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The Unique CPA

Randy Crabtree, CPA

Over more than five years and 200 episodes, The Unique CPA has blossomed from "just an accounting podcast" into a community of thriving accounting professionals. With personal fulfillment and energizing, passionate work at the top of our list of priorities, we"re keeping you at the forefront of the changing face of public accounting through conversations with fascinating leaders who understand that the one constant in the accounting profession is change: Change in our approach to the demands of the

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47:23

Automation: The Key to Scaling New Heights

The Unique CPA ·

2023/06/06

Joe Woodard joins Randy for Episode 108 to talk about June's Scaling New Heights conference and automation as the key to helping your business soar. The founder of Woodard, a nationally recognized CPA coaching membership, and co-host of The Woodard Report podcast with Heather Satterly, Joe offers a road map for firms that are looking to automate more of their processes, shares tips for how to get it done in an efficient, scalable way, and relieves tensions around the onslaught of AI solutions with

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23:37

A Panorama of Business Success

The Unique CPA ·

2023/05/30

Randy welcomes Tina White, the founder of Panoramic Academy, on Episode 107 of The Unique CPA. Tina started her career in the public accounting world, then transitioned to ownership of an HVAC servicing company, and now runs Panoramic Academy, which specializes in coaching business owners to improve their financials and make their companies self-sufficient. She discusses how important advisory services are in the accountant / business relationship, the human element of that connection, and how

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43:51

Breaking the Mold: Making Your Firm Profitable

The Unique CPA ·

2023/05/23

Randy welcomes Jody Grunden of Anders CPAs on Episode 106 of The Unique CPA. A two-time author, speaker and visionary, Jody helped pioneer virtual CFO services as well as subscription-based billing in the accounting profession, creating new ways for firms to do business. He recounts his unusual journey, including tales of lost luggage and declined credit cards as he tried to finally solidify a stable business. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

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45:23

Anytime, Anywhere Work: The Key to Staffing

The Unique CPA ·

2023/05/16

On Episode 105 of The Unique CPA, Jennifer Lee Wilson returns and is joined by Renee Moelders to talk to Randy about the latest, encouraging results of ConvergenceCoaching’s biennial Anytime, Anywhere Work survey. The survey results are available for free, and they show big developments for firms in making work more flexible and more accessible. The trend indicates that these were the firms not having trouble attracting new talent or keeping existing talent: Perhaps an unsurprising consequence, but

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32:12

#TaxTwitter Retreat Unveiled!

The Unique CPA ·

2023/05/09

Mary McDonald joins Randy Crabtree on Episode 104 of The Unique CPA to talk about #TaxTwitter. When Mary, Dan Heron, and Allison McLeod started planning the TaxTwitter Retreat, they had no idea that it would far exceed their expectations, potentially bringing together professionals from various areas of the tax industry in an environment of camaraderie, learning, and even wine and beer tastings—the latter, thanks to Randy! Who knew that the power of community and networking could lead to such

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42:40

Understand How the Profession REALLY Works

The Unique CPA ·

2023/05/02

On Episode 103 of The Unique CPA, Randy is joined once again by Donny Shimamoto of IntrapriseTechKnowlogies and The Center for Accounting Transformation. With the busy season completed, Donny is now looking towards solutions to improve the wellbeing of the members of the profession and strategies for healthy firm culture and growth—and he has commissioned two research studies to find out how best to accomplish those goals: one on advisory services, and one on staffing strategies. The two discuss all

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44:57

You Heard It Here, Too!

The Unique CPA ·

2023/04/25

Continuing the theme of special episodes around the century mark, The Unique CPA presents a re-broadcast of Randy Crabtree’s recent appearance On The Air with Accounting Today. Host Daniel Hood leads a discussion with Randy and other guests David Bergstein and Jasen Stein of the AccounTrends Podcast focusing on the future of accounting and how best to stay on top of all the changes the profession is undergoing. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

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52:13

The First 100, Part 2: Hearing from the Guests

The Unique CPA ·

2023/04/21

We're back with Part 2 of The Unique CPA's celebration of reaching the 100 episode milestone, with Episode 101. Randy is once again the “guest,” and producer Justin Grant of Professional Productions.net continues his hosting duties, as the two listen and respond to messages and questions sent in by several past and future guests on the show. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

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42:42

Looking Back on the First 100

The Unique CPA ·

2023/04/18

The Unique CPA has reached a milestone on Episode 100, and the tables have been turned on Randy! Longtime producer Justin Grant, founder of Professional Productions, asks the questions on this special episode, which in addition to being the hundredth, is also the first Unique CPA Happy Hour episode. Wondering what that’s all about? Tune in and find out—there are a few more surprises waiting, too! Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

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40:15

A Better Way: The Licensing Model

The Unique CPA ·

2023/04/11

On episode 99 of The Unique CPA, Randy is joined by John Briggs, the Founder and CEO of Incite Tax. John has created a very unique model through Incite, whereby accountants may enter a licensing agreement with Incite, which handles the backend systems and lead generation, while allowing the accountants to have their own lucrative practices without working 60 or 70 hours a week. He explains his idea and his passion for bettering the accounting community, preventing the dehumanizations of its members,

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30:37

Financial Planning: Integration Made Easy

The Unique CPA ·

2023/04/04

Things are changed up on Episode 98 of The Unique CPA as Randy co-hosts with past guest Stephen Vono. Together, they talk with John Pastore of Integrated Financial Partners, discussing the importance and profitability of integrating financial planning services into your accounting practice, and the process IFP has developed with the goal of making it a seamless process. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

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45:42

The Impact of Tech and Social Media

The Unique CPA ·

2023/03/28

On Episode 97 of The Unique CPA, Randy sits down with Jason Staats, founder of Realize, a community of accounting leaders, and the co-host of the AutomationTown podcast. The former owner of Brenner & Company, LLP in Salem, Oregon, Jason has turned his attention to Realize full time, as well as to marketing via social media. The two discuss Jason’s social media presence, tech solutions to increase accounting productivity, and much more. Get the full show notes and more resources

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47:09

Seismic Shifts in the Profession

The Unique CPA ·

2023/03/21

Daniel Hood, Editor-in-Chief of Accounting Today, joins Randy for Episode 96 of The Unique CPA. Daniel has served in his current capacity since 2011, and has covered the accounting industry for much longer. He recounts what he considers some of the top ways the profession is currently transforming, and what individuals and firms alike need to do to stay on top of these changes. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

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40:59

Not Just a Buzzword: Emotional Intelligence

The Unique CPA ·

2023/03/14

Randy is joined by Heath Alloway of the Upstream Leader podcast for Episode 95 of The Unique CPA. Intelligence as it’s been traditionally viewed, is less important to the accounting professional and to leadership than a more vital factor: emotional intelligence. Heath talks about his journey to understand the impact of emotional intelligence, highlights the ways high levels of emotional intelligence and empathy positively impact people and firms, and discusses strategies for developing what he says

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40:45

Right-Sizing: A Firm Must

The Unique CPA ·

2023/03/07

Jennifer Wilson of ConvergenceCoaching joins Randy on Episode 94 of The Unique CPA. Jennifer is a champion of right-sizing your accounting firm, which sometimes means difficult decisions for the sake of your employees, up to and including firing bad clients in order to, as Jennifer puts it, to “bring hope to the troops.” She shares some strategies for how to get to the right size, with a reminder that it’s the best path to prime your firm for growth. Get the full show notes and more resources

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46:10

Making Your Firm Work for You

The Unique CPA ·

2023/02/28

Randy welcomes Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center, on Episode 93 of The Unique CPA. The host of his own podcast, Building the Premier Accounting Firm, Roger talks to Randy about the systematic approach and educational process Universal Accounting offers to firms to grow, systematize, and improve the efficiency of their practices. He also shares some helpful tips and discusses the importance of focusing on your and others' mental health. Get the full show notes and more resources

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40:37

A Modern Approach to Accounting

The Unique CPA ·

2023/02/21

On Episode 92 of The Unique CPA, Randy talks to Brandon Hall, the Real Estate CPA, about his modern approach to building an accounting firm: Results-based work tracking with no hours or hourly billing, a fully remote office staffed by accountants and tax advisors from all over the country, revenue targets reached through creative, content-based marketing, and more. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com

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ABC March Appness: The Accounting Bracket Challenge

The Unique CPA ·

2023/02/14

On Episode 91 of The Unique CPA, Randy welcomes back friend of the podcast, Scott Scarano, who also co-hosted The Unique CPA's celebration at the Beer Temple in Chicago in the summer of 2022. Scott is the founder of Accounting High, and he also hosts the podcast of the same name, formerly known as the Sons of CPAs. Scott brings some exciting news: March Appness 2023, also known as ABC, the Accountant Bracket Challenge, where you can nominate your top five apps and platforms that contribute to all of

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31:19

Change for the Better

The Unique CPA ·

2023/02/07

On Episode 90 of The Unique CPA, Randy is joined by Donny Shimamoto, Founder and Managing Director of IntrapriseTechKnowlogies, LLC, and “Inspiration Architect” at The Center for Accounting Transformation. An undisputed leader in the accounting industry, with accolades from Accounting Today, CPA Practice Advisor, CPA Technology Advisor and more, Donny's message is one of inclusivity, diversity, and belonging—and it's boiled down by the URL of The Center for Accounting Transformation's website:

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29:09

Revolutionizing the Accounting Industry Model

The Unique CPA ·

2023/01/31

On Episode 89 of The Unique CPA, Randy chats with Dominique Molina, President of the American Institute of Certified Tax Planners. Dominique talks about her early days as a CPA, and how she thought opening her own practice would eliminate a lot of the negatives associated with working in the accounting profession. She realized, however, that a few more steps were necessary—with the key being control over one's own business and time. She discusses how accounting firms can achieve this, as well as

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