9. Duration Goals vs. Completion Goals

An episode of the CPA Exam Success podcast, hosted by Dawn Edelstein, CPA, titled "9. Duration Goals vs. Completion Goals" was published on June 24, 2025 and runs 19 minutes.

June 24, 2025 ·19m · CPA Exam Success

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Summary

🎙️ Episode 9: Trying to Finish Everything Is Exactly Why You’re Not Finishing the CPA Exam—Here’s What to Do InsteadAre you stuck chasing a never-ending to-do list—and still not making real progress on the CPA Exam?In this episode, we unpack the hidden trap of completion goals and why they’re keeping you from the finish line.If you’re constantly telling yourself, “I just need to get through this…” — this mindset shift is going to change everything.You’ll learn how to shift your focus to duration-based goals that actually help you stay consistent, reduce burnout, and build the momentum you need to pass with confidence and ease.💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:The #1 mindset keeping smart, capable candidates stuck in the spin cycleWhy completion goals are sabotaging your study process—even when they feel productiveThe power of duration goals (and how to set them the right way)A new approach to progress that builds belief, consistency, and resultsWant to start making real progress toward your CPA Exam Success? Download the Ultimate CPA Exam Success Checklist—your go-to guide for setting up a study plan that actually works for you. The Ultimate CPA Exam Success Checklist is a step-by-step guide to structuring your study plan so you can make real progress without unnecessary stress.Download the Checklist & More HereJoin the Conversation:I’d love to hear about your study plan! Send me a message and let me know what timeline you’re choosing and how you’re structuring your study sessions. Remember, you’re not in this alone!Thank you for tuning in! Until next time, keep believing in yourself and in your CPA Exam Success!👉 Join my Group Coaching Program if you're ready to be supported, study with confidence, and pass with ease. ($97/month)💬 Let's Chat on Zoom if you're stuck or overwhelmed and not sure what to do next. ($27 one-time offer)🗓️ Join my 30-Day Study Challenge if you are in the start-stop study cycle and want to finally make studying a consistent habit. ($67)📲 Join my Free Facebook Group and get real time support in my weekly LIVEs plus early access to my podcast episodes. (Free)📩 Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a message—I’d love to hear from you!🎧 Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!©MIAMI COACH CONNECTION, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.

Episode Description

🎙️ Episode 9: Trying to Finish Everything Is Exactly Why You’re Not Finishing the CPA Exam—Here’s What to Do Instead

Are you stuck chasing a never-ending to-do list—and still not making real progress on the CPA Exam?

In this episode, we unpack the hidden trap of completion goals and why they’re keeping you from the finish line.

If you’re constantly telling yourself, “I just need to get through this…” — this mindset shift is going to change everything.

You’ll learn how to shift your focus to duration-based goals that actually help you stay consistent, reduce burnout, and build the momentum you need to pass with confidence and ease.

💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:

The #1 mindset keeping smart, capable candidates stuck in the spin cycle
Why completion goals are sabotaging your study process—even when they feel productive
The power of duration goals (and how to set them the right way)
A new approach to progress that builds belief, consistency, and results

Want to start making real progress toward your CPA Exam Success? Download the Ultimate CPA Exam Success Checklist—your go-to guide for setting up a study plan that actually works for you. The Ultimate CPA Exam Success Checklist is a step-by-step guide to structuring your study plan so you can make real progress without unnecessary stress.

Download the Checklist & More Here

Join the Conversation:

I’d love to hear about your study plan! Send me a message and let me know what timeline you’re choosing and how you’re structuring your study sessions. Remember, you’re not in this alone!

Thank you for tuning in! Until next time, keep believing in yourself and in your CPA Exam Success!

👉 Join my Group Coaching Program if you're ready to be supported, study with confidence, and pass with ease. ($97/month)

💬 Let's Chat on Zoom if you're stuck or overwhelmed and not sure what to do next. ($27 one-time offer)

🗓️ Join my 30-Day Study Challenge if you are in the start-stop study cycle and want to finally make studying a consistent habit. ($67)

📲 Join my Free Facebook Group and get real time support in my weekly LIVEs plus early access to my podcast episodes. (Free)

📩 Have a question or want to share your breakthrough? Send me a message—I’d love to hear from you!

🎧 Follow & Leave a Review if you found this episode helpful. Your support helps other CPA Exam candidates find this podcast!

Miami Coach Connection, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this podcast, nor for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Individual Results Vary.