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If you are trying to learn how you can use ChatGPT, we’ve got some ideas for you on how it can help you be more productive. The emphasis here is on help you. Despite what you may have heard or read, don’t think it is going to completely eliminate your job or those tasks that you despise. But it definitely can help you become more productive. Make sure you stick around until the end when I share one startling example, which sounded right at first glance, but was 100% wrong. If you are looking to have a good laugh at my expense, well then, you’ll love this story.

 

 

ChatGPT Playlist (series of short videos addressing different facets related to ChatGPT)https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HeTO4e8Cuyv5RppwicFecuT

Link to Accounts Payable Best Practice Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HcvMSJTdNs0BCQJ0Ivb4l9V

Link to Accounts Payable Automation Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hf_cZwQOcDZrYV4dA0oDVby

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The Weakest Link: Where AP Separation of Duties Fall Apart focuses on those accounts payable internal controls that are frequently broken, areas where, for the most part organizations don’t realize they are ignoring the controls that protect their organization against fraud, duplicate payments and inefficiencies. Often companies allow these practices without even considering how they might facilitate fraud. Separation of duties is sometimes called segregation of duties. Make sure to stick around until the end when we discuss one issue that is allowed at most organizations and can cost them big time. #accountspayable #separationofduties #segregationofduties

This is an informative presentation that highlights the common breaches of accounts payable internal controls. This session emphasizes that many organizations are not aware of their lack of compliance with controls that safeguard against fraudulent activities, duplicate payments, and inefficiencies. In many cases, companies tend to overlook the risks associated with these practices, which can potentially facilitate fraudulent acts. Separation of duties is also known as segregation of duties, and this session will provide insights into how to implement it effectively. To maximize your learning, please stay tuned until the end when we discuss a crucial issue that is often neglected by most organizations and can lead to substantial financial losses.

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to Internal Controls That Never Workhttps://youtu.be/JCVR4BFKHwM

 

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When Someone Gets Promoted one of the last things anyone thinks about is the Accounts Payable Control Issues. This is unfortunate because not focusing on the control issues leaves the organization at serious risk. In this short talk, we take a look at three places every organization should investigate every time someone gets promoted so the organization is protected. Make sure you stick around until the end when we discuss the one issue NO ONE talks about – and it puts every organization at risk, in a way they never thought about.  #accountspayable #accountspayablebestpractices #accountspayableinternalcontrols

Sadly, upon being promoted, one of the last considerations on anyone's mind is the potential accounts payable control issues. This oversight is unfortunate, as neglecting control issues places the organization in a precarious situation. Thus, in this brief discourse, we shall examine three crucial areas that every organization should scrutinize each time an individual receives a promotion. This will ensure that the organization remains safeguarded. It is highly recommended that you remain attentive until the end, where we shall discuss a critical issue that is seldom addressed, yet its implications for every organization's safety are significant, and often overlooked.

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to Accounts Payable Internal Controls Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HdV9JIterJ-bf6TwMset_z_

Link to Internal Controls That Never Workhttps://youtu.be/JCVR4BFKHwM

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The Consequences of Tardiness, that is, Late Payments in Accounts Payable are not all what you think. Yes, in some cases, there can be a slight financial benefit. But this is far outweighed by the negatives, issues than many don’t consider when they plan to pay their suppliers late. Make sure you stick around until the end when we discuss the one issue very few take into consideration when planning to pay late, one that can cost them big time. #accountspayable #payments #latepayments

The ramifications of late Payments is not be fully understood by many in business today. While there may be a few temporary financial advantages in certain instances, these are considerably outweighed by the many negative issues related to late payments. These considerations are often neglected when companies contemplate paying suppliers after the payment due date.

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to the Avoiding Duplicate Payment playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-Hfm-G5d8-CpBsC3xi-nQTn2

Link to Vendor Credits: Why They May Be Disappearing and How to Stop Ithttps://youtu.be/Kog6wm8lr_k

Link to AP Now’s Invoice Serieshttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HeE6BWKJaVwVMsri7UfQ4vh

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Let’s take a look at the world of accounts payable and explore the various roles and opportunities that you might not have expected. We'll take a closer look at the many different titles used accounts payable, as well as the career options for those who work in this field. There are more than you might imagine. Whether you're an entry-level AP specialist or an experienced professional, this talk will provide valuable insights into the work in accounts payable. Make sure you stick around until the end when we identify three career options for those who have accounts payable experience but want to expand their roles beyond accounts payable. #accountspayable #accounting #accountspayablejobs

We investigate the realm of Accounts Payable and the various positions and opportunities that may be unexpected. We shall examine the multitude of job titles utilized within Accounts Payable and the diverse career paths available for individuals working in this domain. It may be surprising to learn that there are numerous options. This presentation is intended to impart valuable insights into the nature of work in Accounts Payable and will be of significance to individuals, whether they are a novice Accounts Payable Specialist or a seasoned professional.

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to What You Need to Know to Work in APhttps://youtu.be/UGFaUkiNPP0

Link to A Day in the Life of APhttps://youtu.be/K79TlPGjoFk

Link to Learn How to Juggle with Tom Flynnhttps://youtu.be/191893Ob4bU

Link to AP Now’s Invoice Serieshttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HeE6BWKJaVwVMsri7UfQ4vh

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Secrets to a Successful Invoice Strategy takes a look at your Accounts Payable Process and more specifically your invoice handling process or your Invoice Strategy. In this short broadcast we take a look at a few tactics everyone should us to help improve their accounts payable process when it comes to invoice processing. These strategies will work for both those who have automated as well as those who are still manually process invoices – or somewhere in between. Make sure you stick around until the end when we discuss the one strategy that everyone needs to adopt unless they don’t mind increasing their workload by at least 25%. #invoice #accountspayable #accounting

This informative broadcast delves into the crucial elements of your invoice handling system, offering tactics for improvement. Whether your organization is fully automated or still processing invoices manually, these strategies are applicable and essential for maximizing efficiency. Don't miss the finale, where we reveal the one strategy that can reduce your workload by a staggering 25%. Get ready to revolutionize your invoice strategy!

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to Solving the Duplicate Invoice Dilemma https://youtu.be/NrGAKYNO3G8

Link to Changing Invoice Best Practices playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HeE6BWKJaVwVMsri7UfQ4vh

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Eliminating the plague of duplicate copies of invoices has become a top concern for those responsible for the accounts payable process, and specifically, the invoice handling process in their organizations. Suppliers sending duplicate copies of invoices adds a lot of extra work for accounts payable departments everywhere. This is a growing problem as more vendors seem to think that sending numerous copies of the same invoice is a good idea. In this broadcast we share steps any organization can take to reduce the number of extra invoices being sent, invoices that require extra work on the part of an already overworked staff. Make sure to stick around until the end when we address the horrific little spoken about issue that is making this problem even worse. #invoice #accountspayable #accountspayableprocess

Does managing a never-ending pile of duplicate invoices have you feeling frustrated and overwhelmed? You're not alone! The rise of suppliers sending multiple copies of the same invoice has become a top concern for those in the accounts payable process.  This is a growing problem as more vendors seem to think that sending numerous copies of the same invoice is a good idea

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to Why Invoices Get Paid Twicehttps://youtu.be/uIAJ5V-q028

Link to Changing Invoice Best Practices playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HeE6BWKJaVwVMsri7UfQ4vh

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Career Game Changers are the practices that can help you take control of your career (be it in accounts payable, accounting, audit, P2P, finance or treasury) and make significant changes that will lead to greater success and fulfillment OR by not adopting these practices, you can wreck your career, and effectively make yourself unemployable. These three key practices can make or break your career, depending on the approach you take. Make sure to stick around until the end when we discuss one tactic that many don’t realize can make or break the proverbial bank. #career #accountspayable #accounting

These three basic tactics can career makes or career wreckers, depending on how you look at these practices. Ignoring them can be devastating to your career.

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to What You Need to Know to Work in Accounts Payable: Who Knew It Was So Complicated https://youtu.be/UGFaUkiNPP0

Link to the Three Way Matchhttps://youtu.be/ylJatPCthAQ

Link to AP Now’s Invoice Series https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HeE6BWKJaVwVMsri7UfQ4vh

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Debits and Credits: What's The Difference? Credits and debits are an Accounting 101 topic. This short talk explains the difference between a debit and credit in accounting, how they are handled on your books and provides examples when using both goods and services.  #debit #credit #accounting

In accounting, the terms "debit" and "credit" are used to describe the movement of money in and out of your business's accounts.

The accounts payable invoice process is critical to the success of the accounts payable function. The three-way match concept is the standard approach used in accounts payable departments across the country, or at least those that use accounts payable best practices. It involves comparing the purchase order vs invoice and the receiving document and is a strong accounts payable internal control.

Link to the Three Way Matchhttps://youtu.be/ylJatPCthAQ

Link to 8 Accounting Misconceptions about Accounts Payablehttps://youtu.be/1Cp_vfrkSSw

Link to AP Now’s Invoice Series https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HeE6BWKJaVwVMsri7UfQ4vh

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Wordle stumpers!!!: Do you ever find yourself scratching your head because of one of the letters that Wordle says is in the solution, just doesn’t seem to fit? Somehow, you’re having a temporary thinking block, and have gone through what you think are every possible letter combination and you are still coming up with NOTHING? This is the first part of a series of Wordle tips to help you deal with the Wordle Stumpers. #Wordle #Wordletips #Wordlestrategy

This is Wordle Stumpers Part 1 and focuses on the letters J K L M N P Q. It is part of a longer series that takes a deeper look into the problems you may have in finding a solution when J K L M N P Q are part of the final answer. Wordle – the alphabet series – should help all Wordle players.

Wordle is the game that has been sweeping the Internet. With only one hand each day, players have six chances to guess the daily five-letter word. A green square indicates a correct letter in the correct spot and a yellow letter reveals a correct letter in a different spot.

Follow me on Twitter: @MarySSchaeffer for sparkling commentary to the day’s puzzle; okay, sometimes they are not so sparkling but they are the best I can come up with on the spur of the moment.

Wordle Game Strategy when Stuckhttps://youtu.be/OHmEkVPYFkc

Link to Best Starting Word Revisitedhttps://youtu.be/4FY28GWPddI

Link to the Wordle Play List of All Wordle Videoshttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtL6rWSXZ-HefxYm4ymJ0RSWKFC_c9Lys

Link to The Book: Wordle: The Rules, Strategy and Expert Tipshttps://www.ap-now.com/snip/111.htm

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