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Webinar

The Power of "Why"

Friday, April 25, 2025
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Central
3 CPE (3 non-technical)

Course code: 25WC-0042
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Today's business leaders need to understand more than simply the financial impact of operations. They need to understand why these outcomes occur. Only by understanding the causes can you develop the appropriate actions for improved results. Learn how to get to the bottom of your financial performance. Discover how to use the "5 Whys Method" of root cause identification. Explore how to use these root causes in creating actionable reports. Successful financial managers know how to "Connect the Dots." Put the "Power of Why" in your analytical toolbox! Start connecting today!

Major subjects

  • The importance of "Why"
  • Linking cause and effect
  • Keeping Freddy P. Softy away from your door
  • The 5-15 Report
  • The Doorway to Creativity
  • Why Leadership and Personal Growth
  • Three cases

Learning objectives

  • Recognize the negative impact of the Wall of Blind Acceptance
  • Identify the Causality Connection
  • Recognize the power of the 5-15 Report

Who should take this program?

  • CPAs and financial professionals.

Pricing

Standard Member Fee $129.00
checkmark Standard Nonmember Fee $169.00

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More program information

Instructor William O'Brien, MBA, CPA
Location Online
Area
of study
Personal development
Field(s)
of study
Business Management & Organization - Non-Technical (3.0)
Level Basic
Format Group Internet Based
Sponsor CalCPA Education Foundation
NASBA ID#: 104822
Prerequisites Prereq. None
Advance
prep
None
Cancellation
policy
Receive a full refund if you cancel at least four business days before the event start date.
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