{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Season 3 Episode 10: Beyond the Score: Mindset Shifts for CPA Exam Success","description":"In this episode, we explore what really happens behind the scenes of the CPA Exam -- from the psychological toll of testing to the power of reframing a non\u2011passing score as a \u201cpractice test.\u201d Our guest speaker shares her own early setbacks, the realities of a demanding academic journey, and the practical study techniques that helped her return with confidence. Whether you\u2019re gearing up for your first section or regrouping after a tough score, this conversation offers encouragement, clarity, and actionable tips to help you keep moving forward, stronger.   This episode is hosted by Lindsey Yopp (Senior Manager CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Megan Lewczyk (CEO and Founder of Megan D. Lewczyk, CPA LLC and Adjunct Instructor at Keystone College). For additional resources: STUDENTS Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.  First time signing up? Be sure to select \u201cNext Stop: CPA Podcast\u201d under the \u201cI was referred by\u201d question when completing your student membership application form. Returning student members can simply sign in to register for any new or on-demand webinars and applicable scholarships! Check out AICPA student webinars here. Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.  CANDIDATES Register for AICPA new candidate membership here. Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here. Get a head start with our AICPA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.  2026 Listener Survey ","author_name":"Next Stop: CPA","author_url":"https:\/\/nextstopcpa.libsyn.com\/nsc","html":"