Lead the Way: The 21st Acpapp national convention

THE roller coaster ride we are in during this pandemic has had us experiencing a variety of emotions - uncertainty, anxiety, grief, fear and loneliness, among others - but it has also taught us gratitude for what we have, appreciation for other people and awareness that we are all living on borrowed time.

As accountants and business professionals, the role we play is that of "economic frontliners." We may not be clad in professional protective equipment and in hospitals saving lives but we carry on with our task to help keep the economy afloat. However, the health crisis has increased the complexity surrounding accounting and accountability of organizations. There was a sudden shift of work from in-person to virtual platforms and many of us are still adjusting. Though luckier than those who have no means to work from home, we experienced our own share of challenges in adapting to the new normal - some have experienced burnout, confusion and a general lack of fulfillment. But as in so many occasions when accountants get tired, we do not give up. We just need that extra cup of coffee, that extra hour of sleep and some inspiration to remind us again why we do what we do and why it is important that we keep fulfilling our responsibilities.