For many accountants, staying in a traditional job feels like the responsible choice. There’s a steady paycheck, predictable hours (most of the time), and the comfort of knowing what to expect. But in latest episode of The CPA MOMS Podcast, Nicole and Mayumi challenge a belief many of us take for granted:
Is a job truly more secure than working for yourself?
Let’s dig into that question—and what it means for you.
The Illusion of Job Security
We’re taught from a young age that getting a “good job” is the safest path forward. Our parents built careers in a different world, where pensions were common, job loyalty was rewarded, and retirement felt guaranteed. But today’s job market looks very different.
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Layoffs can happen with little warning
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Companies restructure, downsize, or close entirely
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Raises and promotions aren’t always tied to performance or loyalty
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Burnout is common, especially for working moms
If your income, schedule, and work-life balance are all at the mercy of someone else’s decisions, is that truly secure?
Redefining What Security Means
Security isn’t just about a paycheck. It’s about sustainability, autonomy, and alignment with your values.
Starting your own practice puts you in control. That doesn’t mean it’s easy or without risk—but it does mean your future isn’t dependent on someone else’s business decisions.
You get to choose your clients.
You get to set your schedule.
You get to build something that grows with you.
And while entrepreneurship comes with its own challenges, the freedom to design your work around your life can offer a kind of stability you’ll never find in a traditional job.
What’s Really Driving Your Fear?
If you’re hesitant to start your own practice, that’s completely normal. But take a moment to get curious about what’s underneath that fear:
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Are you afraid of the unknown, or just unfamiliar with a different way of working?
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Are you worried about failing, or unsure what success would look like on your terms?
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Are you holding onto “security,” even though it no longer feels safe?
Fear doesn’t mean you’re not ready. It often means you’re standing at the edge of something important.
When You’re Ready to Explore Something New
You don’t have to burn bridges or leap overnight. But if this idea of redefining security is stirring something in you, trust that.
Explore it.
Plan for it.
Ask questions.
And surround yourself with people who understand what you’re stepping into.
Let’s Redefine Security—Together
At CPA MOMS, we believe you deserve more than a job that drains you. You deserve a career that aligns with your life, your values, and your vision for the future.
Curious what that could look like for you?
Join our community of like-minded women at cpamoms.com/start and take the first step toward building the practice—and the life—you actually want.