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Episode 17 ā Finding Time You Didnāt Know You Had
So many CPA candidates tell me they ājust canāt find the time,ā and I hear this more often than any other challenge. The truth is: itās rarely about discipline. Itās usually about having a plan that matches your real life ā and most people donāt.
In this episode, we explore a simple, compassionate approach to understanding where your time is actually going. Not with restriction or pressure, but with curiosity. Once you become aware of how your day is truly unfolding, pockets of time begin to reveal themselves ā often without changing anything in your life.
We also talk about the different ways people relate to time: the time optimist, the time pessimist, and the time realist. Seeing yourself in one of these patterns can help you create a schedule that supports you instead of stressing you.
If youāve been feeling behind, overwhelmed, or unsure how to fit studying into an already full schedule, this episode will help you see your time in a new, more empowering way. A few small adjustments can make consistency so much easier.
Quick reflection:Ā Whatās one small window of time youāre ready to reclaim for something that truly matters to you?
Tune in to Episode 17 to learn how to uncover the time you already have ā and use it with more clarity, confidence, and ease.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
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šļøĀ 5 Simple Ways to Study Without Stress and Enjoy the Holidays
The holiday season can leave many CPA Exam candidates feeling stretched thin. End-of-year deadlines, family commitments, travel, and social plans all collide with your study goalsāand itās easy to feel like you have to choose one or the other.
But you donāt have to. You can enjoy the holidays and make meaningful progress toward your CPA Exam Success with clarity, intention, and ease.
In this episode, I walk you through five simple ways to study without stress and still enjoy the seasonāso you can stop second-guessing yourself and start following through in a way that supports your life and your goals.
Hereās what youāll learn:
šÆ How to define a realistic year-end goal using durationānot completion
š How to schedule your study time so it supports both progress and celebration
šŖ· How to set up a study space that feels calm, clear, and easy to return to
š Why mini rewards help you stay consistent without added pressure
š”ļø How boundaries protect your energy, your time, and your commitments
Youāll also hear real stories from candidates navigating this seasonālike the client who found a test date that gave her both the review time she wanted and the family time she valued simply by looking at her calendar with intention.
And we finish with three gentle reminders:
āļø Support your energy in ways that keep you steady
⨠Let small, consistent steps work in your favor
š Stay connected to the bigger goal youāre moving toward
If you want extra support, CLICK HERE to download the holiday planning worksheet that helps you map out your year-end study plan and keep your next steps visible.
If youāre listening during Consult Week, CLICK HERE to book your 15-minute strategy chat. If youāre listening later, use the same link to check availability.
š§ Listen now and learn how to move through this season with clarity, consistency, and confidenceāso you can enjoy what matters most to you and stay connected to your CPA Exam Success.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
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Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.
šļø All In or All Out? The Moment You Stop Debating and Start Deciding
There comes a point in every CPA Exam candidateās journey when you realize you canāt stay halfway in anymore.
You want to passābut part of you still doubts itās possible. That quiet tug-of-war drains your focus, your energy, and your motivation.
Half commitment creates full exhaustion.
Itās not that you canāt pass the CPA Examāitās that you havenāt decided how youāll show up yet.
When you commit fully, everything gets simpler:
ā Your plan gets clearer
ā Your schedule feels lighter
ā Your belief grows stronger
Indecision burns more energy than action ever will.
In this episode, I share the simple but powerful decision that brings relief and clarity: choosing to be all in or all outāwith intention. No more back-and-forth. Just one clear answer for today.
Hereās what youāll learn:
⨠How to reclaim your time and energy with one clean daily decision
⨠What āall inā really looks likeāsteady, not extreme
⨠How willingnessānot perfect beliefākeeps you moving forward
⨠How to use my CPA Exam Success Formula to create structure you can trust
⨠How the STAR Framework (Schedule, Track, Assess, Reward) becomes your built-in feedback loop for progress
I also share real client stories that show how clarity changes everythingāhow one decision to stop debating and start deciding became the turning point in their CPA Exam preparation.
Whether your answer today is all in or all out, my hope is that you walk away with permission to choose clearly, rest fully, and come back focused.
š§ Listen now to discover how clarityānot pressureāmoves you toward your CPA Exam Success, one intentional decision at a time.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
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Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.
šĀ CPA Exam Success for All Candidates: Finding the Right Level of Support
Episode Summary
In this episode, Dawn walks through the different ways CPA candidates can get support ā and how to decide what makes sense forĀ youĀ right now. Many candidates know they need support, but feel unsure about what kind, where to find it, or whether theyāre āreadyā to ask for help.
Dawn explains that CPA Exam Success does not look the same for everyone. Some candidates need time and space to listen quietly and learn. Others need short-term structure to build consistency. Some want ongoing group guidance, and others know they benefit most from personalized one-on-one support.
This episode is designed to help you understand how Dawn supports CPA candidates, what problem she actually helps solve, and how to choose your next step without pressure, confusion, or second-guessing.
šÆĀ What Youāll Learn in This Episode
1. What Kind of Support Actually Helps CPA Candidates
Dawn explains why many candidates think they need more help with the material ā when what they really need is support with consistency, focus, time management, and mindset.
2. How Dawn Helps (And What She Doesnāt Do)
Youāll learn why Dawn does not teach CPA Exam content, and how her work focuses on study strategies, mindset strategies, and time management so your existing review materials work better for you.
3. Free Support Options Available Right Now
Dawn walks through her free resources, including:
These resources are designed to give you clarity, reassurance, and practical guidance without any pressure to invest.
4. Low-Cost Support to Build Consistency
Youāll learn about the 30-Day Challenge ā a short, structured experience designed to help you practice showing up consistently without intensity or perfection, including an optional VIP upgrade for added accountability.
5. Ongoing Group Coaching and Digital Course Support
Dawn explains her CPA Exam Success Mastery Group Coaching and Digital Course, including whatās included, how long you can stay, and who this level of support is best for.
6. High-Touch One-on-One Coaching
For candidates who know they need personalized strategy and accountability, Dawn outlines her VIP one-on-one coaching option and explains who this level of support is designed for.
7. How to Decide Whatās Right for You Right Now
Youāll learn simple questions you can ask yourself to identify the next step that fits your current season ā without rushing or choosing more support than you need.
(The resources and programs mentioned in this episode are subject to change)
Key Takeaway
You donāt need to choose everything all at once. CPA Exam Success comes from choosing the level of support that fits your life right now and allowing that to evolve over time. There is no ārightā place to start ā only whatās right for you. What would feel the most supportive and doable right now?
If youāre unsure where to begin, start with the free resources and give yourself time to listen, learn, and steady yourself.
If you want help deciding what level of support makes sense, you can also schedule a 15-minute Zoom strategy chat to talk it through.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
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Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.
šĀ The First 30 Matter MostĀ š
BecauseĀ The First 30Ā study hours set the tone for everything that follows.
When you start strong, you continue strong.
When you build a solid study system inĀ The First 30Ā days, the rest becomes easierābecause you feel confident, in control, and clear on your path to CPA Exam Success.
If youāve started studying for the CPA Exam and got stuck, distracted, or discouraged⦠itās time to restart.
Thatās why I created theĀ CPA Exam Confident! 30 in 30 ChallengeāyourĀ First 30.
This challenge is all about establishing yourĀ first 30 study hoursĀ so theyāre efficient and effective in yourĀ first 30 daysof studying.
And hereās the truth:Ā The First 30Ā isnāt always your literal first 30 hours or first 30 days.
š If youāre just starting out, start strong.
š If youāve already started but got off track, this is your clean slateāyour freshĀ First 30.Ā Itās your chance to restart, reset, and make your next 30 hours of study more efficient, more effective, and better than before.
š This time, youāll do it differently. Just because it didnāt work before doesnāt mean it canāt work now.
InsideĀ The First 30Ā youāll get:
⨠Daily emails to guide and encourage you
⨠23 short video that not only keep you motivated, but also offer study, mindset, and time management strategies
šØĀ Registration closes at midnight tonight (September 30, 2025) and the October 2025 Challenge begins tomorrow morning, October 1st.
If youāre ready to start (or restart) strong, join now.
šĀ Click here to join The CPA Exam Confident! 30 in 30 Challenge
š For theĀ VIP 1:1 Coaching optionāwhich includes 4 private coaching calls and unlimited daily email supportāDM me or send me an email today. Limited spots available.
PS: If you join after the month starts, youāll be automatically added to the next monthās Challenge.
Ready to Stop Struggling and Start Passing?
Join my CPA Exam Success Mastery Coaching Program and get the strategy, mindset, and support you need to pass your first CPA Exam sectionāand then the restāwith confidence and ease.
š Click HERE to take your first step toward CPA Exam success!
Letās Connect!
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
Do you ever feel like youāre ābehindā in your CPA Exam prep?
That thought alone can keep you stuck in frustration instead of moving forward with clarity.
In this episode, Iāll show you how to let go of the urgency, simplify your approach, and study in a way thatās both effective and sustainable. Youāll discover how to move forward as your Future-CPA-Selfāwithout adding unnecessary stress, struggle, or sacrifice.
Hereās what youāll learn in Episode 13:
⨠Why consistency always beats rushing (think tortoise > hare)
⨠How to use duration goals to gather honest study data
⨠The power of recalibratingāwhat worked, what didnāt, and whatās next
⨠Why simplifying to one or two resources saves time and accelerates progress
⨠How to apply the scientific method to your CPA Exam prep: hypothesize ā test ā analyze ā adjust
Youāll also get practical strategies you can use todayālike the āfirst five minutesā approach and designing a realistic study plan that fits your life.
The big shift? Passing the CPA Exam doesnāt require rushing, piling on resources, or sacrificing your life. You can choose clarity, confidence, and easeāand let your system unfold one informed study block at a time.
š§ Tune in now to reframe how you study and move forward toward your CPA Exam Success with confidence and ease.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
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Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.
Do you ever feel like your study effort isnāt matching your results?
Youāve committed. Youāve planned. Youāve even taken action.
But somehow, the progress just doesnāt add up.
Youāre not doing anything wrong. Youāre simply ready for something more refined:
š Not just a schedule.
š Not just another plan.
š But aĀ systemĀ that works with your life.
In this episode, Iāll walk you through how to use your time, energy, and focus as part of a true CPA Exam Passing Systemāone thatās realistic, repeatable, and built for real life.
⨠Why starting with yourĀ realĀ time and energy (not the āidealā version) is the key to lasting consistency
⨠How to see your time as an account, not just a scheduleāand use it wisely
⨠Why building a study rhythm matters more than chasing perfect conditions
⨠How the š STAR Framework (Schedule, Track, Assess, Reward) turns effort into steady progress
⨠The Track ā Train ā Compound loop that transforms study sessions into sustainable momentum
š The Ultimate CPA Exam Success Checklist
š The 30 in 30 Challenge
š Chat with me to see if 1:1 coaching is the right fit for you
š ATimeLogger app for tracking study sessions (not an affiliate link)
This system isnāt about pushing harderāitās about studying smarter, building trust in yourself, and creating steady momentum toward your CPA Exam Success.
š§ Tune in now to learn how to stop starting over and start moving forward with a real plan that fits your life.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
©MIAMI COACH CONNECTION, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.
š§ Episode 11 ā Self-Trust: The Hidden Ingredient to Reaching the CPA Exam Finish Line
āļøāš„ Broken Promises = šBroken Progress on the CPA Exam
Episode Summary:
If youāve ever said āIāll study tonightā and then didnātāthis episode is for you. Most CPA Exam candidates assume the struggle is about time, material, or motivation. But what quietly stalls progress is the erosion of self-trustāthe subtle doubt that builds each time you donāt follow through on a promise to yourself.
In this episode, Dawn explains why self-trustānot pressure or guiltāis the steady force that turns intentions into action. Youāll learn how small, repeatable commitments compound into confidence, shift your identity into someone who follows through, and carry you to the CPA Exam finish line.
In This Episode, Youāll Learn:
ā Why lack of self-trustānot lack of timeākeeps candidates stuck
ā How small, consistent promises build your āself-trust muscleā
ā What happens when studying stops being a negotiation and becomes a promise you honor
ā How identity shifts (from āI procrastinateā to āI follow throughā) create lasting momentum
ā Why self-trust spills over into work, relationships, and well-being
ā How the STAR Study Framework supports reliable follow-through (Schedule, Track, Assess, Reward)
What Self-Trust Looks Like in Practice:
Truth Check + Reflection Prompt:
Mentioned in This Episode:
Final Takeaway:
You donāt need more pressure to move forwardāyou need self-trust. Keep one small promise today. Repeat it tomorrow. That steady follow-through is what carries you all the way to your CPA Exam Success.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
©MIAMI COACH CONNECTION, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.
CPA Exam Success Podcast with Dawn Edelstein CPA
Episode Summary:
If studying for the CPA Exam feels like pushing a boulder uphillāyou're not alone. And you're not broken. More often than not, the frustration and lack of progress arenāt about intelligence, effort, or even your study plan.
In this episode, Dawn unpacks five clear signs that youāre truly ready to studyānot just on paper, but in real life. When these signs are missing, study sessions become inconsistent, overwhelming, and draining. But when theyāre present? You gain clarity, momentum, and a calm, repeatable rhythm that actually works.
Whether you're just starting, restarting, or wondering why progress still feels hardāthis episode gives you the insight and tools to move forward with confidence.
In This Episode, Youāll Learn:
ā Why readiness is an internal shiftānot a perfect schedule
ā What quiet willingness looks like (and why motivation isnāt required)
ā How to create space for study inside your actual life
ā Why failure isnāt a setback, but a sign of engagement
ā How to stop rushing and start building a system that lasts
ā What to do when your resistance is louder than your reason
The Five Signs Youāre Ready to Study for the CPA Exam:
Truth Check + Reflection Prompt:
At the end of the episode, Dawn invites you to reflect on each readiness sign and check in with honesty.
Which ones earned a yes?
Which ones need strengthening?
š Download the free Episode 10 Worksheet to go deeper with personalized prompts and micro-actions for each sign of readiness.
Mentioned in This Episode:
šÆ The 30-Day CPA Exam Confident Challenge
⨠Join Anytime āØ
Youāll get:
ā 30 days of focused study support
ā A guided email sequence with all of the lesson replays
ā Access to the private Facebook group
š Margarytaās CPA Exam Success Story
From three FAR failures to passing the entire CPA Examāproving that resilience, not perfection, is what carries you to the finish line.
Listen to Episode 7 for her full journey.
Final Takeaway:
Readiness isnāt something you wait forāitās something you build.
You donāt need perfect conditions to begin.
You need clarity, intention, and one step forward.
This episode helps you find that stepāand take it.
š Get Coached to transform your CPA Exam prep and your life so that this process becomes simple, doable, and enjoyable.
š¬Ā Let's Chat to get unstuck, ditch the stress and overwhelm, and know exactly what to do next to pass the CPA Exam. ($27 one-time offer)
šļø Join my 30-Day Study Challenge to stop the start-stop study cycle and finally start making real progress. ($67)
š² Join my FREE Facebook Group and get real time support in my Monthly Masterclasses. (Free)
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
©MIAMI COACH CONNECTION, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.
Join theĀ āCPA Exam Confident! 30 in 30 Challengeā
Join in real time (July 2025) or join anytime and you will be walked through the full 30-day challenge with daily emails and Facebook LIVE replays.
If you're ready to finally gain momentum with your study plan, this is your chance.
This isnāt a push to work harder. Itās a gentle, supportive reset that helps you study consistentlyāwith clarity, confidence, and no burnout.
ā You commit toĀ 30 focused study hours in 30 days
ā Each day, you choose from 4 options:
⢠1 à 60-minute study block
⢠2 à 30-minute study blocks
⢠3 à 20-minute study blocks
⢠4 à 15-minute study blocks
ā You track your time + reflect on your study session efficiency and effectiveness
ā You get access to daily LIVE check-ins (SunāThurs at 9:45 AM EST) in my private CPA Exam Success Facebook Group
ā You studyĀ withĀ a communityānot alone
šĀ And yesāthere are giveaways!
When youĀ registerā (and join LIVE), youāll be entered to win:
⨠A free 1:1 CPA Exam coaching session
⨠A scholarship to the next LIVE CPA Exam Success Workshop (July 17th)
⨠Grand prize of CPA Exam Success Mastery Coaching Program and Digital Course
⨠...and more
But you mustĀ āregisterāĀ to get accessĀ to:
š„ The downloadable workbook
šÆ The prize drawings
š§ All the tools and support
If youāre tired of spinning in place⦠If you need a fresh start⦠If you want a study system thatĀ actually fits your life...
šĀ āRegister now for the CPA Exam Confident! 30 in 30 Challengeā
Iāll see you insideāand LIVE tomorrow at 9:45 AM EST in my freeĀ āFacebook GroupāĀ (join group to watch LIVEs)
Youāve got this, and Iām cheering you on every step of the way!
Dawn
Ready to Stop Struggling and Start Passing?
Join my CPA Exam Success Mastery Coaching Program and get the strategy, mindset, and support you need to pass your first CPA Exam sectionāand then the restāwith confidence and ease.
š Click HERE to take your first step toward CPA Exam success!
Letās Connect!
š© Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a messageāIād love to hear from you!
š§ Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!
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