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Welcome to the CPA Life Podcast

Public accounting is at a crossroads. After 150 years of “we’ve always done it that way,” the profession faces a talent crisis driven by fewer graduates, rising costs, unsustainable work expectations, and a leadership population nearing retirement.

The solution isn’t more of the same.

Join us as we talk to industry insiders who challenged conventional wisdom by rethinking work arrangements, prioritizing wellbeing, and meeting people where they are. They looked at the burnout, stress, and talent exodus and said: “There’s Got To Be a Better Way!”

The difference? They stepped out to FIND IT.

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From Tradition to Transformation: Catalyzing Growth with Eric Joern

November 13, 2024

Eric Joern started his accounting career at James Hamlin & Co., a traditional firm founded in the 1960s in Antioch, Illinois, right out of college. He joins John Randolph on Episode 54 of CPA Life to talk about his role in transforming that firm into Kaizen CPAs and Advisors, where he now serves as Partner. Doing away with traditional CPA practices to focus on team wellbeing, sustainability, and national impact, Eric shares his journey, the firm’s rebranding efforts, and strategies for maintaining a balanced work environment. With a roughly 50/50 split between in-office and remote workers, systems and processes are key to Kaizen’s success, and maintaining cultural cohesion within the firm, a top priority, highlighting the importance of flexibility, adaptability, and

Technology and Flexibility: Keys to the Profession with Chris Papin

September 25, 2024

CPA Life’s 50 episode milestone marks the beginning of a conversation between John Randolph and Chris Papin, owner and founder of Papin CPA in Edmond, Oklahoma. Discussing the transition from traditional to modern CPA practices, Chris prioritizes sustainability, employee well-being, and client needs. He shares insights into his firm’s growth, innovation in technology, and the challenges of balancing technical skills with client-facing roles. Looking to flexibility as a way to bridge those areas, Chris has looked to unorthodox schedules, remote work, and offshoring as solutions as he’s overseen his payroll doubling in size. Don’t miss part 1 of this two part discussion on how embracing modern practices and technological advancements can help you foster a successful firm

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