The CPA MOMS Podcast

In this episode, Amie Clark opens up about her journey from a family business to becoming a corporate controller, while raising a family along the way.

She shares how real-world experiences shaped her accounting career, why flexibility has been essential and what she's learned about leading both teams and kids with patience and purpose.

From launching payroll weeks after giving birth to redefining boundaries at home, Amie's story is a refreshing reminder that you can build a career and a family without losing yourself in the process.

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In this episode, Nicole Kehl sits down with her two sons and their friends for a candid conversation about what it's really like having a working mom.

From funny Zoom call interruptions to honest reflections about missing time together, these kids share their unfiltered thoughts on work-life balance, presence, and what makes their moms so special.

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In this episode, Nicole sits down with Bianca Weissman, a holistic healthcare practitioner who shares how she blends science, ancestral wisdom, and energy healing to help others heal from the inside out.

From her roots in Brazil to her journey through the Landmark Forum, Bianca offers a powerful look at what it means to truly align mind, body, and spirit. She also unpacks the science behind generational healing, insulin resistance, and how small daily practices can lead to major transformations.

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In this episode, Nicole Kehl sits down with Heather Spreduto, Vice President of Sales Operations at ADP, to explore the critical connection between employee engagement and firm profitability.

With over two decades of leadership experience, Heather shares what the data tells us about why people stay, how appreciation drives performance, and what small firms can do to compete with limited resources.

From practical tips on creating culture to the difference between managing and leading, this episode is full of real-world takeaways for firm owners and team leaders alike.

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In this episode, Nicole sits down with financial advisor Connie Williams of Edward Jones to explore what financial wellness really looks like for busy firm owners.

They discuss common behavioral money traps, how to build lasting financial security, and practical ways to prioritize your own financial health without neglecting your clients.

Whether you're just getting started or looking to optimize your retirement planning, this episode is packed with relatable insights and strategies.

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In this episode, Nicole speaks with occupational therapist Mya Zavaleta about the transformative impact of nature-based therapy on children and families.

With over 20 years of experience and a deeply personal connection to healing outdoors, Mya shares how nature, sensory rituals, and emotional safety can unlock calm, connection, and confidence in neurodivergent kids. You'll hear practical tools, real-life stories, and gentle ways parents can shift family energy by starting with themselves.

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In this episode, Nicole welcomes Stacy Scott, a nurse, mom, grandmother, and host of Mindful Living with Nurse Stacy. They explore the everyday challenges of nutrition on the go, feeding a busy family, and making holistic, healthy choices without falling into guilt.

Stacy shares her journey into whole food, plant-based living and how she empowers her family to make better choices through love, education, and small, sustainable changes.

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In this episode of The CPA MOMS Podcast, Nicole Kehl and Mayumi Young introduce a framework that every CPA mom should know: the Four F's — Financial, Fitness, Firm, and Family.

Mayumi walks listeners through a reflective self-assessment to help identify which areas of life are thriving and which may need attention. Whether you're building a business or balancing motherhood, this episode invites you to define success on your own terms and take the first step toward holistic growth.

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In this interview, CPA and firm owner Cindy Halbert shares how she adapted from manual ledgers to modern-day client portals.

Cindy gets real about her path from burnout to business ownership, the challenge of embracing new technology, and the mindset shifts that made all the difference.

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Leadership doesn't have to look like the old, rigid models we've seen before. In this inspiring conversation, Nicole Kehl sits down with Mayumi Young to talk about redefining leadership for women in accounting.

Together, they unpack the balance between feminine and masculine energy, why so many women hesitate to call themselves leaders, and how to build a practice that aligns with your values and strengths.

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