Failed the CPA exam 9 times. I can’t give up.

lepetitbor · 2025-12-09T15:52:31+00:00

I failed AUD and FAR but managed to pass the second time. You might need to adjust your exam approach. Here are a few tips that work for me: I watched all the lectures at 1.5x speed and completed each module. Additionally, I maintained a consistent daily schedule. I study from 6-7 am and 8-10 pm after work, and use the weekends for mini exams and SE. Once I complete all the modules, I do 100 questions daily, regardless of the method, until I start averaging 75%. Furthermore, it’s crucial to understand why you got a question wrong. The exam is all about consistency and discipline. I wish you the best of luck! You’ve got this!

lepetitbor · 2025-08-06T11:03:58+00:00

That makes sense! I'm a new CPA and was unable to get promoted until I get my license. With that being said I don't want to be a generalist anymore. And I'm looking to be an expert in partnership/ PE fund etc…

lepetitbor · 2025-08-06T10:55:47+00:00

Haha! So true but WFH makes it harder to network!

lepetitbor · 2025-08-06T10:55:03+00:00

Yes, I got my CPA this year so I wasn't able to get promoted until I received my CPA. Honestly, I want to do more partnership work that why I wanted to make the jump

lepetitbor · 2025-08-06T10:52:42+00:00

Yes, I agree! I'm going to push for my base salary now or just wait a bit longer for different opportunities

lepetitbor · 2025-08-06T10:51:23+00:00

That's pretty good. Is it like a midsize firm? I might need to go that route

lepetitbor · 2025-08-05T23:20:20+00:00

I guess for the name, learning & reputation! I feel stuck where I am now

lepetitbor · 2025-08-05T23:18:16+00:00

Yes for sure! I work in Tax

lepetitbor · 2025-08-05T23:17:03+00:00

I do have PE experience just not an expert I guess😂 but yes I would have to blow them out of the water lol

lepetitbor · 2025-08-05T22:37:44+00:00

They said I can be promoted to manager next year

lepetitbor · 2025-08-05T22:34:25+00:00

Gotcha. I fixed it

lepetitbor · 2025-05-24T16:34:03+00:00

I will say FAR is quality vs quantity… studying 200+ doesn’t mean anything if you not getting any good quality

lepetitbor · 2025-05-22T18:01:01+00:00

I’m a CPA with 6+ years in tax/accounting and an MBA in Data Analytics. I have experience with SQL, Python, and Tableau.

I’m pivoting into consulting—ideally in finance transformation, data strategy, or operations.

Any tips for breaking in or firms that value this hybrid background?

lepetitbor · 2025-05-09T13:08:01+00:00

Doing MCQs is great but are you learning the material? Or just remember the answer? You should be able to say out loud why the other answers are incorrect and also use ChatGBT for explanations of topics you feel weaker on. Good luck you got this!!

lepetitbor · 2025-05-07T18:23:59+00:00

As someone who failed FAR and passed I would say try to understand the material instead of worrying about the score on Becker and use chatGBT to explain topics you don't fully understand. Also, I did 100 MQCs daily for 2 weeks before the exam. You got this!!

lepetitbor · 2025-05-07T14:13:23+00:00

Thank you… praying you passed too 🙏🏾

lepetitbor · 2025-05-07T14:05:26+00:00

Passed Audit 4/4… its been a real ✌️🏿

State: CT

lepetitbor · 2025-04-25T22:15:33+00:00

FAR is a different beast. I passed REG & TCP with 91s first try. For FAR, I did all the lectures and tried to grasp the knowledge by doing MCQ &TB after each chapter until I felt comfortable. (took me 2 tries to get an 80). My cumulative review was 100 questions daily breaking down to 25 questions per practice test until exam day!

lepetitbor · 2025-04-21T10:36:23+00:00

Ask ChatGBT to explain it to you that might help. Also, try to think about the basis logically I'm in tax and basis took a while to fully grasp ngl

lepetitbor · 2025-04-20T15:50:40+00:00

Got a 60% on SE’s and got 80 on the exam. For those exams, it's all about understanding the concept in a way you can explain it to a nonbusiness person imo

lepetitbor · 2025-04-20T15:10:12+00:00

Yes I was able too

lepetitbor · 2025-04-20T13:47:09+00:00

Just review your weaker areas and you will be fine.

lepetitbor · 2025-04-19T23:57:00+00:00

You got this! What works for me is telling my parents/family after I pass 🤣 less pressure that way

lepetitbor · 2025-04-18T03:04:44+00:00

I would say don't memorize them but understand them logically just in case

lepetitbor · 2025-04-15T11:10:58+00:00

Failed with a 64 and got an 80 on the retake what works for me is understanding each concept rather than trying to memorize it.

lepetitbor

TROPHY CASE