The Smarter Accountant Podcast

Dawn Goldberg, CPA
The Smarter Accountant Podcast

Welcome to The Smarter Accountant Podcast, a unique podcast for CPAs and accountants who are ready to take their careers, businesses and lives to the next level. This is the podcast where brain science meets accounting, revolutionizing the way you approach your professional and personal growth. We believe that success in accounting goes beyond numbers and spreadsheets—it's about understanding your unique accountant brain and leveraging that knowledge to achieve extraordinary results. Are you ready? Let’s go. https://thesmarteraccountant.com/

  1. #86 - What My Recent Cancer Diagnosis Can Teach YOU About Being a Smarter Accountant

    JAN 23

    #86 - What My Recent Cancer Diagnosis Can Teach YOU About Being a Smarter Accountant

    Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed by everything on your plate? Like no matter how hard you work, there’s just too much to handle? What if I told you that even in the most challenging moments, there’s a way to handle it all without burning yourself out? What if I told you that you could learn to work smarter, not harder, starting today? In my latest podcast episode, I’m sharing one of the most personal and transformative experiences of my life—my recent journey through a cancer diagnosis and six months of chemotherapy.  But this episode isn’t just about me. It’s about YOU and what my journey can teach you about becoming a Smarter Accountant. In this episode, I discuss: ✅ Lesson 1: Time Is Your Most Valuable Resource ✅ Lesson 2: Health Is the Foundation for Productivity ✅ Lesson 3: Time Management Starts with Mind Management ✅ Lesson 4: Smarter Doesn’t Mean Harder ✅ Lesson 5: Gratitude Changes Everything ✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Where I’m At Now ✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about what my recent cancer diagnosis can teach YOU about being a Smarter Accountant. And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to to have more sustainable accounting careers, without the struggle. You can read the full show notes HERE You can download the article “Cancer Is a C - The Tool That’s Helping Me Deal With My Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment” HERE You can take The Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

    29 min
  2. #82 - The Accountant's Playbook For Handling Difficult Conversations

    2024-12-26

    #82 - The Accountant's Playbook For Handling Difficult Conversations

    Have you ever caught yourself avoiding a conversation because you’re just not sure how to handle it?  Or maybe you’ve wondered, “How can I bring up this issue without causing friction?”  If you’ve ever found yourself hesitating before a tough talk—whether it’s with a client, colleague, or boss—you’re not alone. In this week’s podcast episode, I’m diving deep into why these conversations are so challenging—and how to approach them in a way that makes them feel more manageable, even productive.  Imagine how much smoother your day would be if you could tackle sensitive topics without the dread, the awkwardness, or the fear of conflict. In this episode, I discuss: ✅ Play 1: Understand the Brain Science Behind Tough Conversations ✅ Play 2: Prepare Your Mindset ✅ Play 3: Set the Stage for Collaboration ✅ Play 4: The Power of Words ✅ Play 5: Master the Art of Listening ✅ Play 6: Close with Confidence ✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Examples Of Mastering Difficult Conversations ✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item   Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about mastering difficult conversations for accountants. And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn how to have happier, more sustainable accounting careers.  We deserve it! You can read the full show notes HERE You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

    29 min

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Welcome to The Smarter Accountant Podcast, a unique podcast for CPAs and accountants who are ready to take their careers, businesses and lives to the next level. This is the podcast where brain science meets accounting, revolutionizing the way you approach your professional and personal growth. We believe that success in accounting goes beyond numbers and spreadsheets—it's about understanding your unique accountant brain and leveraging that knowledge to achieve extraordinary results. Are you ready? Let’s go. https://thesmarteraccountant.com/

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