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Letter from the Editor
By Kathryn Sharp, CPA, The Compass Editor
Pain is inevitable, but misery is optional. Changing jobs can be traumatic, but what about changing careers? Read more >
President's Message
By Stacey L. Craig, CPA, ASWA National President
William Pollard said “Information is a source of learning. But unless it is organized, processed, and available to the right people in a format for decision making, it is a burden, not a benefit.” Read more >
Executive Director's Message
By Lee K. Lowery, MPA
It's not too early for chapter leaders to start planning for the 2010-2011 fiscal year! Read more >
Ch-Ch-Changes - Transitioning-From-Working-in-One-Finance-Sector-to-Another
By Alina Dizik
With some finance sectors hit harder than others by the recession, this might be the best time to make a career transition -- from working at a large bank to a corporate role, for example. Regardless of the job that you'll ultimately take, it's important to make employers understand how your background can add value to their business, say experts. Read more >
The 40-Year-Old Intern
By Kristin Ladd
Midlife career crisis? Laid off? In transition? Here's how to test-drive your fantasy job. Read more >
6 Essential Steps to Career Breakthrough
By Kathy Caprino
The best advice in the world won’t help you reinvent yourself unless you’ve changed the way you think about your life. Are you ready to embrace new possibilities? Read more >
The Human Capital Outlook for 2010
By Sandra Wiley
The recession’s impact on human capital concerns within the accounting industry varies widely across the country. Like most professionals, HR and management specialists are glad to see 2009 in the rear-view mirror. Read more >
FAQs on Proposed New Requirements for Tax Return Preparers
By the Internal Revenue Service
A question and answer article regarding the new tax return preparer regulations. Read more >
First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
By the Internal Revenue Service
Learn about the new first time homebuyer tax form. Read more >
2010 JNC Update
By Gina Slack, CPA, National Director and 2010 JNC Co-Chair
The Joint National Conference is an excellent way to develop your career. Read more >
Foundation Update
By Beverly Anderson, Foundation Director
2010 Foundation Awards! Read more >
National News
This section of The Compass provides National and Regional level information to members. This month, look for information regarding the loss of a past national president, ASWA's newest Corporate Partner, our LinkedIn Group, the Little Pink Book promotion, our partnership with CCH and Member News. Read more >
Chapter Corner
This section of The Compass provides important and timely information to chapter leaders. Highlights from this month's Corner include information about 2010-11 chapter forms, the 2010-11 National Board Slate, and updates from the 2009-2010 National Membership, Communications and Chapter Partnering committees and more. Read more >
Tech Bit
By Gregg Marshall
Learn how to lower your phone bills! Read more >
Partner Page
ASWA's national partners provide helpful and important resources to our members. Read more >
2009-2010 National Board
Have a question or feedback for ASWA's National Board? The 2009-2010 officers and directors are listed by committee to help you find the appropriate board member to communicate with. Read more >
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