What kinds of people succeed as CPAs?

I believe a person who is detailed-oriented, has the ability to communicate with all different types of people, even-keeled, thick-skinned, patient and a problem solver.
Tami Bensky, CPA, Myers & Stauffer

Those who do well in this business are people persons with common sense. By "people person," I mean someone who can listen and understand and interpret. By "common sense," I mean someone who can "figure it out" and recognize when something doesn't smell right.
Corinne Bradac, CPA

Articulate, good communicators, fast thinkers, solid and general knowledge, well organized, and able to understand and address many perspectives / kinds of people.
Donald Hough, CPA, LJT & Associates

Intelligent, hard-working, friendly, flexible, discplined, diverse.
Peter Laanisto, CPA, Marriott International

People who can take initiative to get things done on their own to reach deadlines or handle emergencies. People who learn from their mistakes. People who are personable and can build good rapport with clients and co-workers.
Jeffrey Lawson, CPA, Stoy Malone & Company