Summary

In this conversation, Captain Kelli Doorne-Millott and Sam Conniff discuss the concept of Accounting Pirates and the inspiration behind the brand. They explore the importance of breaking rules and overcoming limiting factors in order to create positive change. They also discuss the power of being audacious and giving oneself permission to do more. The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating uncertainty and embracing the unknown. They highlight the need to understand oneself and live within one's zone of genius. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of Accounting Pirates and the project on uncertainty and increasing tolerance. In this conversation, Sam discusses the concept of uncertainty and how it can be navigated effectively. He introduces the Uncertainty Experts program and shares insights from Construal Theory. The importance of balancing practicality and purpose is emphasized, along with the value of breaking down goals into manageable steps. Sam also highlights the need for small steps when navigating the unknown. Finally, the conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion on the sexiest thing about accountants and a call to action for listeners to explore Uncertainty Experts.

Takeaways

Uncertainty can be effectively navigated through programs like Uncertainty Experts.
Construal Theory helps in balancing practicality and purpose.
Breaking down goals into manageable steps increases motivation and achievement.
Small steps are essential when navigating the unknown.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Accounting Pirates and the Inspiration Behind the Brand
01:14 Breaking Rules and Overcoming Limiting Factors
03:04 The Permission to Do More
04:19 Challenging the Status Quo and Making Positive Change
06:12 The Power of Being Audacious
08:28 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone and Embracing Change
10:16 Finding the Balance Between Confidence and Being a Dick
11:34 Being Bold and Practicing Self-Compassion
12:58 Discovering Oneself and Overcoming Fear
13:09 Lessons Learned from Writing the Book
15:28 Understanding Personal Limits and Living within One's Zone of Genius
16:09 Navigating Uncertainty and Embracing the Unknown
20:15 The Rise of Pirates and Building a Supportive Community
23:01 The Future of Accounting Pirates and Be More Pirates
25:54 Dealing with Uncertainty in the Accounting Industry
26:09 The Importance of Increasing Tolerance for Uncertainty
30:57 The Project on Uncertainty and Increasing Tolerance
34:12 Understanding the Paradox of Uncertainty and Embracing Intuition
36:17 Knowing Oneself and Embracing Paradoxes
38:45 Living with Purpose and Navigating Towards Personal Goals
38:57 Uncertainty Experts and Construal Theory
40:17 Balancing Practicality and Purpose
41:26 Breaking Down Goals into Manageable Steps
42:08 Navigating the Unknown with Small Steps
42:19 The Sexiest Thing About Accountants
43:12 Summary and Call to Action

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