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We're Running Out of Time — AI, Democracy, and the Economy
Congress has failed to pass comprehensive AI legislation despite 183 bills since ChatGPT's launch. Meanwhile 92 million jobs face disruption by 2030 and Nvidia made $72.9 billion profit last year while OpenAI lost $14 billion. Chartered Accountant and former CEO Noreen Hynes FCA examines what governments must do — and proposes five specific tax reforms to ensure the workers bearing the cost of this transition share in its benefits.
Noreen Hynes
4 days ago29 min read


Staying Connected
That panic when you leave the house without your phone? Noreen Hynes knows it well. Written during her gap year in Australia and updated for 2026, this is an honest reflection on technology addiction, digital wellbeing, and taking back control.
Noreen Hynes
4 days ago4 min read


Our Gap Year in Australia
In 2014, my husband and I retired, packed up our home in Dalkey, and flew to Sydney for a year to be with our daughter and grandchildren. What followed was one of the best decisions of our lives — and a lesson in not letting possessions hold you back.
Noreen Hynes
4 days ago4 min read


Budgeting for Your 20s: The System That Actually Works (Because You're Not Broken)
You're not bad with money. You just need the right system. Budgeting for your 20's- what actually works. 4 budgeting systems to choose from. Choose the one that suits you best, use it, and stick with it for 3 months. 1.Pay yourself first. 2. Envelope system. 3. 50/30/20 Rule, 4. Zero based budgeting
Noreen Hynes
May 289 min read


AI and Its Impact on Jobs, Wealth, and Income Distribution
AI is not coming for jobs. It is already here.
Large companies are letting people go. Recruitment freezes are happening quietly. And governments are largely silent on what this means for ordinary workers, families, and the distribution of wealth in our societies.
I have spent over 40 years as a Chartered Accountant watching economies change. What is happening right now is different. This is not just another wave of automation. This time, the impact reaches further up the inco
Noreen Hynes
Jun 25, 202410 min read


The Power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policies in the Workplace
The Power of Diversity In a world that is becoming increasingly interconnected and diverse, the value of embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies in the workplace cannot be overstated. Companies that prioritize DEI initiatives foster a more inclusive environment and reap numerous benefits that contribute to their overall success and sustainability. Embracing Diversity for Innovation and Creativity Imagine a workplace where individuals from different backgroun
Noreen Hynes
Jun 20, 20242 min read


Agile Restructuring of Business Startups
AI and new technologies are reshaping every business sector at a pace never seen before. The World Economic Forum predicts a structural churn of 23% of all jobs in the next five years. For SMEs and business startups, the choice is simple — adapt now or fall behind. Chartered Accountant and Author Noreen Hynes sets out a practical 25-step framework for building an agile, innovative, and entrepreneurial business culture that survives and thrives in the age of artificial intelli
Noreen Hynes
May 3, 202313 min read


Top Ten Actions to Establish Your Start-Up
Starting a business is one of the most exciting and challenging decisions you will ever make. But without the right foundations in place — from protecting your product and managing cash flow to building the right team and pitching to investors — even the best ideas fail. Chartered Accountant and Author Noreen Hynes shares her practical 10-step checklist for getting your startup right from day one.
Noreen Hynes
Apr 13, 20235 min read


Checklist of actions to get your start-up launched
This is a checklist of ten points to follow when setting up your new business. All the checklist items are as a result of the author learning this from practical experience. read the blog on https://www.noreenhynes.com/post/checklist-of-actions-to-get-your-start-up-launched
Noreen Hynes
Oct 19, 20223 min read


What is Due Diligence
Due diligence is the process of thoroughly investigating a business, investment, or transaction before committing to it. Get it wrong and you could inherit hidden debts, legal liabilities, or a business worth far less than you paid. Get it right and you protect yourself, your investors, and your future. Noreen Hynes FCA — Chartered Accountant, former CEO, and award-winning author of Start-Up Checklist for Success — explains exactly what to look for and why it matters.
Noreen Hynes
Sep 1, 20223 min read
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