Accountant and business leader David E. Plunkett is calling for a broader view of success — one that goes beyond titles and profit margins to include resilience, balance, and the small, daily wins that keep people grounded.
“Success without balance is just another kind of failure,” says Plunkett, who has spent over three decades in corporate finance and tax services. “I used to think it was all about the next promotion. Now I know the most important wins are often the quiet ones.”
His reflections come at a time when work-related stress is at record highs. The American Psychological Association reports that 77% of people regularly experience physical symptoms of stress, and burnout rates are climbing, especially among professionals balancing careers and family.
Plunkett’s advice is practical. He keeps what he calls a ‘three wins journal’ each day. “It could be solving a tax issue, helping a client understand their situation, or fixing a fence on the farm,” he explains. “It keeps me focused on progress instead of problems.”
He also stresses the value of honesty in the face of setbacks. “I once missed a major filing deadline. I admitted it, fixed it, and the client stayed with me because I was honest. Mistakes don’t ruin relationships. Hiding them does.”
Plunkett encourages people to redefine success for themselves by focusing on small, steady wins. “Write down three wins at the end of each day,” he says. “You’ll see progress in ways that don’t always show up on a balance sheet.”.
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About David E. Plunkett
David E. Plunkett is a Massachusetts-based business owner with more than 30 years of experience in corporate finance and tax services. He is co-founder of Miasserian & Plunkett LLC and owner of MPS Tax Services Inc. Beyond his professional work, he is a dedicated community volunteer, fundraiser for breast cancer research, and advocate for redefining success through balance, resilience, and daily wins.
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