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Vol. 3. Issue 23. Nov. 13, 2008
Professional News
 

Strategies for Today's Job Seekers
Finding that perfect job is difficult, but in today's tough employment environment, it's even more challenging. But career experts have 10 essential tactics that might give you an edge.

Federal Decision May Impact Tax Patents
A recent court decision has made it more difficult to patent business processes. However, because it doesn't directly address tax strategies, the AICPA wants added legislation.

Where Does Your Firm Stand?
The 2008 National MAP Survey Commentary provides CPA firms with a quick introduction to the survey results that can help you pinpoint areas you may want to analyze more thoroughly.

A New Scholarship for the Underrepresented
Thanks to a $15 million gift, Indiana University's Kelley School of Business will provide new scholarships for financially challenged students from underrepresented areas of society.

Poor Communication Damages Morale
Trying to raise employees' spirits? Try engaging in dialogue, a new survey suggests. Forty-eight percent of respondents said the best remedy for low morale is communication.

Keeping Up
New! The Fair Value Debate
Former SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt thinks we should improve fair value, not demonize it.

New! Today's Technology
Is your technology holding you back when it comes to potential new hires?

Society News
INCPAS Announces New Hire
Mark Kratky, CPA, joined the staff as VP of Finance on Oct. 30. He will oversee the peer review and finance departments and act as the INCPAS Ethics Committee staff liaison.

Make a Difference as a Legislative Key Person
Engage your legislators and give CPAs a voice in the Indiana General Assembly. Become an advocate for the profession today!

Where Will Your Next Client Find You?
Find a CPA is an online CPA service directory on incpas.org for the public. If you are an INCPAS member and your listing doesn't appear, enroll today! Free listings are available.

Information Technology
Smartphone Users Say Devices Increase Productivity
NewsFactor Network (11/04/08); McLean, Mike

While smartphones pose security challenges for IT departments and make it difficult for users to be free of their jobs during off hours, mobile workers say the technology greatly boosts productivity by providing anytime access to e-mail, business contacts and data.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.

2008 Conferences & Events
The Financial Services Conference on Dec. 12 features top-notch presenters that will provide you with new strategies to manage risk, avoid unethical behavior and navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. You don't want to miss it — register now!
Upcoming Conferences and Events
Nov. 20 Small Firm: Big Business
Dec. 4-5 Indiana Tax Institute
Dec. 12 Financial Services Conference
Jan. 12 CPA Day at the State House
CPE Opportunities
It's the third year of the reporting cycle; do you have all your CPE?
Indianapolis
Dec. 3 That's Not What I Said! Effective Workplace Communication
Dec. 10 Current Issues in Pension Investing — Including the Pension Protection Act of 2006
Dec. 12 International Financial Reporting Standards Update
Jan. 12 International Financial Reporting Standards Update
Evansville
Nov. 17 Advanced Planning for S Corporations
Dec. 5 The Best Individual Income Tax Update Course
Executive Education
Nov. 20 Leadership: Becoming an Impact Player
Dec. 10 Assessing Ethical Dimensions of Strategy/Execution
Looking for alternative delivery? INCPAS now offers interactive LIVE online CPE!
Highlighted ACPEN offerings
Nov. 19 S-Corporations Practice Update
Dec. 10 Annual Tax Update
Highlighted CPE Link Offerings
Nov. 20 Effective Retirement Plan Strategies — Part 1
Nov. 24 Understanding and Implementing Tax-Saving Strategies for Retirement
Career Opportunities
Thinking of making a career change? The Society offers CareerBank.com, a job search tool. Check out this opportunity:

Audit Senior – Spyglass Search, Inc. is seeking an audit senior responsible for focusing on the assurance area of the practice. Successful candidates will be CPAs with four or more years of recent audit experience in a public accounting.