CPA CAREER PATHS

🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now

In Episode 119 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, speaks with Angelina Aijun Lu, CPA, Audit Director at AAFCPAs.

This episode focuses on how accounting professionals can avoid career stagnation by redefining success beyond promotions and titles. Angelina shares how long-term career growth depends on balance, self-advocacy, and intentional lifestyle design.

It highlights how burnout prevention, personal development, and consistency outside of work all contribute to a more sustainable and fulfilling accounting career.

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
 • Why career success should not only be defined by promotions
 • How to prevent burnout during long audit cycles and deadlines
 • The importance of advocating for yourself and your goals
 • Why hobbies and personal interests support long-term performance
 • How volunteering builds perspective beyond traditional accounting roles

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 🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now 

In Episode 118 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, speaks with Angelina Aijun Lu, CPA, Audit Director at AAFCPAs. 

From immigrant beginnings to a senior leadership role in accounting, Angelina shares how consistency, discipline, and communication shaped her professional journey. 

This episode highlights how long-term thinking, exam discipline, and soft skills contribute to building a strong and sustainable accounting career. 

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
 • Why accounting can offer long-term career stability and growth
 • The discipline behind passing all four CPA exams before full-time work
 • How early communication improves professional relationships
 • Why soft skills are key to leadership success in accounting 

▶️ Listen to the full episode now: 

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 🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 117 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Nancy McClelland, CPA, Co-host of the She Counts Podcast. 

They explore Nancy’s unexpected journey into accounting and how becoming a CPA “by accident” shaped her career in a way that prioritizes people, community, and authenticity. 

This conversation highlights how unplanned career paths can still lead to meaningful success, and why redefining professionalism matters in today’s accounting profession. 

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• How unexpected career paths can lead to fulfilling opportunities
• Why community makes the accounting profession feel less overwhelming
• The importance of putting people first in professional growth
• Why professionalism doesn’t require hiding who you are 

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 🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now

In Episode 116 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Nancy McClelland, CPA, Co-host of the She Counts Podcast. They explore what it really means to build a CPA firm differently: putting people first, redefining professionalism, and creating a more human-centered approach to accounting. 

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• What “CPA but different” actually looks like in practice
 • Why putting people first leads to stronger, more sustainable growth
 • How can the community make the profession feel less overwhelming
 • Rethinking professionalism without losing credibility 

▶️ Listen to the full episode now: 

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http://www.youtube.com/@CPACareerPaths

🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now

In Episode 115 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Jessica Simmons, CPA, Relationship Manager at LLI Advisory Group. They discuss why quiet CPAs often get overlooked for promotions and the three key skills that can help you stand out, advance your career, and gain recognition in the workplace.

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• Why staying quiet at work can hold you back from promotions
• Three essential skills to boost visibility and influence
• Tips for showing up authentically without overexerting yourself
• How discipline, strategy, and confidence play a role in career growth

▶️ Listen to the full episode now:

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🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 114 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Jessica Simmons, CPA, Relationship Manager at LLI Advisory Group. Jessica shares why it can be overwhelming to tell everyone you’re preparing for the CPA exam, and how managing expectations, focus, and pressure can make all the difference. She dives into strategies to stay proactive, confident, and resilient while navigating the CPA journey.

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• Why keeping your CPA exam plans private can reduce stress
• How being proactive can work in your favor
• Lessons on focus, resilience, and managing pressure
• Insights into staying confident and navigating your career path

Listen to the full conversation now:

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http://www.youtube.com/@CPACareerPaths

🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 113 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Jessica Simmons, CPA, Relationship Manager at LLI Advisory Group. Jessica shares her inspiring journey from working as a bartender to becoming a CPA, proving that with determination and focus, anything is possible. She opens up about the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned along the way, and how she navigated her career path to reach where she is today.

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• How to make a bold career shift and succeed in a new field
• Lessons on perseverance, focus, and resilience
• Strategies for overcoming self-doubt and taking chances
• Insights into building confidence and professional growth

Listen to the full conversation now:

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🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now

In Episode 112 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, continues her conversation with Cristina Hale, CPA, Tax Practice Leader at BDO. Cristina Hale dives into the challenges of starting from scratch or rebuilding a career, sharing her experiences with navigating setbacks, overcoming mistakes, and finding the path forward in the accounting world.

This episode is packed with insights for accountants who feel stuck, want to reset their career trajectory, or are seeking actionable advice to rebuild with confidence.

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• How to approach starting over or rebuilding your career from $0
• Strategies for learning from mistakes and avoiding career traps
• Lessons on resilience, confidence, and professional growth
• Tips for turning setbacks into opportunities for long-term success

Listen to the full conversation now:

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🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now

In Episode 111 of the CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, continues her conversation with Cristina Hale, CPA, Tax Practice Leader at BDO. Cristina shares the pivotal moments early in her career when she said “yes” to opportunities she didn’t feel ready for, and how those uncomfortable decisions ultimately built her confidence and shaped her path to leadership.

Cristina opens up about navigating self-doubt, embracing challenges, and using each experience as a stepping stone for professional growth. This episode is packed with practical insights and encouragement for accountants who want to stretch themselves, overcome fear, and thrive in their careers.

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• How saying “yes” before feeling ready can accelerate career growth
• Strategies to turn uncomfortable opportunities into learning experiences
• Lessons on confidence-building and professional resilience
• Tips for navigating challenges while climbing the leadership ladder

Listen to the full conversation now

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🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 110 of the CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Cristina Hale, CPA, Tax Practice Leader at BDO, to share her inspiring journey from failing the CPA exam to rising into a leadership role.

Cristina opens up about the challenges she faced early in her career, how she persevered after setbacks, and the mindset and strategies that helped her climb to a leadership position in tax. This episode is full of actionable advice for accountants who want to overcome obstacles, grow professionally, and achieve their career goals.

🎯 What You’ll Take Away:
• How Cristina overcame failing the CPA exam and stayed motivated
• Key strategies to rise to leadership in tax
• Lessons on resilience and perseverance in your accounting career
• Tips for accelerating career growth from a seasoned CPA leader

Listen to the full conversation now

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http://www.youtube.com/@CPACareerPaths