We're once again joined by Pascal Finnette, co-founder and chief heretic of be radical. Be radical is a guiding force for organizations seeking to restructure in anticipation of future challenges, and it inspires individuals to evolve into leaders prepared for the demands of tomorrow's world. I've engaged in numerous discussions with Pascal about shifting mindsets and embracing disruption. In this episode, we delve deeper into the realm of artificial intelligence, seamlessly continuing our exploration from the previous episode featuring Don Tomoff on how CPAs can initiate their journey with A.I.
Pascal recently delivered a thought-provoking address at the digital CPA conference, asserting, "Companies and individuals leveraging A.I. won't just outperform those who refrain from its use; they will exponentially surpass them." Similar sentiments have echoed lately, urging us to harness the power of A.I. to our professional advantage. The expectations surrounding the transformative impact of this technology on our work, lives, and the world are immense.
While most c-suite executives anticipate cost savings this year through A.I.'s contributions to increased productivity, streamlined operations, improved customer service, and enhanced I.T., it's essential to recognize that A.I. cannot entirely replace human expertise in addressing the intricacies of tax and financial assessment problems. Many of the cutting-edge technologies developed by vendors are still works in progress.
Despite ongoing refinement needs, the utilization and potential of A.I. are experiencing rapid growth, making it an undeniable game changer. In my conversation with Pascal, we explore how A.I. has already reshaped our work and lifestyles. We discuss the challenge of regulating A.I., the first steps CPAs should consider when integrating A.I. into their business, and focus on what isn't going to change.
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152. Pandemic PFP: The impact on clients and practitioners
151. Tragedy’s silver lining, with Lee Frederiksen
150. People, pipeline, pandemic: A view from the top
149. Anirban Basu and the Chamber of Data
148. Should you make the move to .cpa? With Chris Cromer
147. The future of finance in Maryland, with Lexy Kessler
146. The pitfalls and potential of working from home, with Kassi Rushing
145. The CAS mindset, with Hitendra Patil
144. Bending curves and building careers, with David Nour
143. Accounting's future starts now, with Donny Shimamoto
142. Tax pros are people too, with Kelly Phillips Erb
141. The ties that bind are people, with Andrew Codd
140. As leaders, women rule, with Jacquelyn Tracy and Jessica McClain
139. The anticipation advantage, with Amy Zalman
138. The path to excellence is 'extreme humanism' | with Tom Peters
137. Inclusion: Race, gender, and generations, with Kimberly Ellison-Taylor
136. Finance's strategic evolution | with Jennifer Elder
135. Finding energy, restoring balance | with Greg Conderacci
134. The personal impact of change | with Karl Ahlrichs
133. Saving your financial future | with Rachel Richards
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