Episode 179 - Change Is the Environment - The Woodard Report Podcast

On this episode of the Woodard Report podcast, Joe and Heather speak about Microsoft's latest quantum computing and AI developments, and what those shifts could mean for accounting professionals. They also connect lessons from TV, April Rinne's book Flux, and Donna Reed's article on client conversations to the importance of adaptability, empathy, and intentional decision-making in advisory work.

Current events —

Microsoft's New Quantum Chip Aiming for Useful Machine in 2029 Microsoft Build 2026: Be yourself at work TV/Movie quote of the week —

The Boroughs House of the Dragon Excellent Thing We Learned —

Insert live valuations of stocks, currency or geographical information right in Excel Change Is Not an Event—It's the Environment (from April Rinne's book, Flux) Member spotlight —

Connect with Diane Dana on LinkedIn The Woodard Report article of the week —

The Quiet Question that Improves Every Client Conversation

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