Ambitious Accountants Podcast

Ambitious Accountants Podcast

Welcome to "Ambitious Accountants", the podcast that ignites the fire within accountants and empowers them to achieve greatness in their careers. Prepare to embark on an exciting journey where we delve into the captivating narratives of accountants who have blazed their own trails, conquered challenges, and left a lasting impact on the accounting industry. We invite you to join us as we uncover their awe-inspiring accounting journeys, explore their firm specialties, navigate the obstacles they faced, and extract their invaluable insights on the dynamic trends shaping the profession.

Episodes

July 25, 2024 โ€ข 48 mins

Join us on this episode as we sit down with Sam Harith, Director of SH Advisory from New Zealand. Sam shares his unconventional journey into the world of accounting, starting from practicality and evolving into a thriving business.

Listen in as he talks about launching SH Advisory during the COVID-19 lockdown, his unique management style, and the growth of his firm. Sam also dives into his creative project, โ€œThe Comic Acco...

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Numbers whiz by day, changemaker by night? Felicity Hill, Director Frank Accounting joins us to discuss her life's journey in accounting and her passion for diversity & inclusion in the field.ย 

Who else is ready to break the mold?ย 

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ย In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Nickie Sheehan, Chief Encouragement Officer of Trio Accounting, to discuss her journey so far and her initiatives addressing a crisis plaguing small-time accounting firm owners.ย 

Nickie sheds light on the disturbing increase in suicides within the profession and underscores the importance of building a strong support circle. Listen in as she shares her proactive efforts in the...

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ย Join us on this episode as we sit down with Shaye Thyer, Founder of Pallas. Shaye shares her heartfelt story of starting from scratch, growing her business, and her dedication to helping other women do the same. Listen in as she talks about her mission to bring equality to the workplace and support women-led businesses.ย 

Itโ€™s a conversation filled with genuine insights and inspiring stories into how Shaye and Pallas are m...

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Simplify, Automate, Eradicate and Deligate, with Tyler Caskey, Partner at TheBeanCounters!

Jay Wijesekare chats with Tyler, who has a real knack for taking the risk out of business changes and making life easier for finance, HR, payroll, and IT professionals. He's all about cutting down time costs by automating those pesky manual processes and installing better systems.

Tyler's goal? To help teams shine by freeing...

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Explore the intricacies of insolvency accounting with our distinguished guest, Declan Lane, of Cathro and Partners. In this insightful episode, Declan delves into his path to becoming an insolvency accountant and the complex challenges faced by businesses nationwide.ย 

Declanโ€™s expertise offers a profound look into the adversities and victories within the insolvency sector, emphasizing how Cathro and Partners crucially influences bus...

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Step into the world of insolvency accounting with our latest guest, Mark Pearce, Partner at Pearce and Heers Insolvency Accountants. In this engaging episode, Mark shares his journey to becoming an insolvency accountant, along with the myriad challenges faced by businesses across the country. Listen as he discusses how his firm assists these businesses, offering crucial support in times of financial distress.

Mark's insights pr...

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Step into the world of accounting transformation with our latest guest, Lynda Steffens, Founder of The Small Business Project. In this dynamic episode, Lynda takes us on a journey through her extensive two-decade career in public practice, highlighting the pivotal moment when she decided to pivot into business improvement coaching.

Listen in as Lynda shares invaluable insights into the challenges faced by accounting firms and the ev...

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In this episode of Ambitious Accountants, we're thrilled to welcome Murray Phillips, Managing Director of Insight CA, to the show.

Murray's career in accounting is driven by a mission to simplify the numbers and empower businesses. Through his roles at Insight CA and Cash Out Expert, he's dedicated to helping clients uncover the real worth of their ventures.

Join us as Murray shares his journey and reveals how he'...

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In this episode of Ambitious Accountants, we're excited to welcome our first guest from the United States, Sean Healy, President of Accounted4 LLC.

Sean's journey in accounting is a testament to innovation and client-focused service. His leadership at Accounted4 LLC has revolutionized the way businesses, especially in healthcare, approach their financials. From automating manual processes to providing actionable financial ...

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Happy New Year Listeners! and welcome back to "Ambitious Accountants".

In today's episode, we're chatting with the amazing Michelle Knight from Little Miss Bookkeeping. Michelle's not just any accountant โ€“ she's your friendly millennial accountant.

After rocking the online retail world with her activewear brand, Aura Eve, Michelle's now all about helping small businesses ace thei...

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Join us in our latest episode of Ambitious Accountants, where we sit down with Marco Douglas, the dynamic Director of Accountants4u. In this episode, Marco shares his fascinating journey from starting solo to progressively growing his accounting practice.

Listen in as Marco recounts the early days of his career, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of establishing himself in the competitive world of accounting. He'll d...

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Welcome to a captivating episode of "Ambitious Accountants" with our special guest, Alex Abey, the Director of Peregrine Accountants. In this episode, Alex shares his inspiring journey to becoming an expert in Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF) and his experiences as a successful business owner and accountant.

Moreover, Alex discusses his path to success in the accounting industry, sharing personal stories and lessons learned...

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Join us for another enlightening episode of "Ambitious Accountants" where we have the pleasure of welcoming Di Crawford-Errington, Managing Director and Master Problem Solver of Ontrack Bookkeeping Limited. Di, who also serves as the President of the Institute of Certified NZ Bookkeepers, brings her unique perspective and vast experience to our show.

In today's episode, Di delves into the evolving landscape of bookkee...

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Welcome to a truly inspiring episode of 'Leading the Journey with Positivity,' where we're joined by the dynamic Tracey Rubens, Principal at Appy Books. Tracey brings a unique blend of warmth and wisdom to our conversation, sharing how she leads with positivity in both her professional and personal life.

In this episode, Tracey unveils how she's revolutionizing client experiences at Appy Books through smart autom...

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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ New Episode Alert on Ambitious Accountants Podcast!

We're thrilled to welcome Lisa Mead, the innovative Director of Social Currency, straight from Christchurch, New Zealand. In this episode, Lisa unveils the inspiring story behind starting her firm, Social Currency, and how she's masterfully blended her passion for community impact with her expertise in numbers.

๐ŸŒŸ Discover how Lisa's vision is ...

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Introducing Emma Wong, Director of EMS Accounting Services Ltd. Dive into Emma's captivating journey as she shares how she accidentally fell in love with accounting and her path from the early days of her career to founding her own practice.

๐ŸŒŸ A tale of passion, perseverance, and the unexpected twists of life. Don't miss it! ๐Ÿš€๐ŸŽง

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Meet Pat Robards of Robards Advisory. A seasoned Accountant Advisor, Pat joins the Ambitious Accountants podcast to share his belief that it's never too late to chase a dream.

๐ŸŒŸ Listen in as Pat emphasizes the power of passion and the potential to make a difference at any stage in life.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Tune in for an inspiring chat with Pat Robards! ๐Ÿš€๐ŸŽง

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Meet Cissy Ma, FCPA GAICD, a visionary in the world of finance. With her extensive credentials and vast experience, Cissy brings a wealth of knowledge to the Ambitious Accountants podcast. Hailing from a diverse background, she exemplifies the evolution of modern accounting and governance.

๐ŸŒŸ Join us as Cissy sheds light on the intricacies of financial leadership and its pivotal role in today's business landscape. For...

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๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Episode 4 is NOW LIVE!

Join us as we sit down with the inspiring Francoise Le Marrec, Director of Strategico. From her first steps in accounting to falling head over heels for New Zealand's charm, Francoise's journey is a testament to following one's heart and passion. ๐ŸŒโค๏ธ

๐ŸŒŸ Tune in to hear how a tourist's admiration turned into a life-changing decision, and how Francoise is now living her dream life while m...

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