Episode 206 FACULTY: Steven Zelin, the Singing CPA CLASS: #Shoperations In this episode, Scott interviews Steven Zelin, CPA, also known as The Singing CPA. Steven shares his journey, from becoming a CPA to pursuing his passion for singing, starting his own firm, client acquisition and niche development, peer review, the Steve Zelin Singing CPA bran…

Episode 205 FACULTY: Kelly Rohrs, CPA the Tax Slayer CLASS: #SocialStudies In this episode, Scott interviews Kelly Rohrs, CPA, also known as Tax Slayer and co-host of the Zero to Millions Podcast. Kelly shares her journey, from her first accounting job to starting her own brand. The conversation covers topics such as balancing motherhood with being…

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 t…

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…

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 acc…

Episode 201 FACULTY: Karen Reyburn, CPA CLASS: #SocialStudies In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Karen Reyburn, CPA, and owner of We are PF. Karen talks about building her brand and business, highlighting the importance of authenticity, creativity, and adaptation in the evolving landscape of accounting and business consulting. From the origi…

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 …

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 …

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…

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 Atl…

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 Cl…

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 wor…

Episode 194 FACULTY: Teddy Sullivan, CPA CLASS: Shoperations In this engaging podcast episode, Scotty welcomes back Teddy Sullivan, CPA, for a discussion spanning various topics crucial for firm growth and success. From firm acquisition to transitioning to the cloud, Teddy shares insights into fixing systems, pricing strategies, and fostering a cul…

Building a Technology Team Season 1 Episode 8 FACULTY: Nicholas Pasquarosa CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: Building a Technology Team In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Nicholas Pasquarosa, the Founder of Bookkeeper360. The conversation unfolds through various chapters, exploring Nick's background, the inception of Bookkeeper360, the growth trajecto…

Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 2 Season 1 Episode 8 FACULTY: Clayton Oates CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 2 In this podcast episode, Scott and Clayton Oates engage in a discussion surrounding accounting principles, business partnerships, and insights drawn from Simon Sinek's book "Infinite Game." The conversation encompa…

Episode 193 FACULTY: Alicia Katz Pollock CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: QuickBooks and Beyond: Adventures in Accounting In this podcast, Scott interviews Alicia Katz Pollock, a seasoned technology trainer at Royalwise Solutions Inc. They discuss Alicia's experiences in training, bookkeeping, being on the Intuit Roadshow, and mind opening experiences with …

Accounting Infamous Season 1 Episode 7 FACULTY: Mike Michalowcz, Jason Ackerman CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: Accounting Infamous Scott and Jason interview Mike Michalowicz, author of "Profit First," in this podcast. They cover Mike's journey profit first, reflections on professions, theatre and comedy, the "Grow My Accounting Podcast, advice for ent…

Ignition Remix Season 1 Episode 7 FACULTY: Guy Pearson CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: Ignition Remix In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Guy Pearson, CEO of Ignition, delving into various facets of the company's journey, branding strategies, partnerships, integrations, organizational structure, challenges in growth, investor relations, the role of a…

Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 1 Season 1 Episode 7 FACULTY: Twyla Verhelst CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 1 In this podcast episode, Scott and Twyla Verhelst of FreshBooks review the book "Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek. They learn to distinguish between finite and infinite games, contrasting short-term versus long-term …

Episode 192 FACULTY: Nancy McClelland, CPA CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: Teaching Bookkeepers and Tax Preparers to Communicate Better In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Nancy McClelland, CPA, Owner of Nancy McClelland LLC, also known as The Dancing Accountant. The conversation covers the origin story of The Dancing Accountant, all the way to tax s…

Melissa McCarthy for Accounting Professionals Season 1 Episode 6 FACULTY: Dawn Brolin CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: Melissa McCarthy for Accounting Professionals Scott interviews Dawn Brolin, CEO of Powerful Accounting, discussing her New England attitude, handling challenging clients, crucial business processes, inter-firm collaborations, lessons fr…

Active vs Passive Technologies Season 1 Episode 6 FACULTY: Kellie Parks CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: Active vs Passive Technologies In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Kellie Parks CPB from Calmwaters Cloud Accounting, exploring a range of topics related to accounting, technology, navigating change, and dispelling stereotypes in the industry. The …

Find Your Purpose Season 1 Episode 6 FACULTY: Nikole Mackenzie CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: Find Your Purpose In this podcast episode, Scott and Nikole "Coach Mack" Mackenzie engage in a discussion centered around finding one's purpose in the accounting industry. They explore various aspects related to discovering purpose, including the exploration of q…

Episode 191 FACULTY: Bilal Mehanna, CPA CLASS: #SocialStudies TITLE: Position Your Firm with Confidence and Patience In this podcast episode, Scotty interviews Bilal Mehanna CPA, President of Mehanna Advisors, and Co-Host of the podcast "From Zero to Millions." The interview consists of insights into finding a niche, pricing, scalability considerat…

The Accounting Messiah Season 1 Episode 5 FACULTY: Ryan Lazanis, Jason Ackerman CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: The Accounting Messiah In this podcast episode, Scott and Ackerman interview Ryan Lazanis, the Founder of Future Firm, Xen Accounting, and a strategic advisor at BotKeeper. The discussion covers Ryan's journey into accounting, his introductio…

Products (feat. Tallyfor) Season 1 Episode 5 FACULTY: Shane Mason, Megan Justice, Nikole Mackenzie CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: Products (feat. Tallyfor) In this podcast episode, Scott and Coach Mack interview Megan Justice, owner of Crayon Advisory, and Shane Mason, founder of Brooklyn Fi where they dive into the way they apply Tallyfor at their practi…

Your Ego is Your Enemy Season 1 Episode 5 FACULTY: Twyla Verhelst CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: Your Ego is Your Enemy In this podcast episode, Scott and Twyla Verhelst of FreshBooks review the book "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday. The discussion revolves around different phases outlined in the book—Aspire, Success, and Failure—and their relationship …

Episode 190 FACULTY: Ed Mendlowitz CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: From CEO to Chairman of the Board In this episode, we flip the script and Ed Mendlowitz interviews Scotty "OKR,". Explore Scotty's journey, from initial inspirations to firm growth, unveiling key strategies for client connections, niche development, and innovative billing approaches. Ga…

50 Shades of Gray Areas Season 1 Episode 4 FACULTY: John Briggs, Jason Ackerman CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: 50 Shades of Gray Areas Scott and Jason engage in a conversation with John Briggs, the Founder of Incite Tax, where they discuss various gray areas of accounting and tax as well as how things work at Incite Tax. Introducing John Briggs Being …

Cloud CEO to Desktop CPA Season 1 Episode 4 FACULTY: Teddy Sullivan, Jason Ackerman CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: Cloud CEO to Desktop CPA Scott and Jason interview Teddy Sullivan, the Owner of Human Accounting Partners, delving into various topics surrounding his journey from Xero to CPA, transitioning to cloud-based solutions, the challenges faced, and…

David Barrett or Goliath Season 1 Episode 4 FACULTY: David Barrett and Nikole Mackenzie CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: David Barrett or Goliath Scott and Nikole engage in an insightful discussion with David Barrett, the Founder and CEO of Expensify, covering various aspects such as the role of Expensify in transforming the accounting profession, dealing w…

Episode 189 FACULTY: Seth Fineberg CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: Earning Trust with Accountants in America Scotty engages in a podcast discussion with Seth Fineberg, the Founder of Accountants Forward, where they discuss his journey into journalism in the accounting space, the withdrawal of Accounting Web, AI, and how Tech Companies should sell to accoun…

So Many Things to Learn Season 1 Episode 3 FACULTY: Ed Mendlowitz CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: So Many Things to Learn In this podcast episode, Scott and Jason Ackerman interview Ed Mendlowitz, a Partner at WithumSmith+Brown. The discussion covers various aspects of Ed's experience in accounting, including early fixed-price subscription billing, ins…

Tech Partners Season 1 Episode 3 FACULTY: Kenji Kuramoto, Nikole Mackenzie CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: Tech Partners In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Kenji Kuramoto, CEO of Acuity, and Nikole "Choach Niks" Mackenzie, Founder and CEO of Momentum Accounting. They discuss their roles within their respective organizations, acquisitions shared visi…

Atomic Habits vol. 3 Season 1 Episode 3 FACULTY: Twela Verhelst CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: Atomic Habits vol. 3 In this podcast episode, Scott and Twyla Verhelst from FreshBooks conclude their three-part mini-series by reviewing "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. They discuss various key chapters focusing on finding strengths, optimizing career efforts, …

Episode 188 FACULTY: JJ Littrell CLASS: #SocialStudies TITLE: Creating Accounting Client Avatars In this podcast episode, Scott interviews JJ Littrell, CFO at Tuatara. The conversation spans JJ's unconventional entry into accounting through the FBI, experiences with Elliot Davis and Starmount, insights into balancing parenting and business growth, …

Scott interviews Ron Baker, the founder of VeraSage Institute, in an insightful discussion covering topics such as value pricing, time tracking, employee growth, the intricacies of billing methods in the accounting profession, and the early years of Ron’s life in the accounting profession. How Ron Got started The Birth of Value Pricing Ron's First …

In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Rachel Fisch, the founder of Fischbooks Inc., delving into her journey in the accounting industry, her experiences with various accounting software, and her insights into modernizing tax practices. Journey to Fisch Books Rachel The Social Butterfly Accounting Software in Canada Modernizing Tax Selling Her F…

In the second episode of The Guide at Accounting High, Scott Scarano and Twyla Verhelst from FreshBooks delve into the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. The discussion revolves around Clear's concepts and laws for building effective habits that stick. First Law: Make it Obvious Habit Tracking Second Law: Make it Attractive Automaticity Habit Sha…

Episode 187 FACULTY: Ashley Francis, Byron Patrick, Korey Cournoyer, Keila Hill-Trawick CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: AI Horror Stories: Shining a Light on the Dark Side of AI In this podcast episode, Scotty hosts a panel featuring Ashley Francis, Byron Patrick, Korey Cournoyer, and Keila Hill-Trawick. They discuss the role of artificial intelligence (AI…

Scott interviews Jody Grunden, CPA, co-founder of Summit CPA Group and author of two books, to discuss various topics related to running an accounting practice and building virtual CFO services, dressing "professionally", and niching down. Introduction and an update on recent developments since the last interview. The origin story of Jody’s Hawaiia…

Scott interviews David Barrett, the Founder and CEO of Expensify. The conversation covers a range of topics including inspiration, lessons from failures, the role of altruism, fostering a positive work culture, talent identification, managing ambitious individuals, Expensify's compensation model, the concept of a "Superapp," and the limits associat…

In the first episode of The Guide at Accounting High, Scott Scarano (OKR) and Twyla Verhelst of FreshBooks review the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. They explore the fundamental principles of habits, the importance of action in shaping one's future, the role of systems and processes, and the concept of identity-based habits versus outcome-bas…

Episode 186 FACULTY: Greg & Jessica Daley CLASS: The Guide TITLE: A Parable about Winning and Learning Join us for a conversation with Greg and Jess Daley, the founders of Parable. The discussion delves into their unique journey as a couple in business, the origins of their firm, swing dancing, the integration of work and personal life, and the gui…

Episode 185 FACULTY: Roman Villard CLASS: #Shoperations TITLE: Go Full Send and Build Epic Sh!t In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Roman Villard, the founder of Full Send Finance. Roman shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing the backstory behind his firm, its community-building aspect, and the values that drive its growth. The conver…

Episode 184 FACULTY: Enrico Palmerino, Elizabeth Manso, Michael Hso, and Marianne Fischer CLASS: #TheGuide TITLE: How to Say No In this podcast episode, Scott interviews a diverse group of accounting professionals: Enrico Palmerino, Elizabeth Manso, Michael Hso, and Marianne Fischer. The discussion revolves around their individual visions, experien…

Episode 183 FACULTY: Paul Hamann CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: What is Reasonable Compensation? In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Paul Hamann of RCR Reports. The episode dives into the complex topic of reasonable compensation and the challenges surrounding it, presents his innovative solution, and highlights the multiple use cases for RC Reports.…

Episode 182 GUEST FACULTY: Davis Bell CLASS: #TechTime TITLE: A.I. is a Calculator for Words In this podcast episode, Scott interviews Davis Bell, the CEO of Canopy. The episode explores the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its applications, ranging from accounting to creative endeavors. It discusses the potential benefits and …

Episode 181 FACULTY: Evan Eneman and Amber Setter CLASS: #AccountingHighGuide TITLE: AH D.A.R.E. Psychadelic After School Special In this special D.A.R.E.-themed podcast episode, Scott interviews Evan Eneman, Founder of Sands Lane Capital, and Amber Setter, CEO of Conscious Public Accountants. The episode begins with a candid discussion between Sco…

Episode 180 FACULTY: Eileen Adao CLASS: #VarsityTips TITLE: Hiring Leaders that Inspire: The ility's of Leadership In this podcast episode, Scott interviews “Coach” Eileen Adao, Vice President of Strategy & Partnerships at Glean AI. The conversation revolves around leadership and the crucial attributes that define effective leaders. The episode del…