Why audit articles are so much more than tick and bash
Online Course: New Trainees “Why should I do audit articles if I don’t want to be an audit partner?” This is a question I field…
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Career development
Can you start SAICA articles during your degree or CTA / PGDA?
The ‘ideal’ path to qualifying as a Chartered Accounting is to do your SAICA articles after your CTA / PGDA. This is because it makes…
Fixed vs Growth Mindset
ACCA has stated in their report “Emotional Quotient in the digital age” that a Growth Mindset is a kew component of any accountant’s skillset. I’ve…
How to stop screwing yourself over?
“Adulting”… Am I right?! We all know the exhaustion we feel about EVERYTHING that’s going on in our lives… and if you’re a student… that’s…
Will your technical knowledge make you a great accountant?
You’ve studied IFRS, pored over Tax legislation and agonized over the ISA’s, will this make you the successful Accountant you wish to be? Whether you’re…
Failure is a skill you need to learn
Winning = Failing forwards The higher the level you study at, the harder the work, the more likely you may fail something. Learning how to…
When did I stop feeling stupid?
I want to talk to all of you who are feeling ‘stupid’ while you’re studying. As you’re on your study path (whatever it is that…
Haven’t got it all figured out? Read this…
“Life is a series of choices.” This can be both an exciting thing to hear, as well as a little daunting. It’s great that we…
The ‘forgotten ones’ – What I want to say about those who think of leaving, or have left the “CA qualification” path
I knew my qualification journey was going to be tough, but until I was actually ‘in’ it, I had no idea what it would take…
Should you be getting career guidance? From where?
Bad study advice nearly ruined my career. (Read here for that story!) Don’t let this be you as well! Part of my discussions with students…