In this episode of the Heat Bucket Podcast, Liv interviews Ian about his recent experience at Accountex, the premier educational exhibition event in the accounting industry. They delve into the purpose of attending Accountex, the benefits, challenges, and key takeaways from the event.

Key Points:

• Accountex is an education and exhibition event for the accounting industry, featuring talks, panels, and a wide range of exhibitors showcasing products and services.
• Ian explains their history of attending Accountex, from initially finding it unproductive to rediscovering its value during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The main benefits of attending Accountex include staying at the forefront of industry developments, challenging existing beliefs, learning from opposing opinions, and exploring new opportunities.
• Ian and Liv discuss the importance of being open-minded and adaptable to new software and technologies in order to stay ahead in the accounting field.
• They highlight the need for prioritisation and a strategic approach to navigating the overwhelming number of talks and exhibitors at Accountex.
• Ian shares specific examples of how Accountex helped them address challenges and find solutions, such as arranging a session with a Hubdoc expert and gathering insights from industry experts.
• They emphasize the importance of clarity and purpose in making the most of the event, while being selective about engagements and avoiding time-wasting activities.
• Ian reflects on the value of travel time for thinking and planning, as well as the lessons learned from conversations with industry professionals at Accountex.
• They discuss the importance of questioning one's own strategies and plans, overcoming imposter syndrome, and seeking external feedback to gain clarity and confidence.
• The episode concludes with Ian's positive experience at Accountex, the answers they found, and the actionable takeaways that will shape their future plans.

Hello. Welcome to the leaky bucket to podcast. I'm your host in Morgan, and I'm here to make accounting fun and practical. With over 15 years of experience as an accountant and a business owner, I'm excited to share tips and tricks that will help you improve your financial controls and gain the clarity that you need to succeed. 

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