Episode 204 FACULTY: Mike Manalac, CPA CLASS: #TheGuide In this episode, Scott interviews Mike Manalac, CPA, Accounting Manager at Google. Mike shares his journey from working at Walmart.com to his current role at Google, highlighting experiences and lessons learned along the way. The conversation delves into topics such as work-life balance, the transition from public accounting to industry, creating resources for professionals in similar transitions, and making accounting more engaging and appealing to a broader audience. Shout Outs: Eminem, Greg Kyte Chapters: 01:26 Introducing Mike 07:12 W ..read more

Episode 203 FACULTY: Andrea MacDonald, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Andrea MacDonald, CPA, and CEO of Pro Tax & Accounting LLC. Andrea shares insights into her journey of starting and growing her accounting practice, highlighting key milestones, challenges, and successes along the way. From the inception of her practice to firm acquisitions and mergers, Andrea discusses her experiences in building and managing a successful accounting firm. The conversation also touches upon topics such as growth goals, hiring strategies, leveraging technology and commu ..read more

Episode 202 FACULTY: David Bergstein, CPA CLASS: #TheGuide In this episode, Scott interviews David Bergstein, a CPA, covering various aspects of David's journey in accounting and his insights into the profession from his decades of experience. They discuss topics such as the relevance of becoming a CPA for young people, marketing strategies for accounting firms, the future of the accounting profession including automation and remote firms, strategies for firm growth, and the bright future ahead. Shout Outs: Ed Mendlowitz, Roman Kevchak, Randy Johnson, Randy Crabtree, BotKeeper Conference, Prim ..read more

Episode 200 FACULTY: Amber Setter CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: My Ayahuasca Journey: From High Performing Zombie to New Mental Clarity In this special episode, Accounting High Guidance Counselor Amber Setter, returns to interview our school janitor Scotty ‘OKR’ about his recent Ayahuasca retreat. Listen to find out what new insights and clarity of mind Scotty brought back to share. Shout Outs: Andre 3000, Travis Scott, Scott Zarret, Evan Eneman Chapters: 00:01:16 Introduction 00:02:44 Who is Amber? 00:03:15 Scott Growing Up 00:04:02 Mental Health and Drugs 00:06:43 What is Ayahuasca? 00:08:02 What ..read more

EPISODE 199 FACULTY: Katherine Studley CLASS: #SocialStudies In this episode Scotty interviews Katherine Studley, the Co-founder of Prisma Tax Group and the Founder/CEO of The Only Consultant. The episode takes the audience through Katherine's unique journey, from public accounting to becoming the go-to accountant for spicy content creators in the adult industry. The discussion unfolds the challenges and successes of building a firm with extraordinary growth, navigating a buyout, and overcoming marketing challenges in a specialized niche. Shout Outs: Zoho  Chapters: 00:02:12 Introduction ..read more

EPISODE 199 FACULTY: Katherine Studley CLASS: #SocialStudies In this episode Scotty interviews Katherine Studley, the Co-founder of Prisma Tax Group and the Founder/CEO of The Only Consultant. The episode takes the audience through Katherine's unique journey, from public accounting to becoming the go-to accountant for spicy content creators in the adult industry. The discussion unfolds the challenges and successes of building a firm with extraordinary growth, navigating a buyout, and overcoming marketing challenges in a specialized niche. Shout Outs: Zoho  Chapters: 00:02:12 Introduction ..read more

EPISODE 198 FACULTY: Ed Mendlowitz & Ron Baker CLASS: #TheGuide In this episode, we have a debate on the highly contested topic of timesheets with the accounting profession's heavyweights Ed Mendlowitz and Ron Baker. Listen to find out if timesheets are still essential to running a practice, or if they are the cancer of the profession. Chapters: 00:04:51 Introductions 00:06:24 Setting the Stage 00:07:50 Opening Remarks: Ed Mendlowitz 00:09:34 Ron's Rebuttal 00:12:53 Counter Argument by Ed 00:14:38 Timesheets Create an Artificial Ceiling 00:15:26 The Problem with Cost + Pricing 00:17:00 Yo ..read more

2024 Accountant Bracket Challenge nominate the top 5 things in your accounting life for a chance to win an Apple Vision Pro nomination period closes March 9th enroll today at abc.accountinghigh.com EPISODE 197 FACULTY: Alicyn McLeod, CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this podcast episode, Scott engages in a conversation with Alicyn McLeod, founder of Atlanta Tax. The episode navigates through Alicyn's journey into the world of accounting, highlighting the impact of significant events like the recession, the rise of smartphones, and the emergence of cloud technology. Alicyn shares insights into he ..read more

EPISODE 196 FACULTY: Paul Seaton, CPA a.k.a. Rev. Swaggy P CLASS: #SocialStudies In this engaging podcast episode, Scott dives into a conversation with Rev. Swaggy P, also known as Paul Seaton, CPA, and the Founder of Agency CFO. The episode unfolds the intriguing journey of Rev. Swaggy P, from his role as an almost Catholic Priest to becoming a Cloud CPA and CFO. Shout Outs: Marcel Petitpas, Parakeeto, Ron Baker, Jody Grunden, Summit CPA Group, Brian Soloentrop, @SoleyBusiness, Jason Staats, Roman Villard Chapters: 00:09:01 Introducing Rev. Swaggy P 00:11:12 From REV to CPA 00:15:05 Becoming ..read more

The 2024 Accountant Bracket Challenge ABC Tournament Nomination period closes March 9, 2024 Enroll today at ABC.accountinghigh.com Episode 195 FACULTY: Meghan Blair  CLASS: #TheGuide In this episode, Scott engages in a conversation with Meghan Blair, the former owner of Fogged In Bookkeeping. The episode covers Meghan's journey in the accounting world, her early adoption of remote work, the impact of COVID on her business, the decision to sell the firm, her experience with GrowthLab, and the unique perspective of neurodivergence in leadership. Shout Outs: GrowthLab, Karbon Chapters: 00:0 ..read more