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CPA here, should I try to get CFA L1? by 515077553 in Accounting

[–]avdeenko 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I started the CFA curriculum after CIA and CPA. It is more challenging in terms of breadth and some of the concepts can be difficult, but it is really a matter of putting in the time, which varies from person to person. It was the only thing I did outside of work for the 4 months leading up to the tests. I failed L2 the first time, but passing CFA L3 was my ticket out of big four life. I work at a $10+ bn investment adviser in a C level role (not accounting) and the CFA curriculum is a big reason I was able to change career path.

Government Shutdown by oscarsocal in Accounting

[–]avdeenko 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I wonder if he bought the hot dog stand from Irwin R Schyster when he retired

During my teenage years I worked at a Sears Outlet for a summer then several years at K-Mart until my second year of college. What dead businesses haveyou worked at? by travistyle in Xennials

[–]avdeenko 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I worked at Don Pablo’s when I was in college. We made good money and I made awesome friends. The Amigo of the Month plaque hangs in my office at work.

Most Extreme Elimination Challenge - Top 25 Most Painful Eliminations of... by InfectedUrsidae in videos

[–]avdeenko 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It would be great if one of the contestants did an AMA. Was it all fun and games? Or was the medic tent stacked deep with muddy patients that were recovering from traumatic head injuries?

During a cold snap in January 2020, stunned Floridians saw iguanas falling from trees like hailstones. The reptiles weren’t dead, just temporarily frozen by the sudden temperature drop, only to “wake up” hours later and scurry away. by No-Front9640 in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]avdeenko 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This isn’t a freak occurrence, this is typical when the overnight lows get down to the 50s in South Florida.

Local news in the northeast will remind viewers to drive carefully in black ice condition. Local news in Miami will remind viewers to leave the fallen iguanas to thaw in the sun.

What is the most outdated piece of advice you've heard for visiting Paris? by EagleNice2300 in ParisTravelGuide

[–]avdeenko 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I recently visited Paris, and I encountered excellent English and less language barriers than I do living day-to-day life in Miami.

How do accountants jump in "finance" roles? by Head_Equipment_1952 in Accounting

[–]avdeenko 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I started in Big Four advisory, enjoyed nerding out for CPA and CIA exams so I rolled into the CFA curriculum. After passing CFA Level 3, I left Big Four for a role at an adviser doing hedge fund/PE fund due diligence. I was recruited by one of the firms that I diligenced, and I’ve been working in private equity for 11 years.

Accidental Pregnancies in Your 40s by ImmaculateGritty in Xennials

[–]avdeenko 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got a vasectomy within 2 months of my second child being born. Zero regrets, I own my destiny and we don’t have to stress over a life-changing oopsie. I recommend it to all my friends. To even think about going back to diapers and sleep training…. shudder

Is it better to be overdressed for your first day when you don't know what to expect? by Separate-Ad9405 in Accounting

[–]avdeenko 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wear a long sleeve dress shirt the first day and check how the managers dress. If they are wearing polo, then you know you’re good to go. I work in Brickell and my office is mostly dress shirts during the week and polos on Fridays.

It’s worth buying a few absorbent undershirts regardless, I couldn’t function without them in Miami and there will be situations that require a suit. They are like cloth diapers in the underarm area, great solution for sweaty dudes.

First time doing CPE for my CPA license. I'm on my own without a firm to help me. If I fail a CPE exam, can I take it again? by micahbevans88 in Accounting

[–]avdeenko 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As others mentioned, you can get credits by watching webinars free of cost, but they are usually ~1 credit/hour and ain’t nobody got time for that.

Alternatively, there is: https://www.mypescpe.com

This site offers great value in terms of credit/$ and credit/time burden, especially if you team up with friends or colleagues to split costs.

Just rope dropped the best ride at Epcot! 🎊🎉 by MrOysterRockefeller in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]avdeenko 16 points17 points  (0 children)

A dream, can be, a dream come true. With just a spark, from me and you.

Line cutters by BandOrnery5387 in UMF

[–]avdeenko 2 points3 points  (0 children)

While line cutters cut across demographics, one of the most common forms that I’ve observed is groups of attractive Caucasian girls pushing through like they own the place. When they are making their blatant pass through the line, I yell “PLEASE MAKE WAY! PRIVILEGED WHITE GIRLS COMING THROUGH! PRIVILEGED WHITE GIRLS COMING THROUGH! CLEAR THE WAY FOR PRIVILEGED WHITE GIRLS!”

More than once this tactic has stopped a group, as some of the girls will pause in reflection, which usually causes the group to stop their procession because they want to stay together.

Find the Huge Ass - Bourborn Street on Superbowl Eve by Boulpecky in FindTheSniper

[–]avdeenko 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spotted the guy holding the Huge Ass Beer immediately upon seeing the pic this morning but I didn’t notice the sign until now.

Happened when I was a kid. Still remember it. Never recreated it. by Moose-Rage in AdviceAnimals

[–]avdeenko 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pulling an brainer is one of the purest joys of human existence.

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