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The opportunity for tax pros in the IRS enforcement surge
Accounting Blake Oliver 8/2/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 8/2/24

The opportunity for tax pros in the IRS enforcement surge

The IRS tidal wave is here. After years of going easy, they're back to enforcing tax laws with a vengeance. Millions of taxpayers are in their crosshairs, from average folks to wealthy jet-setters. But here's the thing: their offensive is your opportunity.

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AICPA's Barry Melancon defends 150-Hour CPA rule
Accounting Blake Oliver 7/17/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 7/17/24

AICPA's Barry Melancon defends 150-Hour CPA rule

In his farewell tour, outgoing AICPA CEO Barry Melancon is defending the 150-hour rule. He claims the extra year of schooling has "elevated" the profession, creating smarter, savvier CPAs. But has it really?

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Study strategies for passing the CPA Exam with ADHD
Accounting Blake Oliver 7/17/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 7/17/24

Study strategies for passing the CPA Exam with ADHD

Imagine trying to pass the CPA exam while struggling with ADHD or ADD. It might seem impossible, but as someone who's been there, I can tell you it's doable. I passed all four sections on the first try, and you can, too, if you use my strategy.

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The shocking numbers behind US presidential assassination attempts
Blake Oliver 7/16/24 Blake Oliver 7/16/24

The shocking numbers behind US presidential assassination attempts

As an accountant, when disaster strikes, I cope by putting numbers to it. So when I heard about the assassination attempt on President Trump this weekend, I did some research.

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Want to outsource but scared to give up control of your digital life?
Accounting Blake Oliver 7/10/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 7/10/24

Want to outsource but scared to give up control of your digital life?

\I've always hesitated to hand over the keys to my inbox to some random virtual assistant. But after chatting with Kwame Agyei, an outsourcing expert, on The Accounting Podcast, I realized my concerns were likely more psychological than practical.

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My ADHD accounting journey
Accounting Blake Oliver 7/2/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 7/2/24

My ADHD accounting journey

So recently, I found out I have ADHD. I was diagnosed 30 years ago but didn't know it. Here's what happened.

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CFO Magazine feature: The new face of finance careers
Accounting Blake Oliver 6/29/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 6/29/24

CFO Magazine feature: The new face of finance careers

What do DUDE Wipes, Instagram influencers, and CPE podcasts have in common? They're all part of the new face of accounting and finance careers.

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The secret to great CFO leadership? Ditch the foosball table
Leadership Blake Oliver 6/27/24 Leadership Blake Oliver 6/27/24

The secret to great CFO leadership? Ditch the foosball table

Being a CFO isn't just about crunching numbers anymore. It's about connecting with your team on a human level. That's not always easy for number-crunchers.

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Is the secret to a more efficient accounting firm... working less?
Accounting Blake Oliver 6/22/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 6/22/24

Is the secret to a more efficient accounting firm... working less?

In a recent episode of my Earmark Podcast, I spoke with John Briggs about his "3.3 Rule" for productivity, which has enabled John's team to averaged just 42 hours a week during tax season for the past three years.

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Want to solve the US accountant shortage? Argentina may have the solution.
Accounting Blake Oliver 6/20/24 Accounting Blake Oliver 6/20/24

Want to solve the US accountant shortage? Argentina may have the solution.

Want to solve the US accountant shortage? Argentina may have the solution! I know it sounds crazy, but hear me out...

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