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The Future of Accounting: AI Tools and Economic Indicators

This chapter humorously explores the transformative potential of AI in the accounting industry through the lens of a fictional tool called Forvis. It also touches on signs of a recession, enriched by personal anecdotes from the Great Recession, and features an advertisement for the RoboDebit app that automates routine accounting tasks.

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Could AI be doing a day's work in just minutes for accountants? In this episode, Blake and David explore how accounting technology is revolutionizing traditional workflows, from Xero's new AI protocol that connects chatbots directly to accounting data, to Google's game-changing "I" function in Sheets that lets you analyze data with natural language. You'll discover why deep research tools might replace entire teams of analysts and why revealing your AI usage might actually hurt your professional reputation. Plus, hear about unusual recession indicators (men's underwear sales are down!), what Americans consider financial success versus reality, and why accountants everywhere are buzzing about Baker Tilly's merger with Moss Adams. Whether you're curious about automating journal entries or simply wondering if you should disclose your AI wizardry, this episode delivers practical insights for the modern finance professional.

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