What Will the Fourth European Directive Change in AML?

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By June 26, 2017, all EU member states must be compliant with the European Union Fourth Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD). The Directive aims to improve the effectiveness of combating money laundering from criminal activities and countering the financing of terrorist activities by increasing transparency of who truly owns companies and trusts. Here are a few… Read more »

What’s the Difference Between a Whistleblower and a Disgruntled Employee?

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Knowing the difference between a whistleblower and a disgruntled employee is important. You’ll be better able to determine whether a company remains compliant with laws or willingly violates them to get ahead. Here are some tips on how a whistleblower differs from a disgruntled employee. Characteristics of Whistleblowers A whistleblower is typically a well-educated, strongly… Read more »

What Could Be the Real Impact of a Dodd-Frank Repeal?

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As a means of weakening, pushing back or replacing financial regulations potentially seen as burdens to commerce and growth, President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order aiming to repeal the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010. As a result, many Americans are concerned about having the benefits of Dodd-Frank become… Read more »

How Does Continuing Education Help Your Financial Career?

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In the increasingly complex world of finance, having a degree is not enough to get you the job you want. It’s important you have something distinctive that sets you apart from everyone else. Here are four ways continuing education helps you keep a competitive edge in the finance industry. Shows Desire for Career Improvement By… Read more »

Making Too Many Decisions – Is It Possible?

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When you take on the responsibility of making all business decisions yourself, your company suffers. Here are some reasons why and how you can change your outcome by asking for help. Making Bad Choices Affects Business When you’re making too many decisions on your own, you end up making bad ones that negatively affect your… Read more »