🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 106 of CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Doug Aguilera, CPA, Member at Aguilera & Associates, to unpack what a career in forensic accounting really looks like and why this path can be both impactful and rewarding.

Doug shares real-world insights on choosing accounting more than once, the importance of problem-solving in forensic work, and how curiosity, exposure, and mindset shape long-term success in specialised accounting careers.

What You’ll Take Away:
• What forensic accounting looks like in real-world practice
• Why non-linear career paths can lead to greater professional impact
• How investigative thinking strengthens your accounting skill set
• Why curiosity and purpose matter for long-term career growth

Listen the full conversation now.

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🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In this episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Mindy Rankin, CPA, Member at Warren Averett, to talk candidly about what it really takes to grow into partnership faster: not just in title, but in mindset, purpose, and impact.

Mindy shares honest insights on why success at the partner level isn’t about chasing billable hours alone, but about building strong client relationships, seeking exposure beyond your comfort zone, and aligning your career with long-term purpose.

From paying it forward to creating value that lasts, this conversation breaks down what firms truly look for in future leaders.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ What “partner-level thinking” actually looks like
✅ Why focusing only on hours can limit long-term growth
✅ How client relationships accelerate career progression
✅ The importance of exposure and experience beyond your role
✅ Why paying it forward matters as you advance in your career

This episode is a must-listen for professionals who want to grow with intention, build meaningful careers, and move toward leadership the right way.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite platform

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In this insightful episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Mindy Rankin, CPA, to discuss why doing quality work consistently is the foundation of trust, growth, and long-term success in your career.

Mindy shares practical lessons from her professional journey, including how hands-on experience strengthens learning, why mistakes can be powerful teachers, and how becoming reliable and accountable makes you someone your firm can truly trust.

She also reflects on balancing exams with work, learning from real-world situations, and building credibility through everyday actions.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why quality work creates lasting professional value
✅ How trust is built through consistency and accountability
✅ The importance of learning from mistakes without repeating them
✅ How hands-on experience accelerates career development
✅ Practical insights for growing confidence and credibility at work

This episode is a reminder that success isn’t built overnight. It’s created through steady effort, learning, and showing up with intention every day.

🎧 Listen now on your favourite platform

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In this energising episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Carla McCall, CPA, Managing Partner at AAFCPAS, to discuss how to find work that truly energises you and aligns with your strengths and values.

Carla shares her personal experiences navigating her career, highlighting the importance of recognising the environments and roles that fuel your motivation. She also dives into why self-promotion is essential for professional growth and how being proactive can open doors to opportunities that match your ambitions.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How to identify the work that energises you
✅ Why promoting yourself is critical to career growth
✅ How to leverage every experience for your next opportunity
✅ The role of organisational culture in shaping career success
✅ Practical tips to align your career with your strengths and values

This episode reminds listeners that a fulfilling career comes from energy, alignment, and purposeful action, not just following a prescribed path.

#carlamccall #roseyflahertypodcast #audiopodcast #careerinsights #accountingcareers #careerenergy #professionalgrowth #selfpromotion #leadership #growthmindset #womeninfinance #careeralignment #careerjourney

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In this insightful episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA, to explore how understanding your unique personality can shape a more aligned, fulfilling career in accounting and beyond.

Carla shares her real-world experiences as a leader in the profession, revealing how self-awareness, value alignment, and intentional career choices can lead to meaningful professional growth.

She discusses why not every environment is the right fit for everyone, and how recognising that early can help you thrive in the right place.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why understanding your personality is key to career success
✅ How to find a workplace culture that aligns with your values
✅ The benefits of starting in a smaller firm for broader experience
✅ How to confidently advocate for your own growth and direction
✅ Why your career path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s

This episode is a reminder that the most rewarding career is one built on authenticity, purpose, and personal alignment, not pressure or comparison.

🔗 Listen now on your favourite platform!

#carlamccall #roseyflahertypodcast #audiopodcast #careerinsights #leadership #accountingcareers #personalityfit #growthmindset #professionalgrowth #careerjourney #womeninfinance #selfawareness #careeradvocacy #purpose #careeralignment

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In this insightful episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, continues her conversation with Elizabeth Burkhalter, Director of the CPA Pipeline at AICPA, exploring how technology, mindset, and adaptability shape the future of the accounting profession.

Elizabeth shares her perspective on embracing AI as a tool rather than a threat, explaining how professionals can use it to enhance efficiency, creativity, and decision-making. She also discusses the growing importance of developing a digital mindset, balancing innovation with integrity, and ensuring technology supports, not replaces, human expertise.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why AI should be viewed as a tool for empowerment, not competition
✅ How to stay adaptable in a tech-driven profession
✅ The importance of building a digital mindset for the future of accounting
✅ Ways to use technology to elevate, not replace, your professional value
✅ How embracing innovation strengthens leadership and career growth

This episode is a reminder that success in the modern accounting world isn’t about resisting change, it’s about learning, adapting, and leading with purpose in the digital era.

#elizabethburkhalter #roseyflahertypodcast #audiopodcast #leadership #digitalmindset #aiandaccounting #careerresilience #futureofwork #professionalgrowth #careerjourney #womeninfinance #growthmindset #innovation #purpose

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🎧 Audio Podcast – Episode 100
In this milestone 100th episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, welcomes Elizabeth Burkhalter, Director of the CPA Pipeline at AICPA, for a deeply encouraging and insightful conversation about perseverance, purpose, and professional growth.

Elizabeth opens up about her personal journey, the challenges she faced, the lessons learned through failure, and how those very moments shaped her leadership and resilience. She shares her experiences from the early stages of her career to her impactful work supporting the next generation of accounting professionals.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How failure can fuel resilience and self-awareness
✅ Why every experience (good or bad) adds to your growth journey
✅ The importance of staying proactive and raising your hand for opportunities
✅ How to build confidence through continuous learning
✅ Ways to align your career path with purpose and passion

This episode is a reminder that success isn’t about avoiding failure, it’s about embracing every challenge as part of the journey.

#elizabethburkhalter #roseyflahertypodcast #audiopodcast #leadership #careerresilience #growthmindset #careerjourney #womeninfinance #professionalgrowth #careerinsights #purpose #motivation

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In this empowering episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, welcomes back Minnie Lau, President of Minnie Lau, CPA PC, for part two of her inspiring journey. This conversation dives deeper into what it means to take ownership, lead with integrity, and build something that truly reflects your values.

Minnie shares how running her own firm taught her the importance of boundaries, flexibility, and staying focused on what matters most. From managing clients to shaping her work culture, she opens up about the lessons that come with leadership, self-discipline, and the courage to make decisions with your name on the door.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why ownership comes with both freedom and responsibility
✅ How setting boundaries helps protect your time and energy
✅ The value of flexibility in maintaining focus and growth
✅ Leadership lessons from building a purpose-driven firm
✅ How staying aligned with your core values shapes lasting success

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or professional redefining your path, this episode reminds you that when it’s your name on the door, it’s also your purpose, your pride, and your legacy.

#minnielau #roseyflahertypodcast #audiopodcast #leadership #careerresilience #entrepreneurship #careerinsights #womeninfinance #professionalgrowth #purpose #growthmindset #careerjourney

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