# Stop Chasing Titles, Build a Career That Matters: A CAO’s Advice on Long-Term Success

By Troy Ashby · Published 2026-03-10 · Updated 2026-06-26 · Business Services on MarketScale
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> Vaquero Midstream EVP and CAO Sandra Fendley on why great work, mentorship, and curiosity build a more rewarding career than chasing titles.

## Key points

- Focus on delivering great work rather than just acquiring titles.
- Mentorship is a critical component for career development.
- Curiosity leads to continuous improvement and long-term success.

On this episode of Beyond the Ledger, host Troy Ashby talks with a leader shaping accounting and finance. Watch the full conversation above.

Sandra Fendley, Executive Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer at Vaquero Midstream, joins Beyond the Ledger to discuss how prioritizing great work, mentorship, and curiosity can shape a more rewarding accounting career than chasing titles.

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