by Joe Brunsman | Aug 18, 2021 | Masters of Innovation
It’s time for Part 2 of the Dirty Dozen, which contains the 3 Personal Information Scams from the IRS list of the 12 most popular scams of the year. During this mini-series, each week our innovation master goes through these and lets you know what you need to watch...
by Garrett Wagner | Aug 17, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
We often hear about how staying motivated is important for our success, but what is often overlooked is motivating others. If you don’t motivate your team and your clients, you’re not being the best professional service provider that you can be. This week, take the...
by Joe Brunsman | Aug 16, 2021 | Masters of Innovation
With each new year, the IRS comes out with their new list of the 12 most popular scams to watch out for – or as we like to call them, The Dirty Dozen! Over the next 4 weeks, we’ll go through these and let you know what you need to watch out for – either for yourself,...
by Leading Possibilities | Aug 11, 2021 | Leading Possibilities
Are you ready to quantum-leap into the Dimension of Possible?!
On this very first episode of Leading Possibilities, Intend2Lead’s Sarah Elliott and Brian Kush take on one of the biggest leadership challenges that accountants face: being so good at problem solving, they end up solving everyone else’s problems!
If you’re looking to understand the problem with problem solving, and learn the mindset you need to get your team to take ownership of their work and be less dependent on you, this is the show to watch!
To have one of your leadership questions answered in a future episode, reach out to Sarah and Brian at info@intend2lead.com and as always, keep investing in yourself!
by EvolveNow | Aug 11, 2021 | The Millennial Mind
Attention company leaders! If you’re going to talk the talk, you better walk the walk! Nothing is more frustrating to millennials than companies that are inauthentic – or in other words, those who talk a big game but don’t back up anything...
by Garrett Wagner | Aug 10, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
Surveys say that accountants are going back to the office more than any other group in the finance and business industry… There seems to be a push to go back to the way things were before, and while there is a lot of joy that comes with returning to normal, too many...
by Joe Brunsman | Aug 6, 2021 | Masters of Innovation
Did you know that in 1933, FDR and the federal government pushed a narrative that caused many people to voluntarily give up their gold, by saying private holding of it made the depression worse? Could we see this happen now with crypto currency, as large corporations...
by EvolveNow | Aug 3, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
What if I told you the secret formula that I use to stay perpetually motivated? Building upon the need to stay committed, motivated, and using hacks to do it, here is just one of many ways to continue pushing forward! Want to never miss a new episode? Follow...
by EvolveNow | Aug 3, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Hacking isn’t just for computer geeks! Anyone can hack any part of their life by finding out a better way to take advantage of a process or situation. You can hack your mind, your body, your career, or any part of your life. Start looking beyond the answers in front...
by EvolveNow | Aug 3, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
A lot of people get spurts of motivation – but few carry through with their commitment to their goals. Think about how many people start going to the gym after New Years, and how many are still going by Easter, and even fewer by the 4th of July. Want to never miss a...
by Garrett Wagner | Aug 2, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
You can accomplish any task no matter how large it is or how impossible it seems… but there’s a method to it. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, first take a step back and acknowledge it’s okay. Remember to start small to gain momentum, and take one step at a time....
by EvolveNow | Jul 29, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Did you know the way you sit (or stand) while you work can impact your productivity? Have you ever considered the long term lasting effects of a sedentary lifestyle? Don’t let your health suffer during your pursuit of wealth – they go hand in hand! Want to never miss...
by Paul Latham | Jul 28, 2021 | A Look Into The Future
WOW! What a mini-series it’s been on Changing Behavior here on LIFT. This icing on the cake episode gives us the recap and key takeaways from this mini series, and includes a fun personal epiphany moment story from Paul himself. Don’t wait until you have to go to the...
by Garrett Wagner | Jul 27, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
If you’ve seen any of our webinars on emerging and available technology to accountants and firms that can help automate or make more efficient tasks and operations, you’ve heard us talk about the three bots: unattended, attended, and A.I. If you’ve heard of these but...
by EvolveNow | Jul 26, 2021 | The Millennial Mind
LinkedIn is blowing up with conversations around remote work, and business leaders are confused as hell. Most are thinking that bringing employees back to the office will be the best for their business, and many younger employees are fighting back – not even just...
by Vertical IQ | Jul 25, 2021 | The Weekly Dive
You probably go out to eat, or order take out, pretty often, but do you truly know the ins and outs of the restaurant and dining business? More importantly, can you talk the talk when speaking with existing, or new potential clients who may appreciate the wisdom you...
by Vertical IQ | Jul 24, 2021 | The Weekly Dive
It’s time to get your nails done and hair did! Take a quick dive into Hair Salons and Hair Care Services, thanks to the industry intelligence powered by Vertical IQ! The Weekly Dive, powered by Vertical IQ, provides a brief overview of the industry intelligence...
by Vertical IQ | Jul 23, 2021 | The Weekly Dive
Get owned! Seriously, real estate is HOT right now! Take a quick dive into the Property Managers and Commercial Brokers industry with Annie, thanks to the industry intelligence powered by Vertical IQ! The Weekly Dive, powered by Vertical IQ, provides a brief overview...
by EvolveNow | Jul 23, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Sometimes decluttering your workspace is the best way to declutter your mind. It’s difficult to become more efficient and effective if you aren’t starting from a clean space of organization. Want to never miss a new episode? Follow @EvolveNowOnline on all social media...
by Garrett Wagner | Jul 21, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
If you actually watched this video, you’ll see the huge smile coming through Garrett’s face as he talks about the joys of firing clients! What? Fire clients?! Isn’t that like throwing away money?? No – in fact holding onto bad and stressful clients is costing you...
by EvolveNow | Jul 21, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Controls and rules are important, but there must be built in ability to be agile, otherwise a company will be too stuck to adapt to quickly needed changes. We learned this last year, so it’s time to implement that concept. Want to never miss a new episode? Follow...
by EvolveNow | Jul 21, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
If you constantly put off prioritizing the things needed to grow as an individual, in your life and your career, you’ll never see the changes you want to see happen actually occur. You have to prioritize your life, and you have to make it a priority to do so. Want to...
by Garrett Wagner | Jul 20, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
LinkedIn is for more than just recruiting employees or getting recruited for jobs! It is valuable for any accountant or CPA looking to grow their own book of business, whether as a firm leader or within their company. This is done through niche target networking. Want...
by EvolveNow | Jul 16, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Don’t ignore your health! It is just as important to you being productive and successful in business as anything else. Remember, we must live fully in all aspects of our life to be the best version of ourselves. Want to never miss a new episode? Follow...
by Garrett Wagner | Jul 13, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box, Recommended
Insanity is defined as doing the same thing over and over again, while expecting a different result. Don’t be insane! Start making changes today, and share this with someone else who needs to hear it! Want to never miss a new episode? Follow @EvolveNowOnline on all...
by Vertical IQ | Jul 11, 2021 | Recommended, The Weekly Dive
It’s time to Turn Up! And we’re not just talking about the economy! This week, Carly breaks down the Wine, Liquor, and Spirits industry! Have an industry you want to know some more about?! Premium Subscribers can submit their requested industries to have...
by Joe Brunsman | Jul 7, 2021 | Masters of Innovation, Recommended
Do you think there will be a massive data breach on an accounting firm via vendor software in the upcoming two years? Our master of all things cybersecurity and liability, Joe Brunsman, thinks so! It won’t be a major player – they’re too secure; however, it’s very...
by Garrett Wagner | Jul 2, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
Like it or not, remote work is here to stay – so, you might as well like it! The age of work-life “balance”, which implies separation, is over; now, it is about how your work and life integrate. This involves revisiting the way we measure productivity, and how we...
by Paul Latham | Jul 2, 2021 | A Look Into The Future
Have you ever tried brushing your teeth with your opposite hand? It’s difficult, and take a lot of focus, but that is what is necessary to do something you are not accustomed to doing. To move from a backward looking to a forward looking accountant, you have to...
by Garrett Wagner | Jun 30, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
Don’t let another summer go by where you make excuses to relax, perpetually, rather than utilizing the downtime to make the rest of your year, and future years, more productive and less stressful. Even small changes can make a big difference – but you have to put in...
by Garrett Wagner | Jun 30, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
TurboTax is GREAT! I know what you’re thinking… “wait, what?! Aren’t you a CPA!?” Yes. And that is why we love TurboTax. With #taxseason now behind us for a little bit, we can take the chance to reflect on the last year, but also think about the #future moving...
by Paul Latham | Jun 29, 2021 | A Look Into The Future, Featured
Special Guest Alert! Our time traveler Paul Latham is met by Brian Bosley of Torch Consulting, who provides performance coaching, speaking, and consulting for leaders and individuals looking to participate in behavioral change. This is specifically applicable to the...
by Paul Latham | Jun 23, 2021 | A Look Into The Future
The window of opportunity is quickly closing for accountants to reposition themselves as trusted, valued, and relevant advisors to their clients. The pandemic sped up the process, and now with many clients desperately needing more consulting help than ever, accounting...
by Paul Latham | Jun 22, 2021 | A Look Into The Future
While accountants love having their conferences in Las Vegas, success is not a game of roulette! Although it seems some just happen to find wild success, or that there is some sort of magic bullet that some leaders know about that brings their company the best...
by Garrett Wagner | Jun 21, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Process is the underlying crutch that enables all accounting work to be performed. With this much important, we must put focus on it to...
by Garrett Wagner | Jun 21, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
The future is bright for young, ambitious, and entrepreneurial minded accounting...
by Garrett Wagner | Jun 14, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Do you need a little inspiration to acknowledge the possibilities for yourself and your career in this world? Placeholder video for Breaking Free of the Box during alpha/beta testing and launches until official videos are made. Breaking Free of the Box serves to offer...
by Garrett Wagner | Jun 14, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
Do you need a little bit of motivation to keep you going? Placeholder video for Breaking Free of the Box during alpha/beta testing and launches until official videos are made. Breaking Free of the Box serves to offer a weekly reminder of leadership skills,...
by Paul Latham | Jun 8, 2021 | A Look Into The Future
The board of any successful company is made up of a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds – so why is it that accounting firms boards are always all just accountants? When you are surrounded by only the same types of individuals, you don’t...
by EvolveNow | Jun 3, 2021 | The Millennial Mind
LinkedIn has been around for well over a decade, but the way that it is being used is constantly changing. While it did start out as a recruiting tool for job seekers and employers, it became an exponentially expanding social media network that has enabled people from...
by Joe Brunsman | May 31, 2021 | Masters of Innovation
In early 2020, the U.S. Government Data was breached by hackers in an absolute master class of cyber-hackery. Many people outside the realm of technology or governmental business did not hear about it, but it created widespread impact. While there is little that can...
by EvolveNow | May 26, 2021 | The Millennial Mind
Accountants are obsessed with busy season and busy season hours, however this is not the most effective way to get things done. There comes a point along the way where working extra hours is of marginal benefit, and then it becomes detrimental because you start to be...
by EvolveNow | May 20, 2021 | The Millennial Mind
Remote work does not automatically mean lower productivity. There is a misconception that remote working will reduce productivity, but it really comes down to having the right infrastructure and right work culture. People will be just as unproductive in the office as...
by EvolveNow | May 18, 2021 | The Millennial Mind
Although there is a big push for remote work and more freedom and liberty at the individual employee level, structure is still desired, however it should have flexibility built in. A hybrid approach to structure with wiggle room may be the solution that will maximize...
by Garrett Wagner | May 13, 2021 | Entrepreneurial CPA Show
The 2021 tax season is the WORST, right? WRONG! This year has given a renewed lifeline to accountants and CPAs, with the opportunity to pivot into the most relevant and valued advisor to clients. Rather than drowning in tax returns, take this opportunity to address...
by Paul Latham | May 12, 2021 | A Look Into The Future, Recommended
Wouldn’t it be great if you could have a self-sustaining marketing machine that marketed your firm, brought in new business, and then created recurring clients? That’s what our thought leader and advisory expert Paul Latham, of HaydenRock Solutions, did in order to...
by Garrett Wagner | Mar 25, 2021 | Breaking Free Of The Box
by EvolveNow | Feb 28, 2021 | The Millennial Mind
For anyone who is going to be a guest on the Millennial Mind, specifically (but the same information also applies to the CPA Perspective Podcast, which is longer form, and is focused specifically on the Future of the Accounting Industry topics) this video introduces...
