CPAacademy.org | BEYOND SURVIVING: HOW TO CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT OUT

Stacy Derebery (regier carr & monroe, l.l.p.)

"Sometimes we survive and we do not realize that we are even doing it................it is so true that anchors are draining. i have been experiencing and noticing several of the discussed - i appreciate how i can now wrap my arms around how i have been feeling and that it is draining when you work with individuals that are negative or victims. In your personal life you fire your friends that are always surviving and only talk about themselves because it is just more than you want to handle. in your professional life it can be more tricky. I truly appreciate the spin and the documentation provided. When its in black and white the impact is undeniable. I am a fan of the suggested theories. Thanks! I wanted to let the instructor know that i enjoyed the class and did not click on the icon quick enough - would you please let him know. Thanks!"

Jennifer Smith (Puyallup Valley St Francis House)

"Fabulous webinar. Excellent examples were given, with a great balance of general concepts & specific examples. My husband and I watched together (since I'm now working from home) and it lead to a really good conversation about our family, as a whole and about individuals and relationships and our direction for the next several months. I would recommend this presentation, and probably anything by Stepp Sydnor, to everyone. Thank you for a fabulous presentation!"

Lucy Ainsworth (Lucy Ainsworth, CPA)

"What a wonderful webinar! It's so easy to become trapped in victim thinking patterns, and listen to the stories we tell ourselves. I could definitely see myself in some of the negative behaviours Stepp described. He cut through the nonsense and urged us to become the best we can, by practicing it every day. I highly recommend this course."

Karen Anderson (Karen Anderson, CPA)

"Stepp is a great motivator for me and I need one. If I could accomplish my goals over the next two years, it will be because he started me on the path. If you can listen to any of his workshops it is worth your investment in time and get everyone in your office--at all levels-- to sit in. Karen"

Sharon Simmons (State Farm Insurance Company)

"The turtle in the shell compared to out of the shell are a perfect display of being a survivor to becoming a warrior! And the sharing by the presenter of his personal life changing situations & how he dealt with them make this a very realistic presentation that could apply to any one at any time."

Susan Walko (Susan Walko)

"Really needed this to help me remember that there are things I can and should control. The time on this webinar flew by. Was interesting, enjoyed the personal examples and stories. Motivated me to start doing my projects around the house and getting things done. Well done. Thank you"

Ronna Calderon ()

"I really enjoyed this webinar, very timely on what I'm going through right now. It's great to hear someone who tells you about thriving and has actually experienced it first-hand. After the webinar, I am more conscious on what I tell my self. Thank you very much, really enjoyed it!"

Jennifer Valencia (CA Franchise Tax Board)

"Stepp was clear, the presentation slides clearly representative of the subtopics/points he was trying to convey. A great reminder to always be moving forward and not getting stuck. LIFE HAPPENS to everyone and it is all on us to dust off ourselves and keep on going. So thank you."

Yvette Rico (COSA)

"I have struggled in certain areas in my professional development with not being on time with tasks or not being perfect. This webinar showed me that it is alright to fail at times and to learn from my failures not to be so hard on myself. Thank you so much!!!"

MARION BROWN (SELF EMPLOYED)

"Very much enjoyed and felt inspired to activate his words of wisdom to live better with less stress and reliving bad experiences. I will definitely get both books presented. Sometimes it just takes a "stranger" to push you on to becoming a warrior."

Jennifer Stefanow (Sterling Financial)

"I never write testimonials for these, but this webinar rocked my world. The presenter kept it very real. The content was super-relateable and useful. I highly recommend this webinar to anyone looking to move beyond a bad event and thrive in life."

Pamela King (Bryan Cave LLP)

"The was an excellent presentation for personal development. It greatly exceeded my expectations! The slides were effective and drove the points home. Good humor was incorporated. I encourage everyone to take this course."

Floyd Wilder (Floyd O Wilder CPA PA)

"I am very impressed with this presentation. I have studied many fine Authors on similar topics. This was among the very best that I have encountered. Thank you very much, I thoroughly enjoyed this Webinar."

Susan Hackman (Self Employed)

"An hour well spent. I'm a sole practitioner who was experiencing anxiety with my work load and external events. This course shows you how to channel the negative energy to positive. I'm ready to thrive!!"

Margaret Schneller (Schneller & Co. Accounting & Consulting)

"Other than the above complaint, this was actually a very enjoyable and engaging webinar that is something that I will very much take to heart and probably review several times in the upcoming weeks."

Sacha Spicer (Stratix Corp)

"I really enjoyed this webinar! It was very informative. Stepp's leadership style uses everyday examples and is very relatable. I can't wait to get the book and learn more. I was completely engaged!"

Angela Rushing (Affordable Tax & Accounting Services)

"This webinar allowed me to do some self-evaluation of my life. I was able to determine the things that I have already accomplished and things that I needed to work on for the betterment of myself."

Lora Sigglin (Sigglin Business Services)

"In a time of unprecedented uncertainty and strife, this was a wonderful reminder to not wallow. Get up. Be present. Make a difference. Proclaim your faith and be a good example for others."

George Jay Kite (George Jay Kite, Ltd)

"This seminar was more enlightening than I expected and there were many takeaways that will serve me will going forward. This was a worthwhile program adn do suggest it to everyone."

Geryl Silver (Geryl Silver LLC)

"Stepp Up was an amazing up lifting webinar. I really needed to hear this. Interesting to hear that most people go through difficult times and there's always a way out and up!"

Marilyn Thomas Nibbs (Marilyn Thomas Nibbs)

"Great Webinar. Those self-talks, that occur around 3am that tells you what could have been, would have been, and should have been .I will definitely be working on those."

Glendys Serra (MDCPS)

"Powerful information that will surely benefit anyone. This presentation will hit you in your inner core and the result will be nothing but positive. Excellent presenter."

andrea dismuke (Andrea Dimuke, CPA)

"This brought up many key issues that we all fall into. It's good to understand what to do when these situations come upon us so we can be better in all our capacities"

Amy Jones (Pearson Accounting)

"I enjoyed this webinar immensely! It is such a great reminder to change your self-talk especially after a long tax season of surviving. Ready to thrive!"

Cindy Bradburn ()

"Excellent session! I really liked the final anchor vs propeller comparison and the reminder each of us has control of our own response and attitude."

Yuichi Iwata (Client Accounting & Internal Audit Services)

""Beyond Surviving: How To Create The Life You Want Out Of The Life You Have" is the most valuable CPA Academy webinar that I have attended so far."

Mark Hoffman (Mark Hoffman, CPA)

"As a CPA/Psychologist, content is very important for anyone, as well as leaders. Stepp presented more complex concepts very clearly and directly."

Helen Hutchings-Bogart (Prince William County Government)

"Stepp was positive and upbeat while information clear and concise. I thoroughly enjoyed his webinar and will keep him in mind for future webinars."

julia terranova (julia f terranova, cpa)

"Was very pleased with the webinar. I've heard these same discussions before but this webinar helps bring the direction back to front of mind."

Tessa Hammons (Prairie Creek Grain Company)

"The presentation was very insightful and I could really relate to a lot of the ideas the presenter talked about. I enjoyed the presentation."

David Lattieri (M D Tax Pros Inc)

"I left the presentation feeling optimistic and thinking about ways to give my team an uplifting message. I enjoyed this course. Thank you!"

Nikki Robbins (Nikki Robbins CPA)

"Wonderful webinar that held my attention the whole time. This webinar is perfect for everyone! I will definitely be purchasing the book."

Tammy Coalson (Your Money Matters Books & Taxes Inc)

"Great webinar!!! Thank you for this presentation. Will look to buying your books and reading further to get to the goal of THRIVE."

Lisa Phillips (Lisa Phillips)

"This was an excellent presentation! The content was very positive, encouraging and gave you tools to better yourself emotionally!"

Susan Ferrell (Keiser University)

"This was an excellent webinar. I really liked his talk because it is too easy to think negatively and be your own worst enemy."

Tarja Lipponen (Self-employed)

"Truly inspiring! I learned a lot about myself and how I deal with others. I will become a better person after this webinar."

Kathy Lowry (Administratively Yours LLC)

"This is a very interesting topic. It gave great insight into how we think a respond. This is a webinar that I recommend."

Edward Dowaschinski (Dunes Securities Corporation)

"This was an outstanding way to spend an hour of self-reflection and hopefully allow us all to thrive going forward."

Paula Coyle (Paula L. Coyle, CPA)

"This content could not have been more timely -- thanks to Stepp for giving a directional guideposts in this crisis."

Carmen Smith (Conway Company CPA's)

"Truly enjoyed this and will probably buy his book for a little more in depth knowledge of thriving vs. surviving."

Harriett Gray ()

"Fantastic motivational speaker. Current and well-organized material with interesting examples and anecdotes."

Jay Bae (Hallows Company)

"I really enjoyed this course when the tax season at its starting point. Accountants are people not machine."

Stefanie Carter (Big Loud Records)

"Phenomenal hour! I felt incredibly motivated by Stepp and plan to buy his book to study the topic further!"

Roger Matlock (BDO USA, LLP)

"Very informational on personal development. We have to train ourselves to think and act differently."

Darlis Malindi (sunrise tax and accounting)

"Thank you, knowing the struggle is real with everyone and giving solutions on how to deal with life."

Michael Harbour (Goldbelt Inc.)

"This is the 2nd webinar I have seen with Stepp Sydnor and his is awesome. Please get him on more!!!"

Theresa Reetz (Not working)

"Positive and thought-provoking presentation. Great insight I will share with my family. Thanks!"

Shirley Mcclung (McClung & McClung CPAs)

"I always enjoy Stepp Sydnor presentations. He has a great voice and makes the hour go by fast."

DANA STAHL (Dana Stahl, CPA, Inc)

"Very well done - he "stepped" out quite effectively (which I'm sure he has never heard before)."

Janet Lashley (Hood Industries)

"What a great webinar. So timely and great info! I want all my employees to do this webinar!!"

Michael Moss (Self Employed)

"The subject material was helpful both for business and personally. Great timely information."

Karen Wheatley (Arkansas Public Service Commission)

"Absolutely incredible speaker and information that will let help guide your life. THANK YOU"

George Peterson (HD Supply)

"Very good information combined with a very good delivery! Very effective combo; thank you!"

Jackie Gadret (Self employed CPA)

"A very refreshing webinar to remind us what is truly important in these uncertain times."

Andrea Gits (Carousel Motor Group)

"I would love to see more webinars by Stepp Sydnor. The two I have done are very good!"

Emily Wood (Marianne E Wood-Jensen Tax and Accounting)

"So interesting. I need to look into the book from the presenter for more details."

Muriel Haygood (Self employed)

"Inspirational presentation to our power within to overcome adversarial situations."

Bri Loftis (H&R Block)

"Well-organized presentation that gives positive ways to take control of your life!"

janet pasterkamp (arapahoe community college)

"The hour flew by. There were practical suggestions that could be instituted."

Gregory Kersting (KERSTING & KERSTING, CPAs)

"Interrsting topic. Speaker was very good. He presented his ideas logically."

Samantha Marchand (Marcum LLP)

"Presenter was well spoken and demonstrated great competence in the area."

Camille Metcalf (Huntington & Associates)

"This was a great webinar. Looking forward to more from this presenter."

Nathaniel Ekunboyejo (GLADIATORS FINANCIAL SERVICE LLC)

"I gained a lot from this webinar. More of it. A well presented webinar"

Carlos Villanueva (Dish)

"Great topic! Really brings to light issues that need to be discussed!"

Christine Hong (Christine Young Hee Hong, CPA)

"Wonderful webinar. Very motivating for the rest of my life. Thank you!"

Gregory Stark (Pace Industries)

"Good to hear thoughts for things that re-enforce what I've thought."

Raymond Garnsey (FMS, LLC)

"Great presentation by Stepp...better than any therapist I have seen"

Shelley McCulloch (Peak Horizons Coaching)

"Great webinar! Excellent presenter! Really enjoyed this class!"

Lixia Yang (Colorado Division of Insurance)

"The webinar is well presented. The topic is fresh and useful."

Brooke Tasker (Brooke Tasker CPA LLC)

"Great Presentation. The topics are very relevant and helpful."

Rhonda Robinson (Calpine Corp)

"Very uplifting and motivating. Useful tips for daily living."

Cathy Breedlove (Accounting Management Support)

"The speaker was very inspirational. I enjoyed it greatly."

Julie Villers (United Bankshares Inc.)

"Loved this webinar. The speaker was fantastic. Thank you!"

Alexandra Morales (Abbey Company)

"MOST ENJOYABLE AND BEST CLASS I EVER TAKEN IN CPA ACADEMY"

Angela Chambers (Louisiana Department of Revenue)

"I enjoyed the webinar, nothing more to say at this time."

Karla Wyatt (Conway Company CPAS)

"Had very good ideas to help improve how I look at life"

Lisa Cassell (EdifierUSA, LLC)

"Could have listened to him for another hour at least!"

Jeremy Mcclung (McClung & McClung CPAs)

"Excellent Webinar. Extremely helpful and well done."

Theresa Wilson (BDO USA LLP)

"Great webinar - a topic we could all benefit from!"

Ritu Ruia (Rita advise llc)

"Highly recommended. I wish I had done it before"

Ann Robinson (Bond Beebe)

"Great class. Very useful information. Thanks."

Scarlett Parrish (Gallins Dining and Nutrition)

"It is good to know everyone deals with issues."

Cynthia Austen (Self employed)

"Great course with tons of useful information!"

Brenda Woodall EA (My Tax Help Pro)

"Presenter has a MOST PLEASANT VOICE QUALITY !"

Martin Malarkey III (self employed)

"very enjoyable break from technical topics."

Elizabeth Duke (Electricities of NC, Inc)

"Excellent information and great presenter!!"

Karen Heburn (Risk & Regulatory Consulting)

"Very effective speaker and good topics."

Sherree Walker (College of William and Mary)

"Excellent presenter and excellent topic"

Art Castro (CPA , JD)

"excellent.. very uplifting.. all true.."

James Schlosser (Huntington Bank)

"Very timely and inspirational. Thanks!"

Jennifer Ryan (Jennifer L. Ryan, CPA, P.A.)

"Great seminar! Very though provoking."

Paul Jennings (Fidelity National Financial)

"Informative and interesting webinar."

Laura Alderson (Laura Alderson CPA)

"Fantastic presentation and content!"

Nancy Morovitz (retired)

"very interesting life skill seminar"

Tracy Piper (WD-40 Company)

"Amazing webinar, and very timely!"

Ruben Leibowitz (RSMUS)

"Was informative and entertaining"

Lynne French (F&F)

"Excellent speaker....Thank You!"

Sherri Berry (kp retiree slbco properties and arbllc)

"Inspirational. A must for all."

Samantha Rains (South Dakota Investment Council)

"Stepp - another great webinar!"

Diane Bria-Wharton (Holistic Financial Services)

"Informative -take Action -"

Laura East (Investigative Auditors, Inc.)

"Good motivational speaker"

Jamie Grimes (Cape Fear Public Utility Authority)

"Good speaker. Enjoyed"

Holly, AB

"Excellent information and presenter! Stepp's enthusiasm and passion for thriving comes through loud and clear. Presentation materials include practical information that can be implemented immediately - and what a better world it would be if we all did!"

Laurie, AL

"Really enjoyed listening to encouraging concepts on how to maneuver though the negative forces we encounter on a daily basis - If only more people would listen and then act on these suggestions. Of course, that's the hard part right?!"

Erin, IL

"Stepp made many great points that were helpful around drawing conclusions prematurely and faulty interpretations of facts. This can happen quite a bit at work and in life, creating conflict, anxiety and wasted emotional energy."

Jeanne, VA

"What a great course! The material covered could be applied to situations in the workplace as well as one's personal life. The instructer did an excellent job in terms of the content, clarity, examples provided and pacing."

Laura, PA

"This was a great course to take. It not only provides valuable career advice and guidance, but it also provides insight to personal decisions and choices as well. I would definitely recommend taking this course!"

Shawn, CO

"Stepp backed up his topic with good examples and explanations. It made it easy for me to follow and relate to. The webinar brought to mind areas where I am stuck and provided tools to help me move forward."

Vicky, FL

"Great Seminar, only wish is was longer. The presentation materials were very helpful and thought provoking. It was just what I needed to hear at this point in my career. Thank you!"

Delane, NC

"Stepp is a great speaker and presenter. Very good information for all facets of life whether it be a professional or personal situation. I definitely gained some new perspectives."

Deborah, CO

"Really interesting. Much more involved than I expected for an hour long session. Good materials about steps to take to improve dealing with hurdles in life. Thanks for presenting."

Sarah, LA

"Love presentations by Stepp! This one had perfect timing and was interesting. I like the way he had great examples and gives you advice to start using immediately."

Creusa, CA

"I really appreciate the insights that you shared in this webinar. I see this as being instrumental in helping me to make some breakthroughs. Thank you!"

Cyndi, KS

"Good reminders for daily life...very applicable examples and solutions...we all must make a choice and are responsible for our own lives and happiness!"

Julie, CO

"Excellent and insightful presentation on maintaining both a realistic and positive approach, including specific strategies. Highly recommend."

Princess, IL

"Really good webinar, very informative. Helps you to look into your life and reevaluate your life choices. Thank you very much!"

Tarah, TN

"This is a fantastic webinar! It helps you think about the mentality you have and what it takes to thrive. Highly recommend!"

Walter, KS

"Great speaker, with excellent real life examples. I thoroughly enjoyed this course and got a lot of useful life information."

Craig, MO

"I was so encouraged by the presenter's personal and professional references used in the presentation. I was very practical."

SANDRA, AL

"The hour just simply went by too fast,I was really enjoying the material which is so important for this time in history."

Usha, BC

"I really like Stepp Sydnor presentation. I would like to attend more of his presentations in the future if available."

Alisa, NC

"I enjoyed the session by Stepp Sydnor well presented. Just hearing it makes me want to stay on the Warrior path."

INES, CA

"Understanding the difference between surviving and thriving is a big step to thrive in every aspect of our lives."

CINDY M, MN

"Excellent presentation. Easy to listen to, great information presented in a way to make it easy to learn."

Kimberly, TX

"I really liked the topic and I also loved his soothing voice. Perfect for a mental health related seminar."

Theresa, NY

"Very positive, soothing and reassuring! This is very much needed during this time of stress and anxiety."

Elizabeth, CO

"Stepp put together a really concise and interesting guide to positivity! I'm going to get the book!"

Siu-Lee, CA

"I find the webinar to be very informative - great use of graphics to illustrate the points."

Diana, CO

"Stepp Sydnor did a good job of discussing the difference between Surviving and Thriving."

Paul, UT

"This is a wonderful presentation. Great insights and thought provoking ideas."

Melissa, IL

"Really enjoyed the seminar and very helpful on to thrive rather just survived."

Suan, AZ

"This seminar came at the right time. I would share the insights with my son."

Edwin, NH

"Very informative. Excellent webinar and presentation. Highly recommended."

Karen, NY

"A very interesting presentation with a wealth of information. Learned a lot"

Monique, NJ

"Great tips to THRIVE = self growth, warrior, player, and director. Thanks!"

william, OH

"One of the best webinars ever - really made you face yourself and think!"

Sharolyn, MS

"Enjoyed his stories on own personal situations to make important points."

Steven, NY

"it was an interesting topic on a subject we should all pay attention to"

Pamela, NC

"I thoroughly enjoyed Stepp's message. I will start implementing today."

Emily, CA

"Stepp is a very empathetic while managing to maintain a backbone."

Gayle, OH

"Excellent fast paced delivery with helpful and relevant content."

Tanya, NJ

"This webinar was not what I was expecting. I enjoyed it so much!"

Cindy, FL

"This was a very enjoyable and enlightening seminar! Thank you!"

Christina, PA

"Great presentation! Loved the content and Stepp's stories!"

Melissa, OH

"Stepp was great. The material was on point and empathetic."

Andrew, FL

"Very nice to have such an uplifting program at this time!"

Janice, CA

"Excellent presenter, great materials, good suggestions."

George, PA

"Excellent! Inspired a positive mental attitude."

Duane, WA

"Excellent presentation on how to live your life"

Charles, NC

"Very powerful information. Thought provoking!"

John, PA

"Nice presentation. Very valuable information."

Leah, NY

"Yes I will definitely listen to this again."

Kim, TN

"I would highly recommend this webinar."

Victor, TX

"The webinar was very informative."

Karen, MO

"Great seminar. Very timely topic"

Jill, CA

"Thank you! Very inspirational."

Lawrence, IL

"Great introductory overview"

Evangelos, NY

"Helpful and enjoyable!"

vanessa, TX

"everything was helpful"

Marietta McWhorter (General Motors)

"I enjoyed this seminar and learning about surviving vs. thriving. Great tips for looking at things from a brighter perspective"

Julie Young (FSA)

"This webinar was very effective and helpful in keeping one's focused. Thank you."

ALLEN BLEICK (A. ALLEN & ASSOC)

"It was helpful to a point and maybe I am making it more complicated than it is."

Bert Wailoo (KeanUniversity of New Jersey)

"Excellent presentation. Great preparation and practical examples."

Robert Knueven (Robert J Knueven ,cpa)

"GREAT SUBJECT MATTER AND GREAT PRESENTER"

Steven Benson (Philadelphia Dept. of Public Health)

"No testimonials at this time."

Heidi, NJ

"A useful approach was presented. Thanks."

Thomas, OH

"Webinar was well presented and on-target."

Alan, FL

"Provided great life experiences"

Ronald, PA

"Very interesting topic."

BEYOND SURVIVING: HOW TO CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT OUT OF THE LIFE YOU HAVE

Stepp Sydnor

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