#CareerConvos™️ with Nikki: Off the Record

You’re tuned in to #CareerConvos™️with Nikki: unfiltered conversations about what it takes to build a career you actually want in corporate America. If you’re an accountant, analyst, finance manager, controller, or just trying to figure out what’s next in your career… you’re in the right place.

We talk about navigating layoffs, dealing with microaggressions, managing up, and advocating for yourself in rooms where no one looks like you. Grab your coffee, an old fashioned, or some lemon mint water and let's get into this conversation.
If you haven't already, join thousands of corporate employees who seek out my career advice to navigate the things they deal with at work everyday with #CareerConvos™️365 Days of Career Development. Each week I'm giving you a new piece of career advice plus career development resources you can use right now.

And of course as a Black CPA, I must address the accounting pipeline issues, the fear future CPAs feel about the CPA exam, and how my proven CPA exam review and coaching programs have helped CPA candidates finally pass those exams they keep failing. CPA candidates tell me my CPA exam coaching program helps them easily understand difficult accounting concepts and they appreciate my way of CPA exam review that's less boring.

You'll come across special edition episodes of #CareerConvos™️with Nikki as I'll occassionally pause (like you should at work) and talk about wellness, money, kids, entrepreneurship and more. I'm glad that you found the #CareerConvos™️with Nikki podcast and excited for you to come along for the ride.

Make sure we're connected - I hang out on Threads (@nikkwinstoncpa), LinkedIn, and on YouTube. 

Hey y’all. I’m Nikki Winston and welcome to #CareerConvos™️ with Nikki. I’m a mompreneur, CPA, and writer sharing real career advice, CPA exam tips, and the highs and lows of balancing work and motherhood.

Today I want to talk about how to leave a job the right way. Employees don’t quit companies they quit people. Usually toxic managers or environments. Sometimes it’s just time to grow even if it’s emotional.

Here is my advice for bowing out gracefully. First tell your immediate manager before anyone else. Have an honest conversation about your resignation. Second follow up with a simple written notice that states your last day no long explanations needed. Third clean up your desk and projects and help prepare your successor so the transition is smooth. Fourth take time to decompress before your next step. Finally stay connected with former colleagues because those relationships matter.

Also always give proper notice two weeks minimum ideally a month if you can. It is about respect and professionalism and it sets you and your employer up for success.

That is it for today. Thanks for tuning in. Share this episode subscribe and use the hashtag #CareerConvos when you listen.

Let’s keep the conversation going at nikkwinstoncpa.com/career

If this episode reflects what you’re living through at work, book time on my calendar for career coaching.  We’ll talk through the realities of your current job, what’s shifting around you, and how to position yourself for the job you love - and loves you back.

CPA exam coaching sessions are available on my CPA Exam page. I've also shared CPA exam coaching session replays, exam tutorials, and the exact steps I took to pass the CPA exam over there.

Make sure we're connected - I hang out on Threads (@nikkwinstoncpa), LinkedIn, and on YouTube. 

You’re tuned in to #CareerConvos™️with Nikki: unfiltered conversations about what it takes to build a career you actually want in corporate America. If you’re an accountant, analyst, finance manager, controller, or just trying to figure out what’s next in your career… you’re in the right place.

We talk about navigating layoffs, dealing with microaggressions, managing up, and advocating for yourself in rooms where no one looks like you. Grab your coffee, an old fashioned, or some lemon mint water and let's get into this conversation.
If you haven't already, join thousands of corporate employees who seek out my career advice to navigate the things they deal with at work everyday with #CareerConvos™️365 Days of Career Development. Each week I'm giving you a new piece of career advice plus career development resources you can use right now.

And of course as a Black CPA, I must address the accounting pipeline issues, the fear future CPAs feel about the CPA exam, and how my proven CPA exam review and coaching programs have helped CPA candidates finally pass those exams they keep failing. CPA candidates tell me my CPA exam coaching program helps them easily understand difficult accounting concepts and they appreciate my way of CPA exam review that's less boring.

You'll come across special edition episodes of #CareerConvos™️with Nikki as I'll occassionally pause (like you should at work) and talk about wellness, money, kids, entrepreneurship and more. I'm glad that you found the #CareerConvos™️with Nikki podcast and excited for you to come along for the ride.

Make sure we're connected - I hang out on Threads (@nikkwinstoncpa), LinkedIn, and on YouTube. 

In this episode of Career Convos with Nikki, I dive into three important interview questions that can help you avoid landing in a job that doesn’t fit your style or goals. Drawing from my own experiences, I talk about why it’s crucial to ask about what it’s really like to work somewhere, the leadership style of your potential manager, and why the last person left the role you’re interviewing for.

I share real stories about dealing with micromanagement, toxic environments, and how knowing the right questions to ask can save you from frustration and burnout. Whether you’re fresh out of school or several years into your career, understanding the culture and management style of a company can make all the difference in your job satisfaction and growth.

If you’ve ever wondered how to read between the lines in an interview or how to get clarity before accepting a new role, this episode is packed with honest advice and actionable tips to help you take control of your career journey.

Let’s keep the conversation going at nikkwinstoncpa.com/career

If this episode reflects what you’re living through at work, book time on my calendar for career coaching.  We’ll talk through the realities of your current job, what’s shifting around you, and how to position yourself for the job you love - and loves you back.

CPA exam coaching sessions are available on my CPA Exam page. I've also shared CPA exam coaching session replays, exam tutorials, and the exact steps I took to pass the CPA exam over there.

Make sure we're connected - I hang out on Threads (@nikkwinstoncpa), LinkedIn, and on YouTube. 

You’re tuned in to #CareerConvos™️with Nikki: unfiltered conversations about what it takes to build a career you actually want in corporate America. If you’re an accountant, analyst, finance manager, controller, or just trying to figure out what’s next in your career… you’re in the right place.

We talk about navigating layoffs, dealing with microaggressions, managing up, and advocating for yourself in rooms where no one looks like you. Grab your coffee, an old fashioned, or some lemon mint water and let's get into this conversation.
If you haven't already, join thousands of corporate employees who seek out my career advice to navigate the things they deal with at work everyday with #CareerConvos™️365 Days of Career Development. Each week I'm giving you a new piece of career advice plus career development resources you can use right now.

And of course as a Black CPA, I must address the accounting pipeline issues, the fear future CPAs feel about the CPA exam, and how my proven CPA exam review and coaching programs have helped CPA candidates finally pass those exams they keep failing. CPA candidates tell me my CPA exam coaching program helps them easily understand difficult accounting concepts and they appreciate my way of CPA exam review that's less boring.

You'll come across special edition episodes of #CareerConvos™️with Nikki as I'll occassionally pause (like you should at work) and talk about wellness, money, kids, entrepreneurship and more. I'm glad that you found the #CareerConvos™️with Nikki podcast and excited for you to come along for the ride.

Make sure we're connected - I hang out on Threads (@nikkwinstoncpa), LinkedIn, and on YouTube. 

In this deeply personal episode of CareerConvos™️, I reflect on my very first job fresh out of college, the awkward, eye-opening, and invaluable lessons that shaped my career path. From the handwritten thank-you note that set me apart to navigating a manufacturing facility in stilettos and steel toes, this story is about showing up authentically and embracing the unspoken realities of corporate America.

I share how early challenges, tough love from my first real boss, and relentless curiosity pushed me to grow beyond the numbers and into a confident professional who knows how to navigate complex environments. If you’re seeking real-world career advice grounded in experience, especially about standing out, learning the unwritten rules, and owning your journey, this episode is for you.

Whether you’re new to the workforce or a seasoned pro looking for a fresh perspective, these reflections remind us all that there’s no shortcut to growth, but there is power in the work.

Tune in and get ready to lean into the lessons that aren’t in the handbook but make all the difference.

Visit the #CareerConvos™️ page on NikkWinstonCPA.com for more career guidance.

Let’s keep the conversation going at nikkwinstoncpa.com/career

If this episode reflects what you’re living through at work, book time on my calendar for career coaching.  We’ll talk through the realities of your current job, what’s shifting around you, and how to position yourself for the job you love - and loves you back.

CPA exam coaching sessions are available on my CPA Exam page. I've also shared CPA exam coaching session replays, exam tutorials, and the exact steps I took to pass the CPA exam over there.

Make sure we're connected - I hang out on Threads (@nikkwinstoncpa), LinkedIn, and on YouTube.