Guy Pearson: Saying No to Partnership, Building Ignition and Starting a Firm in 2026 | Part 1

Proudly brought to you by Ignition who we both love and use in our businesses to automate proposals and streamline invoicing - https://ignitionapp.info/accountants-... In this episode, Nat and Sarah welcome Guy Pearson, co-founder and Executive Chairman of Ignition, into the studio for part one of a two-part conversation. Guy shares his career story, from becoming a tax agent at 25 to saying no to partnership and launching his own firm, then the origin of Ignition on the back of a beer coaster. They also get his take on where AI is taking the profession, pricing and client communication, and what he would do if he started a firm in 2026. Follow, subscribe and share with an accountant who needs a space where the real conversations happen. ☕️ Send us your accounting industry tea and how you are using AI in your firm - hello@accountantsafterhours.com.au or DM on socials. 🔗 Episode links: Guy Pearson on LinkedIn:   / guypearson1   💬 Join in on the conversation: ➡ Follow us on Instagram (it's where we have the most fun):   / accountantsafterhours   ➡ Like us on Facebook:   / accountantsafterhours   ➡ Follow us on LinkedIn:   / accountantsafterhours   ➡ Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify All content on this channel is the property of Accounting Sisters Pty Ltd. It must not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used in any form without prior written permission. Unauthorised use of this content is strictly prohibited. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is general information only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. Listeners should seek their own professional advice and conduct their own due diligence before acting on any information discussed. #AccountingPodcast #AIinAccounting #AccountingTechnology #FutureOfAccounting #AccountantsAndBookkeepers