Sage Thought Leadership Podcast

Lauren Maffeo is an award-winning service designer working full-time at Steampunk where she serves the U.S. federal government. She is a founding editor of Springer’s AI and Ethics Journal and an adjunct lecturer of Interaction Design at The George Washington University. Lauren has written for Harvard Data Science Review, Financial Times, and The Guardian. She has also presented her research on bias in AI at Princeton and Columbia Universities, Google DevFest DC, and Twitter’s San Francisco headquarters. She is the author of Designing Data Governance from the Ground Up. Listeners can buy a copy of her book, and get 35% off using the code DATAGOV23 (valid until September 2023) Summary Introduction to Lauren. Managing data and data governance. The lack of governance around data. The problem of data spoilage. Who is a hero of yours and why are they a hero?

24 Okt 202313min

Sharekh Shaikh is the Founder of CleverX , a platform that powers market research teams by providing them with access to the tools and the hardest-to-reach commercial audiences. The company's platform allows users to build a network with business professionals and fellow entrepreneurs via video calls, enabling entrepreneurs to avail expert advice and grow their businesses. Before becoming a tech entrepreneur, Sharekh worked with Gartner, the top technology research organization in the world. He assisted them in developing initiatives that will enable technology leaders from many industries to work together in a secure environment. Summary Sharekh’s introduction. Entrepreneurship vs. hybrid work. The trend of hybrid work. Advice for people who want to start their own business. How to find your zone of genius.  Who is a hero of yours and why

19 Okt 20238min

Scott Scarano is an eccentric entrepreneur with the heart of a lion and the soul of a housecat. He loves approaching problems from a different perspective and analyzing solutions—his “Why” is empowering all growth-minded entrepreneurs to thrive and prosper. Scott did the school thing and has the credentials, but his real value comes from his questioning mind and ability to push through any adversity. Scott lives in Raleigh, bleeds Carolina blue, and dedicates himself to his astonishing wife, Juana, and their three surprisingly intelligent kids Julia, Frankie, and Arya. Summary The importance of community and collaboration in the accounting profession Innovation and rebranding in the accounting profession Leadership and ego in a professional setting Using AI for rap music creation Heroes and influences in the accounting industry with Scott Serrano

17 Okt 20238min

Eric Beck is one of the world’s most provocative thinkers about our society’s growing lack of meaning at work and the way to reconnect and empower the digital generation by creating a new “game worth playing” at work, in schools, in families, and in our institutions. Eric has worked with entrepreneurs, leaders, governments, & businesses to help people reach their creative maximum. He has spoken to over 10,000 people live drawing on his experience as a US Army Vet, Jazz musician, Educator, and 22-year strategic business coach. Featured on many podcasts, webinars, and events, Eric shares what he's learned from the best in music, education, business, and philosophy.  Summary Introduction We are born to be free. Reinvention is the opportunity to let go Deconstructing technology and limiting beliefs. Creative destruction is about the content.  Eric’s favorite memory of his father.

12 Okt 202310min

The Future Accountant  A mini-series with Matt Lescault of L-W Consulting discussing the impending disruption in the accounting industry. We will help you assess if your organization is at risk and cover actionable steps you can take right now to protect and prepare your business. Part 4:  What Business Owners Can Do RIGHT NOW Specific, actionable, immediate steps business owners can take to prepare Click here for a free assessment tool. Summary What business owners can do right now Opportunities in technology and change The importance of specialization in your organization How to get more value out of your information? How much work falls into the hands of the accountant? The business owner needs to stay involved in the mission and values

11 Okt 20239min

Randy Crabtree is a Partner at Tri-Merit, a company that supports CPAs, CFOs and owners of small-to-midsize businesses by serving as an extension of their advisory team to lessen the tax burden and increase cash flow. They work with companies to uncover the engineering, manufacturing and product development data needed to support claiming engineering-based tax incentives such as the R&D tax credit, and tax planning strategies such as cost segregation.

10 Okt 202310min

Summer Davies is an award-winning leadership development expert who has dedicated her career to cultivating thriving work environments where individuals feel equipped, capable, valued, and connected. She specializes in guiding emerging leaders to develop the mindset and tactical skills required to lead with impact, confidence, and empowerment, while loving what they do. Throughout her impressive career, Summer has had the privilege of coaching, teaching, and studying leaders from around the globe. Her unique depth and breadth of experience has fostered an unending passion for helping managers embody the leader they aspire to be, while enjoying the process of leading. Summary Introduction to Summer Davies. Impact of over management and micromanagement. The difference between micromanagement and over management. What is the problem we're trying to solve?  Who is your hero and why are they heroes? How to contact Summer on LinkedIn and her website.

5 Okt 20238min

The Future Accountant  A mini-series with Matt Lescault of L-W Consulting discussing the impending disruption in the accounting industry. We will help you assess if your organization is at risk and cover actionable steps you can take right now to protect and prepare your business. Part 3: The Future Accountant The penultimate episode of TFA is entitled TFA but what does that mean for business owners who are customers of those accountants? Click here for a free assessment tool. Summary Changing your expectations of what you get from your accountant What does outsourcing mean in terms of interaction? What is the difference between finance and accounting? The problem with standardizing accounting What is the difference between an accountant and an advisor? How to elevate your staff

4 Okt 20239min