What separates professionals who advance from those who wait? Dave McGuire and Kylie Ewing discuss career ownership, goal setting, accountability, and the habits that drive long-term success.
Join us for a technical, post–tax season webinar focused on the legislative developments and planning implications emerging from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and related IRS guidance.
Growth doesn’t always come from new clients. In this episode, Tim LeMasters and Alex Wilson break down how CPA firms can uncover hidden opportunities within their existing client base using specialty tax strategies.
The CBP portal is open for IEEPA tariff refunds. See eligibility, Importer of Record requirements, what information you need, and how McGuire Sponsel can help.
What did tax season reveal—and what should CPAs do next? Explore specialty tax opportunities, key deadlines, and planning strategies shaping 2026.
In her latest piece in Forbes, Kelsey Brewer, MBA, shares leadership succession insights, exploring how accounting firms can communicate transitions to reinforce trust, stability, and strategy.
Cassie Neatherly has joined McGuire Sponsel as a Relationship Manager within our Alliance Network, further strengthening our firm’s commitment to supporting CPA firms and their clients through collaborative, relationship-driven service.
In this season finale, host TJ Sponsel is joined by co-host Tim LeMasters to discuss the significant changes in the CPA industry throughout 2025.
Host TJ Sponsel and guest Kiley Ewing discuss why teams filled with talented individuals often underperform and how a focus on behavioral data, resilience, and accountability can transform a team’s performance.
Host Jerry Hammel, CPA, and guest Arty Brieden from Seidel Schroeder discuss leading a modern CPA firm.
From Effort to Outcomes: Taking Ownership of Your Career
What does it really mean to take ownership of your career?
In this episode of Let’s Talk Tax, host Dave McGuire sits down with McGuire Sponsel’s Chief People Officer, Kiley Ewing, to discuss how professionals can create meaningful career growth through intentional effort, personal accountability, and a clear vision for the future.
Rather than waiting for promotions, opportunities, or recognition to arrive, Kiley explains why successful career development starts with understanding your purpose, setting goals, building productive habits, and taking responsibility for your own outcomes.
The conversation explores the three drivers of purpose—play, purpose, and potential—and how these motivations influence professional growth throughout different stages of a career. Dave and Kiley also discuss emotional regulation, leadership development, accountability, mentorship, and the role habits play in creating long-term success.
Whether you’re an emerging professional looking to accelerate your career or a leader focused on developing high-performing teams, this episode offers practical insights for building a stronger career growth mindset.
Key topics discussed include:
• Career ownership and personal accountability
• Why outcomes are earned, not given
• Finding purpose through play, purpose, and potential
• Building habits that support professional growth
• Journaling, reflection, and goal setting
• Weekly and daily “Big Three” priorities
• Leadership’s role in developing employees
• Creating accountability through culture and mentorship
• Handling setbacks, pivots, and career challenges
• Investing in people and professional development
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