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Jeff - another71.com
offlineadminI was getting requests for a thread like this - so here it is!
Posted 9 months ago # -
kobebryant168
offlineMember@nolifecpa
I love your "first pass" because I'm just like you and I'm single too
I chose to be single becoz it's a time commitment and my becker book is my only family member, this is my belief...lolAUD 74, 77
BEC 73, 71, 71, 78
FAR 78
REG 70
I was born in the 80s...yet my scores are all in 70sPosted 9 months ago # -
killaking
offlineMemberI have trouble dealing with the ladies and studying smh
FAR: 7/17/10 missed exam FML reschedule 8/29/10-77 EPIC!
REG: 5/31/11-73 SMH, 8/31/11-85
BEC: 4/15/10-72 : retake 10/3/10-80
AUD: 11/28/10-74, 02/27/11-71 FML, 8/1/11-80
Ethics 10/22/22-80, retake 11/28/11 - 88Posted 9 months ago # -
letsfixthis
offlineMemberNot currently single but it's looking like I'm well on my way to being there due to studying for #@*$*** FAR. Anyone ever end up ruining a relationship over this entire disaster?
BEC: 87 (7/13/11)
FAR: 86 (8/31/11)
AUD: 99 (10/6/11)
REG: 88 (11/30/11)
Ethics: 100
(Illinois)
Used Becker for all four parts. Supplemented it with Wiley Test Bank for FAR and REG (HIGHLY recommended) and NINJA notes.Posted 9 months ago # -
MOMCPA2B
offlineMemberI am a single mom. My days start at 6 and end at 12 so there is no dating. Weekends are spent studying on alternate weekends. The weekends she is with me I study at night so once again, no dating. Hopefully when she goes to college I can date. I study as much as I can, where I can and however I can. Sometimes I want to cry and other times I want to sleep. lol Somehow I manage and all I say is that this will all come to pass. I just have to be patient. Well at least the weekends are 7 to 12. lol
I cant wait for this to be over.
AUD-7/25/11-77
BEC-11/27/11-Failed(UGH)Back to the drawing board
REG-2/27/12
FAR-May 2012Posted 9 months ago # -
MOMCPA2B
offlineMember@ Mini, Well somebody has to do the laundry, somebody has to pack the lunch, somebody has to do the dishes, somebody has to check the homework and the book bag and somebody has to study. You know the dealio Minimort. lol Im sitting here studying BEC. Dear goodness graciousness make it end mini make it end!
I cant wait for this to be over.
AUD-7/25/11-77
BEC-11/27/11-Failed(UGH)Back to the drawing board
REG-2/27/12
FAR-May 2012Posted 9 months ago # -
CPAwinning
offlineMemberIt is funny how things work. I put things aside to devote myself to this exam such as dating and low and behold I get a significant amount of interest over this period in my life. It has nothing to do with the fact that they know I am studying for the CPA. I am hesitant about telling the opposite sex about my career for a period of time.
Posted 9 months ago # -
Minimorty
offlineMemberI know, I know. I just finished the first section of REG. Loooong way to go still. [btw - Have they released AUD scores yet? Ugh!]
I would imagine that being a single mom with one child (you) is tougher than being a married parent with two kids (me). So I give you all the credit in the world for doing what you do and still finding time to study. Hang in there! :-)
Posted 9 months ago # -
czttrgrn
offlineMemberI plan on disappearing from all of the dating scene; temptations for dating etc. I am prepared to devote 1 year or more of my life to this test. I just can't have any potentially negative outside forces come in and affect what I do, whether intentional or not. The only relationship I will be in is one with the CPA exam. Once I finish I am breaking up with it and getting on with my life. The sacrifice is stronger than the struggle.
Posted 9 months ago # -
BaseballCPA
offlineMemberHAHA this thread is AWESOME. I'd like to respond to several areas: 1) yeah, that chick in the yaeger ad is ridiculous 2) I can't believe Olinto...that *$*&#&&@ MAN-WHORE! and 3) I think I kind of lucked out because my significant other is ALSO in the Accounting profession so she was patient with me while I was devoting my time to this exam as I was with her when she was cramming for it. I think that balance is the key to this exam, whether it be with dating, sports, drinking, etc. I can't speak to the single mom because that sounds like an insane day and I personally think you're a superhero...but for the rest of us mere mortals, I think routine was what got me through the exam. I took it during the masters program, but I structured it so that I would wake up early, crank out an hour of homework, hit the cpa books (lectures) for like 3 or 4 hours, go to the gym to relieve that cpa-induced stress, hit the cpa books for a couple more hours (mcq's), then more homework. I think if you study for more than 5 hours consecutively max, you lose any retention ability and begin to waste your time. Unfortunately, if you don't have a significant other who understands the process, I can definitely understand how dating could be perceived as impossible!
REG - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
FAR - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
AUD - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
BEC - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
Ethics - PASSED -- 1st AttemptPosted 9 months ago # -
Herbieherb
onlineMemberI started serious cpa studies after I broke up with my ex. It's great to not to need to call anyone or see anyone or feel obligated to do anything but study. Zero distractions. After passing and getting licensed my confidence is up and my preference for higher caliber women has been driven up, and so has my luck /gg. I wouldn't want to be stuck with my ex now being a cpa LOL...
AUD 8/1/10 - 78 , REG 11/7/10 - 88
BEC 11/30/10 - 81, FAR 2/28/11 - 79
CPA 06/01/11 NEW YORK- DONEPosted 9 months ago # -
jomarie
offlineMemberOMG If I was still with my ex I wouldn't be where I am today. Now I'm talking over 12 years ago since my hubby and I have know eachother for a little over 12 years now.
Since 2008....
AUD - 39, 48, 56, 65, 68, 73, 76!!! (Finally passed in Oct 2011!!!)
REG - 75 (Lost Credit) 72, 68, 73, 75 (Passed again in Aug 2011)
FAR - 65, 68, 75 (Lost Credit) 68, 73, 73 - Rematch scheduled on May 29, 2012
BEC - 65, 68, 71, 72, 72, 71, 76 (Lost Credit)- 70 (Are you kidding me?????) - July 17th, 2012 -> Rematch!!
I WILL BECOME A CPA IN 2012!!!Posted 9 months ago # -
T-rex
offlineMemberI had one brief dating misadventure during REG. It reinforced the idea that I'm better off remaining single until this exam process is over with.
@jomarie,
If I were with any of my exes I wouldn't be where I am today either. Good riddance to those losers!AUD - 95, BEC - 85
REG - 85, Rawrrrrrr FAR - 88
Used Becker for all sections.
CA candidate not residing in CAPosted 9 months ago # -
letsfixthis
offlineMemberMy relationship ended last week (predictably) and she mentioned it was partially because "all you do is study", which made her "bored". I have FAR 8/31, and it's been really fun to try and focus on that while dealing with the breakup as well. Thanks a lot, babe!
BEC: 87 (7/13/11)
FAR: 86 (8/31/11)
AUD: 99 (10/6/11)
REG: 88 (11/30/11)
Ethics: 100
(Illinois)
Used Becker for all four parts. Supplemented it with Wiley Test Bank for FAR and REG (HIGHLY recommended) and NINJA notes.Posted 9 months ago # -
T-rex
offlineMemberI'm sorry to hear that letsfixthis. :(
On the positive side, it doesn't seem like she would have made a good long-term partner anyway since she is unable to make a short-term sacrifice for something very important to you.
AUD - 95, BEC - 85
REG - 85, Rawrrrrrr FAR - 88
Used Becker for all sections.
CA candidate not residing in CAPosted 9 months ago # -
letsfixthis
offlineMemberThanks T-rex. There were other issues too, but this certainly brought out the worst in her so long-term I probably dodged a bullet. The only hard part is trying to not get too down about it, because with FAR coming up, there's just no time to feel sorry for myself. I saw a few earlier threads in here that mentioned it's probably best to steer clear of dating and relationships if you are single and in the thick of taking these exams, and I'd have to agree. I'd like to go out and try to meet other people to date, but FAR (8/31) and AUD (10/1) pretty much make that impossible right now. At least I know Peter Olinto and Tim Gearty will never get "bored" of me :/
BEC: 87 (7/13/11)
FAR: 86 (8/31/11)
AUD: 99 (10/6/11)
REG: 88 (11/30/11)
Ethics: 100
(Illinois)
Used Becker for all four parts. Supplemented it with Wiley Test Bank for FAR and REG (HIGHLY recommended) and NINJA notes.Posted 9 months ago # -
T-rex
offlineMember@letsfixthis,
I know it's hard not getting too down about a breakup. I had a similar experience while studying for REG, and almost postponed REG because of it. I'm glad I didn't though. What got me through was telling myself that a year from now the break up won't matter, but having my CPA license will. Also, I allowed myself a little bit of room to be sad about it, but not too much. Just keep on plugging through FAR and try to push thoughts of the ex out of your head. It's hard, but you can do it.The right gal will stand by your side.
As for dating, I'm don't think it's ideal to start a relationship while studying for the exam. Not only is your free time very limited, but you risk having it go south and making it hard for you to study.
Well, hang in there. I wish you the best on FAR. You've only got about two weeks to go, so make them count. You can do this!
AUD - 95, BEC - 85
REG - 85, Rawrrrrrr FAR - 88
Used Becker for all sections.
CA candidate not residing in CAPosted 9 months ago # -
BaseballCPA
offlineMember@letsfixthis -- T-rex pretty much hit the nail on the head...if she can't support you while you study for the most important certification in your career, she's not worth giving the time of day to. One day, you'll run into her again, and you'll be a CFO at a Fortune 500 company with the Yaeger girl on your arm and your ex will be slapping her forehead going, "DOH!". So do your best to put her out of your head and demolish this exam!
REG - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
FAR - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
AUD - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
BEC - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
Ethics - PASSED -- 1st AttemptPosted 9 months ago # -
GottaGetThruThis
offlineMember@letsfixthis
My ex broke up with me while I was studying. It was also something that wasn't a big surprise and it was one of the hardest things I had to go through, but now I honestly have to thank him. He was a huge distraction and wasn't the right kind of support system I needed. He would tell me how he felt bad that I was failing, but would never push me to study. I failed 4 exams while we were together. Since then I've buckled down and focused and I've passed two. I LOVE studying and not having to worry about texting or calling or hanging out with someone.
This is an incredibly difficult experience and those that haven't gone through it don't understand the sacrifice. This girl did you a favor, especially if she wasn't being supportive. Take the time you need to grieve and then pick yourself up and accept the fact the your future is too bright.
B- Passed (2nd Try)
A- Passed (2nd Try)
R- Passed (2nd Try)
F- Passed (3rd Try)
Never give up!Posted 9 months ago # -
palal9923
offlineMember@letsfixthis..... i thought i was the only one..... i thought my gf would stick it out.... she did for the first two parts... and she was supposed to move back from college and live closer to me... but no she decided to break up... we had other issues... but im sure this was the last straw the broke the camel's back... the sad part is i am convinced that it was her dumb friends that told her to break up, and it sucks trying to study on the computer bc I keep on wanting to look at her facebook or pictures of us together...oh yea and I take FAR on 8/30. ..oh yea and i work 40 hrs a week :)... oh yea and I love gettign 50 % on the hws :).... it kinda sucks and makes you demotivated so I know how you feel.. im just going to try to do my best but im kinda mad and sad and want to go out all at the same time, im just glad I can post on here and share my experience
Posted 9 months ago # -
letsfixthis
offlineMember@T-rex and @BaseballCPA, thanks for the positive thoughts. I've managed to put it out of my mind (somewhat) for the time being and I was able to do it by leaving town for a bit while I try to focus these last two weeks. A timely visit to the parents can work wonders when it comes to clearing your head. You guys are both right, anyone who actually cared about someone other than themselves wouldn't have made my life hell the way she did the last month or so. She nearly ruined my BEC exam too (7/13) by starting a huge fight 4 days before it, which should've ended things in the first place.
@GottaGetThruThis, I'm glad you were able to turn things around with passing the exams when your relationship ended. I do have to admit, it's nice to not have to worry about talking to or dealing with someone else when trying to buckle down with studying. I used to feel like venting to her about studying was helpful, but she never really understood this entire process anyway so I doubt she felt any real empathy towards me :P
@palal9923, believe me I know exactly how you feel, to the letter. In my case, I'm pretty sure the long hours I spent studying were also the "straw that broke the camel's back" among several other issues, and may also have been a convenient excuse. I'm also almost positive her best friend was the one that pushed her to end it, possibly because he was jealous (word of advice to any other single guys on here - be very wary of women who have "life-long" best friends who are single guys, because they'll likely work behind the scenes to do everything possible to get you out of the picture). Also, "hide" your ex on facebook, and if that doesn't do the trick, just drop her. Why put yourself through that kind of torture?
Hang in there for another couple of weeks, and come 8/31, go out on a bender and start talking to some ladies again :)
BEC: 87 (7/13/11)
FAR: 86 (8/31/11)
AUD: 99 (10/6/11)
REG: 88 (11/30/11)
Ethics: 100
(Illinois)
Used Becker for all four parts. Supplemented it with Wiley Test Bank for FAR and REG (HIGHLY recommended) and NINJA notes.Posted 9 months ago # -
AlmondCoins
offlineMember@palal9923, you can do what I did and delete your Facebook altogether! Although that may be a bit extreme, @letsfixthis has a suggestion worth considering. Otherwise, consider the wonderful blocking feature. FB has too many make-or-break distractors for such a defining period in your life (in my opinion).
I can't imagine having a relationship with anyone outside of my lecture dudes. Yes this is temporary, but vital to our success as financial experts. The last thing I want to have happen to any of us busting our butts for this exam is being turned down for an amazing position/promotion simply because we lack the certification(s) necessary regardless of our actual knowledge, ethic, or experience.
REG 56, 71 | FAR | AUD | BEC 69
"Sometimes you have to fail miserably until you finally succeed." -MePosted 9 months ago # -
GottaGetThruThis
offlineMember@AlmondCoins, I deleted my facebook too. I didn't realize what a huge distraction it was until it was gone. I don't know about you, but I don't even miss it anymore.
B- Passed (2nd Try)
A- Passed (2nd Try)
R- Passed (2nd Try)
F- Passed (3rd Try)
Never give up!Posted 9 months ago # -
Herbieherb
onlineMemberI read an article about checking your facebook/twitter/email/text messages and cell phone every 5 minutes. They mentioned putting it in airplane mode during your study times, and turning it back to normal when you are "free"
AUD 8/1/10 - 78 , REG 11/7/10 - 88
BEC 11/30/10 - 81, FAR 2/28/11 - 79
CPA 06/01/11 NEW YORK- DONEPosted 9 months ago # -
BaseballCPA
offlineMember"I HATE that narcissist's playground"
@T-Rex: BRAVO! That may be one of the best descriptions anyone has EVER given to describe facebook since its inception! I may have to reuse that one :)
[Logs on] Check photos of self posing in mirror [Logs off] :P
REG - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
FAR - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
AUD - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
BEC - PASSED -- 1st Attempt
Ethics - PASSED -- 1st AttemptPosted 9 months ago # -
AlmondCoins
offlineMember@GottaGetThruThis Nope, me neither! So done with it.
@Herbieherb Fantastic suggestion. Eliminating these elements during study time allows for alot more efficiency. Airplane mode is a great friend.. (my other two are Olinto & Gearty of course)
@T-Rex & @BaseballCPA agreed.
REG 56, 71 | FAR | AUD | BEC 69
"Sometimes you have to fail miserably until you finally succeed." -MePosted 9 months ago # -
T-rex
offlineMemberTo all the single men (particularly those between 35 & 50). Where, oh where, would I find guys like you? If you weren't studying, where would you be hanging out?
I think I'll pick up dating again once I'm done with this monster exam, but online dating isn't for me, and I can't date men I work with. So help me out here, where would a lovely lady in her late 30s, who is obsessed with dinosaurs, find a good guy?
AUD - 95, BEC - 85
REG - 85, Rawrrrrrr FAR - 88
Used Becker for all sections.
CA candidate not residing in CAPosted 9 months ago #
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