The AAT podcasts for members and students
Our monthly podcasts are designed to empower and support you as you build your career in finance.
Through honest discussion, episodes bring together voices from across the AAT community and wider to share experiences, challenges, and practical advice you can actually follow.
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Episode 3: Building trust
Balancing ambition
From being transparent and following through on commitments to handling difficult conversations well, small behaviours can have a big impact on how colleagues and others see us.
In the latest episode of Balancing ambition, our expert guests discuss how finance professionals can strengthen trust, improve working relationships and create better outcomes for the people they work with.
Balancing ambition for students
From communicating clearly and following through on what you say, to owning mistakes and treating others with respect, trust is built through everyday actions.
In the latest episode of Balancing ambition for students, our expert guests explore how students and early-career professionals can build strong relationships with colleagues, work better with others and develop a reputation people can rely on.
After you listen ...
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AAT members
Hear from industry experts and inspiring professionals as they share practical advice, fresh perspectives and experiences to help support your career development.
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What employers really want from entry-level accountants
Available in October.
Everyone talks about the skills gap in accounting, but many aspiring finance professionals would argue that the bigger challenge is gaining experience in the first place.
Join Zoe and our guests as they explore what employers are really looking for in today’s entry-level candidates, how expectations are evolving, and practical steps students and early-career accountants can take to build the skills and experience that matter most.
Meet our host: Zoe Smith
With over 18 years of experience in the education sector, Zoe truly understands the ins and outs of the community. Since joining AAT in 2020, her focus has been on working closely with members, students, and key partners. Zoe is passionate about listening to audience insights, supporting strategic goals, and bringing feedback back to AAT to help shape and improve the products and services that support the wider community every day.
“We've got some brilliant guests lined up and I’m looking forward to sharing their insights with our listeners."
