In this episode, Zane Stevens discusses the importance of continuously improving and the role of ego in hindering progress. He emphasizes the need for diversity of ideas in the accounting industry and encourages accountants to be open-minded and receptive to different opinions. Zane also highlights the importance of embracing different methodologies and approaches to running…
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In this episode, Zane Stevens reflects on the 10-year journey of Protea Financial and shares seven key lessons he has learned along the way. These lessons include the power of finding a niche, prioritizing quality over quantity, embracing kindness, the importance of effective communication, building a strong team, networking, and continuously improving. Takeaways – Finding…
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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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It’s the time of year again to dive in and take a look at upcoming changes to California employment law. This fall, Governor Newsom approved several new employment laws, generally expanding on employee rights and creating new obligations for employers. From new pay scale disclosure requirements to mandatory bereavement leave to nuanced changes to the…
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As the owner of your own business, you’re going to be spending a lot of your time and money on it. You need to keep track of all these expenses to accurately report them when you file your taxes at the end of the year. You can deduct many expenses related to running it. These…
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Month-end processes are often a source of stress for finance teams. Many organizations find month-end processes challenging, which is why it is important to put processes in place early and consistently. If that sounds like your month end, you’re not alone – many businesses will face similar challenges. While most accounting departments dread the end…
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