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My CPA Journey @byjenthinks

Follow me on my journey that started in 2019 on becoming a CPA (Certified Professional Accountant).
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This CPA CFE Day 1 package is not about technical knowledge because CFE Day 1 is not focused on technical skill. Rather, Day 1 focuses on your enabling skills. If you came here from jenthinks.com, you would know that I spent way longer than required preparing for CFE. I did it that way so I can test out what worked and what did not. What I am sharing here is how to prepare and how to pass Day 1 by providing you with templates that worked and knowledge that kept me on the right path. Exam Day, Exam Guide, I Passed, Focus On Yourself, That Way, No Response, How To Become, Coding, Templates
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Focus On Yourself
That Way
No Response
How To Become
Coding
Templates
This CPA CFE Day 1 package is not about technical knowledge because CFE Day 1 is not focused on technical skill. Rather, Day 1 focuses on your enabling skills. If you came here from jenthinks.com, you would know that I spent way longer than required preparing for CFE. I did it that way so I can test out what worked and what did not. What I am sharing here is how to prepare and how to pass Day 1 by providing you with templates that worked and knowledge that kept me on the right path.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
My last CPA PEP module officially started one week ago. Since I work in the industry and passed Finance, I had a choice between Performance Management, Assurance (audit) or Tax. For those of you who have a choice on which elective to take, I want to share with you why I chose the Performance Management module over the other two and also the topics the module covers. Make More Money, Extra Money, Job Wishes, Exam Study Tips, Study Hacks, Weekend Jobs, University Tips, Cpa Exam, Board Exam
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Extra Money
Job Wishes
Exam Study Tips
Study Hacks
Weekend Jobs
University Tips
Cpa Exam
Board Exam
My last CPA PEP module officially started one week ago. Since I work in the industry and passed Finance, I had a choice between Performance Management, Assurance (audit) or Tax. For those of you who have a choice on which elective to take, I want to share with you why I chose the Performance Management module over the other two and also the topics the module covers.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
Are The CPA Densmore PEP Essentials Packages Worth It? Need To Know, Finance, The Past, Journey, Positive Things, Packaging, How To Plan, Writing
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Packaging
How To Plan
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One thing I did differently for this module compared to Core modules was that I had access to the Finance Elective Essentials package offered by Densmore. I have heard a lot of positive things about their CFE Exam Prep program in the past (which I might utilize to get ready for writing the 2021 Sept CFE) but I have not seen many reviews of their PEP packages.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
As I prepare to write the CPA CFE in September, I plan on sharing every step of my journey with you all. Since my plan is to start studying as early as possible, I hope my content will be useful for candidates writing in May 2021 as well. In a previous post, I shared what I learned from the past Governor General’s Gold Medal and Regional Medal winners. This time, I will share what you need to know before you even begin studying for your CPA CFE.
As I prepare to write the CPA CFE in September, I plan on sharing every step of my journey with you all. Since my plan is to start studying as early as possible, I hope my content will be useful for candidates writing in May 2021 as well. In a previous post, I shared what I learned from the past Governor General’s Gold Medal and Regional Medal winners. This time, I will share what you need to know before you even begin studying for your CPA CFE.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
Until then, I want to share what I have learned from the past winners of the CFE Governor General’s and regional Gold Medals. Even if winning the medals or being on the Honour Roll is not a goal for most of us, we can still learn from the candidates who achieved the honor by executing their study strategy well. Thinking Skills, Critical Thinking, Gold Medal Winners, Depth Of Knowledge, Daily Checklist, Final Exams, Honor Roll, Study Tips, Regional
Thinking Skills
Critical Thinking
Gold Medal Winners
Depth Of Knowledge
Daily Checklist
Final Exams
Honor Roll
Study Tips
Regional
Until then, I want to share what I have learned from the past winners of the CFE Governor General’s and regional Gold Medals. Even if winning the medals or being on the Honour Roll is not a goal for most of us, we can still learn from the candidates who achieved the honor by executing their study strategy well.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
This post will walk you through the steps of what to do when you start a new job under the Experience Verification Route (EVR) for CPA PERT. If you haven't read it already, I wrote an ultimate guide for CPA PERT before. I thought I got CPA PERT sort of figured out until I changed job last month. I was completely distracted by the shiny new object aka the job so I neglected to figure out what I had to do for CPA PERT for the job change (I knew I had to do something). Cpa Review, No Experience Jobs, Fiscal Year, Changing Jobs, Last Date, Job Description, Change Me, New Job, Assessment
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This post will walk you through the steps of what to do when you start a new job under the Experience Verification Route (EVR) for CPA PERT. If you haven't read it already, I wrote an ultimate guide for CPA PERT before. I thought I got CPA PERT sort of figured out until I changed job last month. I was completely distracted by the shiny new object aka the job so I neglected to figure out what I had to do for CPA PERT for the job change (I knew I had to do something).
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
I realized it will be more efficient if I come up with a plan and time table before tackling the CPA module workshop. My expectation is that it will take around the same amount of time as the weekend workshop but potentially less if you are able to stay focused and not have to wait for everyone else. It might also take longer if you tend to craft the perfect answers - be aware of time because you are going to want to make sure you leave time for debriefing. For Everyone, Everyone Else, Stay Focused, Workshop, Craft
For Everyone
Everyone Else
Stay Focused
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Craft
I realized it will be more efficient if I come up with a plan and time table before tackling the CPA module workshop. My expectation is that it will take around the same amount of time as the weekend workshop but potentially less if you are able to stay focused and not have to wait for everyone else. It might also take longer if you tend to craft the perfect answers - be aware of time because you are going to want to make sure you leave time for debriefing.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
I understand many of you feel nervous, anxious or intimidated at job interviews. I know people who are more qualified and experienced than I am struggle to convince their future employers exactly how perfect they are for the jobs. Therefore, I am sharing with you how to find the perfect accounting job as a CPA candidate. At the end of the day, the perfect job should be more than just a paycheque. Accounting Certificate, Accounting Jobs, Job Interviews, First Job, Anxious, How Are You Feeling, Future
Accounting Certificate
Accounting Jobs
Job Interviews
First Job
Anxious
How Are You Feeling
Future
I understand many of you feel nervous, anxious or intimidated at job interviews. I know people who are more qualified and experienced than I am struggle to convince their future employers exactly how perfect they are for the jobs. Therefore, I am sharing with you how to find the perfect accounting job as a CPA candidate. At the end of the day, the perfect job should be more than just a paycheque.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
A reader reached out to me asking if I can share my debriefing notes for Core 2. Unfortunately, my notes for Core 2 were hand-written and all over the place. However, I thought it might be useful if I share the list of topics I studied for the Core 2 exam. What To Study, Exam Study, Hand Written, Study Notes, Things To Think About, Core
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A reader reached out to me asking if I can share my debriefing notes for Core 2. Unfortunately, my notes for Core 2 were hand-written and all over the place. However, I thought it might be useful if I share the list of topics I studied for the Core 2 exam.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
This post is meant for people who are interested in becoming a CPA (Certified Professional Accountant) in Canada without an accounting or business degree. I am in the CPA PEP program right now even though I actually went to university for a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Accounting Major, Accounting Programs, World University, Going To University, Resume Ideas, Bachelor Of Arts
Accounting Major
Accounting Programs
World University
Going To University
Resume Ideas
Bachelor Of Arts
This post is meant for people who are interested in becoming a CPA (Certified Professional Accountant) in Canada without an accounting or business degree. I am in the CPA PEP program right now even though I actually went to university for a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
I hope this list of YouTube videos will be helpful to you for CPA Core 2. They either helped me with difficult concepts I struggled with understanding from just the reading or served as a quick refresher for concepts I learned before. Millionaire Next Door, Finance Books, Personal Finance, Public Libraries, Reading, Videos, Latte
Millionaire Next Door
Finance Books
Personal Finance
Public Libraries
Reading
Videos
Latte
I hope this list of YouTube videos will be helpful to you for CPA Core 2. They either helped me with difficult concepts I struggled with understanding from just the reading or served as a quick refresher for concepts I learned before.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
If you are struggling with reporting your work experience via EVR for CPA PERT, read this guide as it will help you get started. Let's get certified! Let It Be, The Journey
Let It Be
The Journey
If you are struggling with reporting your work experience via EVR for CPA PERT, read this guide as it will help you get started. Let's get certified!
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
On jenthinks.com, I share the ups & downs of my CPA journey with the intention to inspire and help. #TheCPAWay Ups And Downs, Accounting, Inspire, Economics
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On jenthinks.com, I share the ups & downs of my CPA journey with the intention to inspire and help. #TheCPAWay
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jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
I share the email I sent to my reader who was convinced she failed CPA Core 1. I know she worked hard and I know most of you did. The CPA PEP exams are not designed to fail you because otherwise, the pass rates would be significantly lower. You Must, Fails, Writer, Lettering, Writers, Make Mistakes
You Must
Fails
Writer
Lettering
Writers
Make Mistakes
I share the email I sent to my reader who was convinced she failed CPA Core 1. I know she worked hard and I know most of you did. The CPA PEP exams are not designed to fail you because otherwise, the pass rates would be significantly lower.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
Read this post to find out how I studied for my CPA PEP Core 2 exam without feeling burned out! I have also provided a list of items for your study plan.
Read this post to find out how I studied for my CPA PEP Core 2 exam without feeling burned out! I have also provided a list of items for your study plan.
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
Read this post to find out how I studied for my CPA PEP Core 2 exam without feeling burned out! How To Find Out, Feeling Burnt Out, Mess Up, Study, Feelings
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Feeling Burnt Out
Mess Up
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Feelings
Read this post to find out how I studied for my CPA PEP Core 2 exam without feeling burned out!
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jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
Click for tips on how to study for CPA Core 1. The article talks about the study strategies during the module and before the exam. They worked for me so they will help you too! Mindfulness, School
Mindfulness
School
Click for tips on how to study for CPA Core 1. The article talks about the study strategies during the module and before the exam. They worked for me so they will help you too!
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks
Click for tips on how to study for CPA Core 1. The article talks about the study strategies during the module and before the exam. They worked for me so they will help you too!
Click for tips on how to study for CPA Core 1. The article talks about the study strategies during the module and before the exam. They worked for me so they will help you too!
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
jenthinks | CPA Tips |
My CPA Journey @byjenthinks