[kbeckstead]

I had a panic attack the second time I took REG. The first go round I studied materials for 2 days and listened to my Ninja review for a little longer than that and made a 70. So the next time I studied much more and continued to listen along to Jeff’s cheezy but extremely rememberable tips. I really thought I would make a 90. Got into the exam and did not recognize any of the questions. I checked the top of the screen to make sure I was taking the right part- seriously. Made a 63 on that little guy- felt like a giant loser!

I had anxiety after that even studying. I rescheduled and and thne spent more money rescheduling my date than I paid for it! I was so afraid of that loser feeling that I constantly talked myself out of being ready. But then, I said to myself, self- you got this! It’s just a test, not open heart surgery. No one will die if you don’t pass- just get the friggin questions right. So with that little pep talk- my self confidence began to grow.

I then took it too a new level. I started looking around at the people that have already passed this nightmare of a test. I began realizing that so many people sign there names with those three illusive letters behind their names! It can be done- it has been done. And, no offense, by some that I am not sure could help my daughter finish her 4th grade homework.

So, I took my finger off the reschedule button grabbed my keys and headed to the library. Grabbed starbucks and chained myself to the quiet room terminal and studied my A off for 8 hours! Took it the next day- boo yow! 83

I just took Audit- I feel as good as you can after. If I didn’t pass, I probably made a 74. But I will not quit! I will put those letters behind my name, even if I become independently wealthy tomorrow. The CPA will not beat me- if so many have passed it before me it can be done, it will be done.

[Tncincy]

Wow, What a journey…Good luck on Audit….I wish I could study for a day or two and do well. That's a really good story of determination.

It begins with a 75
Been here too long as a cheerleader....ready to pass

[Tncincy]

Wow, What a journey…Good luck on Audit….I wish I could study for a day or two and do well. That's a really good story of determination.

It begins with a 75
Been here too long as a cheerleader....ready to pass

[samdiegoCPA]

You studied for 8 hours and passed? Or am I reading this wrong?

AUD: 84
REG: 84
BEC: 79
FAR: 83

[samdiegoCPA]

You studied for 8 hours and passed? Or am I reading this wrong?

AUD: 84
REG: 84
BEC: 79
FAR: 83

[LatinoTurkCPA]

If I'm reading it right, he studied 8 hours for his last retake, but in total including previous retakes he's only studied for a few days for REG. Unless he is missing something.

F: 76 8/31/13 Wiley Test Bank
A: 77 11/4/13 Wiley Test Bank
R
B

MBA 06/2012 - ?

[LatinoTurkCPA]

If I'm reading it right, he studied 8 hours for his last retake, but in total including previous retakes he's only studied for a few days for REG. Unless he is missing something.

F: 76 8/31/13 Wiley Test Bank
A: 77 11/4/13 Wiley Test Bank
R
B

MBA 06/2012 - ?

[mla1169]

While I think it's great that you were able to pass with minimal effort I can't imagine not giving studying one's best effort.

FAR- 77
AUD -49, 71, 84
REG -56,75!
BEC -75

Massachusetts CPA (non reporting) since 3/12.

[mla1169]

While I think it's great that you were able to pass with minimal effort I can't imagine not giving studying one's best effort.

FAR- 77
AUD -49, 71, 84
REG -56,75!
BEC -75

Massachusetts CPA (non reporting) since 3/12.

[Anonymous]

First time was 2 days of studying, got a low score. Next time studied his butt off and didn't remember a thing on the exam. Then 24 hours before his 3rd attempt, after doing his studying etc., he almost gave up and rescheduled, but decided to test anyway and studied for 8 hours more. At least…that's how I read it. Not that he did like 5 days total, but just highlighted 5 days out of all the studying.

Grats on the pass, and hope audit went well too. Dealing with anxiety makes things like this tough but makes the victory that much sweeter! 🙂

[Anonymous]

First time was 2 days of studying, got a low score. Next time studied his butt off and didn't remember a thing on the exam. Then 24 hours before his 3rd attempt, after doing his studying etc., he almost gave up and rescheduled, but decided to test anyway and studied for 8 hours more. At least…that's how I read it. Not that he did like 5 days total, but just highlighted 5 days out of all the studying.

Grats on the pass, and hope audit went well too. Dealing with anxiety makes things like this tough but makes the victory that much sweeter! 🙂

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