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The CMA Show
Welcome to The CMA Show! In every episode we go inside the minds of the most successful Management Accountants i.e. CFOs, Corporate Controllers, VPs of Finance so you can learn how to move up the ranks just like they did. You'll learn the aha moments that led them to where they are today, lessons learned along their career trajectory, and how you can replicate their success. The show is sponsored by CMA Exam Academy, the instructor-led prep course helping professionals around the world pass the…
Episodes
The CMA ShowEP 127: Mastering Data Analytics: The Key to Thriving as a Management Accountant
Developing strong data analytics skills is crucial for management accountants to remain competitive. These skills enable management accountants to identify…
The CMA ShowEP 126: CMA vs MBA - Which Is Better for a Career in Accounting?
Do you know the difference between a CMA and an MBA? Both certifications are valuable, but they have different purposes. In this episode, we'll explore the…
The CMA ShowEP 125: Failed the CMA Exam? Here's a New Strategy For You!
Don't worry if you failed the CMA exam this year. You can pass next time by following these simple steps! Make a study plan and stick to it. Get organized and…
The CMA ShowEP 124: How To Qualify For An IMA Scholarship
The IMA offers a CMA scholarship to help offset the cost of studying for the exam. The scholarship is available for undergraduates and graduate students who…
The CMA ShowEP 123: Your Salary Potential as CMA
If you're looking for a high-paying career with stability and growth potential, becoming a Certified Management Accountant may be the perfect choice for you…
The CMA ShowEP 122: Professional Networking Strategies for CMAs
Many accountants find networking to be an uncomfortable part of the job. Small talk with strangers can feel awkward, especially for introverts. And making the…
The CMA ShowEP 121: Why the CMA Is the Best Accounting Certification Today!
I'm going to be honest with you: becoming a CMA takes dedication – dedication of your time and money. In today's episode, I'll explain what makes earning your…
The CMA ShowEP 120: Do This to NOT Lose Your CMA Certification!
To maintain your Certified Management Accountant credential, the Institute of Management Accountants requires you to keep up with your professional education…
The CMA ShowEP 119: Best CMA Study Plan for 2023
Like a lot of other CMA candidates, I was worried about how to study for the CMA exam and what CMA review course would help me pass. Being a certified CMA will…
The CMA ShowEP 118: [Stories] How Accountants Pass the CMA Exam
CMA Exam Academy is a proven, 16-week per part online coaching program. We show you, step-by-step, what to study each week, keep you accountable through our…
The CMA ShowEP 117: 2023 CMA Certification Requirements
Unsure of what the CMA certification requirements are to qualify for your Certified Management Accounting Certification? In today's episode, I am going to…
The CMA ShowEP 116: How to Get a 58% Salary Raise as a CMA
So, you've just passed the CMA exam and are officially a Certified Management Accountant. Congratulations! But, what's the next step? For many professionals…
The CMA ShowEP 115: Free vs Paid CMA Study Material
Only 45% of people who take the CMA exam pass. If you don't prepare the right way, you've just lost all of your exam fee money, which will probably be at least…
The CMA ShowEP 114: 7 Skills of Highly Effective CMA Leaders
In all facets of personal and professional life, leadership skills are respected and admired. Luckily, leadership skills are also transferable. The best CMAs…
The CMA ShowEP 113: CMA vs CIA - Which Is Right For You?
If you're pursuing a career in accounting, you've no doubt heard about the CMA and CIA certifications, both of which can help you grow as a professional…
The CMA ShowEP 112: Get Your Free CMA Practice Test
If you want to become a CMA, you'll need to pass the CMA exam. Unless you've decided to dive straight into a review course, the starting line is usually taking…
The CMA ShowEP 111: How to Become 6-Figure CMA as a vCFO
A Virtual CFO is a management accounting expert at the top of their game. They can handle major financial decisions and day-to-day operations, as well as…
The CMA ShowEP 110: CMA Exam Hacks - How to Memorize FAST!
As you study for the CMA, you are going to cover a ton of ground. How do you keep yourself from forgetting all that you hear, read, and watch? In todays…
The CMA ShowEP 109: Best CMA MCQ & Essay Hacks
Does thinking of the CMA exam test questions stress you out? This is the case for many candidates. It sure was for me. But while the CMA exam is difficult I'm…
The CMA ShowEP 108: Here's Your Game Plan After the CMA Exam
The waiting is the hardest part. Whether or not you're a Tom Petty fan, this is the truth of the days after your CMA exam. As you anxiously await your CMA test…
The CMA ShowEP 107: CSCA Certification: Is It Right For You?
If you're a CMA interested in leveling up into ever-evolving areas of expertise, the IMA (Institute of Management Accountants) has a new certification called…
The CMA ShowEP 106: How to Skyrocket Your Career as an Accountant
Management accountants bring a ton of value to a company. Their knowledge and competencies fill an important role in providing strategic direction, in addition…
The CMA ShowEP 105: How to Keep Your CMA Credential Active
To maintain certification as a Certified Management Accountant, the Institute of Management Accountants requires you to keep up your professional education…
The CMA ShowEP 104: Why CMAs Need to Learn About Cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies are everywhere: from the main players like Bitcoin and Ethereum to thousands of speculative tokens. Corporations and business leaders…
The CMA ShowEP 103: 4 Strategies to Prepare for CMA Exam Day
As the time ticks down to test day, it's important that you don't blow it in the final mile. This home stretch has a strategy of its own, and I want to walk…
The CMA ShowEP 102: How to Ask Your Boss to Pay for Your CMA Certification
In this episode, you'll learn how to ask your employer to pay for your CMA certification fees. Hit play! ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS…
The CMA ShowEP 101: CMA Exam Goes Remote! - Take It Anywhere
In-person exam is no longer the only option for CMA candidates. You can now take it remotely from home. Listen to today's episode to learn more about it and…
The CMA ShowEP 100: CMA Jobs That'll Skyrocket Your Earning Potential
In today's episode, you'll learn about the BEST jobs for CMAs and the type of work you can expect from each role. I also have big announcements so don't miss…
The CMA ShowEP 99: Nathan's Story and the Value of the CMA
I'm regularly asked why I chose the CMA certification and the impact it had on my life and career. So I decided to record an episode about it. In short, it…
The CMA ShowEP 98: Total CMA Certification Cost in 2022 & Beyond
If you're thinking of becoming a Certified Management Accountant, you'll want to listen to this episode to learn about the #CMA exam fees that are going up in…
The CMA ShowEP 97: Mindset and Habits for Effective CMA Studying
In todays' episode, you'll learn the most effective mindset and habits to help you study for the CMA exam. Listen in! ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN…
The CMA ShowEP 96: How to Study for the CMA Exam Based on Your Learning Style
Study for the CMA exam based on your learning style to ensure you pass the exam on your first attempt. In this episode, I'll share with you the types of…
The CMA ShowEP 95: CMA Exam Structure & Syllabus for 2022
Are you getting ready to study for your CMA exam in 2022? In today's episode I'll go over the exam structure and syllabus for the 2022 exam. ----------…
The CMA ShowEP 94: What it takes to get a CMA Certification in 2022
2022 is here and I want to share what it'll take to earn the CMA certification this year. Listen in to find out all the juicy details. ---------- RESOURCES &…
The CMA ShowEP 93: Easy CMA Resume Tips - You're Hired!
When you're ready to land a CMA job, you need a killer resume. In this episode, I'll show you how to write one. ---------- RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS…
The CMA ShowEP 92: CMA Jobs - GOING REMOTE
The world of accounting is changing. With major firms now allowing fully remote work, CMAs are in a place of strength. Our skills may be uniquely suited for…
The CMA ShowEP 91: CMA Careers: Corporate, Entrepreneur, Educator
Certified management accountants are like accountants with superpowers. Being a CMA means you're a leader, which unlocks plenty of additional opportunities…
The CMA ShowEP 90: Is AI & Automation Taking Over Accounting Jobs?
With the advent of AI and Automation, accountants are worried that this new disruptive technology will take over their jobs. It couldn't be further from the…
The CMA ShowEP 89: How To Qualify For An IMA Scholarship
The IMA has a scholarship program to help college students pursue the CMA designation free of cost. Listen to today's episode to learn how this scholarship…
The CMA ShowEP 88: CMA Test Bank - Top 6 MISTAKES to AVOID
Using an online test bank is a must when preparing for the CMA exam but most don't know how to use it right. In today's episode, I'll share the top 6 mistakes…
The CMA ShowEP 87: [Interview] Best Advice For Candidates Studying For The CMA Exam w/ DJ Vogt, CMA
My guest today is DJ Vogt, a successful CMA who is going to share with us his experience studying for the exam in addition to covering very interesting topics…
The CMA ShowEP 86: How to Overcome the 5 Biggest CMA Exam Fears
In today's episode, I'll share with you the 5 most common fears thousands of CMA candidates shared with me over the years. More importantly, how you can…
The CMA ShowEP 85: [Interview] CMA vs CPA vs CFA w/ Rick Kane, CMA, CFA
In today's episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Rich. He is an accomplished CMA working in the banking industry and has a very interesting career…
The CMA ShowEP 84: Five Tips to Get Hired Fast as a CMA
In today's episode, I'm going to share 5 strategies to help you promote yourself as a CMA and land the job of your dreams! ---------------- DOWNLOAD FREE EXAM…
The CMA ShowEP 83: [Interview] How To Be Strategic To Achieve CMA Success w/ Nick Buscemi, CMA
In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Nick Buscemi. Nick shares his exam journey, career trajectory and what he looks for when he hires…
The CMA ShowEP 82: Best Speed Reading Techniques for the CMA Exam
In today's episode, I'll go over the best speed reading techniques to help you study faster and help you ace your exam as well. Speed Reading isn't talked much…
The CMA ShowEP 81: [Interview] Moving to the USA, Best Exam Day Strategies & Much More! w/Reetu Narain, CMA, CA
In today's episode, my guest is Reetu Narain. Reetu holds the CMA designation and shares how she achieved her designation, why and how she moved to the United…
The CMA ShowEP 80: [Interview] How To Stay Focused and Achieve Exam Success! w/ Kevin Arvisais, CMA, MBA
In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kevin Arvisais, CMA, MBA. Kevin shares his experiencing studying for the CMA exam, how he was able to…
The CMA ShowEP 79: [Interview] Stories, Advice and Exploration w/ Cecilia Leung, CPA
In today's episode, Cecilia Leung, CPA shares her life's journey as an accountant, entrepreneur and author. You'll learn how to figure out which area in…
The CMA ShowEP 78: [Interview] How To Pass The CMA Exam Fast! - w/ Andrew Wright, PhD, MBA, CMA
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Wright. Andrew shares his journey as a professional musician turned entrepreneur, and how the CMA…
The CMA ShowEP 77: [Interview] Do's and Don'ts of CMA Exam Day - w/ Sidharth Dhunna, CMA
In this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Sidharth Dhunna. Sidharth is a CMA living in San Francisco, CA. He shares his experience about the exams…
The CMA ShowEP 76: CMA Exam In-Person Rehearsal NOW AVAILABLE!
Would you like to practice your CMA exam at Prometric instead of at home? Now you can! Stress and anxiety on exam day can debilitate many candidates. The…
The CMA ShowEP 75: Did 2020 Lockdowns Impact CMA Salaries?
The IMA has released the 2020 annual salary survey and thought it'd be great to share some of the highlights with you in this episode. As a CMA Coach who's…
The CMA ShowEP 74: CMA vs CPA - Which Is The Right For You?
In today's episode, let's dive into an analysis of the CMA certification and compare it to the CPA license. Both are fantastic accounting designations but…
The CMA ShowEP 73: How To Qualify For An IMA Scholarship
Are you curious to know more about IMA's scholarship program? Are you eligible for it? I answer these questions and more in today's episode. As a CMA Coach…
The CMA ShowEP 72: My 8 Biggest CMA Exam Prep Mistakes
It's confession time! I'm going to share my 8 biggest test prep mistakes so you can avoid them. I want you to accelerate your learning and success and that's…
The CMA ShowEP 71: Common CMA Exam Mistakes to Avoid
Over the years, I've heard it all in terms of mistakes candidates make studying for their exam. In today's episode, I'll share the ones that I see often to…
The CMA ShowEP 70: 10 Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Become a CMA
If you want to become a CMA, kicking procrastination to the curb is key. In this episode, I'll show you 10 ways to stop procrastination to help you study and…
The CMA ShowEP 69: Failed the CMA Exam? Here's Your Action Plan
I felt it was necessary to record an episode to help candidates looking to retake the CMA exam. As a CMA Coach who's helped thousands successfully go through a…
The CMA ShowEP 68: How Hard is the CMA Exam? TIPS TO MAKE IT EASY
Wonder how hard the CMA exam is? In this episode, I'll go over the CMA exam difficulty level and the skills you need to develop to succeed. As a CMA Coach…