MBA Podcast: Move Beyond Accounting

In this podcast series we talk with financial professionals and entrepreneurs that have successfully discovered how to move beyond accounting for the numbers to add real value.

MBA Podcast: Move Beyond Accounting is a business podcast hosted by Blair Cook, with 22 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Blair Cook hosts MBA Podcast: Move Beyond Accounting, a business show with 22 episodes published.

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  Episode #21

  Ep 21: Etinosa Agnonlahor: The Price is Right - Behavioral Economics Applied to Pricing Strategy

  Aug 7, 202642 minS1

  Unlock the secrets of pricing psychology in this episode of the Move Beyond Accounting Podcast! Join host Blair Cook and special guest Etinosa Agnonlahor, CEO of Decision Alpha, as they explore how behavioral economics influences pricing strategies and financial decision-making.Key takeaways:* Understand the intersection of psychology and pricing.* Learn how to effectively communicate value to customers.* Discover innovative pricing models that can enhance profitability.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:28 Meet Etinosa Agnonlahor01:11 The role of behavioral economics in pricing02:21 How to help clients with pricing strategies04:06 The importance of understanding customer value10:03 Pricing strategies for new products14:35 The impact of AI on pricing20:23 Common pricing strategy failures25:41 Differentiating in a commoditized market30:18 The evolution of pricing strategies35:06 The role of AI in pricing40:24 Navigating inflation and pricing adjustments45:21 How to reach out to Decision AlphaWhat's your biggest challenge with pricing strategies? Drop it in the comments!Subscribe for more insights on financial decision-making and pricing strategies!#PricingStrategy #BehavioralEconomics #FinancialWellness

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  Episode #20

  Ep 20: Dylan Hendrickson: Scaling a Finance Consulting Practice

  Jul 31, 202633 minS1

  Unlock the secrets to successful fractional CFO services with Dylan Hendrickson, co-founder of Staxx! In this episode, we dive deep into how understanding cash flow can transform your business and why traditional accounting methods may not cut it anymore.Key takeaways:* Discover the importance of cash flow forecasting over traditional P&L statements.* Learn how Staxx helps clients recover lost revenue through effective financial oversight.* Hear about the unique journey of a young entrepreneur building a successful accounting firm.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:30 Meet Dylan Hendrickson01:00 The journey to founding Staxx02:30 The importance of cash flow05:00 Success stories from Staxx clients08:00 Building a remote team10:00 The future of StaxxWhat's your biggest challenge with managing cash flow? Drop it in the comments!Subscribe for more insights on accounting and finance!#CFO #Accounting #CashFlow

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  Episode #19

  Ep 19: Cassmer Ward Accounting Leadership Wins

  Jul 24, 202636 minS1

  Unlock the secrets of entrepreneurship and finance with Cassmer Ward on the Move Beyond Accounting Podcast! ️ In this episode, we dive deep into Cassmer's journey from being fired to founding Nexagy, a leading provider of fractional CFO services and co-founding IDE Structural Engineers, a residential engineering firm. Discover how he transformed challenges into opportunities and learn valuable insights on accounting leadership, risk management, and the importance of curiosity in business. Key takeaways: 00:00 Introduction to Cass Ward and his journey 00:01:06 Turning points in his career 00:02:09 The impact of being fired 00:03:27 Founding IDE Structural Engineers 00:06:42 What Nexagy does 00:08:11 Understanding accounting leadership 00:11:09 Client base and industry focus 00:12:36 The value of diverse experiences 00:15:21 Building trust with clients 00:17:53 Distinguishing roles: CFO vs. Controller vs. Bookkeeper 00:19:31 Growing Nexagy through referrals 00:21:30 Leadership philosophy and mentorship 00:24:03 The role of education in leadership 00:29:35 How much does it cost to make a donut? - Cassmer's book 00:32:39 Advice for new graduates entering the workforce 00:35:11 Transitioning from Controller to CFO 00:37:38 Success stories with clients 00:40:09 The Influencing Entrepreneurs Podcast What's your biggest challenge in understanding finance as an entrepreneur? Drop it in the comments! Subscribe for more insights on entrepreneurship and finance! #Entrepreneurship #Finance #Accounting

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  Episode #19

  Ep: 19 Scott Woods Hope Driven Leadership

  Jul 17, 202637 minS1

  Unlock the secrets of impactful leadership in this episode of the Move Beyond Accounting podcast! Join host Blair Cook and Scott Woods, CEO of Advocatus Consulting, as they explore how to drive business success through purpose and collaboration.Key takeaways:* Discover the importance of humility in leadership.* Learn how to create a shared vision for your team.* Understand the role of collaboration in fostering innovation.* Hear a transformative client success story that highlights the power of purpose-driven business.00:00 Introduction00:30 Meet Scott Woods01:00 The importance of impact in business02:30 Leadership and humility04:00 The role of collaboration06:00 Client success story08:00 ConclusionWhat's your biggest challenge with leadership? Drop it in the comments!Subscribe for weekly insights on finance, accounting, and entrepreneurship!

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  Episode #18

  Ep 18: Robert Foss: Why 'Running the Business Better' Is the Simplest Path to Profit (Even in Chaos)

  Jul 10, 202644 minS1

  Unlock the secrets to successful business turnarounds with Rob Foss! In this episode of the Move Beyond Accounting Podcast, we dive deep into the strategies that can save struggling companies and boost their performance. Key takeaways: Understand the importance of internal audit experience for aspiring executives. Learn how to identify and address macro changes in business environments. Discover the role of finance in enabling successful turnarounds. Explore the significance of effective communication with stakeholders. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Rob Foss's career journey 01:06 Insights from internal audit 02:54 Transitioning to operations management 03:07 Building power plants 05:02 Working with Shell 06:28 Helping private equity firms 10:00 Common challenges in turnarounds 12:02 Leadership changes during crises 14:03 Embedding in organizations 16:09 Assessing the situation 19:09 Engaging with employees 21:03 Leadership principles 23:35 Managing turnover 25:37 Strategy vs. execution issues 27:57 Successful turnaround case study 32:45 Finance as an enabler 39:20 Managing lender relationships 41:59 Refinancing options 43:10 Blending CFO and COO roles 45:24 Applicability to other industries What's your biggest challenge with business turnarounds? Drop it in the comments! Subscribe for weekly insights on finance and entrepreneurship! #BusinessTurnaround #Finance #Entrepreneurship

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