Debating Accounting's Future: Global Expert Views!

[@Greg_Chase]

A challenge for the pace of change is - a firm with 30 SMB clients submitting a 'box of receipts' or equivalent. There are fans in accounting to digitize as much as possible, or everything. But SMB clients, struggling with their own 'employee satisfaction' issues and the burden to sustain a healthy business - won't digitize everything too quickly, or adopt new tech. Jody mentioned this at time 22:20: "About 2% of accounting practitioners are cutting-edge innovators" A possible way to handle this challenge is to set expectations about the pace of change. An analogy might be adoption of all-electric vehicles. There is a fanbase to be sure. But overnight adoption by everyone is probably unrealistic.

[@jorgefigueroa2231]

Currently in school and worried about my future prospects...

[@accountinginfluencers]

The world will open up to good accountants who embrace new skills and technology!

[@Flaps42069]

I’m 35, no college education. Currently working a blue collar job. I’ve been considering getting an accounting degree. Seeing as there is good job stability, low unemployment, as well as potentially lucrative salaries. Accounting seems fairly attractive. What attitude do employers have towards people entering the profession a little later in life?

[@helpthe1turtle664]

Accounting is a skills based profession. Getting your certifications, licenses, and transferable experiences will significantly increase your value over age.

[@user-fs8tl7ni1w]

Chase, take your hat off. Be a professional! It’s not all about you. You’re representing a profession.