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Career Development 


How to say, "This is the job I always wanted!" a dozen times in 50 years... And mean it.

Whether you’re just starting out or a few years in, you deserve to hear the truth: being a CPA isn’t just a job. It’s actually a whole series of jobs, one after another, that before you know it add up to something pretty amazing: a career.

A career, mind you, that might very well include some stepping stones, stopgaps and maybe even a mistake or two. But really, there are no dead ends – in this profession, every route will lead you somewhere. You just have to recognize the forks in the road, pay attention to the turn signals and great opportunities will appear on the horizon. (No more driving metaphors, we promise.)

As with anything else, some of this will be the result of a fortuitous confluence of events (“dumb luck”), but there’s an awful lot that’s in your power to control. And whether through providence or preparation, you’ve just stumbled on a great resource to help sift your options and plan your career ahead.

This is the place to get more information on the kinds of career paths you can follow – public accounting, government, non-profit, business, industry, whatever – and the credentials you need to reach them.

It’s also the place to get guidance on the questions that are bound to come up along the way. What should go on your next resume? How can you get plugged into professional networks? Should I work domestically, across the state line or go global

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Quirky Careers in Accounting Chicken Counter

Article :  In this first article of an occasional series, we examine “quirky” careers in accounting.  Meet Jamie McCoy, who not only had to count chickens, but also take as many as 10 showers a day in order to maintain prescribed health standards.
Published on May 15, 2012

Five Tips to Branding Yourself

Article :  Even though it may seem foreign to you, branding actually begins with you—and the persona, culture and outlook you present to your colleagues, family and friends. Learn how to brand yourself using these five simple tips.
Published on March 30, 2012

How LinkedIn Could Help You Find Your Next Job

Article :  LinkedIn succeeds as a networking tool, but only works if you work it properly, update it on a continuous basis, and promote it to your sphere of influence. Learn how to do this effortlessly and in minimal time; a little effort could help you land your next position.
Published on March 22, 2012

The Top 10 Things Young CPAs Should Focus On For Their Careers

Article :  Move over David Letterman! Here is our Top 10 list of career builders, boosts, and benefits, all designed to help you improve your short-term goals and long-term aspirations.
Published on February 09, 2012

Sunday Night BluesCan You Survive

Article :  When should you stick with your job and when is it time to bail? With your nose constantly to the grindstone, most of us never stop to think about any options. Don’t ignore the warning sign, learn how to spot them and proactively respond.
Published on December 14, 2011

Positive ThinkingIt Works!

Article :  As a young CPA, you may not know the name Norman Vincent Peale, but you probably are very familiar with his philosophy and five very famous words of wisdom: The power of positive thinking.
Published on October 26, 2011

F is for Fraud A Discussion With Marc Filer

Article :  Do you have the right stuff to work in fraud, forensics and litigation support? In today’s firm or company, there are many accounting career opportunities in niche practice areas, and one of the most interesting of all of these is fraud.
Published on October 26, 2011

Want a Career in Education Heres What You Need to Know

Article :  One of the most popular Young CPA Webcasts was on pursuing a career as an academic. Whether you attended the presentation or missed it, this article gives you insight on the kinds of advanced degrees you’ll need, salary expectations, and more.
Published on October 19, 2011

Determining Which Specialty is Good for You

Article :  While there are many CPAs who are generalists and like working with a diverse group of services, others prefer specializing in just a few areas. Based on your competencies, skills and mindset, which specialty is a good fit for you, and why are specialties important to your car
Published on September 19, 2011

Why Its Okay to Say No

Article :  No one likes a yes-man. Yet, all of us walk a fine line between thinking you ought to agree with your boss or co-workers when all you really want do is just say “no.” Sometimes, disagreeing with the status quo is accepted – and even admired! Here are some red
Published on August 25, 2011

Personal BrandingIts All About You

Article :  Often, developing the right skills and using them for great results has more of an impact on you than it has on your employer. Learn why personal branding is an important way to position yourself and how it can make a long-lasting impact on your professional and personal outlook.
Published on July 06, 2011

Five Easy Ways to Make a Positive First Impression

Article :  Although all of us want to make a good first impression, there may be certain behaviors that keep this from happening. This article offers five easy ways to not only get noticed, but come across confident, knowledgeable, and above all, human.
Published on May 18, 2011

Weigh Your Options

Article :  While you already know you work in a profession that depends on your specialized knowledge and skills to build business, it’s up to you to decide where you want to put those skills to their best use. Should it be in a public practice firm or a position in business
Published on May 18, 2011

Robert Halfs Business Etiquette The New Rules in a Digital Age

Guide :  Through courtesy of Robert Half, Business Etiquette: The New Rules in a Digital Age guide will help you understand how to put your best foot forward in today's online, always connected environment.
Published on April 15, 2011

New IFRS Certificate Program

Article :  The AICPA's IFRS Certificate Program enables CPAs to demonstrate their knowledge of IFRS to current and potential employers and clients in the expanding and increasingly open global marketplace.
Published on April 15, 2011

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