Best Big 4 Accounting Firms Podcasts (2024)

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You Only Need These 4 Things to Have a Great Firm 6:22

8h ago6:22

6:22

Running a firm can be complex. But many firm owners overcomplicate it. Discover the only 4 things you truly need to have a great firm.By Ryan Lazanis

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10 Ways We're Getting Serious With Cybersecurity 5:18

1d ago5:18

5:18

Don't take cybersecurity for granted. Learn 10 steps we're using to protect ourselves and how they can help safeguard your business too.By Ryan Lazanis

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My Firm's Best Marketing Wins 5:54

8d ago5:54

5:54

Discover the 4 biggest marketing wins that generated leads and new business for my firm, so you can apply the lessons to your own business.By Ryan Lazanis

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My Firm's Worst Marketing Fails (And Lessons Learned) 5:43

22d ago5:43

5:43

Learn from my marketing missteps at Xen Accounting. In this episode, I share my biggest failures to help you save time, money, and effort.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 83. Mentoring: How To Find & Build Strong Relationships From Both A Mentor’s & Mentee’s Perspective – Dr Ruth Gotian 46:56

16d ago46:56

46:56

Looking for insights into finding, building and maintaining strong mentoring relationships from both a mentor’s and mentee’s perspective? I discussed this, her new book The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring and so much more with Dr Ruth Gotian on Episode 83 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: What are …

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Should Your Firm Niche 4:37

29d ago4:37

4:37

Niching is a powerful tool to cut through the noise. But should your firm do it? And if so, how? Listen to this episode to find out.By Ryan Lazanis

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The 5 Biggest Factors Impacting Your Firm's Valuation [In Order] 5:07

1M ago5:07

5:07

Do you know what actually impacts your firm’s value? Discover the 5 key factors buyers consider when determining your firm's worth.By Ryan Lazanis

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7 Big Misconceptions Firms Have About Overseas Offshoring 6:28

1M ago6:28

6:28

I’ve built remote teams for over a decade. If you want to hire offshore team members, make sure you avoid these 7 big misconceptions.By Ryan Lazanis

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The Pricing Trick to Avoid Price Disagreements 5:38

2M ago5:38

5:38

By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 82. Finding Your Purpose And Unlocking The Leadership Potential Within You – Rashmir Balasubramaniam 58:12

2M ago58:12

58:12

Looking for ideas and strategies to help you find your purpose and unlock the leadership potential within you? I discussed this and so much more with Rashmir Balasubramaniam on Episode 82 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Understanding what success means for you, don’t compare yourself to your peers, …

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Fire Bad Clients to Quickly Add Capacity 4:30

2M ago4:30

4:30

Discover a step-by-step process to rank your clients and eliminate your worst ones, so you can cut workload and boost profitability.By Ryan Lazanis

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4 Steps to More Partnerships 5:28

2M ago5:28

5:28

Leveraging partnerships can grow your business fast if done right. Follow these steps to improve your chances of landing more partnerships.By Ryan Lazanis

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Your Clients Don't Care About What You Do 5:26

2M ago5:26

5:26

Your clients aren't interested in your processes or tasks. Discover what they truly want and how you can better satisfy their needs.By Ryan Lazanis

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Process Improvement is Not a Top Priority 5:23

3M ago5:23

5:23

If your goal is to systematize your firm, improving processes shouldn't be your top priority. Find out why in this episode.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 81. Ordinary Resilience: How To Adapt And Thrive In The Face Of Challenges At Work And In Life – Dr Luis Velasquez 53:17

3M ago53:17

53:17

Looking to learn more about resilience and the strategies that can help you adapt and thrive when challenged at work and in life? I discussed this, his book Ordinary Resilience and so much more with Luis Velasquez, MBA, PhD. on Episode 81 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: How Luis was inspired by his …

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Reminder 3:38

3M ago3:38

3:38

In business, we often lose sight of what’s truly important. This episode serves as a reminder to re-center and focus on what matters most.By Ryan Lazanis

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The Partner Email Swap Marketing Tactic 5:41

3M ago5:41

5:41

Effective marketing doesn’t always have to be complex. Discover a simple yet effective strategy overlooked by most firms.By Ryan Lazanis

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Is In-Person Better Than Remote 4:17

3M ago4:17

4:17

I'm a strong advocate of remote work but in-person shouldn't be overlooked. Find out the benefits and drawbacks of each approach.By Ryan Lazanis

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New Service Idea Time-Saving Accounting Audit 8:05

4M ago8:05

8:05

Most firms struggle to show how they can save clients time. In this episode, I'll share how to market & sell this benefit effectively.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 80. The Laws Of Connection: Strategies To Reshape Your Mindset, Life & Happiness – David Robson 48:02

4M ago48:02

48:02

Looking for social strategies to help you build and maintain your relationships and connections? I discussed this, his latest book The Laws Of Connection and so much more with David Robson on Episode 80 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: How understanding and overcoming the liking gap can help build ne…

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Pricing High Can Make You Busier 5:21

4M ago5:21

5:21

Discover the drawbacks of pricing high. Learn to balance profitability with manageable work hours and scale your services effectively.By Ryan Lazanis

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Making Cybersecurity a Priority in 2024 4:23

4M ago4:23

4:23

Implementing cybersecurity measures to safeguard your firm should be a priority. Discover in this episode why it's very important.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 79. How Understanding Culture Can Help You Build Influence, Your Personal Brand & Your Career – Professor Marcus Collins 48:10

4M ago48:10

48:10

What is Culture and how can understanding it help you build influence, your personal brand and your career. I discussed this, his best-selling book For The Culture and so much more with Professor Marcus Collins on Episode 79 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: How Marcus got his big break running digita…

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The Marketing Tactic You Should Be Using (But Aren't) 4:58

4M ago4:58

4:58

To market to existing clients, you can use various strategies like newsletters, guides, etc. Learn which tactic is better than them all.By Ryan Lazanis

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Do You Even Need Any Marketing 5:08

4M ago5:08

5:08

Marketing is the practice that most firms use to attract new clients. But, do you really need it? Find out in this episode.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 78. How Vision & Exploring Helps You Create A Strategy To Progress At Work – Amanda Gibson 56:21

4M ago56:21

56:21

Looking to understand how having vision and curiosity can help you create a strategy to progress at work and thrive in your career. I discussed this and so much more with Amanda Gibson on Episode 78 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Building your personal brand, What is strategy? Why is vision so impo…

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Perfection Doesn't Scale 5:24

5M ago5:24

5:24

Perfectionism is a common pitfall for accountants, but it stunts business growth. In this episode, I'll share practical tips to overcome it.By Ryan Lazanis

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The Firm Freedom System [6 Steps] 7:39

5M ago7:39

7:39

Many firm owners work too much without a break. In this episode, I'll share a system to boost your profits while cutting your work hours.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 77. How To Bounce Back From Layoff, Rebuild Confidence & Find Career Happiness – Soma Ghosh 58:08

5M ago58:08

58:08

Looking for ideas to help you bounce back from layoff, rebuild your confidence and find career happiness? I discussed this and so much more with Soma Ghosh, award winning career coach of The Career Happiness Mentor and host of The Career Happiness podcast, on Episode 77 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn abou…

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The 4 Goals of Your Discovery Calls 4:48

5M ago4:48

4:48

Discovery calls are set up with potential clients to assess and secure new business. Learn what you need to focus on to be more successful.By Ryan Lazanis

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The Inefficient Marketing Strategy That Works 5:22

5M ago5:22

5:22

A lot of firms struggle with their marketing. In this episode, I shared a marketing strategy that might be inefficient but works.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 76. How To Navigate The Uncertainty & Disruption From M&A And Business Transformation – Jennifer J. Fondrevay 50:44

5M ago50:44

50:44

In this episode, we will learn about potential strategies for navigating the uncertainty, disruption and fear that comes from mergers, acquisitions and other business transformation. I discussed this and so much more with Jennifer J. Fondrevay, the founder of Day1 Ready™ and author of "Now What? A Survivor’s Guide for Thriving Through Mergers and A…

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EY Goes Through Reorg Too 11:29

5M ago11:29

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Turns out EY thinks this is also a good time to do a reorg similar to Deloitte. Listen for details. Check out our website big4accountingfirms.com subscribe to our youtube http://www.youtube.com/c/TheBig4AccountingFirms To subscribe to our podcast on itunes make sure to visit the following link. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-4-accounti…

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Deloitte Restructuring and McKinsey Layoffs 5:56

5M ago5:56

5:56

Learn about recent news regarding Deloitte restructuring and Mckinsey severance packages https://big4accountingfirms.com/the-blog/deloitte-2024-reorg-cost-cut/ https://big4accountingfirms.com/the-blog/mckinsey-offering-severance-instead-layoff-2024/ Check out our website big4accountingfirms.com subscribe to our youtube http://www.youtube.com/c/TheB…

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5 Naive Mistakes I Made As A Firm Owner 5:28

6M ago5:28

5:28

When I was running Xen Accounting, I also had my fair share of mistakes. Check out these mistakes and what should I have done instead.By Ryan Lazanis

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6 Things Your Clients Hate About Your Accounting Firm 6:29

6M ago6:29

6:29

Explore common client frustrations with accounting firms and learn how to avoid them. Get actionable advice in this episode.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 75. How To Become Happier At Work & Find A Job You Love – Aoife O’Brien 52:57

6M ago52:57

52:57

Looking for ideas to become happier at work and strategies to help your job search? I discussed this and so much more with Aoife O’Brien, the founder of Happier at Work and the Happier At Work podcast, on Episode 75 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Aoife taking the initiative to move jobs from Dublin…

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What My Firm's Sales Process Looked Like 5:23

6M ago5:23

5:23

Designing an effective sales process can be tough. In this episode, I'll explain what my sales process looked like and why I made it that way.By Ryan Lazanis

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3 Simple Ways to Collect Feedback From Your Clients 5:24

6M ago5:24

5:24

Level up your firm's customer experience with these three effective methods to gather and understand client feedback.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 74. How Insights From Science Can Boost Your Creativity, Innovation & Career – Dr Jayshree Seth 50:46

6M ago50:46

50:46

How can insights from a successful career in science and engineering boost your creativity, innovation and career? I discussed this and so much more with Dr Jayshree Seth, Corporate Scientist and Chief Science Advocate at 3M, on Episode 74 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Not worrying about where you…

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Productized Services What, Why & How 6:57

7M ago6:57

6:57

Unlocking systematization in your firm can help you scale your business much more easily. In this episode, we’re going to be talking about productized services, what they are, why your firm should be using them, and how to get started.By Ryan Lazanis

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2 Simple Keys to Traction in Your Business 6:00

7M ago6:00

6:00

Getting traction in your business is very important. Discover the ways you can improve yours to be on a closer path to success.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 73. Getting Along: Strategies & Insights To Help You Work With Anyone – Amy Gallo 56:00

7M ago56:00

56:00

Looking for strategies and insights to help you work with anyone? Amy Gallo and I discussed this, her best-selling book Getting Along and so much more on Episode 73 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Don't be afraid to reach out to people you don't know, people are more helpful than you realise and for…

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Ignore Your Competitors (Kinda) 4:34

7M ago4:34

4:34

It's important to know what your competitors are up to. But let's discuss why you should focus on your own personal growth instead.By Ryan Lazanis

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Leave Your Ego at the Door 5:24

7M ago5:24

5:24

Ego can lead many firm owners away from their ultimate objectives. Check out how I was able to manage my ego and why you should too.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 72. Unlocking The Hidden Leadership & Career Potential Within Us – Sandy Seeber-Quayle 57:58

7M ago57:58

57:58

Interested in learning strategies to help unleash the leadership and career potential within ourselves. Sandy Seeber-Quayle and I discussed this and much more on Episode 72 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: How being consistent and taking small steps can compound over time, Growing up in Eastern Germa…

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Delegation 101 5:40

8M ago5:40

5:40

One of the struggles for most firm owners is the effective delegation of tasks. Learn how to delegate and experience more workload reduction.By Ryan Lazanis

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The 1 Business System That Maintains My Sanity 6:16

8M ago6:16

6:16

Learn my journey of implementing a system in my business that shifted me to a much more relaxed and stress-free mindset.By Ryan Lazanis

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Episode 71. Maximum You: Understanding Yourself Better To Elevate Your Career & Life – Emilie West 44:07

8M ago44:07

44:07

Looking for ideas and strategies to help you gain a better understanding of yourself and discover insights to improve your career and life? Emilie West, the author of Maximum You, and I discussed this, her work and much more on Episode 71 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Gaining perspective and seein…