cpas share secrets to career success

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by rick telberg

“passion” is not a word that pops up in a lot of business studies. but ask accountants and finance managers for the secret formula to a successful cpa career and “passion” is mentioned many times and in many ways.

“there are so many different career paths one can take and are available; finding the career path that you are passionate about is key and it takes time,” said james hoffman, an assistant controller in englewood, colo.

joanne newfield of cherry hill, n.j., a comptroller who also runs her own public practice and teaches accounting, advises new accountants: “don’t give up. find your passion in accounting and specialize in that area.”