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Construction Lending and Real Credit Administration: Evaluating, Underwriting, and Monitoring Construction Loans
Most bankers acknowledge that construction lending is riskier than other types of commercial lending:Repayment ability depends on successful completion of the construction before the project can generate cash flow from the sale of the finished property, from rental or lease of the real estate, or permanent take-out refinancingDuring the construction period, the collateral is literally work-in-progress and o..
Construction Projects Cash Flow and the Progress Payment Cycle
The seminar starts with definitions and the importance of cash flow diagrams, mainly for contractors. Secondly, we go into preparing these diagrams and updating them. Several issues and scenarios will be discussed. Thirdly, we explain the cycle of progress payment requests and connect it to cash flow diagrams. Lastly, we discuss the importance of these diagrams and mutual impact on other aspects of the proj..
Continues Improvements using 7 Basic Quality Tools
The Seven Basic Quality Tools, also known as “The original seven” or “The basics for Quality job” or “Must-know Quality Tools” as well as the most frequently used Quality tools, were first promoted by Kaoru Ishikawa, a professor of engineering at Tokyo University and the father of "quality circles." These tools, while there can be slight variations, include a Cause-and-effect diagram (also called Ishikawa o..
Control Freaks, Master Manipulators and Saboteurs: Dealing with your Nightmare Clients and Coworkers
Disrespect happens. No matter how we reinforce our expectations for workplace respect, we still encounter clients and coworkers who become our workplace nightmares. If ignored or handled badly, bad behavior can devastate a client relationship, team, or project like wildfire. Fortunately, there are many proactive, preventative measures that you can take to manage disrespect. With tools and an action plan, yo..
Controller Challenges in Changing Times New Roles of Controller as Strategic Partner
The turbulent ever-changing and technology driven world of business requires changing and evolving roles for controllers. The focus is currently more on the soft side of business, rather than accounting and reporting. It is more about people pleasing, than pencil pushing. Studies have shown the controllers who want to rise in the ranks to CFO must learn to put down their pencils and master the soft skills. ..
Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) and Root Cause Analysis
Recognize that CAPA is arguably the most important process in the quality management system because so much else depends on it. CAPA is used to handle not only poor quality (the traditional application) but also audit findings, customer complaints, and outputs of the management review. It can even be deployed against the other six Toyota production system wastes by treating them as "nonconformances" or, mor..
Crazy Chaos In Your Inbox? Calm The Chaos Today!
Studies show most people spend about 50% of their work time writing and answering emails, substantiating the fact that email is an indispensable part of the workday. Processing email can be tedious, boring, and often mind-numbing yet writing and responding to emails with speed and acumen is pivotal to your success.In this day we spend together, you will learn how to:Survive the email avalanche that dumps in..
Creating Employee Handbooks that Protect You and Support the Company’s Culture
The #metoo movement made it very clear that your employee handbook needs to show employees how to behave and what procedures must be followed when they don’t. Your handbooks must be legally compliant, and there are clear solutions to getting there. What’s exciting is those handbooks can also play a role in defining company culture! Do your employees want to read your handbook? Is it interesting? Attractive?..
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills for Business Challenges
Every day at work, leaders are faced with many issues when making decisions. Some of our problems are big and complicated, while others may be more easily solved. There is no shortage of challenges and issues that can arise on the job. Critical thinking and problem-solving are two essential skills that leaders need to have. Critical thinking refers to the ability to use knowledge, facts, and data to effecti..
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Crypto – Auditing Assets and Liabilities
Embark on a comprehensive exploration of the evolving landscape of cryptocurrencies and their increasing significance in financial ecosystems. This webinar is tailored for auditors, financial professionals, and anyone seeking a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in the audit processes of crypto assets and liabilities. We’ll begin with a concise definition of cryptocurrencies ..
Cryptocurrency Taxation
Blockchain and cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin have been getting headlines for years now, first because of their increasing value, and lately because of a crash in value. Yet, few business professionals can grasp the intricacies, opportunities, and challenges posed by this new technology. Millions of crypto traders are searching daily for tax professionals with expert knowledge of crypto taxation. This web..
Cultural Competence - Interpersonal Communications and Diversity in the Workplace
In today's interconnected and globalized workforce, the concept of cultural competence has become more than just a buzzword it is a fundamental aspect of creating thriving, innovative, and inclusive workplaces. Cultural competence in the context of interpersonal communication and workplace diversity encompasses a broad spectrum of skills, attitudes, and strategies that foster understanding, respect, and col..
Cultural Competency in 2023: Making DEI a Reality
This program will assist you in developing a cultural competency plan of action to move your DEI goals forward. We will explore the definition of cultural competency and how to make it a reality. We will explore the policies and practices necessary to make DEI work for your workplace. Areas Covered Definitions of DEI and cultural competencyTrends in cultural competencyHow to OWN cultural competencyDevelopin..
Culture Vs. Strategy: Unpacking the Breakfast Table Analog
In today's dynamic and unpredictable business landscape, the success and sustainability of organizations hinge on their ability to navigate the intricate interplay between culture and strategy. Welcome to our immersive webinar, "Culture vs. Strategy: Unpacking the Breakfast Table Analogy". where we embark on a 90-minute journey of deep dive into the core of organizational dynamics, equipping you with the kn..
Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs): How to Deal with Common Issues for Filing
Under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), there are reporting obligations for financial institutions doing business in the US. A currency transaction report is one of those obligations. A CTR must be filled out whenever a customer conducts a currency transaction over $10,000. There are some exemptions which we will go over as well. Remember with CTRs, it is a form we file to help prevent money laundering, We are go..