"I can do it myself"- sometimes a costly mistake
I have always done my own taxes. Having an engineering background enables me to work on complicated tasks without panicking or being overwhelmed.
The math for taxes is actually very easy so I do not understand what the freaking out it. BUT even I had to draw the line this year and get some help.
Last year was a transition year in many ways. Having lived in Indiana, worked several places, and then moved to Texas, created challenges. Getting professional help was worth gold. Someone that is an expert in a subject that can provide guidance can be very helpful. It is not shameful to ask for help. As a matter of fact, we should welcome and at times seek help.
As a professor, I always look forward to training sessions. Most things I can teach myself BUT going somewhere and making that committment saves me a lot of time trying to "figure" it out. I easily cut my learning time to one forth of what it would take me to learn it on my own.
Today's question is:
"How do you know when you need help?"
I have always done my own taxes. Having an engineering background enables me to work on complicated tasks without panicking or being overwhelmed.
The math for taxes is actually very easy so I do not understand what the freaking out it. BUT even I had to draw the line this year and get some help.
Last year was a transition year in many ways. Having lived in Indiana, worked several places, and then moved to Texas, created challenges. Getting professional help was worth gold. Someone that is an expert in a subject that can provide guidance can be very helpful. It is not shameful to ask for help. As a matter of fact, we should welcome and at times seek help.
As a professor, I always look forward to training sessions. Most things I can teach myself BUT going somewhere and making that committment saves me a lot of time trying to "figure" it out. I easily cut my learning time to one forth of what it would take me to learn it on my own.
Today's question is:
"How do you know when you need help?"
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