Why I Became a CPA (And Was It Worth It!?)

In this video, Alexander Efros, MBA, EA, CPA, CFP® from Efros Financial presents "Why I Became a CPA (And Was It Worth It!?)".

[randomuser]

Teachers like that are why I like online classes.

[yoidkldk]

The accounting equation is an algebraic equation. And if we remember our math we know that the balance the equation always has to stay in Balance so whatever one side has to equal whatever on the other side. So in order for the equation to stay in balance you have to do the opposite when you're on the other side of the equation. I had to figure that out myself as well because my accounting professor was a CPA and he just said to do remote memorization and my brain does not work with remote memorization it has to make sense I have to understand the why. And that is why and I was so happy when I figured it out🎉🎉😂

[coldplayer]

got out of the military after 10 years of being an aircraft mechanic. thought i would like accounting so i declared it as my major. first accounting class, professor walks in and is basically how your professor was. knew it was for me after the lectures felt as if only 10 mins went by and i couldn't stop smiling the entire time cause of how much i enjoyed it! 1 year left before i can take the cpa exam :D thanks for the video!

[faithy]

Obviously CPA exam has been a pain in my ass that won't bother me any longer I have gotten my license already thanks to you Mr Dylan God bless you more cuz you made it possible for me

[KrshnVisualizer]

Im a freaking 17 year old deciding for a course to take in college and this accounting thing just made me more inspired to take it :) thanks for the insight

[CraZzynrGy]

Appreciate the story! My professor wasn’t intense as yours but he made more than half our class drop since he was so confrontational. He had a difficult exam but he really cared and tried to make us be better. That professor shaped me to who I am. Now I’m a cpa starting my tax career.

[superdrew-]

I’ve been a CPA for a few years now. Very similar story. Had to take an intro to Accounting class for my general business degree. My professor was a very grumpy old man with a heart for teaching and always kept things relevant and interesting. If it had been a different guy teaching that class I would not have the life I have now.

[Liam]

I had founded a company 22 years ago and have fired many CPAs because of their horrible communication and scores of other reasons. I finally decided that I would do my own books. Speed ahead and I liked it so much I decided to go back and be a CPA. Am on that path and love every minute of it. I am determined to be the good communicator in the field to make it better as a whole. I think there is a huge shift in the profession that is driving the bar to be raised in customer service and actually talking with clients, planning, strategizing as part of the fees. Just my opinion, but these talents make the added value to the service outweigh the CPA fees, making the customer much more satisfied with what they are getting. I think a lot of customers felt overcharged and underwhelmed with CPA services.

[ofwpblw]

Very inspiring, and I agree you are an excellent storyteller! I’m a career accountant with an MBA, now inspired to get my CPA. Thank you!

[Revocateanimos]

Watching this on my CPA study break! Very inspiring!

[bezaye]

I am studying for my CPA and watch this while I am stuck. Thank you sir you are the best storyteller and motivation.

[spire]

My dad was a CPA and it was never on my radar till I went to business school. I will officially become licensed in my state this October.

[theswashbuckjournal]

Great video, I’m just about to begin studying for the cpa exam, after many months of vacation. I’m a little nervous to get these gears turning again but your story and overall enthusiasm has helped with that first step.

[RodrigoCastillo-unom]

watched this as i wait for my results on my last test, fingers crossed

[thetaeater]

Your accent makes me miss home so bad! I got a bs in econ at Rutgers and became a golf pro. 20 years later now doing the accounting thing just because I love it.

[kiranarao]

I just stumbled upon this. I am an Indian CA and totally resonate with your thoughts. Took me back to my CA study days.. all the best..

[ninanina]

I really needed to hear this today. I was wondering if I'm on the right path and listening to your story help me decided to keep going and to not give up. Thank you🙏🏾

[joshuanun]

You had a really good teacher! Thank you for sharing! My English teacher changed my life as well.

[MurrayEstes]

SURFING CPA IN HONOLULU, HAWAII FOR OVER 30 YEARS!

[rileighgaler]

This is a fantastic video. You could make a podcast if you tried my man 👍. I wish that I had more people in my life that were as passionate about success as you seem to be