Your commitment to making a lasting impact shows your deep-seated desire to make a difference in the accounting profession. Stay persistent, stay hungry for knowledge, and never lose sight of the positive change you're capable of bringing about.
Find new ways to solve problems, improve processes and deliver value to clients or your company.
For starters, turn to your NJCPA community and interest groups to exchange ideas and drive innovation collectively. You can also get inspiration from past recipients of NJCPA Ovation Awards who made a substantial impact on our profession.
Be a catalyst for progress by recognizing opportunities for improvement.
Driving change can take a village. Whether you want to advocate for practice standards or affect changes in the pathway to CPA, build support through your community. There are many opportunities to connect and engage to make your visions a reality.
Reaching out to students to encourage careers in accounting is one of the most impactful ways to ensure a bright future for our profession.
Participate in a one-time activity like talking with college students on campus or commit to longer term activities such as mentoring a high school scholarship recipient.
As you progress in your career, consider how you want to be remembered.
Leave a legacy by making significant contributions, inspiring others and creating positive change that extends beyond your own career.