AI's 'Killer Function': Personal Agents That Work for You

AI's 'Killer Function': Personal Agents That Work for You

Sam Altman says that helpful agents will be AI's "killer function," integrating deeply into our lives and acting as extensions of ourselves. It sounds like science fiction, but you can start doing this now! In this article, I show you how.

Maybe you shouldn't start a podcast

Maybe you shouldn't start a podcast

In my latest Accounting Today article, I share insights from the 2024 Digital Deep Dive conference, where Brandon Hall and I discussed the realities of podcasting. While our shows have seen remarkable success, we emphasize that podcasting isn't for everyone.

1,500 bogus audits. A $14 million fine. A lifetime ban from the SEC. But no jail time?

1,500 bogus audits. A $14 million fine. A lifetime ban from the SEC. But no jail time?

1,500 bogus audits. A $14 million fine. A lifetime ban from the SEC. But no jail time? On today's live stream, we led with the breaking news about the charges against BF Borgers, a one-partner audit firm charged with faking hundreds of public company audits – including Trump's SPAC.

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Join me live for "Building a Modern CPA Firm" with Alan Whitman

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Join me live for "Building a Modern CPA Firm" with Alan Whitman

Join me on May 08, 2024, at 10:30 am PST for a live-streamed podcast interview with Alan Whitman, the former CEO of Baker Tilly US. Alan will share his advice for how to transform traditional CPA firms into modern, sustainable, and innovative powerhouses.

Why Fines Don't Deter Auditor Misconduct

Why Fines Don't Deter Auditor Misconduct

A small audit firm with only one CPA on the website takes on a multi-billion dollar client. The client turns out to be a fraud. And the auditor? They face a measly $65,000 fine, less than the fees they earned from the audit. It's a true story that David and I shared on The Accounting Podcast. And it's just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the lack of accountability in the auditing profession.

The Burden of Success in Public Accounting

The Burden of Success in Public Accounting

There’s something about public accounting I’ve never understood – as you rise up the ranks, you work more, not less. Shouldn’t it be the other way around? In Episode 378 of The Accounting Podcast, we dive into the numbers. And the numbers do not paint a pretty picture.