The amount of time that I spent preparing to fail the CPA exam is truly astonishing. Early on in my CPA journey I gave myself months to prepare for each section so that I could "take my time" with the material and be sure to pass. Rather than use this additional study time to actually study, I did things like create new Pinterest boards and search Beyonce hashtags on Instagram. I found myself going from a relaxed, "I have three months" to a panicked "I have three days."
At last, tax season is upon us and for those receiving refunds, now is the time to live in the lap of luxury, right? Wrong, 2020 is all about making boss moves and stepping into our greatness. While nothing says greatness like a new designer handbag we can't truly afford, I have another idea for how to spend that refund. Today I am going over ten grown up ways to spend your tax refund.
So if you have been putting off the CPA exam because you work full-time and believe you can't do both-I am your reminder that you can. If anyone knows the anguish of coming home after a long day of debits and credits and listening to a lecture on bonds, it would be. Studying for the CPA exam while working full time can be kind of trash- I am not going to lie. That is why today’s video is all about making the process less painful.
It's busy season again and now is the best time of year to get practical experience as an accountant. There are so many things that you will learn how to do (and how not to do). If you are starting a new internship this month in accounting, take a look at the video to learn what you can expect.
If you have ever doubted yourself or your abilities at work despite having the credentials to perform- this video is for you. Let's discuss how to manage that little voice in your head that has been trying to hold you back.
Oh hey! In today’s post I’m walking you through how to find direct labor spending and efficiency variances. This approach is what worked for me and I think it’s fairly easy to follow. Please let me know if you find it helpful. https://youtu.be/lZZDorG6tLc
Oh hey future CPAs! I have made a ton of study mistakes during my CPA journey and now that I am done, I have had time to reflect on what worked and what didn't. Here are my top five CPA exam study tips.
As promised, here are the final two parts to the series to "Getting Started with the CPA Exam". These are brief overviews on what you can expect during the process. Best of luck on your journey!
Many of you have reached out with questions about the CPA exam. With my journey having been a long one, I learned quite a bit about the process and made note of a few things along the way. Here is a brief overview of what you can expect when getting started on your CPA journey.
