Our Professional Journey
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EVELYN A. BROWNAGA NATIONAL PRESIDENT
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Introductions
Background Evelyn A Brown Association of Government Accountants
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Paths to successVisionMissionGoalsObjectives
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What are some of the avenues to success?
Education
Training through job rotation or details to other organizations
Professional designations
Networking
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Affiliations, executive search, and job opportunities
Periodic evaluation
External assessment Peer review Supervisory review Mentoring benefits
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External interactions
Learn enough to volunteer for central financial agencies’ task forces
Become familiar with USSGL, FASAB, Treasury, OMB, former JFMIP, GSA, OPM standards for core competencies
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External interactions continued
Find opportunities and exposure for learning and knowledge sharing outside your normal realm
Don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions
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Extracurricular activities Speaking Writing Serving on committees and boards Community service Mentoring and cross-training
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How do you tell your story?Using a biographyUsing a resumeUsing a Curriculum Vitae
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Ethics
Webster’s Dictionary defines Ethics as “Discipline dealing with what is good and bad, with moral duty and obligation”.
What is the impact on you? Ethical considerationsWhere do you go for help
Supervisor Employer’s ethics office Inspector General GAO Office of Government Ethics (OGE)
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Ethics continuedThe problems we have had in the profession have
not been due to a lack of technical knowledge.
Inadequate emphasis on ethics; it is personal.
Ethics apply both on the job and off. Be careful where you go. Choose your venues and your associates carefully
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In conclusion,Respect, trust, partnership building, realistic
expectations and time investment will help you along the way.
Forget the notion of “instant gratification” and short cuts to nowhere.
Hard work, determination and perseverance will pay off.
Seize the moment; opportunity may only knock once.
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