1) I got lazy
Explanation: After passing FAR and BEC in the same window, I got cocky. I let myself relax, since I already had what it takes to pass this exam.
Why this failed: I kept putting off my exam dates to the next window and lost that sense of urgency to finish the CPA exam.
How I fixed it: In May, I looked at my calendar and realized my FAR & BEC credits expire in November.
2) I used Yaeger AUD lectures
Explanation: Yaeger AUD lectures are terrible.
Why this failed: The lectures are boring and put me to sleep.
How I fixed it: See #3 below.
3) I memorized practiced questions
Explanation: I could easily recognize keywords and associate them with other keywords. So instead of learning and understanding practice questions, I memorized answers.
Why this failed: I could easily be tripped up by the detailed wording of questions and double negative answer choices.
How I fixed it: I used the Roger lectures for understanding and relating concepts. The mnemonics in the Roger CPA review book helped with organizing and memorizing long lists of information.
