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by Rick Telberg

“Passion” is not a word that pops up in a lot of business studies. But ask accountants and finance managers for the secret formula to a successful CPA career and “passion” is mentioned many times and in many ways.

“There are so many different career paths one can take and are available; finding the career path that you are passionate about is key and it takes time,” said James Hoffman, an assistant controller in Englewood, Colo.

Joanne Newfield of Cherry Hill, N.J., a comptroller who also runs her own public practice and teaches accounting, advises new accountants: “Don’t give up. Find your passion in accounting and specialize in that area.”