, do not let it lapse. Most institutes require continuing education courses. They are relatively inexpensive, and it is a great way to network with like-educated professionals.

4. Make sure you are graduating from a credible, well recognized institution. Even if it means more tuition. Most employers will subsidize your courses and books. It is worth it to be part of an reputable and accepted institution.

5. There are groups that you could belong to. They are found in business and social networking sites like LinkedIn and Facebook. Join as many as you can manage. This will broaden not only your education but your network and give you insights into how yoru profession is using the education in a practical field.

6. Depending upon your lifestyle, sometimes weekend study courses may be best. Yes it will detract you from lounging in the chair, watching football and drinking beer, but your sacrifice for a few weeks will be worth it, and last a lifetime in rewards.

7. Get close to the professors and faculty of the institution you are attending. Don’t be a “student”, be a “leader student”. That means volunteering at the school’s events, offering to help the faculty and even coaching juniors.

8. Finish what you started. Sometimes it is tempting to say, “I will skip this semester”. Don’t. It is very hard to get back into the swing of things. The discipline and thought process required for a school is entirely different from that of workplace.

Good luck.…