Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, was less than a week into his tenure as AICPA & CIMA CEO when he joined the Journal of Accountancy podcast for a two-part conversation.

In part one, published Thursday, Koziel discussed wanting to hear from members about their challenges and success stories. In part two, he talks about how accountants can work with artificial intelligence tools, why he initially was interested in pursuing work with the FBI, and the value he sees in a hybrid work environment for some firms.

Koziel has invited members to send email to [email protected] and "tell me how the Association can help you, your career, and the profession."

What you'll learn from this episode:

· The career-related questions Koziel used to ask fellow CPA firm partners.

· One aspect of Koziel's preparation to become an accountant that he would have changed.

· The key things he learned as an employee of the grocery store Wegmans.

· What he says to students considering a career in accounting.

· More on how client advisory services have "erupted" over the years.