Eight Career B's

Throughout 50+ years in the tax profession, these eight principles have guided the most successful careers. They are simple to understand, but powerful when practiced consistently.

1

Be Confident

Be confident in your abilities; you have earned this.

2

Be Open

Be open to learn new concepts, new ways of doing things, other's ideas.

3

Be Accepting

Be accepting of others differences, but always strive to look for similarities.

4

Be Observant

Be observant of the company's culture and your surroundings. Try to fit in. Observe when you do not fit in, make adjustments.

5

Be Wary

Be wary of those who cheat, lie, backstab; they are out to hurt you.

6

Be Grateful

Be grateful for the opportunity to make a living, to learn, to work with people more experienced and talented than you.

7

Be Ambitious

Be ambitious to do a great job and to do more than is asked of you; but not ambitious to step on someone.

8

Be Happy

Be of good cheer, even when times are stressful.

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