There is an element of creativity in any endeavor or venture one sets out on. Art is the beauty that brings life to actions we take.
One does not have to be in the "arts" to be artistic. It is possible to enfuse anything with the energy art brings to life.
In business, accounting, finance, and economic concepts are often placed in the math box. A box that is dull to say the least, or scarecrowed and fully avoided.
But, what if numbers are just building blocks, accounting systems constructs to a larger framework, and concepts are tools to help shape an idea into reality?
That is where the art comes in. Yes, we must master the ability to understand the blocks, frameworks, and tools, but that all leads to the place where creation is possible. To bring an idea to life, the art forms of architecting, communicating, and leading others helping with the build out are necessary.
There is an art to being able to read the data, generate a story, and visualize where the road may be headed. If one is able to accomplish this, they are more likely able to course correct when needed. Macro-economic trends, accounting data patterns, and historical financial reports are valuable tools to be used, or can be seen as characters in the drama unfolding. Othewise, if left unexamined, they are just sticks and rocks to be overlooked.