Melissa Clement

Content Strategist & Editorial Manager | Strategy, Craft, Clarity

My Recent Work

Freedom at the Piano •

Why Pianists Need to Become Creators Again

Many pianists spend years learning to play music beautifully, but never spend much time creating music of their own. But did you know that wasn’t always the case?I grew up studying classical piano, and for a long time that was my entire musical world. I spent hours learning pieces, practicing technique, and working to bring the music on the page to life. But even while I was deeply immersed in classical training, I felt a pull toward somethi...
Freedom at the Piano •

6 Tools That Will Change How You Practice Piano

Something that I hear all the time from students is this: “If I only practiced more, I would be getting better.”I get it. We've all heard "practice makes perfect." And yes, consistent practice matters. But if you've ever sat down for a long session and walked away feeling like you spun your wheels the whole time, you already know that practice time alone isn't always the same as reaching your goals or getting you closer to the musician you want to b...
Tax & Accounting Blog Posts •

4 things tax pros need to know about agentic AI

As artificial intelligence continues to rapidly evolve, a new concept is emerging that tax and accounting professionals need to be aware of: agentic AI. This type of AI advances from basic automation or content generation to developing systems capable of autonomously performing complex tasks and making decisions.
For tax and accounting firms, agentic AI has the potential to dramatically transform workflows, client services, and the nature of professional work itself. Here’s what you need to know...
Thomson Reuters •

Future-Proof Quiz for Large Tax & Accounting Firms

Is your tax and accounting business actually future proof? Which areas of your tax workflow require the most manual effort and intervention? Staying updated on the latest rules and regulations, and conducting in-depth tax research to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Client setup, administration, e-filing, data entry and validation, and/or complex consolidations.
Handling document management and communication with clients and team members, especially during the client engagement and collaboration process.
Tracking signature documents and manual reconcili...

C-Suite State of Mind: The Power of Mindset Survey Report

High-achievers who go unchecked can find themselves spiraling into high-functioning anxiety, high-functioning depression, and burnout. This is even more true the higher up the executive ladder you climb. In May 2020, CMP surveyed more than 130 C-Suite leaders across the United States to obtain information about the current C-Suite state of mind. This survey aimed to focus on the emotional state of leaders amid the pandemic and give insights into their well-being and impact on their organization....
The Borgen Project •

Top 10 Facts About Living Conditions in Tonga - The Borgen Project

Tonga is a tropical group of islands located in the South Pacific. Tonga is rich with a vibrant culture and population and the islands are known for their tropical beauty. While the lives of Tongans have vastly improved in recent years, there is still much that can be done. These 10 facts about living conditions in Tonga showcase both the struggles that Tongans face on a daily basis as well as the positive aspects of life in the country.
These 10 facts about living conditions in Tonga demonstrat...
The Borgen Project •

The Rising Danger of Dengue Fever in Bangladesh

Dengue fever is a severe virus that claims the lives of hundreds of thousands of people every single year. It is present in over 100 countries worldwide, including the Philippines, Honduras and Sri Lanka; however, the country of Bangladesh is currently experiencing the worst outbreak in history.
Not only is dengue fever in Bangladesh a serious threat, but according to the World Health Organization (WHO), the virus is now a rising threat to the entire world.
Mosquito bites spread the virus dengue...
The Borgen Project •

4 Facts About Health Care in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), once lauded for its health care system, is now a country with a lack of resources and access. In the past few decades, the DRC has experienced political unrest, war and military disputes, leaving the country’s health care system in shambles. Now, almost 70 percent of Congolese people have little or no access to basic health care.  Here are the top four facts about health care in the Democratic Republic of the Congo:
Over time, recent government changes...
The Borgen Project •

The Future of Peek: Vision Health for All

The world is experiencing a vision crisis. In total, over 200 million people around the world are visually impaired, and 7 million people develop blindness every single year. One-third of those who seek help and health care for their eyes are unable to obtain it. Developing countries are the most at risk, with 90 percent of individuals suffering from vision impairment living in underdeveloped nations. The organization Peek is seeking to change this, and the future of Peek could mean health care...
The Borgen Project •

Malaria in Madagascar

The citizens of Madagascar live with the constant threat of Malaria. An entire population of almost 26 million is at risk. There is no time of day or season of the year that is able to provide respite from this relentless threat. The country’s damp climate and excess of water provide the perfect habitat for mosquitoes and an ideal breeding ground for Malaria in Madagascar.
Malaria is a life-threatening disease transmitted through female mosquitoes that carry deadly parasites. Symptoms of the dis...