Sometimes I'm really worried I don't know what I'm doing with my life. I am in risk assurance and have my CISA. Thinking about CIA for next cert but honestly have no idea what's after B4. Help??

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It's okay to not know.. we think too much about what's happening next but don't really live in the moment. You'll be fine no matter what road you'll take next!

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Focus on getting on good projects. Certifications are overrated by many people. I think if you look at future employers or even staying at the firm - the experiences you have are a lot more important than a certification. Which projects are you working on now that you'd put on your resume? If nothing is really notable or you don't have a lot of leadership responsibility then get on better projects.

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I don't have a CPA and that really makes me insecure sometimes. Have a failed? Should I change my career path? My parents think I should be in HR but I'm 2 years into IT auditing and have a good shot at getting early promoted this fall.

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Unless you want to do internal audit I wouldn't bother with a CIA

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Forget about certifications and enjoy your life! You already have the CISA. The rest comes with experience. Just continue what you are doing at B4.

Seek help. In your current state you will never be happy.

What do you mean pwc3?

Risk assurance director- what other certs are good to get??

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