The Unique CPA
Randy Crabtree, CPA
Over more than five years and 200 episodes, The Unique CPA has blossomed from “just an accounting podcast” into a community of thriving accounting professionals. With personal fulfillment and energizing, passionate work at the top of our list of priorities, we’re keeping you at the forefront of the changing face of public accounting through conversations with fascinating leaders who understand that the one constant in the accounting profession is change: Change in our approach to the demands of the profession, change in the technology we use to more efficiently do our jobs, and change in our ability to express who each of us really is as a human being.
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Aug 10, 2021 • 22min
Hardest Hit: Restaurants and the ERC
Randy continues his analysis of the Employee Retention Credit on Episode 47 of The Unique CPA. His focus this time is on the restaurant industry, arguably the hardest hit industry in the country due to Covid. His deep dive into various opportunities tax preparers have to help their restaurant clients will be useful to anyone looking to maximize benefits to those clients. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
Jul 27, 2021 • 22min
Making the ERC Work
The Employee Retention Credit, or ERC, saw significant expansion for 2021. Randy Crabtree talks about various ways for your clients to qualify for the credit, how much benefit they can receive, and how the credit interplays with other credits available, with a particular focus on the Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
Jul 13, 2021 • 27min
Building a Business in an Unpredictable Landscape
On Episode 45 of The Unique CPA, Randy talks to Justin Elanjian, Partner-in-Charge of PPP & ERC Services at Aprio. Justin discusses how he navigated uncertainty and evolving guidelines while growing a new segment of the business that helps clients access COVID-19 relief funds. He shares some advice on the importance of thinking proactively and pursuing one’s passions, and he talks about what’s to come. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
Jun 29, 2021 • 38min
Born to Be an Entrepreneur
On episode 44 of The Unique CPA, Randy is joined by Caleb Jenkins of RLJ Financial Services. They discuss Caleb’s early start in entrepreneurship and accounting as a child. Caleb shares his insights on the growing Client Accounting Services sector and his experiences with SALT Microfinance Solutions, highlighting the importance of giving back. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
Jun 15, 2021 • 25min
Finding Your Niche
On episode 43 of The Unique CPA, Randy is joined by Geraldine Carter of the Smart Strategy for CPAs podcast, on which Randy was a recent guest. Geraldine's company, She Thinks Big Coaching, specializes in helping CPA firms find their niche in order to do more profitable, more efficient, better work for their clients. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
Jun 1, 2021 • 25min
Making the System Work Well
On episode 42 of The Unique CPA, Randy welcomes Kristen Rampe, whose company, Rampe Consulting, specializes in vital big picture issues for firms, including partner compensation, partner agreements, and strategic retreat facilitation. Kristen discusses the importance of getting these elements right in order to boost partner trust, accountability, and promote fairness from within a firm's structure. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
May 18, 2021 • 29min
Bridging the Gap Between Business and Disability
Randy talks to Deb Russell about her work in disability inclusion. Her company works to educate and provide resources to help companies employ more people with disabilities. Previously, Deb helped Walgreens in their drive for disability inclusion, leading to an increase in hiring until disabled workers made up 10% of Walgreens’ workforce. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
May 4, 2021 • 24min
Performing Your Best Without the Stress
Especially in the midst of what may be the longest tax season in history, CPAs are feeling especially pressured, burnt out and in need of some serious R&R. On Episode 40 of The Unique CPA, Randy talks to Eva Medilek about maintaining balance in one's life, even while striving for high achievement. She stresses the importance of not losing sight of your “why,” whatever it may be, in the midst of the stresses and obligations of your work. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
Apr 20, 2021 • 37min
Being Flexible...with Beer!
On episode 39 of The Unique CPA, Randy Crabtree talks to Doug Veliky, Chief Strategy Officer of craft brewery Revolution in Chicago. Doug’s unusual career path started in public accounting. After being knocked back for several positions which could have combined accounting with his love of craft beer, he started an Instagram account and a blog about craft beer for fun. These ultimately helped him land his first position with Revolution. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
Apr 6, 2021 • 19min
The Fractional CFO Niche
Fractional CFOs are a relatively new, fast-growing, and unique segment of the financial space. Randy talks to Terrell Turner of TLTurner Group, a fractional CFO firm that offers a wide array of services to business owners in various industries. Terrell is also the host of The Business Talk Library podcast, a series of over 200 shows and resources for business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals. Get the full show notes and more resources at TheUniqueCPA.com
