In this episode, Zane Stevens reflects on the importance of sharing knowledge and finding one’s voice. He discusses how he shares information through various platforms, such as social media, webinars, blog posts, and public speaking. Zane emphasizes the value of providing educational content to help business owners and the general population understand the importance of…
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In this episode, Zane Stevens discusses the importance of selecting a good accountant and provides five key questions to ask when evaluating accounting professionals. He emphasizes the need to understand the services offered, industry specialization, security and confidentiality measures, pricing structure and fees, and communication protocols. Stevens highlights the significance of clear communication and trust…
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This week, the conversation focuses on service delivery in the accounting industry, AGAIN! Zane shares his thoughts and insights based on a post he made on LinkedIn about clients’ poor service delivery. The main areas of focus that contribute to poor service delivery are taking on too much work, not staying up to date with…
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In this conversation, Zane Stevens discusses the importance of protecting cash and paying valid bills. He shares a story about a costly lesson learned from paying a phony bill and emphasizes the need for good processes to prevent such incidents. Zane also highlights the risks associated with using checks for payments and the importance of…
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In the first episode of Protea Weekly, Zane Stevens introduces the show and its purpose, which is to share insights and information about accounting and the wine industry. He emphasizes the importance of service delivery in the accounting space and the need for accountants to go beyond transactional work and build deep relationships with clients….
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month when we focus on safeguarding our digital assets and learning about the ever-evolving threats in the cyber world. As a small business owner, you may think your company is too insignificant to be a target, but that’s far from the truth. In recent years, small and medium-sized businesses have risen…
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