Tag: Education

In the pursuit of academic excellence, understanding how to effectively study is paramount. From late-night cram sessions to meticulously planned study schedules, each embarks on a unique quest to uncover the methods that yield the greatest results.

The adoption of new technology is no longer a choice but a necessity for staying competitive in business. Despite the undeniable benefits these advancements bring, getting customers comfortable with change remains a significant challenge.

The role of credit professionals in modern organizations is multifaceted and challenging, with numerous responsibilities and pressures. The evolution of technology, from computers to artificial intelligence, has transformed the credit management field, improved productivity and eliminated repetitive tasks. However, for some credit departments, technology has become a burden.

Leadership serves as a catalyst for change, knowledge and growth. Leaders are individuals with a wide range of expertise providing guidance to those around them—and in the workplace, it’s crucial to earn the respect and trust of your employees. But this doesn’t happen overnight. Mutual trust and respect develop over time. Several layers exist to get to the core of how your team functions both together and individually, which is why psychology plays a significant role in leading effectively.

Four years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many workers still find themselves logging on from home at least part of the time. Zoom meetings with teammates, once thought to be a short-lived pandemic trend, have remained on work calendars. And these geographically flexible workers report increases in productivity and satisfaction.

Credit scores reflect how likely or unlikely a person is to pay any loaned amount of money back. Three digits, typically between the range of 300 to 850, can decide your fate in a multitude of purchases from vehicles to mortgages or student loans, for example. These scores are used by companies to determine the interest rates and credit limits you should receive.

As the credit world continues to evolve alongside automation and technological advancements, there are many benefits: easier ways to receive payments, communication with customers and all around efficiency. However, with innovation comes vulnerability. Technological advancements in the past decade have made fraud a much easier crime to commit in the credit industry, especially through email phishing, forged digital documents, identity theft and more. And fraudsters are continuing to find creative ways to get away with their scams.

NACM’s Credit Congress & Exposition is an annual conference established to bring credit professionals together from across the nation to network, learn about various topics in the credit industry and stay informed about the latest changes in the B2B credit world. But with the abundance of educational programs and professional growth opportunities, it can be challenging to know where to start—especially if it’s your first time.

In the ever-changing industry of B2B credit management, credit professionals are expected to stay informed and increase their credit knowledge to advance in their career—after all, knowledge is power. By attending NACM’s Graduate School of Credit and Financial Management (GSCFM), a hybrid program that covers four essential business and professional growth disciplines: Advanced Financial Statement Analysis, Legal Environment of Credit, Advanced Negotiations and Leadership, credit professionals will have the essential tools to excel in their career and become a master in their field.