The Fun CPA Podcast
It is no secret that the accounting profession needs a fresh perspective after years of status quo.
The Fun CPA podcast aims to bring exactly that. Fun, refreshing and unique perspective on a profession that needs it the most.
The conversations I will bring to you will bring you and your firm value. We discuss pricing, firm management, technology, social media and mental health. The guests on the show range from small accounting firm owners to big firm partners to incredible mental health coaches to our profession and much much more.
Give it a listen, the fresh perspective you been waiting on is here!
Episodes
23 episodes
Ryan Lazanis - The Future of Accounting
In this week’s episode, host Yuri Kapilovich sits down with Ryan Lazanis, founder of Future Firm and a CPA himself. Together they discuss Ryan’s journey from CPA, to owner, to innovator – from this beginnings in a corporate office and the n...
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37:58
An introduction to TaxDome with Ilya Radzinsky & Kelly Rohrs
In this episode we dive in to the ins and outs of TaxDome. The features, components and use cases for one of the best practice management software out there. Here are the all stars featured in this podcast: Kelly R...
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30:06
PorterHouse Party - Top notch steak at your house
From sourcing the highest quality steak to providing a one of a kind party experience at the comfort of your home, Joey & Pete will bring it all with PorterHouse Party. An idea born out of backyard cookouts turn...
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38:52
Katherine Studley: OnlyFans, Sex Workers and Taxes
Did you ever wonder what the tax and business implications of OnlyFans creators are like?Look no further and join me and Katherine Studley (AKA TheOnlyConsultant) on a deep dive of the specific issues that OnlyFans creators an...
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Episode 20
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55:16
WilkinGuttenplan - The 40 year journey
This one is near and dear to my heart because I got to spend 1.5 years of my career at this firm and now I had the opportunity to sit down and chat with the original founders: Ed Wilkin and Ed Guttenplan. Their slogan of two Eds are better than...
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39:12
Rahul Patel - Attorney, entrepreneur, and speaker
We always see the end result and, very rarely, do we know the backstories of how people got to where they are. Rahul is no exception to his, having started his journey with $800 in his bank account living in a motel and chasing his...
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57:50
Special Release - The basics of Mortgages by Matthew Schofield
In addition to the main theme of The Capital Contribution I will be throwing in the audio files from my newly released YouTube series where we chat about the basics of things and things you should have learned in high school.The ser...
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1:11:41
Scott Jolly - The ups and downs of entrepreneurship
What do you do when your business fails? Many people talk about self-employment being the only and there is "no way back" well for Scott Jolly going back to W-2 was a simple necessity and there was nothing wrong with it!Tune in to h...
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Episode 16
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47:38
Manny Torres - From Graphic designer to B2B growth amplifier
In the self-employed journey adjustments are key. Whether a revision of your methodology, whole business line change, or minor tweaks they are important to the overall growth.Manny has experiencing adjustments in his self-employed journ...
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Episode 15
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39:11
Chase Birky - Building an accounting firm in 21st Century
Most think of the traditional accounting firm as a sole practitioner building up their book of business slowly in their home. Chase Birky of Dark Horse, CPA is reimagining this concept into the 21st century.With a resource based approac...
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Episode 14
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44:32
Adam Posner - Fired by Gary V to Self employed
Did you ever wonder what it is like to land your dream job at Vayner Media and shortly thereafter be fired by Gary V?Adam Posner's story is one that features exactly that. From landing his dream job with Gary V to re-evaluating his ...
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49:35
Kimberly W - DPT turned real estate entrepreneur
Following your passion is something that Kim feel very strongly about.After finishing a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and working for a short few months, Kim quit her job and went fully into the real estate investment world. Thi...
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45:45
Massimo DiDomenico - From bus boy to social media entrepreneur
You ever wonder what it is like to have 200K + followers? Massimo shares his journey and story on getting there.Starting from standing up at his community college desk and say "I am out of here!! Who is coming with me??" to travelin...
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Episode 11
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1:03:04
Zane Stevens - Leaving behind a life in South Africa to become the California Wine Accountant
Uprooting your life is never easy, moving countries is never easy and starting a business is never easy. Zane did all 3 and has become known as one of the most sought after accountant in the wine industry.From KPMG South Africa office t...
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Episode 10
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56:09
Brandon Hall - Bringing the accounting industry into the year 2022
In today's episode we bring you another accounting all star that is revolutionizing the industry.From working in big 4 audit to launching his own firm with minimal tax experience, Brandon has quickly learned the necessary skills needed ...
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Episode 9
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1:23:22
Elliot Mark - From soccer all-star to entrepreneur
Navigating career choices in the athlete world can be challenging and turbulent. Elliot shares his journey of being an all-star soccer player and finding a niche need in helping high school students with the college recruitment process....
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Episode 8
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48:47
Ryan Sullivan - Mechanic turned podcaster, rapper, DJ
Ryan is the true example of following a passion early on, against many odds and with lots of divergences along the way. The best way to describe Ryan's journey is the repetitive theme of the cliff notes of his last 7 years. Here is...
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Episode 7
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49:05
Fernando Angelucci - From $6K savings to $150 Million in Self Storage
You saw the title right. Fernando quit his job as an engineer with $6,000 in savings and started following his passion. Tune in to today's episode where we learn about Fernando's path to becoming the Senior Managing Partner of Impa...
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49:14
Allan Koltin - The accounting industry M&A and consulting legend
When it comes to the accounting industry, Allan Koltin is the man with the plan. From being fired early on in his career, to finding his own niche in the industry as the premiere M&A and consulting guru working with the TOP accounting firms...
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Episode 5
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42:29
Adam Dickert & Dan Salonis - From living on $20 wawa gift cards to Real Estate deal syndicators
Relationships and networking is everything in life and in business. Adam & Dan are the quintessential examples of being movers and shakers in the real estate industry. Having both met at Marcus & Millichap, they learned the...
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Episode 4
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1:15:48
David Choi - From intern to real estate CEO
Maintaining life-long relationships is one of the keys to success in the business world. David started out as an intern under my supervision at EisnerAmper and eventually left the W-2 world to grow a real estate rocket ship that helps generate ...
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Episode 3
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38:55
Roman Zelichenko - Ditching the attorney W-2 to become an immigration tech entrepreneur
Did you ever have such a passion for your industry but felt that the technology servicing this industry needs an upgrade to the 21st century? Roman did!Roman wanted the intellectual challenge of law school and obtained his JD degree and...
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Episode 2
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57:29
The Essential Jason Nelson - from marketing to wedding entertainer
Did you ever have a passion for something that is completely outside of the career path you studied in college for?Jason Nelson did. He studied marketing for 4 years in Rutgers Business School and got a great job with Barnes & Noble...
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Episode 1
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