Protea Weekly – Episode 47 – Do you need a niche? Maybe?

In this conversation, Zane Stevens discusses his experiences at the Intuit Connect 2024 conference and emphasizes the importance of niching in the accounting industry. He shares insights on how focusing on a specific market, particularly the wine industry, has allowed his firm, Protea Financial, to build expertise, improve operational efficiency, and foster trust with clients….
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Protea Weekly – Episode 39 – Why become an accountant?

In this episode, Zane Stevens discusses the importance of accountants and why becoming an accountant can be a great career choice. He emphasizes that accountants are more than just compliance professionals and play a crucial role in helping businesses make better decisions. Zane shares his own journey as an accountant and the opportunities it has…
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Protea Weekly – Episode 30 – How to choose an accountant?

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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Protea Weekly Podcast – Episode 14 – A Little Self-Indulgent

In this episode, Zane Stevens celebrates 10 years of Protea Financial and reflects on the journey of building the business. He expresses gratitude to the listeners and supporters of the podcast. Zane shares the story of how he and his wife moved to the United States and how Protea Financial was born. He highlights the…
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