Episode 246

FACULTY: Ed Mendlowitz, CPA 

In this episode, Scotty interviews Edward Mendlowitz, a storied CPA and author, sharing his extensive experiences and insights on the accounting profession. Mendlowitz discusses the evolution of accounting practices, the importance of passion in one's career, and the necessity for CPAs to adapt to new technologies and trends. Highlighting his personal journey, he speaks on the significance of building relationships and offering valuable advice to clients. The episode also covers Mendlowitz's prolific writing career, his teaching endeavors, and his perspective on the future of the accounting industry.

📣 Shout Outs: Jason Ackerman, Ron Baker, Martin Edelston, Bill Hagerman, Gino Malmacci, CPA Academy, WithumSmith+Brown, QuickBooks, Microsoft

⬇️ Videos Referenced ⬇️

063 So Many Things to Learn (feat. Ed Mendlowitz, CPA)

(https://youtu.be/eKG2GgYYzMQ)

190 Transitioning from CEO to Chairman of the Board (feat. Ed Mendlowitz, CPA)

(https://youtu.be/UNobaMGSQaY)

198 The Timesheet Debate Ed Mendlowitz vs Ron Baker (An Epic Tale in the Saga of Time)

(https://youtu.be/BP1Yq8oa_es)

📚 Book Referenced 📚

“Memoirs of a CPA” by Edward Medlowitz

Chapters:

00:00 Teaser

00:52 Introduction

02:52 What Makes a Successful CPA

03:30 Inspiring the Next Generation

07:12 Career Transitions and Mergers

09:14 Innovative Practices and Marketing

14:43 Writing and Publishing

26:25 Mentorship and Internships

31:50 Discovering a Better Insurance Deal

32:21 Lawsuits in Accounting

32:59 The Evolution of Technology

36:17 The Future of Social Media

40:39 The Changing Landscape of Medicine

45:57 Teaching and Learning

51:58 Stamp Collecting Stories

56:16 Parting Wisdom for CPAs

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