We are all swimming in a world of opportunity, but often, that opportunity is hidden within the Data. This is why what Laura Gebauer and the rest of the team at BerganKDV are doing in their growing data analytics services is essential.  Unlock the next level of opportunity in your business with better data analytics Check out the full video interview at businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

When it comes to accounting firms and automation, how do you do it?  We sat down with Korey Cournoyer of GrowthLabs because they are making things happen in the automation space for business owners and other accounting firms.  Korey shares critical tips for what makes a successful automation process and what often leads to an unsuccessful effort. Check out the full video interview at businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance...

The Accounting industry is in the middle of a massive change, and there are some critical industry leaders like Dark Horse CPA, co-founded by Chase Birky, who are leading change for the better.  In this conversation with Chase, we discussed his experience and the role that Dark Horse has played and will continue to play in helping shape the accounting experience of the future. Check out the full video interview at businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary...

When it comes to making sure you get the money that you deserve, there are some very critical things you can do, and technology is an essential part of that process, so check out this conversation that I had with Aiwyn on the conversation  Check out the full video interview at businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

What would a Hollywood-produced show about Accountants look like?   Join Dave Ashworth and me as we discuss the PBC Accounting show.  Check out the full video interview at businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

What would happen if one of your clients made an insurance claim and it got denied?  How much would that hurt their business, and what would you even do about it? This is why trusted business advisors like yourself need to know people like Taylor Grant. Public adjusters like him learn how to get involved and help you and your clients "be made WHOLE" so you can get back to running your business and living your life.  Check out the conversation as we discuss some of the common issues that...

Is the accounting industry ready to accept its new reality?  Prepared or not, the market is demanding change when it comes to accounting services, so we sat down with Roger Knecht, a dynamic thought leader in the accounting industry who is helping bookkeepers, accountants, and finance professionals adapt to the new demands of the industry so they can thrive and build profitable accounting firms Check out the full video interview at the...

How do you go from messaging a few friends on Facebook to building a National Firm recognized as an Accounting Firm Partner by a multi-billion dollar company in just a few years?  Well, this is not the typical story for everyone. Still, it is the story of Jason Robinson of Future Advisory of Australia, and we dive into his story to share great insights. Check out the full video interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance...

Business Talk Library sits down with Lance Rubin; Founder of Model Citizn https://www.modelcitizn.com/

How do you find your niche type of client?  Well, we sat down with Brooke Swan to learn about her experience and how she became a master of Job Costing regarding bookkeeping and accounting for Trades related businesses. Check out the full video interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

What if you had all of the essential data to build a TRUE financial forecast in one System? How much better would your life be as a Finance Leader or FP&A professional if you had a system like this?  Well, we sat down with co-Founder Joe Garafalo to learn more about the Mosaic. Tech Strategic Finance Platform. Check out the full video interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

Do you understand what has changed with Lease accounting? Do you have a good process for managing your lease agreements?  These are serious questions that both private and publicly traded businesses have to think about and answer, and the truth is if they don't have the right solution, it will be a nightmare.  We sat down with Greg Kautz of Black Owl Systems to get a few tips on some things helping businesses successfully transition and stay on top of the changes in lease...

What happens if your business grows too fast? If a company goes bankrupt, does that mean that it is worthless?  All these are essential questions that a great FP&A expert can help you answer.  We sat down with Chris Reilly to talk about his experience assisting major and mid-market companies in navigating the complex reality of business and how he helps them simplify financial strategies that lead to future outcomes. Check out the full video interview at the...

You will never really GROW & SCALE if you do not have systems. Usually, accountants stay away from definite statements, but I stand behind this wholeheartedly, and so does my good friend Alyssa Lang.  Alyssa and I had a great discussion about why so many business owners and professionals are hitting a wall and getting stuck. Check out the full video interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

Do you feel like you have Work-Life Harmony? If we are honest, most people would probably say no, and part of that is because we have never taken Amy Vetter's advice on separating our beliefs and desires from what others have told or instructed us to believe. In this conversation, I sit with Amy Vetter, a CPA, Yoga instructor, and Technologist, as we discuss the real challenges of working, building a business, balancing life, and trying to win. Check out the full video interview at the...

Its true - technology has transformed the accounting industry so this isn't your Dad's version of accounting, but that doesn't mean we don't have room for a few DAD JOKES.  We sat down with Lukas Sundahl because he is a non-traditional accountant that is bringing humor to the study and understanding of accounting through content creation. Enjoy the episode Check out the full interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance...

Do you have the right Cyber Security Risk Protections for your business that you should?  Well, if your like most Law Firms, Bookkeepers, or Accounting Firm owners, your answer is likely "I am not sure," so we brought on a great guest Jock Wols to help break this down and talk about some of the common gaps that exist in your average firms Cyber Security and Professional Liability protections. Check out the full video interview at the...

It is sad to say this, BUT most business owners work extremely hard for FREE.  When most people start a business, they practice this strange habit of not thinking about profitability.   They are so focused on paying expenses first that there is often not enough money left over to enjoy as a profit. This is why we sat down with Ron Saharyan to understand what is Profit First is and what a Profit First Professional. Check out the full video interview at the...

What is FP&A and why are so many people in Accounting and Finance starting to talk about it? For many people, FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) is one of the most attractive options to: 1) Move your career forward or  2) Develop a solid strategy towards profitability for your business.  We sat down with Christian Wattig to help shine light on why FP&A should be a key focus to help move your business or career forward.  Check out the full interview at the...

Can you really achieve finance transformation without "Change Management"?  Truth be told, there is quite the debate about this topic, so we sat down with an expert who really knows Change Management and finance transformation to see what she had to say about the topic and Francesca Valli did not disappoint.  Francesca shares great tips and an inside look at what has made the difference for the many multi billion dollar companies her business has supported.  Check out the full interview at...

What is FP&A and why are so many people in Accounting and Finance starting to talk about it? For many people, FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) is one of the most attractive options to: 1) Move your career forward or  2) Develop a solid strategy towards profitability for your business.  We sat down with Christian Wattig to help shine light on why FP&A should be a key focus to help move your business or career forward.  Check out the full interview at the...

So how do you scale a business and build a culture where your team is 4x more successful than the industry average?  To get a great answer to this question, we sat down with Martin Vidakovic, a 2x veteran of building and successfully exiting a business that performs well above the industry average. Check out the full interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

So how do you scale a business and build a culture where your team is 4x more successful than the industry average?  To get a great answer to this question, we sat down with Martin Vidakovic, a 2x veteran of building and successfully exiting a business that performs well above the industry average. Check out the full interview at the businesstalklibrary.com/thefinanceandaccountingshow. #businesstalklibrary #accounting #finance #businesscontent #business

One of the challenges that a lot of small businesses have--->  Find a solid system to help them effectively manage their inventory.  The truth is most accounting software just isn't great at it.   However, there is a new option that business owners love, so we sat down with the founder and CEO of SoftLedger @Ben Taylor to learn about how his platform is solving this problem and so much more. Check out the full interview at the...

Should you make the move from Accounting to FP&A? This is a multi-million dollar question, and it's a bit much for me to answer alone so, I brought two friends along, Chris Ortega Fresh FP&A, and Paul Barnhurst The FP&A Guy.  Stay tuned as we dive into some of the pros and cons of both Accounting & FP&A.