today’s students want more than titles. here’s how to respond.
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accounting arc
with arpan grewal and harshita multani
center for accounting transformation
accounting arc: student-led conversations isn’t just another student podcast—it’s a cross-generational wake-up call.
in this episode, business students arpan grewal and harshita multani, both interns for the center for accounting transformation, lead a powerful dialogue with texlin usher quinney, cpa, pmp, ph.d., and byron patrick, cpa.citp, cgma. their topic? the flawed premise of “finding your passion.”
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“my daughter thought her first job out of college had to be her passion,” explains patrick, ceo of verifyiq and co-founder and educator for tb academy. “but passion isn’t a one-time decision—it’s an evolution.”
that reframing hits home for grewal and multani, who admit to once dreaming of wildly different careers. “we grew up with barbie being everything—doctor, astronaut, president,” says grewal. “so why should we pick just one thing?”
dr. quinney, vice president and controller for electricom, llc, brings another dimension, emphasizing that passion should stem from core values, not job titles. “whether innate or developed, passion requires discovery—and community support.”
but the conversation goes deeper. the group explores how young professionals can build “inner and outer circles” of support, overcome fear of asking for help, and learn to identify both what energizes and what drains them.
“i’ve had people i love hanging out with,” says patrick, “but who just suck the energy out of you when it comes to career conversations. you need to protect your inner circle.”
with personal anecdotes, real vulnerability, and practical wisdom, this conversation bridges generational divides and dismantles outdated narratives. it also sends a clear message to employers: the next wave of professionals doesn’t want cookie-cutter careers—they want possibility, flexibility, and truth.
10 key takeaways
- passion evolves—it’s not fixed.
- gen z is redefining career success through flexibility and multi-hyphenate identities.
- inner and outer circles are critical for personal and professional growth.
- support systems and accountability communities matter deeply.
- students need more than access—they need activation.
- the environment plays a major role in a student’s ability to thrive.
- learning what you dislike is just as valuable as finding your passion.
- early career decisions don’t determine your future.
- college should be viewed as skill-building—not just content absorption.
- employers and educators must humanize and support individual journeys.