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Professionalism is the Way
Your career goal should be to develop as a business professional specializing in accounting, not as an accountant- There’s a big difference. Today, there’s a vast opportunity to raise the standard in accounting and finance to improve the lives of individuals and the vigor of our organizations.
Accounting knowledge is simply the table stakes.
We all know yesterday’s knowledge and skills won’t always solve tomorrow’s problems, so we must adapt and prioritize building a robust, valuable, and sustainable career.
Well, how do we do that? Professionalism is the way.
Those who understand how all the pieces fit together will thrive. Those who put the habits and training in place to adopt a holistic view of their work and workplace will lead tomorrow. Those who practice continuous learning, borrow best practices, understand what great looks like go far in their careers.
Everything you do to be professional in what you do will make you better. Modern organizations are run in a way where centralized training programs rarely exist. Technology quickly advances, and much work involves various skills that take time, effort, and investment to earn.
