NJCPA Focus

NJCPA Focus is an informative blog that discusses timely issues, trends and developments in the accounting industry from NJCPA members, staff and other professionals. 

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    What We Learned in the Last 8 Weeks About Working from Home

    Posted: May 26, 2020
    Working from home has become the norm for most people since March. Once our country begins to take steps to fully open up safely, the rules will change again. Our ability to adapt and pivot in real time will ensure our success not only as individuals, but as organizations, and as a country.
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    How Working Mom CPAs Can Survive and Thrive

    Posted: February 28, 2020
    You know you are a working mom when your mind seamlessly transitions from remembering to change a diaper on your way out the door to strategizing about tax savings for your multi-million dollar client as you are driving to work. Here are some helpful tips to thrive.
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    Obtaining My CPA at 32

    Posted: February 25, 2020
    What I learned throughout the following year’s successes and failures is simple; the CPA Exam is a war of mental attrition where the persistent and dedicated are rewarded. Here is my journey on passing it.
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    How to Distinguish Yourself From the Pack

    Posted: January 8, 2020
    With the proper mindset and the right leadership to offer direction, anyone can turn the challenges of starting a new staff accountant job into opportunities. Here are some pointers to keep in mind.
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    10 Financial Pointers for Young Professionals Coming Out (or About to Come Out) of College

    Posted: January 23, 2019
    Graduating from college and other advanced degree programs is a big deal — not just for the education obtained, but for the commitment of focusing oneself for 4-5 years on a goal. Here are my ten financial pointers for young professionals coming out.
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    Reflections on the Impact of a Scholarship

    Posted: November 21, 2018
    I am indeed thankful to be selected as one of the recipients of the NJCPA Scholarship Awards for the 2018/19 academic year. Here are some impacts it has had on my education.
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    5 Tips to Get Started in Networking

    Posted: September 27, 2018
    It’s crucial to view networking as building a friendship and possibly even a partnership instead of wondering what an individual in the profession could do for you. Here are some tips to get started.
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