Taylor Schaude joins this episode to discuss the intersection of startups, AI, and accounting. The conversation begins with personal updates and a look at Atlanta's growth, highlighted by Mailchimp's acquisition. They explore the dynamics of venture capital, career transitions, and Taylor's experiences with 500 Startups. The episode delves into Delta's community role in Atlanta and compares startup collaboration with corporate risk-taking. Taylor introduces tax GPT and the evolution of Neotax, emphasizing AI's potential in democratizing tax information. The discussion covers AI adoption in accounting, hiring challenges, and finding passion in work, concluding with book and dining recommendations.

(0:00) Introduction, weather discussion, and personal updates (5:03) Growth in Atlanta and Mailchimp's acquisition (12:15) Venture capital culture and career transitions (18:45) Joining 500 Startups and travel challenges (22:28) Delta's community impact in Atlanta (25:15) Collaboration and risk appetite in startups vs. large corporations (30:05) Introduction to tax GPT and Neotax evolution (38:30) AI agents and their applications in tax (46:59) Democratizing tax information with AI (50:56) Hiring challenges and AI in accounting (53:02) Adoption of AI in accounting and potential disruptions (57:39) Finding passion and purpose in work (1:00:27) Book recommendation and favorite dining spots (1:01:48) Closing remarks and thanks

Discover how TaxGPT is transforming the tax industry by making complex tax laws accessible to everyone. Built on the most advanced tax-focused AI, TaxGPT empowers tax professionals, businesses, and individuals with cutting-edge tools to streamline workflows, automate research, and turn tax compliance into a strategic advantage. In this conversation, we explore the role of AI in service industries, the future of tax automation, and how leveraging AI-driven tax insights can revolutionize business operations. Plus, a fresh perspective on finding balance in work and life.