Pros & Cons of Being an Accountant | Salary, Work-life balance, & Q&A

[@corporatelynicole]

Yes. As an accountant/accounting or finance major you’ll never be without a Job. I advise so many people struggling with majors to go into accounting. I negotiated my salary and make more than what CPA’s make when I worked in industry and now back in public accounting. The options are endless. Great video

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Yes 🙌🏾 congratulations Hun! Yes this is a very stable career in my opinion

[@Mysteriouslydangerous-d6f]

Nicole P Yes. I’m a finance major. I’ve heard a lot of things about finance.

[@corporatelynicole]

Sudan Nutella yes but at my school I took business Calc which was a bit less intense than regular calc. And only took one calc.

[@corporatelynicole]

Sudan Nutella no just business calc

[@jancenj2218]

Did you have to pass the board exam to make that kind of salary?

[@paulinagarcia2553]

I love when you said “you can do anything with an accounting degree” it made me feel better just in case I find out I don’t like it

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Lol right!!!

[@onemorelivingvids]

One thing I’m considering is a law degree . You only need a bachelors and a passing grade on LSAT to start. Or you could get a paralegal certificate from a university (usually $1000 to $3000) and work as a paralegal. An accounting degree would be beneficial in either of those positions.

[@onemorelivingvids]

Just an alternative if you don’t love accounting

[@miscreatedmonster2.022]

​@@FromHeadtoCurveBoo

[@LivingLifeQuinn]

I'm glad that I came across your video. I am over 30 years old so I just want to tell people to keep going. I first went off to college and majored in the beauty industry becoming a cosmetologist. After a few years running my shop I then went to college to get my AS in Computer Information Systems and now this year I graduate with my BBA in Accounting. Thank you for the motivation.

[@Itshillaryyyy]

Thank you for sharing (:

[@crystaljohnson9977]

Wow that's great.

[@aundreac.4862]

Thank you this gives me hope!

[@inyiaa5818]

Do you still run your shop on the side ?

[@LivingLifeQuinn]

@@inyiaa5818 no i have up the shop but I still fix hair sometimes

[@MzGinaCPA]

Your #1 Pro was also my number #1. I do have my CPA and now almost 20 years in, I want for NOTHING financially. Could retire early if I wanted to. Literally best decision of my life. Getting my nieces into it too. As a black woman accounting/tax/audit have been great for me. I would say the benefit of the CPA is that if it comes down to you and another candidate without it, I've gotten the job. I also knew I wanted the CPA because they weren't many black women CPAs back in my day. Also I knew I wanted to have my own CPA firm and help others get their license. Great video!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Yes! I definitely agree with that! If I was against another liked minded candidate with a CPA, they would pick the other person over me. I’m glad you got yours Hun! There’s nothing like being financially stable 🙌🏾

[@trellb1601]

Definitely my goal I signed up for online classes to start this summer for my degree.

[@wunfoe]

I agree. I am not a CPA but isn't a CPA a state license rather than a credential or a piece of paper. Why wouldn't you want to be the best in your industry and earn a CPA?

[@shoobamocha]

This makes me feel so confident in my future! I am about to officially graduate and it's so hard to find any jobs and it's making me feel defeated because I don't have a lot of money rn. I've been reviewing free CPA study materials and it really motivates me to think that one day I will be financially stable for the first time in my life. I can't wait for the hustle and the reward

[@Mr102185]

@@trellb1601 Awesome bro. I'm coming from having an Associate's Degree in computer science. I've kind of always been fascinated with accounting. Good luck, and I hope classes are going well for you.

[@tiarahdavis-onubogu5217]

Your room look like it smells of autumn leaves and pumpkin spice with a drizzle of cinnamon glaze

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

🤣🤣🤣 TiTi you play too much! Miss you 😘!

[@cynthiastevens8302]

Yes very nice room aka back ground

[@ebonyeyed08ti]

So....does it smell like that?

[@ralphp2188]

That’s a mood rn

[@teejay6063]

😄 that sounds good.

[@ny2machick]

Love seeing other brown skin girls in accounting. Until now I’ve always been the only one in my department or even my office. my current company is actually pretty diverse and my manager who is Financial Reporting Manager is a brown skin woman. But yes accounting provides such a stable income. I actually have a bachelors and I’m closer to $100k than $50k and I’m under 30

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Same here boo! It definitely provides so much financial stability, I too and 1 of 2 black people at my job, but my last job was extremely diverse

[@NellaBella711]

I'm majoring in Accounting & I agree I love it ! Continue to prosper !

[@Vibrants0uls22]

Nay Cad close to 100k under 30 whew wheee 🥴 I wish I was smart enough for accounting

[@Vibrants0uls22]

Mpho Molapo yes but 😂 I’m not good at math

[@La_belleg]

Nay Cad what path did you go in accounting ?

[@BreakingTheCycle]

Accountants stand up 🙌🏻

[@ldwabananattqw]

Too lazy sorry

[@BreakingTheCycle]

@@ldwabananattqw 😂

[@nisan6937]

😂🤣hahaaa

[@tersaccountinglessons4673]

Just want to say CPA is not JUST a piece of paper. It's a whole lot of hard work! And in Canada it is very necessary to advance to some positions such as controller, finance managers and CFO. 😇

[@jacobg8640]

Studying for it right now and I wholeheartedly agree.

[@tersaccountinglessons4673]

@@jacobg8640 that's awesome! Push through and you will do well!

[@cierrathompson9649]

So glad I came across your channel. I’m a 19 year old in my 2nd year of college and this video gave me so much assurance. Everyone tells me of how hard Accounting is and I’m finally understanding, but this video helped me realize that it is worth it and I picked a good major.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Yes it is definitely a great degree to have! If you love it, then go for it 💕

[@sariah2425]

They say everything is hard in college America is just lazy to me

[@totallynotme6720]

Sariah Smith I’m not sure where you’re from but one reason why we complain that it’s hard is because if we fail we can’t just get debt forgiveness or live on a social safety net. We go to prison or the streets. I guess since we’re paying 100’s of 1000’s of dollars we’d expect it to be a little more attainable. But then again we’re just “StUpiD AmEriCaNs” which is why we have the best ranked college system in the world.

[@sariah2425]

Totally Not Me 🤣🤣 I’m from the U.S I said it because most ppl do expect to get by doing very little that why some don’t attend college or dropout

[@sariah2425]

Totally Not Me and why prison or the streets?

[@sassylilprmami]

I’m getting so excited reading these comments. I have always been the only black person in any accounting department I have worked. I have an EMBA and my title is Director of Finance for a nonprofit.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Girl you are prosperous! I have a Director of Finance watching my video 😃🙌🏾 I’ve made it 😘😘💖

[@GegeP1804]

sassylilprmami you should connect with NABA to see others like you.

[@threadhoney9445]

Love this video. My family completely tore my accounting dreams to pieces. Said it was a horrible career and I wouldn’t make it through college or graduate. The more I research, the more I love it and know it’s the perfect career for me.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Then go for it! We can’t always follow the advice of family members that don’t understand our journey.

[@destinyp6687]

I would highly recommend for grad school, instead of getting a masters in accounting people should consider an MBA with a concentration in accounting. The masters in accounting is great but if one day you wake up and you hate accounting you’re stuck. Where as if one day you wake up with an MBA and you hate accounting you can easily switch to marketing or any other business field.

[@kylefast9650]

True but leaving public accounting basically allows you to go into any field of business without a problem. A CPA and a few years in public usually offers the same exit opportunities without needing a mba

[@destinyp6687]

@@kylefast9650 Heaven forbid someone immediately discovers after getting a masters in accounting that they don’t like accounting. They would have to spend years doing something they don’t like in order to exit.

[@Rojiblanco08]

@@kylefast9650 You can also go into teaching at a college as well!

[@onemorelivingvids]

Accounting bachelors is also a good starting point for law school. Just need to pass LSAT

[@I.amsherm]

I’m double majoring for both 😭😭 for back up lmaooo

[@coffeepandacat]

Thank you for sharing. I can't believe I'm actually here considering accounting. I've been taking classes to go into healthcare but I am at a point where I am looking outside of it. My first round of college, I went with a bachelor's degree in art. I love art, it is truly my passion, but I realized much too late that I did not want to convert that into a career. Also I wanted something that is stable so I can AFFORD to be an artist, not be a starving one. In other words, learn an in-demand skill that will provide a balanced life. The past three years I have been slowly taking prereqs to go into healthcare. But the further I go a long, the more I see that I don't think it is for me.... I'm in my mid twenties now and I realize I should not limit myself explore different waters.

[@priscillasantana5779]

Go you! I am in the same boat. Had all my nursing pre-requisites and am currently an EMT and I just cant see myself doing this for the rest of my life. The pay is horrid too! I worked in ambulance, ER and urgent care and realized it is NOT for me anymore. Planning on going back to school in the spring:)

[@iamsuccess6634]

Got my GED in February. Got enrolled at the community college of my town for Accounting. This video is the real deal. I'll go for it Hard. You are pretty girl!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Congratulations 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 go for it!!! And thank you!

[@bea_lopez818]

I did that too. I’m in my last year to graduating. Keep going.

[@LolaSemone]

How is it going?

[@iamsuccess6634]

@@LolaSemone Good Lola. Thanks for asking! I am on it hard. I like Financial Accounting. My Payroll accounting class was a bit complicated, If you round a number you my lose point just for a 0.1 difference lol...

[@azraelfirstofhisname8695]

Congrats and Good Luck

[@SiaLi-]

It sounds like you don't really like accounting, my passion is in the arts but I really need something stable rn that can allow me to even survive while pursuing those passions. (I also really want to move out of my parent's house I can't deal.)

[@klasxicvel4962]

OMG SAMEE

[@lyricxlmxchi8676]

Same. I wanted to be a musician, but I know that just being a musician is not gonna pay the bills, ESPECIALLY when im starting. So getting something stable first is my first goal

[@froot_loops1274]

literally me too, oh my god

[@kdkkat]

I’ve had this video in my “Watch Later” KZbin folder for about 6-7 months. Truth is, I’m about to graduate with my masters degree in accounting as well as a masters in business administration,and I do not have any accounting work experience. I am confident in my ability to do the work, I’m just not confident in my interviewing skills and I’m just really scared for those next steps in life. Today, I watched this video and it has given me much clarity in what I’m stepping into after graduation. Thank you so much. You have a new subbie!

[@shadowstarspammy]

Update? :)

[@kdkkat]

@@shadowstarspammy wow yes! I’m pleased to say that I have accepted a great first accounting job as an accounting associate. I am learning so much and I absolutely love my position. Once I stopped worrying about what Interviewers thought of me and just presented myself everything came together. I am still very grateful for this video!

[@threadhoney9445]

@@kdkkat 💫 so happy for you!

[@dujuanwilliamson5246]

@@kdkkat Thats amazing

[@glorygallardo1640]

@@kdkkatI also procrastinated on watching this video. But congrats even tho it’s been three years since then 😂 but I wonder, im yet to enter college and I really want to know what kind of classes you were required to take?

[@MrPipe007]

Not a accountant but I love seeing successful people. Salute to you!

[@lelablount3845]

I'm a nurse here who sucks at numbers...however, I love to see videos about other careers that black and brown girls have. Another great video, thank you for sharing!❤️

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Lol no problem Hun! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@humbertoheredia6734]

Lela B. Are you racist? Only like seeing black and brown girls???

[@TweenTime101]

Humberto Heredia she didn’t say “only”

[@humbertoheredia6734]

Brenda B. You never took an English class?

[@TweenTime101]

Humberto Heredia no

[@ItsShayy]

When you said knowing accounting if I want to build my own business is a good thing . You just answered what I needed to know . I want to have financial freedom and decided to start my own business to work for myself instead of other people and after reading the comments and listening to you .. seem accounting is a good career so im going for it💪🏽

[@divinelynaptural]

I just got hired as a Tax Accountant at a big 4 firm. This video was sooo helpful. I'm also older than most that will be starting with me. Thanks for the video!

[@thenushanvikneswaran9087]

I want to become a tax accountant in the future.Did you do an AAT then an ACCA course?If not what did you do?

[@jennyleighb2012]

Congrats! Just curious but what are your work hours like? Im a tax accountant for a mid sized firm and we’re required to work 2300 hours per year.

[@savannahwilliams5907]

I am in Human Resources and I love hearing about other careers what you do and what a typical day looks like for someone with a different career path.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Same here! It’s so fascinating for some reason

[@palomacarvalho4058]

Me too! It is so fascinating

[@taszeraamos714]

@@FromHeadtoCurve I just recently received my Admin. degree with a specialization in HR. I want to go back for my accounting degree. Can these 2 degrees go together in some way? Also, starting out in accounting, whats the easiest type of accounting jobs to start with until you learn more?

[@jameeshaah]

I’m a senior accountant and month-end close can stress me out! I also no have no desire to get my CPA, I felt bad about it at first because everyone was telling me to get it but now I don’t care to lol

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Girl skrew that CPA 😂😂😂

[@Peoplehatethetruth]

Sameee. Month-end is annnnoying and I agree sus, that CPA is a HELL NO. Especially because in Canada you have to take classes for years before you take the exam (essentially like going back to school for anywhere from 2.5-3 years).

[@pinkfoxlady7081]

Hi I have been an Accountant for 24 years and you don't need a CPA to earn the big bucks. I dont have a CPA and my BFF does and I make more money in Texas

[@10wn1]

The 60+ hour weeks don’t intrigue me to go for the CPA

[@royharper2003]

@@FromHeadtoCurve what bad advice! In about any industry I've ever heard of, having your CPA will put you at an advantage and get the job and/or get the promotion over non-CPAs as it has me, especially the hire up in an organization you want to be.

[@andreagordon9339]

Just subscribed! 6 year accountant, just made the switch from public accounting as an auditor to corporate as an analyst. Best decision ever! I gave up on the CPA for the moment because it is just a piece of paper and I’m ok with that. Thanks for this content Queen!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Hey boo 🙋🏾‍♀️ congratulations! I don’t see how you did auditing but I’m glad you’re in corporate now. I feel the same about the CPA. I literally don’t have the time lol

[@conorrichard9829]

What are some of the main differences between public and private accounting?

[@allthingsglam8545]

I stuck between auditing and accounting as a career, why did switch from accounting

[@charityaltrice7231]

So glad I found this channel. I’ve been preparing taxes for 2 years and plan on enrolling back in school to get my Bachelor’s in Accounting.

[@piusmburu8737]

I planning on concentrating on taxes and payroll, how is it?

[@mamaneedsagrande]

Just a SAHM looking to revamp my life after my kiddo gets a tad bit older. I’ve told my husband I’m going back to school so here I am!

[@angelamkanganwi6115]

Go for it girl, i went back to school when my last born started kindergarten, majored in Accounting and i do not regret it. Now working as an Auditor for a mid-tier Audit firm.

[@bea_lopez818]

I’m in my last year of university. I did the same thing and waited for my kids were older. My mantra during these past few years “Keep going” good luck balancing it all out

[@sbaby1991]

I will be graduating this December and just accepted an offer at a big 4. I am a mother of 5 ranging from 8 to 1 yrs old. You can do it,!

[@dianaangue5537]

Me too my youngest is 10 month.

[@VividiVavidi_V]

I started my education journey wanting to go into accounting. After dropping out and having my daughter then going back to school I was all over the board with what degree to take and I’ve finally come right back to accounting!

[@KaylaButler]

I've been an accountant for the past 3 years and have been feeling pretty burnt out and lonely this year during busy seasons. I'm so glad I found your videos! I feel validated in the hard work we're all doing and am also feeling less alone. Thank you!

[@freespiritedaquarius913]

I got my AAS in Crim Justice and im upset because now i realized there arent really any high paying options... During this pandemic i realized i need to learn a service thats ALWAYS in demand and Bingo! Finance and Acounting. Im 33 in a few weeks but i feel its never too late to start over❤

[@amberr1102]

This comment is the guidance I’ve been praying for. It’s been in my heart to go back to school but I’ve been talking myself out of it because I just turned 30 a month ago and thinking it’s too late to start over but this is what I needed to read. THANK YOU. And good luck to you!!❤️

[@Viper4ever05]

Get away from anything involving the government. It's a headache

[@briannalmoore]

Same here I’m 32 and considering going back to school for accounting. Never too late ❤

[@JassyLeno]

I literally prayed and mediated on this walking into my purpose this is amazing ! Love you and your channel ! Black accountants ROCK ❤️

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Yaaaaasssss! I’m so glad you went to God I’m this 🙌🏾 you got this Hun 😘

[@bex5214]

This was incredible thank you! I’m rebuilding my life from rock bottom and thinking of going into accounting but don’t know anyone in accounting I could ask questions. This was so helpful thank you!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

You're so welcome! Good luck with everything Hun!

[@catmouse2882]

I'm about to be 38 yrs old and in the same boat. I want a career change...I've been going back and forth between accounting, being lawyer (perhaps not since I can't do $100k+ in student loan debt), nursing, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, IT....I'm all over the place🤣 I took personality test...I'm ISTJ...so accounting/auditing fits my personality. This video is helpful.

[@Anonymous_Anon882]

@@catmouse2882 listen, good luck with whatever you decide to do/have chosen. Accounting sure is a good fit for the ISTJ personality profile so it should be right up your league.

[@EricaMorgan]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m a mom with 2 little boys. Majored in wildlife science, didn’t finish because I got pregnant. Now I just applied to an accounting school in my area. Watching your video confirmed to me that I am making the right choice! I couldn’t see myself going into debt or taking time away from my kids for a degree that wouldn’t guarantee me a good paying job soon after graduation. I feel like accounting will give me that and it will be worth it.

[@audrey5539]

It's 5 a.m. and I've been really nervous about majoring in accounting (I'm an 18 year old HS senior) but this video has really calmed me down and cope with the idea that this will all be worth it 🥺❤

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

I’m so happy this helped you suga 😘❤️ good luck!

[@Jan-rz1oc]

Bro same. I just graduated highschool and I'm going to college for accounting. I really struggle with math and it's not my passion, so I'm scared to go into the field. How are you doing now?

[@rxses2111]

@@Jan-rz1oc Not being rude but, why would you go into accounting if it isn't your passion? I'm also curious about my career path.

[@Jan-rz1oc]

@@rxses2111 it's alright:D It's because it's a well paying field and I can work from anywhere. I want to open an animal sanctuary one day and I want to have the money to do so.

[@rxses2111]

@@Jan-rz1oc TY!! I'm really considering accounting and seeing that you can use the funds to start a business really opens my eyes to the field. :D

[@vanitycatherine]

I’m so happy I found your channel. I’m 28 and I just got my degree in accounting and a job as a financial accountant. I wish I could have finished earlier but I wasn’t motivated and focused like I should have been. I wish I saw this 2 years ago ❤❤

[@wall-e4715]

You still made it tho🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@GarrettTradez]

I’m an accounting major, my sophomore year, and I trade forex and stocks as a side hobby, so you saying that there is a foreign exchange accounting department makes me excited thank you!!

[@mariambakir8055]

I’m in the second year of med school and this video got me thinkin.....

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

😂😂😂 sounds about right!

[@OshaliRajapakse]

😂😂omg

[@aquafit5361]

@Harvey7878 i love accounting but keep that same energy when your middle age and have all these health conditions lmfao

[@Seancarter2010]

I'd rather be a doctor if I could start all over again lol

[@najma4422]

First year med student and am changing over to accounting

[@mike-thewantrepreneurjourn8946]

I'm an accountant & bookkeeper currently in the ecommerce industry. my work life balance is good and I prefer it over public accounting with lots of deadlines and hours. I actually went back to college a second time to study accounting but ultimately switched to Business/Management. I'm still working in accounting but I am shifting more towards international business and entrepreneurship. I am very glad I have the accounting fundamentals when I start a business because the costs and how you generate a profit are the most important aspects in my opinion of growing a successful business.

[@MzDESSi]

I don’t know how I came across your channel but I’m glad I did. I’m an Accountant as well, I do Receivables. I graduated in 2017 and it took me almost a year to find a job I liked. I’m happy to say I LOVE my job and the benefits are amazing, however I had to learn to like Excel lol. You gave great advice, new subbie here! ❤️

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

😂😂 same here about Excel! I’m so glad you love your job. It’s so important for people to love what they do. Thanks for sticking around Hun! 💖💕

[@geddon436]

how long did it take for you to feel comfortable using excel?

[@miker9277]

I’m 18 right now doing the accounting for a grocery store and still trying to figure out what I want to do in life or go to school for and I’m thinking about making accounting a career. Thank you so much for this video it’s really helping me out :)

[@mckenziebrock5554]

I’m currently a management major (who has absolutely no interest in being a manager) and have recently become super interested in the accounting world. This video gave me all the information and hope that I needed to take the next step, set up a meeting to meet with my professor tomorrow about switching majors! Thank you!!

[@salmakhaled131]

Did you go through with it ?😂

[@kaylahood8307]

Hi! I just got an accounting job fresh out of college (I just turned 20 and got my Bachelors in Economics and Finance) and YES I love love love the financial stability that I’ve already received from this job opportunity. I think it’s important for people to note that just because they don’t like accounting classes doesn’t mean they won’t like accounting. Personally I hated my accounting classes, but I loved the finance related ones. I didn’t know I liked accounting until I got an internship in it, then I fell in love. If you guys are in college, get an internship before you graduate because you may not know what you like/won’t like until you try it. Best to try it out without feeling obligated to stay ❤️

[@freshc9240]

Bachelors at 20?? When did you start college?

[@kaylahood8307]

@@freshc9240 I did dual enrollment full time starting junior year of high school. Graduated high school with my associates, then I Only needed 2 of paid college bc all of my general education was covered by the A.A. Thus B.S. 1 month after turning 20

[@korriseperouse5244]

Thank you for this

[@lolhi5964]

@@kaylahood8307 How much did you start out making?

[@Paopaopao34]

I have a question, I have a year left in college and I feel like I haven’t really learned anything 🙁 , when you first get your job, do they already expect you to know EVERYTHING? Or do they kind of train you?

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

They definitely train you! You’ll be fine!

[@bjohnthomas]

They will train u

[@assassin7250]

wth.. imagine going to college and come out and learn nothing.. wow.. this system is really is something else with pickpocketing our money :o

[@Summer1736]

@Yanet Estrada I'm in the same place as you were. I have a few classes left to complete my MBA with a concentration in accounting degree. Because of the pandemic, all of my classes were online. I feel like I didn't learn much from my accounting classes since I basically had to teach myself everything. So, I really hope that I'll have some training when I get my first job.

[@lexicatherine1082]

i have been scratching my head with what i want to go back to school for (i'm currently a server and losing my job to covid is just NOT it) and nothing has really stood out to me career wise, but i really enjoy math and problem solving so i came across your video. thank you so much for it!! very informative and helpful. definitely worth watching. also your personality is AMAZING. i already love you! gained a new sub. thank you again! 💓

[@TW-in4uv]

So happy to be in Accounting! right now I’m a Accounting Assistant and I’m hoping to become a Financial Analyst ❤️

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

That is so awesome! You got this Hun! 😘

[@dannielopez7270]

Do you need to be smart in mathematics when taking accounting?

[@Andrew2003_-_]

@@dannielopez7270 no u don't!

[@lady_wilson]

I've just started my accountancy path age 37. It's so motivating to hear from a professional. Thank you for a truly valuable video! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

No problem ❤️😊

[@KushathaK]

Woow thanks for this motivation

[@blooplore146]

You radiate so much positive energy 😤❤️

[@AL-xn2yk]

i've currently been second guessing my current major and have been thinking about switching over to accounting. after saying that "you could do anything with an accounting degree" i'm sold!

[@nadiasafanalubis540]

Ahhh, i will be attending college majoring in accounting next year and this video helps me a lot. I aspire to become an accountant like u! Thank you queen

[@Loreyna32]

Haha that’s literally why I’m majoring in accounting because want to own my own business. I knew it was a good idea!

[@Loreyna32]

And minoring in marketing

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

You’re off to a great start then! That’s such a smart move 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Loreyna32]

@@FromHeadtoCurve After college i'm thinking about getting my MBA and CPA license while working part time. Is that too much?

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Nope! So many people do it. I got my MBA with a full time job

[@tersaccountinglessons4673]

You can also start out doing tax returns for people. That's how I started, I registered with CRA and I'm a certified efiler to prepare personal returns. I've registered my business as Ters Taxes and Accounting services though, as I am planning to venture further than taxes.

[@cjsmith8319]

I’m glad you made this video. I’m about done with my degree in accounting. I went back having a Bachelors in Psychology and being 28 years old. I was worried that I would HAVE to grind at a big 4 firm and get my CPA in order to be successful. On the contrary, I found I can make good money while building my career and family outside of that environment. Thank you!!!

[@tylerhines5077]

Probably best accounting video so far very knowledgeable and professional video

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Aw thank you!

[@HendersonJoshua-km9ux]

Passing the CPA exams is when you study hard,if you can't study or you don't have time for your studies I'd advise you get yourself a help like Mr Dylan

[@melodychibuike]

People keep talking about Dylan all over KZbin,he must be a very awesome help.

[@JacksonTerry-qm9ov]

Yes you're correct but remember heaven helps those who help themselves, try studying if you can't study then get yourself a good help

[@KingstonMartin-gl6br]

I studied for months and couldn't pass, I guess passing is a blessing

[@frankkelvin9059]

CPA exam might seem so tough to pass but studying very hard is a very vital skill to win trust me.

[@ChrisJoelton]

Everyone has their own way, Dylan worked for me and studying didn't .

[@catinaquenzer4157]

I wanna say thank you for making this video because it helped me make my decision to go back to school.

[@katgreen2197]

OH MY GOSH! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO! I'm studying Accounting right now and so far your video has been SO much more detailed and helpful in understanding the nuance and the world of working as an Accountant than many of the others I've looked at.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

I’m so glad it helped ☺️💕🤗

[@karensibrian6383]

I graduate in a couple of weeks and I just came across this (SUBSCRIBED). I love listening to women in the Accounting field! I’m so motivated but I have no experience and I’m worried about not finding anything 😢 I really want to move out too! It’s stressful but now you convinced me to get my masters! Definitely finding an employer to help with that ❤️

[@miming___]

HI!!! IM SO HAPPY I FOUND YOUR CHANNEL!! I'm going to be the first accountant in my family, so I have LEGIT no idea what to expect lmao, I just wanted a stable job + financial stability, ya know, and when I first got some accounting, I like the system of it! It's just so organized but also complex. I'm actually so excited, I'm an online student + working 40hrs. I'll be graduating this year so ooooooo super excited!! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕 edit: as for an accounting student looking for an internship, where would you point to or the sort? any tips and etc? also i love your honesty!! "do you like accounting" "no" lmao that was so honest, thank you so much!

[@dream_candy2173]

Omg I’m so glad I found your channel!! I’m an accounting major and I keep second guessing myself. I keep worrying that I won’t be good enough at it to get a job or that I’ll get bored. I consider myself someone who is extremely creative but also has an analytical and logical side. I worked at a bank for a few years so that’s part of what made me want to try accounting as a career. Your videos are so informative! Thank you!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

I’m so glad this helped Hun! Please listen to that little voice inside of you that may be telling you what to do about school. It will save you much time down the road

[@Aferdita14]

your skin is perfection :D

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Aw thanks Hun!

[@RoughayaElhaj]

Girl i just love you. It’s my first time seeing you but I really like how you are giving all the information, it’s just so realistic ❤

[@AccountingHowTo]

You did such a good job with this video. Thank you. I'm a (very) long time accountant and a college accounting professor. I shared this video with my class. It's one thing for me to tell my students accounting is a great major and provides a stable income, but when I add a video like this to the mix, it really resonates with them.

[@ALXSSA]

As an accountant, I approve of this video haha! 😇 Also, your room is literally goals!! I am also creative and analytical so I definitely get what you're saying, you need balance to be happy.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

😂😂😂 that first sentence took me down! And thank you suga! It took me a while to realize it about the creative side, but my side hustles really help me tolerate my day job lol.

[@BloomingDaisy31]

I am also a creative person that studied finance. I do too feel you!

[@keishaparker6756]

What do you mean by good with numbers??

[@TranNguyen-tr8pk]

Hi, thank you so much for your video! I graduated nursing school, and I have come to realized I chose a wrong career. Nursing is a great profession, however, it is not for everyone and it's definitely not for me. I'm 24 years old and I'm thinking of going back to school for a different degree. This is a tough time for me, I'm considering majoring in Accounting and watching your video gave me a lot of helpful information. I've heard that sometimes accountants have to work 60, 70 hours a week, and with that are you able still to balance your life and spend time with your loved ones? Thank you!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Well congratulations on realizing early that nursing is not for you. The hours of Accountants that you spoke about sounds about right. You would run into those hours every January & once a week every month. I don’t have much work life balance because I have my day job & a side hustle I am growing so I’m always working.

[@Lena-uv5bf]

im also a nursing major going to switch to accounting ! interested in finding out what you ended up doing

[@vecarter569]

Having that nursing background will be beneficial when interviewing for Accounting or Finance positions in a healthcare industry (insurance companies, hospitals, & clinics that have accounting or finance positions open). It helps your resume "stand out" from others in the pile...because you have a good understanding of the healthcare industry.

[@thaliabirrueta8456]

Funny. I'm having trouble deciding a career in nursing or accounting. Glad I'm not alone.

[@janettem2432]

@@thaliabirrueta8456 what did u decide to do? I'm currently wondering if I should go back to school but still can't decide between the two

[@Juanpan3452]

I started to study for being an accountant this year. This video helped me understand the job a lot better, thank you so much Ms

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

I’m so glad! ☺️

[@Juanpan3452]

So... I've been studying for two years, this one is my last year and I'm really excited. I'm very grateful for the choice i made based on this video, choosing accounting as my career path is something i don't regret at all. (my english has improved a loot thanks to it too)

[@SoAnxious718]

👋 fellow brown accountant! I work as a staff Accountant (regular degular corporate accountant) and I’m still working on my bachelor’s. With limited for profit experience I still make more than the average for my region at a tiny company. I realized how stable being an accountant was when I left a toxic job and found a new one in less than 6 weeks. If you’re on LinkedIn recruiters will come to you, whether you want them or not. Accounting may not be the “sexiest” job in the world but it’s definitely going to afford you the life you want and makes it easy for you start your own. Close can be a b*tch! Quarter end and year end is painful lol And balance sheet recs make me want to die a little bit in my soul lol

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

😂😂😂 I don’t see any lies told! Especially about close. I’m glad you’re making more than the average. Same here 🙋🏾‍♀️ such a blessing

[@ericamlca]

Why is not sexy? You dress yourself

[@darlenesantana6759]

I'm moving to the USA and I am so scared because I don't knoe how different the industry is over there. I had good work life balance in my previous job but the pay was subpar. I have been second guessing myself and my career because of this big move and the stress, but this video was an eye opener and so reassuring. It was informative and honest and just what I needed to breathe. Thank you so much.

[@PamelaGrace31]

Do you have tips on how to leave a company? Resigning, how to balance interviewing while still working, etc

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

I always advise putting in your 2 weeks when leaving. As far as interviews I usually tell them I have an appointment to make & schedule my interviews for in the morning, then head to work afterwards

[@justnahima.5363]

That was one of the reasons i change major from accounting to nursing the sitting pretty much all day was not something that would work for me mentally. i like to move around, and the rush the excitement being around other human being and interacting with others.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Yes!!! I completely understand. The only burst of excitement we have are late night work weeks & who wants that lol

[@mingmasherpa7344]

How did you change your major to nursing? Like if you haven’t taken any science classes in highschool is it possible to go for nursing??

[@mingmasherpa7344]

Please reply

[@anasusitation]

I’m 26 years old and wasn’t sure if I wanted to be an accountant! I’m barely starting but you motivated me enough to go for it! Thank you for this very detailed review 💖 you got a new subscriber here!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

You got this!

[@joeyazzie64]

Thank you for your videos! I am too graduated in accounting. Everyone in my class was pushing for their CPA’s but me I am just fine without it. I’m glad there’s other accountants who are straight up about not wanting their CPA. Thank you for your videos! I am definitely subscribing

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

So glad you enjoyed it Joey!

[@ebony203]

how was your job searching experience. I get mixed reviews some people saying it is hard to get a job after graduating. I switched my major from nursing and I am worried it might not be stable for me.

[@joeyazzie64]

@@ebony203 I too got mixed reviews like that. But I ended up finding a job a week after graduating. Just be confident, have a resume and have a positive attitude. You’ll definitely find a job as an accountant as we’re always in demand either in public, private or governmental.

[@tyahmacon6834]

Wow this was so helpful, thank you! I'm about to graduate with my B.A in Hospitality and Business Admin. and have been really interested in the accounting aspect. Now that you've explained the pros and cons, I really want to go to grad school and get my Masters! Really appreciate at it.

[@fittomakeup9890]

Reading these comments and watching this video has me excited for my next move. I have been pursuing my a.s in business- will be finished in spring,, and planned to pursue my bachelor's in business. I had to take a few accounting classes and fell in love with it. Did some research, found out that I can obtain my associates in accounting I just have 9 courses to complete. After that I'm pursuing my bachelor's in accounting.

[@ipelengm.1042]

Currently studying accounting in South Africa 🇿🇦 you made me excited about finishing and the futre ♥️

[@theecoolmom4468]

I love that you mentioned the creative mind would need an outlet. I’ve been thinking about accounting for a while now. I know I don’t need a degree in being creative but I can use one in managing it! I said when I go back to college my creative and as you said “analytical” side need to coexist! And benefit each other. It’s rare that the very first search is so helpful you feel as though it’s all you need to know lol

[@illz0876]

I saw the caption and immediately got emotional! I'm working full time and studying with ACCA in the UK and I struggle to keep motivated sometimes as I rarely see black women in my field. Reading the comments and watching you has really inspired me to keep going. I enjoy what I do but these exams really have me contemplating life 🙃 starting salaries over here are no where near 40k. Its really difficult even with a degree, but would love to connect with anyone who has any advice or gone through it too. Loved the video and thanks for sharing 😊 God bless x

[@KatelynnDinh]

I'm about to be a senior in high school and I'm planning on majoring in accounting. This video really helped me to get more insight, so thank you for that and keep that up! The only thing I'm worried about is finding jobs because I have a physical disability I feel like that'll put off people trying to hire me. Even though I'm planning on getting my masters and maybe CPA, it's still a concern of mine.

[@zanb.3087]

You brought up a great point about entrepreneurship. Knowing accounting can help you develop your business. I appreciate your insight. Any accountants work from home full time?

[@ingridpatino9130]

Loved the video! You definitely gave such wise and concise advice. I'm currently getting my masters in accounting after going through a career change from a creative field (I worked in Advertising) and watching this video makes me feel confident that I picked the right path. I, too, selected accounting for the career stability.

[@itssjaliyah5109]

Just came across this video when I was in 8th grade I decided I wanted to be a doctor but I think I only wanted to be one because everyone else wanted to. So at the beginning of 9th grade I took a nursing class and I knew it wasn’t for me . I am currently a sophomore in high school taking dual enrollment majoring in accounting. When I graduate high school I will have a associate in accounting and I plan to keep going till I reach my masters

[@nikkilyn7116]

Hey! Accounting major here and love your channel and videos! I was just wondering what your study process was like in college and how you stayed successful. Like you, I’m not in love with accounting but am really only doing it for the financial stability.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Hey Hun! 😘💖 so glad you’re here. Honestly I did as much as I could in class, because I wasn’t a big study person. I would study for tests, but I made sure to use all assignments provided as my chance to study because my attention span was too short to have successful study sessions. If you’re just doing accounting for financial stability, I would advise turning it into a career you love otherwise you will be miserable down the road. If you like all things creative...combine that with accounting so you will have a new love for it ☺️😘

[@Jake-xm2fm]

I am an accountant. And the best part is job security. If you major in accounting it’s pretty impossible to be unemployed lol. Another great thing is the pay. She seems to be talking about auditing or industry work. It can be taxes too. The starting no experience ranges depending on where you live. Chicago area is DEFINITELY higher than 40k... and 50k.she is correct about the CPA! It does matter later on in your career. When you are trying to become a controller/partner

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Correct! Cost of living is definitely higher in Chicago than in TX so thank you for pointing out that location determines that starting rate.

[@ScarfaceAngelll]

Chicago starting salary is around $70k

[@Jake-xm2fm]

@@ScarfaceAngelll was 2 years ago

[@MM-cl9zf]

I know I’m late but I loved this video! Very thorough as someone who is looking to go back to school for accounting and trying to get my daughter to major in it college this was very informative. Thank you for your time and information ❤

[@CrazySwag17]

Thank you so much bless you! You have absolutely changed my life with this video. After a few years wasting my life away in college trying to find a major I’ve decided on accounting thanks to you and also some research. However, this video right here has given me the mental clarity necessary to go forward. Thank you so much, you have no idea the help this video has given me. Stay safe please!

[@sydneymathis509]

Majoring in accounting. This my senior year and I’m so excited yet nervous to start my career

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Congratulations Hun! You got this 🙏🏾💖😘

[@eysham.3021]

I appreciate you sharing your thoughts on Accounting. I'm a very analytical, inquisitive person who always wants to know why things dont add up. Currently graduating with my associates of science in accounting in a week & transferring to a 4 yr college! I dont have my bachelors yet, but guess what? I am a full time A/P specialist now!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Yay! Congratulations! You already have your foot in the door so whenever you are ready to change functions it will be that much easier for you!

[@DreamFirms]

Nice to see all the accountants on the comment section. You guys are awesome!

[@alexdaubenspeck4339]

15:09 i like that she said something about this . j dont want to think of myself as a robot because i want to have an awesome career

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Right! It’s so important to love what you do.

[@BlueMagic334]

You made me feel a hundred times better about starting my new position as a revenue accountant.

[@kimberlygillis9074]

I have a Masters in Accounting and Financial Management. I have found it extremely difficult to find a job in Accounting. It took a year, out of school to find my first job in Accounting, I worked full-cycle. After that, I taught accounting classes for 5+ years. Eventually, I left the industry because I found it difficult to get back into it. Currently, I work as a Nurses Assistant in a hospital with the goal of becoming a Registered Nurse. I loved working as an Accountant, hopefully, I will be able to get back into it after nursing school. Love the video

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Hey Kimberly! I hope you find something soon. Have you been networking for some help with placement?

[@kimberlygillis9074]

@@FromHeadtoCurve I have, but in this industry, it isn't what you know, it who you know. The only reason I got my first job out of school is that the business manager said that if she didn't take a chance on me, one would have hired me without skills.

[@wishesandkisses1]

This is my story. However, I never had the opportunity to work in the industry. I graduate with my ADN in May 2021. I just wish I did not have to pay the debt for the Bachelor’s in business and accounting.

[@trueskatewithsam5275]

Thank you for your help shedding light on this beast of a career.

[@sheneesedavis6513]

Thank you im 28 and i want to go back to school in get a Associates in accounting to start a career..i think this video very helpful because im soooo nerves, like what if i don't like it.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

If you don't like it, just change it. It won't be the end of the world.

[@faithshaya3713]

I have a bachelor's degree in accounting, that's what I wanted to do for as long as I can remember and I'm aspiring to become a chartered accountant but I'm losing hope I can't seem to get an accounting job maybe I'm in the wrong country. I wish I could move around easily to try other countries. Im so passionate about accounting.Watching videos like yours makes me feel better. Thank you.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Aw hey boo. The first job is initially the hardest. It will definitely get better. Do you know anyone as an accountant? What country are you in?

[@faithshaya3713]

@@FromHeadtoCurve Thank you so much dear for replying. I am in UAE. No I don't know anyone. I just hope and believe that God will open the right doors.

[@khadijamb3863]

Faith Shaya faith, I lived in the UAE for 7 years working for the government there. I left in 2017. And one thing that I can tell you is that the country now is bleeding. They’re scrambling to keep up with their rapidly growing but poorly governed infrastructure, and job searching there is really tough right now. Salaries are low now as well. When I first arrived, I was offered a really competitive salary and a paid apartment on the main island in AD. But year after year it gets harder. The other part to that is the country has always outsourced labor, but are now looking for countries whose citizens will go to UAE and work for the lowest of the lowest salaries. Are you American by the way?? If you are, in my opinion, you’d have much better luck coming back stateside and finding a good accounting job...

[@faithshaya3713]

@@khadijamb3863 It is really hard. I am Zimbabwean. I would love to try other countries like US it's just that it's not easy for us. I have been in UAE for 3 years now.

[@nas_p_]

Im an auditor in public accounting at a large firm, and I only see a handful of black ppl. Im the only black person on my team as well. But on my main client there are a TON of black women on the accounting floor.

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Girl I feel you. It’s only two black people at my job, and I’m one of them. But at the job before mines, a really large services company, we were all up and through there. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@veemarie3887]

Do you like being an auditor? I'm thinking about that

[@acrxsls1766]

@@FromHeadtoCurve What does being black have to do with it?

[@bonechillingtales123]

From Head to Curve Why does this matter to you guys so much? Just focus on being great! Shouldn’t need validation from other people who look and act like you, that’s for emotionally weak folks! Expand your horizons! 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@helloooo7703]

@@bonechillingtales123 Unless you have lived the experience of being Black in America, you will never fully understand.

[@havardhopeful]

I just found your channel and I love it. I’m on my senior year of accounting and I work full time in the military, but I know it’s worth it. Thanks for all of the advice

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

No problem Hun! Good luck in your last year & thank you for all you do for our country 😘💖

[@ComiendoPastel]

Do you think this career is good for introverted people

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

Yeah. I’m naturally introvert but it has brought me out of my shell.

[@mssha1980]

Accounting is an office job so you have to be outgoing enough to connect with your coworkers

[@abdulagungwijaya6807]

I love this video. So accurate, so clear, and to the point. Each sentences has value. no wasting time here. Thanks Girl

[@Anonymous_Anon882]

Smart/entrepreneurial black women do not mince words or waste time when it comes to honing in on vocational/academic information. Agreed.

[@andrewcampbell919]

This video was super amazing! Thanks for sharing. I'm in my last year of highschool and plan to major in accounting in the next two years. I'll be starting an associate of arts degree in accounting,in September. Your video gave me so much motivation to pursue my goal of becoming an accountant. You earned yourself a new sub, love you sis!

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

I'm so glad this was helpful Andrew!

[@idcman6692]

I don’t know whether I’m talent at accounting or not based on my maths skill. But when it comes to double entry, financial statement and T-ledger account, I found it fun and easy to do compare to maths and I’am the third highest score in my class. I need some advice

[@aestheticaffairs]

Yasss I love seeing all us black accountants in the comments ✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽

[@doneshasalas]

I'm 21 and I absolutely love watching your videos! I'm currently a teacher assistant working full-time here in N.C., unfortunately the pay isn't where I want to be.. I'm still struggling what I want to major in, I've been in community college for 2 year's but I took a semester off. I'm not sure what I want to do..

[@FromHeadtoCurve]

I would pay attention to what you’re interested in and then see how you can create that into a career. I did one marketing class in the midst of all of my accounting classes when I was in undergrad. That marketing class brightened my day every time I went to it and I absolutely loved it. But instead of me changing my major to marketing, I stuck with accounting and I do not like my job. Now, everything I do in my side hustle is marketing related. If I would’ve paid attention to what I love instead of what could make me money, I would not only be making money right now as a full-time marketer but I would also really enjoy what I do for a living. That’s why I say pay attention to what it is you already love doing, research that topic, and see how you can create that into a career that makes you money so you can enjoy what you do for a living.

[@quelquun2018]

What topics do you seem to enjoy while in school? What do you enjoy or find yourself doing outside of school? What are you around (in your everyday environment)?

[@desirayshalese]

Currently enrolling into community college, sent off my financial aid today in hopes that it goes through! (Takes 3-5 days) if it does, I will be on the road to my associates in accounting! After 2 yrs I will be switching to a university for A degree in accounting! So on and so forth! I need all the luck🥺 never went to college because I got pregnant the same week I graduated highschool! I feel like it’s MY time!!!

[@mariamocyreemaningding5094]

best of luck girl you got this!!

[@jecinthlee1351]

idk but i’m so conscious about my future I’m still 14 years old and in 3rd grade high school but here i am keep thinking about what course and job i will be taking someday. since i was a kid, i mean younger, i always say im taking meds whenever someone asked me what i wanted to be but im really not sure if that’s what my heart desire i just don’t have anything else to say. up to this day i still dont know what my heart desire and im trying to explore more courses and jobs te get to know where i fit and what i really want.