Dilemma - "Should I Stay or Leave Public Accounting?"

Public accounting is intense and many professionals are questioning whether they should stay. In this episode Rob Brown breaks down the real reasons people want to leave public accounting and the key differences between the profession and the environment. You will learn how to assess burnout learning and the future of your career. This episode gives you a clear framework for deciding whether to stay in public accounting or move into industry or finance with confidence.


CHAPTERS
00:00 The question everyone is asking
02:00 Why public accounting feels overwhelming
05:30 The difference between accounting and public accounting
08:10 Five questions to guide your decision
12:00 How to stay in public accounting with intention
16:00 How to leave without burning bridges
19:00 A positive future in accounting


KEY TAKEAWAYS
Public accounting and accounting are not the same
Leaving public accounting is not leaving the profession
Burnout and boredom need different responses
Environment shapes success more than technical skill
Accounting remains a strong and flexible career path

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The Accounting Voices Podcast serves accounting firm leaders, managers and partners looking to build their executive presence, influence and credibility both internally and externally. Host Rob Brown delivers insights to help professionals strengthen their personal brand, stay informed about industry changes and navigate disruptive forces affecting accounting business models and trends. Check out the show on your preferred podcast app or platform, or go to the Accounting Voices YouTube channel for all of the episodes in video format -    / @accountingvoices  

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