accounting influencers

5 ways to stay ahead of the ai curve | accounting influencers

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automation isn’t replacing accountants—it’s exposing who can’t evolve.

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accounting influencers
with rob brown

artificial intelligence isn’t a future disruptor—it’s already embedded in accounting. the profession’s survival depends on how quickly firms adapt.

“the robots are coming—scratch that—they’re already here,” says accounting influencers host rob brown. “ai literacy isn’t optional anymore. if you’re treating ai as tomorrow’s problem, you’re already behind the curve.”

the latest episode explores the seismic impact of automation on accounting and the urgent need for firms to transform their skills, strategies, and structures.

citing a mckinsey report, brown notes that nearly 80% of organizations already use ai in at least one core function. “it’s pervasive now,” he says. “reconciliation, data entry, transaction classification—ai eats those jobs for breakfast.”

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how to fix the broken education systems | accounting influencers

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“the classroom is no longer a pipeline for work-ready professionals.”

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accounting influencers
with rob brown

today’s accounting leaders are facing an alarming truth: the next generation of recruits may be the least “work-ready” in decades.

they know their algebra, their shakespeare, and their chemistry formulas—but not how to introduce themselves in a job interview, meet a deadline, or handle feedback. that’s the provocative premise explored in the latest episode of accounting influencers podcast, where host rob brown tackles the widening gap between what schools teach and what firms need.

“the classroom is no longer a pipeline for work-ready professionals,” brown warns. “and accounting firms are starting to feel the pain.”

brown, a former high school math teacher, speaks from experience. he spent years coaching students to pass tests—not preparing them for the real world. “the curriculum is built for exams, not for the workplace,” he says. “no one’s teaching children how to build trust, handle tough feedback, or develop emotional intelligence.”

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toxic partners kill your firm’s future | accounting influencers

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gen z won’t fix your firm culture problem – they’ll leave it.

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accounting influencers
with rob brown

when the youngest professionals in accounting start saying “no,” leaders should start listening.

in this episode of accounting influencers, the conversation turns to the one thing that could make or break your firm’s future: how you treat your people, specifically, how you treat gen z.

they’re qualified. they’re confident. and they’ve watched what the generations before them endured—burnout, long hours, micromanagement, and “be grateful you’ve got a job” culture. their conclusion? “no thanks.”

this isn’t softness. it’s a strategy.

gen z values mental health over martyrdom, meaning over money, and culture over compensation. they’ve seen the toll that toxic leadership takes, and they’re unwilling to sacrifice well-being for tradition.

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don’t let ai sound smarter than you | accounting influencers

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keep your own voice in charge.

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accounting influencers
with rob brown

in the race to stay relevant in accounting, artificial intelligence has emerged as both a powerful accelerator and a quiet threat. in this episode of the accounting influencers podcast, the conversation dives deep into how accountants can harness ai to amplify their visibility and credibility—without losing their authenticity.

ai tools like chatgpt, copilot, and jasper have made it easier than ever for professionals to create content that showcases their expertise. need a linkedin post, a client email, or a blog idea? you can generate it in seconds. but speed comes with a price. the danger, as host rob brown notes, is mistaking efficiency for originality.

“ai is fast. ai is smart. but ai has no soul,” says brown. “it’s never sat with a client in crisis or led a team through busy season. it hasn’t lived your story.”

the temptation to let ai speak for you is understandable. accountants are busy, and content creation can feel daunting. yet, when ai-generated posts sound polished but generic, professionals risk blending into the background. the very tool designed to help them stand out could make them indistinguishable.

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stay or go? rethink job hopping | accounting influencers

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is the next big opportunity across the street…or right where you already are?

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accounting influencers
with rob brown

post-pandemic, accounting professionals saw record pay increases just for changing employers.

however, as economic conditions tighten and median pay raises for job switchers fall from roughly 7% to just over 4%, the calculus is changing. the latest episode of the accounting influencers explores this new reality, urging professionals to look beyond paychecks and consider the broader picture of career satisfaction.

during the great resignation, switching jobs was practically risk-free. firms desperate for talent offered 15–20% salary hikes to fill open seats. today, however, that market has cooled. with inflation steadying and corporate budgets tightening, job hopping no longer guarantees the big payouts it once did.

as host rob brown explains, “the financial upside of switching jobs has narrowed, but the emotional and professional costs of moving may be higher than ever.”

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