246 You Don’t Learn New Things Without Making Mistakes (feat. Ed Mendlowitz, CPA)

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 🔗 Connect With Us On Linkedin! 🔗 Edward Mendlowitz, CPA 📎 https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-mendlowitz-a6a1305/ Scotty OKR Scarano 📎 https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottscarano/ Accounting High 📎 https://www.linkedin.com/company/accounting-high/ 📎 https://www.accountinghigh.com/ Tags: The Guide, Accounting High, Accounting, Podcast, Guidance, Vision, Firm Owners, Advice