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The Guide at Accounting High

It's Guidance Class at Accounting High. Find Your North Star, with Scott Scarano (OKR).

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Last Episode Date: 5 February 2024

Total Episodes: 8

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5 February 2024
Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 2

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeInfinite Game of Accounting Vol. 2Season 1 Episode 8FACULTY: Clayton OatesCLASS: #TheGuideTITLE: Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 2In this podcast episode, Scott and Clayton Oates engage in a discussion surrounding accounting principles, business partnerships, and insights drawn from Simon Sinek's book "Infinite Game." The conversation encompasses a wide range of topics, including the interpretation of freedom, embracing life's challenges, transitioning from finite to infinite mindsets, book recommendations, integrating ancient wisdom into contemporary practices, strategies for infinite players dealing with finite players, and the significance of collective mindsetWhat does Freedom Mean?The second mountain, life happens for you not to youThe finite and infinite gamePartnershipsFrom the Finite to the InfiniteList of booksAncient wisdom and new generationsInfinite players dealing with finite playersHow to vet partners for finite or infiniteTech and Tax, Vendor or Partner? Who works for who or with who?Accepting and giving backProject positivityEnergizing eventsPlaying off others' energyDon't set your goals with things you can't controlWe mindset versus me mindsetShout Outs:Ron Baker, Brian Irwin, Tim O’Reilly, Liz Mason, Steve Baer, Tim Ferris, Tony Robbins, Michael Gerber, Mark Andreesson, Finite and Infinite Games by James Cast, Infinite Game by Simon Sinek, Atomic Habits by James Clear, Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday, The Second Mountain by David Brooks, Obstacle is the way by Ryan Holiday, The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday, Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday00:09:36 What does Freedom Mean?00:11:54 The second mountain, life happens for you not to you00:14:37 The finite and infinite game  00:18:28 Partnerships00:22:55 From the Finite to the Infinite00:24:23 List of books00:26:48 Ancient wisdom and new generations00:28:54 Infinite players dealing with finite players00:37:30 How to vet partners for finite or infinite00:42:17 Tech and Tax, Vendor or Partner? Who works for who or with who?00:44:17 accepting and giving back00:47:55 Project positivity00:49:21 Energizing events00:49:24 Playing off others' energy00:50:55 Don't set your goals with things you can't control 00:52:53 We mindset versus me mindset

58 min
Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 1
29 January 2024
Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 1

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeInfinite Game of Accounting Vol. 1Season 1 Episode 7FACULTY: Twyla VerhelstCLASS: #TheGuideTITLE: Infinite Game of Accounting Vol. 1In this podcast episode, Scott and Twyla Verhelst of FreshBooks review the book "Infinite Game" by Simon Sinek. They learn to distinguish between finite and infinite games, contrasting short-term versus long-term mindsets. They discuss the role of technology in an infinite game context, exploring competition versus "coopertition," insights into FreshBooks' internal workings, and conclude with a rap parody titled "Infinite Sinek" and the final grades or assessments of the book.Simon Sinek's Golden CircleWhy this book, Infinite Game?Defining Finite and Infinite GamesShort Versus Long Term MindsetAccounting Need vs WantTech and the Infinite GameCompetition/CoopertitionPulling back the curtain at FreshBooksThe Five Keys to playing the Infinite GameA Just CauseBuild A Trusting TeamMotivated by Worthy RivalsPrepare for Existential FlexibilityCourage to be a LeaderInfinite Sinek (a parody of Infinite by Eminem)Final GradesShout Outs:Clayton Oates, Jason Staats, Ryan Lazanis, Adam Grant, Nikole Mackenzie, Alex Miles, David Barrett, Freshbooks, Effortless by Greg McCown, Infinite Game by Simon Sinek, FreshPack, AcuityCon00:02:08 Simon Sinek's Golden Circle00:03:52 Why this book, Infinite Game?00:05:54 Defining Finite and Infinite Games00:11:17 Short Versus Long Term Mindset00:13:04 Accounting Need versus Want  00:16:51 Tech and the Infinite Game00:18:17 Competition/Coopertition 00:19:05 Pulling back the curtain at FreshBooks  00:24:10 The Five Keys to playing the Infinite Game00:26:36 A Just Cause00:31:09 Build A Trusting Team00:36:20 Motivated by Worthy Rivals 00:42:50 Prepare for Existential Flexibility00:47:30 Courage to be a Leader00:52:27 Infinite Sinek (a parody of Infinite by Eminem)00:56:40 Final Grades

59 min
Find Your Purpose
22 January 2024
Find Your Purpose

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeFind Your PurposeSeason 1 Episode 6FACULTY: Nikole MackenzieCLASS: #TheGuideTITLE: Find Your PurposeIn this podcast episode, Scott and Nikole "Coach Mack" Mackenzie engage in a discussion centered around finding one's purpose in the accounting industry. They explore various aspects related to discovering purpose, including the exploration of quadrants of potential, insights into life after finding one's purpose, considerations about passion and fulfillment, and Nikole's personal insights and reflections on her purpose.Finding PurposeQuadrants of PotentialLeaders vs CreatorsGuidesCoaches and MentorsCharismatic LeaderTakeaways from Categories to Find PurposeAfter You Find Your PurposePassion and FulfillmentNik's PurposeShout Outs:Dave Olson, Liz Mason, Blake Oliver, Ryan Lazanis, Kenji Kuramoto, Mary Delaney, Ron Baker, Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty, The Cloud Accounting Podcast, Earmark00:03:06 Finding Purpose00:10:24 Quadrants of Potential 00:14:33 Leaders vs Creators00:23:17 Guides00:24:23 Coaches and Mentors00:27:35 Charismatic Leader00:28:51 Takeaways from Categories to Find Purpose00:37:23 After You Find Your Purpose00:44:32 Passion and Fulfillment00:50:52 Nik's Purpose

57 min
Your Ego is Your Enemy
15 January 2024
Your Ego is Your Enemy

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeYour Ego is Your EnemySeason 1 Episode 5FACULTY: Twyla VerhelstCLASS: #TheGuideTITLE: Your Ego is Your EnemyIn this podcast episode, Scott and Twyla Verhelst of FreshBooks review the book "Ego is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday. The discussion revolves around different phases outlined in the book—Aspire, Success, and Failure—and their relationship with ego. They delve into the various responses to failure or success, the importance of awareness in managing ego, connecting concepts from "Atomic Habits" and "Infinite Game" to the themes in "Ego is the Enemy," and concluding remarks to wrap up the discussion.AH (re)IntroPhase 1: AspireThe Factor of GenderPhase 2: SuccessAwarenessPhase 3: FailureThree Responses to Failure or SuccessBridging Atomic Habits and Infinite GameWrapping UpShout Outs:00:02:24 AH (re)Intro00:07:13 Phase 1: Aspire00:11:51 The Factor of Gender00:15:52 Phase 2: Success00:21:40 Awareness00:24:49 Phase 3: Failure00:27:21 Three Responses to Failure or Success00:30:17 Bridging Atomic Habits and Infinite Game 00:34:01 Wrapping Up

39 min
David Barrett or Goliath
8 January 2024
David Barrett or Goliath

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeDavid Barrett or GoliathSeason 1 Episode 4FACULTY: David Barrett and Nikole MackenzieCLASS: #TheGuideTITLE: David Barrett or GoliathScott and Nikole engage in an insightful discussion with David Barrett, the Founder and CEO of Expensify, covering various aspects such as the role of Expensify in transforming the accounting profession, dealing with critics, personal challenges, creativity, and the evolving landscape of social networks and technology.How can Expensify help change the accounting profession?How do you respond to the Haters?Do you Experience Self Doubt?CreativityExpensiCon IIIAre you David or Goliath?What does the 10th Age look like?Social NetworksExpensify the Social NetworkSuperapp Shout Outs:N/A00:03:09 How can Expensify help change the accounting profession?00:06:15 How do you respond to the Haters?00:08:35 Do you Experience Self Doubt?00:13:30 Creativity00:18:37 ExpensiCon III00:26:47 Are you David or Goliath?00:29:23 What does the 10th Age look like?00:31:12 Social Networks00:33:30 Expensify the Social Network00:41:50 Superapp

44 min
Atomic Habits vol. 3
1 January 2024
Atomic Habits vol. 3

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeAtomic Habits vol. 3Season 1 Episode 3FACULTY: Twela VerhelstCLASS: #TheGuideTITLE: Atomic Habits vol. 3In this podcast episode, Scott and Twyla Verhelst from FreshBooks conclude their three-part mini-series by reviewing "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. They discuss various key chapters focusing on finding strengths, optimizing career efforts, the Goldilocks Rule, the drawbacks of habit creation, avoiding excessive attachment to identity, the importance of awareness, the Four Laws outlined by Clear, conducting After Action Reviews, and conclude with final thoughts on the book.Finding Your StrengthsCareer Best Efforts The Goldilocks RuleDownsides of Creating HabitsDon't Get too Attached to an IdentityLack of Awareness is PoisonSticky Notes on the Four LawsAfter Action ReviewFinal ThoughtsShout Outs:Scott Adams, Mike Michalowicz

48 min
18 December 2023
Atomic Habits for Accountants Vol. 2

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeIn the second episode of The Guide at Accounting High, Scott Scarano and Twyla Verhelst from FreshBooks delve into the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. The discussion revolves around Clear's concepts and laws for building effective habits that stick.First Law: Make it ObviousHabit TrackingSecond Law: Make it AttractiveAutomaticityHabit ShapingFourth Law: Make it SatisfyingRecapThe Guide at Accounting High comes out every Monday, is hosted by Scott Scarano (OKR), and is a production of Accounting High.

43 min
Atomic Habits Vol.1
10 December 2023
Atomic Habits Vol.1

For more Accounting High content, visit the main feed on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YoutubeIn the first episode of The Guide at Accounting High, Scott Scarano (OKR) and Twyla Verhelst of FreshBooks review the book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. They explore the fundamental principles of habits, the importance of action in shaping one's future, the role of systems and processes, and the concept of identity-based habits versus outcome-based habits. The discussion focuses on the actionable insights provided in the book and their implications for personal and professional development.The Fundamentals of HabitsAction as a Vote For Your Future SelfSystems and ProcessesWhat Makes a WinnerTime to Invest in HabitsOutcome-Based vs Identity-Based HabitsVideo Predict Experiment The Guide at Accounting High comes out every Monday, is hosted by Scott Scarano (OKR), and is a production of Accounting High.

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