The Rollercoaster to Financial Fluency w/ Dr. Patience Jackson Rose

In this insightful episode of “Building the Premier Accounting Firm,” Universal Accounting Center president Roger Knecht sits down with Dr. Patience Jackson Rose, CEO of Red Worldwide, Inc., to explore the intersection of accounting, education, and empowerment.

Dr. Rose discusses her journey from working at Six Flags to becoming an advisory-focused accountant, emphasizing how empathy and comprehensive services can boost client success. The conversation highlights the importance of education, especially for people of color, through initiatives like her nonprofit, RED Worldwide, which enhances financial literacy. 

Dr. Rose also shares her strategic methods for forming business alliances and discusses the resilience needed in business, using her partnership with her husband as an example. Listeners will learn about finance pillars and Dr. Rose’s efforts in fostering innovation within her family. The episode concludes by addressing mental health challenges and promoting networking opportunities and educational programs through Universal Accounting.

Key Highlights:

• Dr. Rose’s Journey: From her early days at Six Flags to becoming an advisory-focused accountant with an MBA, Dr. Rose’s career path underscores the importance of empathy and comprehensive services in enhancing client business performance.

• Empowerment through Education: Dr. Rose is passionate about closing financial education gaps, particularly for people of color. Her nonprofit, RED Worldwide, provides free resources to foster financial literacy and strong client relationships.

• Strategic Alliances: Collaborations, such as with the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center, are pivotal in enhancing client services. Dr. Rose stresses the need for transparency and legal counsel in business agreements to avoid exploitation.

• Resilience in Business: Merging businesses with her husband has not only resulted in financial benefits but also a shared vision of building a legacy for their children, emphasizing mutual support and success.

• The Three Pillars of Finance: In her book, Dr. Rose outlines money, wealth, and legacy as essential elements of financial literacy and legacy planning to safeguard family wealth.

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Encouraging entrepreneurship, Dr. Rose highlights that three of her five daughters have ventured into their own businesses, reflecting a family culture of innovation and ambition.

• Mental Health and Openness: Personal struggles with mental health are openly discussed, advocating for supportive environments where challenges are reframed as opportunities for growth.

• Community and Continuous Learning: Faith, community support, and a commitment to lifelong learning and giving back are central to Dr. Rose’s entrepreneurial journey.

• Networking and Professional Development: The episode concludes with a promotion of networking opportunities, educational programs, and an annual conference for accounting professionals through Universal Accounting.

Join Roger and Dr. Rose for an episode filled with insights on building a successful, service-oriented accounting practice that empowers both clients and professionals alike.

 

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