CA V Pattabhi Ram on Teaching, Writing, and Innovating in the Accounting World | Coffee with CA

Welcome to Coffee with CA! In this episode, we sit down with the renowned chartered accountant, CA V Pattabhi Ram, whose remarkable journey spans corporate life, entrepreneurship, teaching, and even writing books.

Join us for a candid conversation where CA V Pattabhi Ram shares insights into:
- The surprising path that led him to a career in accounting (it wasn’t engineering or medicine!).
- Why he chose to turn down job offers from top companies to build his own firm.
- How he simplifies complex accounting concepts for students.
- His thoughts on how AI is reshaping the future of accounting (and why it’s an exciting time for accountants).
- The lessons he’s learned along the way and how he’s leaving a legacy behind with his books.

Whether you're an aspiring CA, a finance professional, or someone interested in how AI is transforming accounting, this episode is packed with valuable insights from one of the industry's leading experts!

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and expert advice from the world of chartered accountancy. If you're passionate about accounting or want to stay ahead in your career, this is the place for you!

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Host: Geena Bharwani, Zoho

0:00 - Introduction
0:34 - Why I chose accounting over engineering and medicine
1:06 - The journey to becoming a chartered accountant
1:13 - Starting my career in consulting
2:02 - The role of articleship in my preparation
3:41 - Transitioning to practice: From consulting to running my own firm
4:02 - The accidental teacher
4:46 - My first teaching experience
6:04 - Simplifying marginal costing with real-world examples
8:01 - Overcoming challenges in writing and teaching
9:13 - Writing books and finding momentum
9:58 - Writing and publishing books for the accounting community
15:11 - How AI is changing the future of work and accounting
15:56 - Embracing the AI revolution in accounting
16:51 - AI as an enabler for creativity and efficiency
17:04 - AI and writing
20:06 - The best time to learn and teach with AI
23:00 - The legacy I want to leave through writing
25:00 - Balancing work, life, and passion
25:28 - What keeps me going: Passion and enjoyment in work
30:03 - The power of perspective
32:00 - The legacy you want to leave behind

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