#59 - The Trials and Tribulations of Technology

#59 - The Trials and Tribulations of Technology

Dave is back, and the band is back together for another big episode in the world of accounting! The boys discuss tax time, technology reports and the accounting software landscape that made the news this week. They chat to Greg Murphy, founder of Unleashed Software, about the product and principles behind his business and delve into what technology means for accounting in the in-depth topic.

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#58 - Bookkeeper - Friend or Foe?

#58 - Bookkeeper - Friend or Foe?

In Dave’s absence, Lielette Calleja joins Paul to tackle the hot topics surrounding bookkeeping, including advisory, referrals and even Millennials.

Join them as they dissect both sides to the story, as well as discuss what’s in the news from an accounting software, lending and financial planning standpoint.

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#57 - Branding for Accountants

#57 - Branding for Accountants

Join the boys for another big episode this week, covering everything from marketing to Millennial’s. They address Xero’s financial results, bookkeeping resources, accounting surveys and a lot more.

For the 5 in 5 they’re joined by Carolyn Stebbing, founder of Little Village Creative, to cover five marketing tips for accountants in their branding and publicity.

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#56 - Australian Federal Budget

#56 - Australian Federal Budget

A big week on the back of the Australian Federal Budget, join the boys as they look at some of the reactions (in the news and on social media) and take an in-depth look into some of the finer detail.

The 5-in-5 this week take’s a look into what’s holding Xero back, and there’s the usual best/worst on ground covering topics surrounding the future of work, regulatory compliance and a dreaded sales email!

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#54 - ATO's Debt Process

#54 - ATO's Debt Process

This week, everything from automation to ACCC to the ATO crossed Paul and David’s desks.
If anything, this episode is a must listen because of Paul’s investigative journalism! He drops an exclusive interview with Rob Ravanello, Deputy Commissioner to get his thoughts on the debt process on the back of the Four Corners episode.

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#53 ATO Attacked

#53 ATO Attacked

Massive episode for the boys given what’s happened in the past week. Join Dave and Paul as they run through the best and worst on grounds, covering compliance, culture and collaboration.

They’re joined by Sarah Lawrence to talk about her adventures in the virtual CFO world and the in-depth topic this week is none other than the Fairfax and Four Corner’s attack on the ATO. Not to be missed!

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#52 How To Handle A Short Work Week

#52 How To Handle A Short Work Week

Relaxed and refreshed after the Easter break, they delve into issues, commentary and insight into the future of the accounting profession as far as industry bodies, automation and the competitive landscape are concerned. 

They also sit down with Paul Murray from AccountKit along with discussing their tips for handling a short work week!

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#51 What We Learned About Expo's

#51 What We Learned About Expo's

Everything you need to know in the wash up from the Accounting Business Expo: what they liked, what they didn’t like and how to get the most out of it for next time. Elysse Morgan stops by to give her insight on the intricacies of interviews and the boys cover everything from reverse swing to conventional accounting.

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#50 What To Do When Your Technology Fails

#50 What To Do When Your Technology Fails

A half-century of podcasts and the boys are going strong! A packed show this week delivers some positive news in the way of the CA Program and digitisation, along with some commentary on the other side of the spectrum in the way of banking and dividend imputation.

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