why i let go of my chartered accountant (CA) qualification | honest reflections & tips

This year, I made the decision to let go of my Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification — after holding it for over 5 years.

It wasn’t something I did lightly. It took me a while to have the courage to let it go… because when you’ve poured years of study, money, and identity into something, it’s hard to let it go just like that.

But I realised that just because something once served you, doesn’t mean it always will. And that’s okay.

In this video, I’m sharing my story — why I made this choice, what the turning points were, and some thoughts that helped me through the process. If you’re considering letting go of a qualification or part of your professional identity, I hope this helps you feel less alone! 🫶🏻

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⏱️ // Timestamps //
0:00 - Intro
0:59 - What this video will cover
1:31 - How I became a Chartered Accountant (CA) & my journey
5:51 - Why I let it go, reason 1: Pivoted careers from Accounting/Audit to Operational Line 1 Risk Management
9:47 - Why I let it go, reason 2: CPD hours & membership fees up to $1k
11:56 - Was it a difficult decision?
12:30 - Was it a difficult decision, reason 1: Difficult getting it back
14:09 - Was it a difficult decision, reason 2: Family expectations
16:48 - Was it a difficult decision, reason 3: Fear of letting go
18:36 - Tip 1
19:51 - Tip 2
20:43 - Tip 3
21:38 - If you work in accounting/audit...
22:11 - Outro

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⚠️ Disclaimer
This video is for education and entertainment purposes only and is not financial advice. Please do your own research or speak to a qualified advisor before making financial decisions.