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How do you become a modern-day Sherlock Holmes? Leah Wietholter interviews guests and equips listeners with tools to decipher evidence to find money based on her unique experience in forensic accounting, investigations and as a Data Sleuth®.

The Data Sleuth Podcast Workman Forensics

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    • 4.8 • 41 Ratings

How do you become a modern-day Sherlock Holmes? Leah Wietholter interviews guests and equips listeners with tools to decipher evidence to find money based on her unique experience in forensic accounting, investigations and as a Data Sleuth®.

    89. Selling Expert Services to Attorneys with Dan Ramey

    89. Selling Expert Services to Attorneys with Dan Ramey

    Today’s episode with Dan Ramey is about how to sell to clients - specifically attorneys. In this episode, Dan and Leah discuss: * Types of services that fall under forensic accounting* How to sell forensic accounting service to attorneys* How to avoid the sales-y feeling* Considerations when starting a forensic accounting practice as a solo practitioner or within a public accounting or consulting firmIn this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com (mailto:podcast@workmanforensics.com).GUEST BIODan is the Founder and President of Houston Financial Forensics, LLC, and Dan T. Ramey, CPA, LLC.  His professional certifications include CPA/CFF/CITP/ABV, CFE, CVA, CIA/CRMA, CISA/CISM, and CMA.  He is a past President of the Houston Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors and formerly a member of the Board of Governors.  Dan previously served as Chairman of the Houston CPA Society's Forensic and Valuation Committee and served two terms as the Treasurer of the Houston Chapter of InfraGard.  Dan is also an adjunct professor at the Hankamer School of Business at Baylor University – Accounting and Business Law Department and the C. T. Bauer School of Business – Accounting Department at the University of Houston, where he currently teaches Forensic Accounting and previously taught Enterprise Risk Management. Both courses are graduate level in the Masters of Accountancy programs.Dan graduated from Baylor University with a BBA in Accounting and from Houston Christian University with an Executive MBA. Dan was awarded the Certified Fraud Examiner of the Year award by the ACFE Houston Area Chapter in December 2019.  In 2020, Dan was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award by the ACFE Houston Area Chapter.  In 2018, he was recognized by the ACFE at their Global Annual Conference in Las Vegas as Educator of the Year.Houston Financial Forensics, LLC is a professional services provider in the areas of fraud investigation, cyber security / cyber fraud risk assessment, forensic accounting, and litigation support.Email: dan@houstonfinancialforensics.comLinkedIn:

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    88. Financial Considerations for Consultants with Martin Holland

    88. Financial Considerations for Consultants with Martin Holland

    In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this ...

    • 41 min
    87. Website and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) with Steven Rydin

    87. Website and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) with Steven Rydin

    In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this ...

    • 41 min
    86. Digital Marketing for Forensic Accountants with Tatiana Spears

    86. Digital Marketing for Forensic Accountants with Tatiana Spears

    In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com (mailto:podcast@workmanforensics.com).Today’s episode with Tatiana Spears is all about things for a forensic accounting professional to consider in the ecosystem that is digital marketing. In this episode, Tatiana and Leah discuss: * Start creating content even if it’s messy* Areas to find inspiration for content* How an online course fits into a digital marketing strategy* Is email marketing dead?Tatiana Spears is Vice President of Marketing & Communications at CareATC, a leading employer-sponsored healthcare provider. With over a decade of marketing and communications experience, Tatiana has collaborated and led teams in various sectors including healthcare, banking and information technology. Most notably, Tatiana has contributed to the launch of the first U.S. crypto banking app with Vast Bank; the first FDA-approved mobile balance testing app with Sway Medical; and successfully raised $2 million dollars for a non-profit capital campaign. She has also worked on projects for top brands including Nintendo, Whole Foods, General Electric, SAP and Coinbase. Tatiana is originally from Los Angeles, California and currently lives in Syracuse, New York with her husband and two children. She loves to bake, hike, spend time with friends and family, and whisper sweet nothings to her overworked Nespresso machine.LinkedIn: Tatiana SpearsTwitter: @tatiaspears (https://twitter.com/tatiaspears)RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODETo access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: datasleuthpodcast.com (http://datasleuthpodcast.com)Content Confident Course: (https://www.tatianaspears.com/content-confident) The way you promote your business online can make all the difference. Let me teach you how to create content with ease and confidence.To learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators (https://www.workmanforensics.com/tig-educators)Order your copy of Leah’s book,

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    85. Marketing & Networking as a Consultant with Amanda Jo Erven, CPA, CIA, CFE, CTQA

    85. Marketing & Networking as a Consultant with Amanda Jo Erven, CPA, CIA, CFE, CTQA

    In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com (mailto:podcast@workmanforensics.com).Today’s episode with Amanda “Jo” Erven is all about networking in the field of forensic accounting. In this episode, Jo and Leah discuss: * Dos and Don’ts of networking on LinkedIn* How to build connections and network when you’re an introvert* How to create organic opportunities for others to approach you at an eventAmanda “Jo” Erven is an auditor, a professor, and an ethics speaker… that prides herself on not being your TYPICAL auditor, professor, or ethics speaker. She believes our path to greatness begins with the “character choice” we make each and every day – and her passion is sharing that with audiences - just like this one! Website: Audit. Consulting. Education.LinkedIn: Amanda Jo ErvenRESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODETo access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: datasleuthpodcast.comTo learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators (https://www.workmanforensics.com/tig-educators)Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations today on Amazon!To register for the 2024 Fraud Retreat Visit: www.fraudretreat.com (http://www.fraudretreat.com)CONNECT WITH WORKMAN FORENSICSConnect with Workman Forensics

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    84. How to Start a Forensic Accounting Practice with Robert Nordlander CPA, CFE

    84. How to Start a Forensic Accounting Practice with Robert Nordlander CPA, CFE

    In this season of the Data Sleuth Podcast, join Leah Wietholter as she discusses the business of forensic accounting with successful professionals who have done just that! As part of this series, Workman Forensics and podcast guests are providing free resources and tools to accompany each episode to help you with your practice whether you’re just starting out or wanting to take it to the next level. Make sure to listen to the end of the episode to find out how to download! Lastly, during the last episode of the season, we are going to answer all of your questions - so if you have any questions about the business of forensic accounting, send them to Leah via YouTube, LinkedIn, or by emailing us at podcast@workmanforensics.com (mailto:podcast@workmanforensics.com).Today’s episode with Robert Nordlander (mailto:Robert@nordlandercpa.com) CPA, CFE is all about how to start a business in the field of forensic accounting. In this episode, Robert and Leah discuss: * Start-up needs, costs, and considerations* Entity structures* Tax setup decisions* Licensing* Specialties/focus areas* Meeting potential clientsOriginally trained as a geologist, Robert Nordlander spent over 20 years as a special agent with IRS-Criminal Investigation. He investigated various tax crimes ranging from simple embezzlement to tax evasion using foreign trusts. He is an author, speaker, podcast host, and consultant to attorneys who need forensic accounting and criminal tax expertise. He has a CPA license, CFE certification, and MBA degree. He is the principal member of Nordlander CPA, PLLC, a boutique forensic accounting and tax resolution practice.Website: www.nordlandercpa.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/robert-nordlanderRESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODETo access the downloads discussed in this episode, visit: datasleuthpodcast.comTo learn more about the Investigation Game Education Edition, visit: workmanforensics.com/tig-educators (https://www.workmanforensics.com/tig-educators)Order your copy of Leah’s book, Data Sleuth: Using Data in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigations

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Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
41 Ratings

41 Ratings

purplechi21 ,

Great tools and tips for investigators

If you're looking to add to your investigative skill set, this is the podcast for you. Leah does wonderful interviews that have real world relevance and applications. Her guests are top notch and they're always giving actionable advice. Leah is such a great interviewer!

j9duc ,

Insightful! Real world applications!

Binged this podcast the last few days! It is great. I wondered for earlier episodes, where to find the books, links, media mentioned in the podcast. The blubrry link only contains the podcast. Would love to see a listing/linking to references. Keep these up!!

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Correcting a “fraud”ulent review

I saw that someone gave you one star for his chief and only complaint which was Leah‘s giggling and said that was unprofessional and couldn’t take you seriously for it. Well, I have to say that there is nothing wrong with laughing. It is possible to be professional while having fun. No one said you can not laugh while taking your job seriously. For those of you who can focus, this podcast is amazing and provides so many unique angles towards one topic and the host really does make it very interesting to listen to. I find it hard to get out of the car sometimes because I am so intrigued on the topic at hand. Love love love this podcast!

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