Best Hector Garcia Podcasts (2025)

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Going Ape for APIs (Breaking News with Hector Garcia) 46:07

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6d ago46:07

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Intuit has announced major changes to their API ecosystem, introducing usage-based pricing for developers starting July 28th while simultaneously launching new APIs for inventory adjustments, custom fields, projects, sales tax, and payroll compensation. Hector Garcia joins Alicia and breaks down how these changes will impact everything from app pri…

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Owning the Truest Me With Hector Garcia 39:07

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In this episode of The Rocky Garza Show, I sit down with my friend Hector Garcia—a service-based entrepreneur and the founder of multiple businesses, including Labor Share, Art of the Raises, and Anchor Accounting Group. Hector has spent the last two decades building systems, empowering teams, and driving impact—but the last 18 months have been abo…

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The Unseen Struggles of Leadership with Paige 42:49

7d ago42:49

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Every great leader I admire has something they’re still working through—something real, unresolved, and unseen by others. Today, I want to take you beyond the polished public image to explore the struggles, questions, and breakthroughs that happen behind closed doors. This episode is about the leadership you rarely get to see—the parts they don’t a…

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May 2025 QuickBooks Online Updates 25:03

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Alicia delivers a complete rundown of Intuit's May 2025 announcements from both "In the Know" and Firm of the Future. QuickBooks Bill Pay now offers same-day payments and check image viewing, while Enterprise Suite introduces multi-entity dashboards with consolidated reporting across companies. Notable updates include annual QuickBooks Ledger billi…

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Lead Like You, Not Like Them 12:54

14d ago12:54

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Welcome to The Rocky Garza Show! I’m your host, Rocky Garza, and today, I am diving deep into one of the most meaningful concepts I’ve held close over the last decade: Lead Like You, Not Like Them. This isn’t just a catchy slogan for me. It’s a conviction—a way of thinking about leadership that has shaped how I show up in my work, my life, and with…

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The 20 Things Bookkeepers Should Never Do (Wheel of Rants) 53:21

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Alicia and Veronica spin their "Wheel of Rants" to discuss essential boundaries accountants and bookkeepers should establish in their practice. From avoiding legal advice to setting proper client communication channels, they share war stories about embezzlement, email scams, and problematic client relationships. The hosts reveal why engagement lett…

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Recertification Season 32:38

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Alicia and Margie break down the QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification process, exploring the differences between certification levels and the benefits of becoming certified. They discuss the recently opened recertification period, explain how to navigate the testing process, and share insider tips for passing the exams with confidence. Learn how cer…

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Tags Are Back! (I Told You So!) 6:56

28d ago6:56

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Intuit has reversed course and TAGS are back! Previous episode about Tags being cancelled: Taps for Tags, April 3, 2025, uqb.show/84By Alicia Katz Pollock, MAT

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Our Obsession with Awareness – The 4A Framework 11:15

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What do we do when we feel stuck? That’s the question I’m unpacking in this solo episode of The Rocky Garza Show. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, paralyzed by too many decisions, or just caught in your head, then this is for you. I introduce what I call the Four A Framework—a simple and practical model to help you move from stuck to forward motion…

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Beta Tests Gone Wild 1:03:43

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Alicia and Margie explore the latest QuickBooks Online updates from April 2025, including granular access for firm members, client ID capabilities, and enhanced bill pay onboarding. They dive into unexpected beta features appearing across different QBO files, from personal cloud backups to journal entry conversions. The hosts also discuss the upcom…

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Commitment and Consistency with Matt Plumer 30:25

1M ago30:25

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In this episode of The Rocky Garza Show, I sit down with my friend Matt Plumer—a financial and business coach who helps real estate professionals create real freedom, build wealth, and design lives they actually want to live. We didn’t just talk strategy—we got honest about what it takes to lead well when you're in the trenches of building somethin…

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Look What We Found: April 2025 44:29

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Sponsors (00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast (01:24) - New Features in QuickBooks (05:37) - Enhanced Products and Services (06:52) - Grouping Billable Time in Invoices (11:26) - QuickBooks Live Expert Assist (14:42) - Client Transfer Between QBOA Accounts (15:52) - Retirement Contributions Update (17:12) - Interface U…

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Emotion vs. Logic 11:20

1M ago11:20

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In this episode of The Rocky Garza Show, I explore a tension I know we’ve all felt—choosing between emotion and logic. For years, I’ve heard (and said) that we’re either “feelings people” or “facts people.” But what if that’s a false choice? What if clarity doesn't come from choosing one over the other—but from learning how to hold space for both? …

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Intuit Enterprise Suite Updates with Hector Garcia | April 2025 1:12:40

2M ago1:12:40

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Hector Garcia returns to discuss Intuit Enterprise latest updates, which include a revolutionary multi-entity allocation tool that simplifies expense distribution across companies. The episode explores impressive new features like consolidated dashboards that allow real-time comparisons across entities, enhanced project budgeting capabilities tailo…

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Need Less, Give More with Ruben Alvarez 37:33

2M ago37:33

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In this episode of The Rocky Garza Show, I sat down with my good friend Ruben Alvarez—founder of Marketing Hunters, author of Brand Sharks, and someone I deeply respect for his raw honesty and personal evolution. His mantra is clear: sales bring you money, but brand brings you legacy. But today’s conversation wasn’t about branding. It was about som…

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Chart of Accounts (Wheel of Rants) 49:15

2M ago49:15

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Veronica Wasek joins Alicia for "wheel of rants" to dive into QuickBooks Online's chart of accounts transformation. They explore how Intuit's changes to expand the chart have created both opportunities and challenges for accountants and small business owners alike. The hosts discuss common account types including opening balance equity, undeposited…

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Capacity Vs. Expectation 11:45

2M ago11:45

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In this solo episode, I’m diving into one of the most consistent frustrations I hear from leaders—especially those managing people. We often confuse someone’s actual capacity with the expectations we place on them, and the only thing that fills the gap between the two is disappointment. Let’s unpack that. Expectations vs. Reality Have you ever felt…

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Playing Taps for Tags 45:17

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Alicia and Dan explain the retirement of the Tags feature in QuickBooks Online and outline the critical migration process to Custom Fields before the May 15th deadline. They break down why this change matters, explore the differences between tags and custom fields, and share creative ways businesses utilized tags for tracking everything from weathe…

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Face Vs. Voice With Tony Sousa 30:49

2M ago30:49

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In this episode, I sit down with my longtime online friend turned real-life connection, Tony Sousa. Tony recently made a bold career move—leaving behind nearly two decades in corporate operations to step into full-time entrepreneurship. We dive into what it really feels like to take a leap like that, how to process fear, and why the stories we tell…

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Why Doubt Might Be the Most Honest Part of You 10:27

2M ago10:27

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In this solo episode, Rocky dives deep into the uncomfortable—yet universal—feeling of doubt. Whether you’re facing imposter syndrome, second-guessing your leadership, or wondering if you’re making it up as you go, this short but powerful reflection will help you see doubt in a new light. What if doubt isn’t the problem? What if it’s the proof you …

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March 2025 QuickBooks Online Updates 40:52

2M ago40:52

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Alicia and Matthew break down the March QuickBooks updates, including the game-changing tap-to-pay feature for iPhones that eliminates the need for card readers while reducing transaction fees. They explore the upcoming ProAdvisor certification season with its $250 weekly prize drawings, and discuss QuickBooks Payments' expanded third-party integra…

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Discipline Is Overrated—Here’s What Matters More (Discipline & Flexibility) 10:53

2M ago10:53

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For so long, we’ve been taught that discipline is everything—that if we just work harder, grind longer, and stay laser-focused, we will never fail. But here’s the problem: too much discipline can lead to rigidity, missed opportunities, and burnout. What if I told you that flexibility is just as important as discipline—maybe even more important at t…

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STRESS, STOICISM, AND SCOPE (FROM REFRAME PODCAST) 1:10:37

2M ago1:10:37

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SAME AS VIDEO FROM YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/PQIhx7UT5iI Timestamps:00:00 Introduction (About the REFRAME/Podcast)00:02:32 "Stress Wisely" - Quick Summary00:35:22 Framestorming "Scopeless"00:50:23 How to implement and price a "Scopeless service"01:02:03 REFRAME news and upcoming events ADDING THE AUDIO ONLY VERSION HERE TO CROSS PROMOTE…

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Look What We Found: March 2025 49:23

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Join Alicia and Margie as they share their collection of QuickBooks Online interface changes discovered throughout March. From the return of fixed asset subcategories to new banking feed enhancements and reporting features, they highlight both permanent updates and experimental features that appeared briefly. Sponsors Rightworks Rightnow 2025 - htt…

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The Imposter Within With Kerrie Lee Brown 35:07

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Welcome to The Rocky Garza Show, where we dive deep into the truths that shape extraordinary leaders. Today, I’m joined by Kerrie Lee Brown, the Editor-in-Chief of Success Magazine—an award-winning journalist, media executive, consultant, and women’s health advocate. She’s the founder of Ready Red Lily Global Lifestyle Brand, the author of My Heart…

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Navigating Your Intuit Account: The Ultimate Guide 49:54

3M ago49:54

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Alicia and Dan explore the often-overlooked but critical aspects of managing your QuickBooks and Intuit accounts, covering everything from security settings to document management. They provide a comprehensive tour of accounts.intuit.com and camps.intuit.com, revealing powerful tools for managing your subscriptions, documents, privacy settings, and…

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True Confidence Means Admitting You Might Be Wrong (Confidence & Humility) 11:12

3M ago11:12

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The Myth of Loud Confidence Why is it that the loudest person in the room is rarely the most confident? We often equate confidence with certainty—believing that the person who speaks the loudest or most assertively must know what they’re talking about. But in reality, true confidence isn’t about proving you’re right. It’s about understanding that y…

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Everything You Need to Know About Modern Invoices 1:07:47

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Alicia and Dan explore the complete redesign of QuickBooks Online's modern invoice system, covering everything from the new Intuit Assist autofill capabilities to customization options and payment processing improvements. They highlight practical workflow enhancements including customer insights, editing capabilities without leaving the invoice, an…

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When Revenue Isn't Enough With Edward Pritchett 38:21

3M ago38:21

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Welcome to The Rocky Garza Show, where I dive deep into the truths that shape extraordinary leaders. In today’s episode, I have a powerful conversation with Edward Pritchett, and trust me—you don’t want to miss this one. We explored what it truly means to create generational wealth, but even more importantly, what it means to be a generational brea…

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Emergency for Shopify PayPal integrations! 4:02

3M ago4:02

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Alicia reveals a critical issue affecting QuickBooks users who integrate Shopify and PayPal payments, which could result in significant duplicate revenue reporting. She provides step-by-step instructions to identify, fix, and prevent this problem by correctly configuring the Commerce Center settings. This quick technical update could save your clie…

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February 2025 QuickBooks Updates 40:54

3M ago40:54

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Alicia and Spot dive into the latest features announced in Intuit's latest In the Know webinar, including the new revenue share program for QuickBooks Payments that offers accountants 20% of net revenue for three years. They explore significant updates to QuickBooks Online Payroll, including direct deposit reversals and consolidated payroll reporti…

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Ambition Will Ruin Your Life… Unless You Do This (Ambition & Contentment) 13:07

3M ago13:07

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Welcome to The Rocky Garza Show. Today, I’m exploring the tension between ambition and conviction—more specifically, the tension between personal conviction and professional ambition. These two truths often feel like they exist in opposition, but if we can hold them together, we might just find the clarity we've been searching for. The Conflict Bet…

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Intuit’s Annual Investors Report 44:25

3M ago44:25

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Join Alicia and special guest Matthew "Spot" Fulton as they break down Intuit's recent annual stockholder meeting and what it means for accounting professionals. They explore Intuit's early commitment to AI since 2018, massive growth in QuickBooks Online Advanced subscriptions, and the staggering $2 trillion in invoices processed through the platfo…

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Health and Proactivity with Jared Thornhill 27:41

3M ago27:41

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Welcome to The Rocky Garza Show. Today, I have a very special guest—someone who is not only incredibly smart and talented but also family. My brother-in-law, Jared Thornhill, joins me to discuss health, longevity, and proactive wellness. About Jared Jared is the owner of Thornhill's Pharmacy, with 2 locations in Lubbock & Shallowater, Texas. Their …

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Redefining Your Value: Lessons from Bench’s Unexpected Closure (Wheel of Rants) 51:37

4M ago51:37

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The sudden shutdown of Bench Accounting in December 2024 left 11,000 business owners without access to their financial data, highlighting the risks of venture-backed automated bookkeeping services. Hosts Alicia Katz Pollock and Veronica Wasek discuss how this pivotal moment presents an opportunity for professional bookkeepers to showcase their valu…

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You Can Be 100% Right… and Still Be Wrong (Conviction & Curiosity) 12:12

4M ago12:12

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Welcome to The Rocky Garza Show, where I explore the truths that shape extraordinary leaders. Today, I’m diving into the tension between conviction and curiosity—two ideas that often seem at odds but, when held together, can provide the clarity we’re all seeking. The Tension Between Conviction and Curiosity I’ve learned the hard way that just becau…

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Now You Know: Intuit and QuickBooks January 2025 Updates 31:57

4M ago31:57

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Alicia explores important improvements to the QuickBooks Desktop-to-Online migration process, including expanded line item capacity and a new pre-migration checklist. Alicia also introduces new offerings like QuickBooks Live Expert Cleanup and the Mailchimp-powered Customer Hub, while previewing an innovative interface redesign that promises to str…

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Calculated or Over-Thinking With Temi Coker 33:08

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend and renowned creative, Temi Coker, for an insightful conversation about creativity, personal growth, business, and fatherhood. From his journey as a Nigerian-born designer to building a successful retail brand, Temi shares the challenges of overthinking, the power of being calculated, and the importance of…

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Look What We Found: January 2025 59:40

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Alicia is joined by guest co-host Margie Remmers-Davis to explore the latest QuickBooks Online updates, from major developments like the new Amazon seller integration to small but impactful changes like the ability to print bills. They discuss exciting improvements to payroll features, including inline PTO balances and class assignments, as well as…

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What Are You Tolerating 7:37

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In this episode, I take a hard look at the behaviors we tolerate in ourselves and others, both at home and in the workplace. Culture, whether in your company or your family, isn’t what you say—it’s what you allow. Today, we’re focusing on how to align our actions with our values and how tolerating the wrong behaviors can undermine our goals, system…

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Deep Dive: 1099 Wizard 1:07:25

4M ago1:07:25

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Dan DeLong joins Alicia to explore QuickBooks Online's enhanced 1099 preparation tools, including the new automated "Let QuickBooks Prep for Me" wizard launching in 2025. They break down the critical components of 1099 compliance, discuss pricing changes, and share valuable tips for both manual and automated filing methods. Sponsors Bluevine - http…

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New Year New Lineup 12:35

4M ago12:35

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Alicia announces exciting changes to the podcast format, introducing four new regular co-hosts who will each lead specialized segments covering QuickBooks news, product deep dives, feature discoveries, and industry discussions. While beloved co-host Hector transitions to focus on his growing ventures with Reframe and RightTool, he'll continue to co…

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The Dirty "S" Word With Lindsey Anderson 31:49

4M ago31:49

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In this episode, I sit down with Lindsey Anderson, an incredible business strategist, systems expert, and someone who has had a profound impact on my journey as a coach and entrepreneur. We dive into the “dirty S word”—systems—and explore how they create freedom, clarity, and sustainable growth for leaders and business owners. From leadership chall…

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Intuit Enterprise Suite Updates 1:01:09

5M ago1:01:09

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Hector and Alicia explore Intuit's strategic positioning of Enterprise Suite as a mid-market solution distinct from QuickBooks Online Advanced. They break down the key features released in December 2024, including enhanced multi-entity reporting, construction-focused tools, and dimensional reporting capabilities. They discuss pricing considerations…

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Culture Is What You Tolerate 9:28

5M ago9:28

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What if I told you that the culture in your workplace—or even in your home—isn’t what you say it is? It’s what you allow it to be. Culture isn’t defined by the posters on the walls, the mission statements, or even the rules we declare. It’s shaped by the behaviors and attitudes we tolerate. Today, I’ll dive into how this concept affects our leaders…

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Selling Feelings, NOT Transactions (AI-Generated Episode) 27:23

5M ago27:23

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Extracted Audio from a recent workshop: https://youtu.be/fiLUYApuFY4?si=50cbdmPQm2spt7nz And used Google's NotebookLM to generate a podcast This is the SNL skit I mentioned: https://youtu.be/WKLHsJyhTYs

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December Updates: Bill Pay Discounts, AI Features, and QuickBooks Live Changes 41:29

5M ago41:29

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Hector and Alicia dive into the latest QuickBooks updates from December 2024, including new ProAdvisor discounts for Bill Pay Manager and the rollout of Intuit Assist's AI-powered billing features. They explore the practical implications of these changes, with Hector raising important security considerations about the new email-to-bill functionalit…

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Your Culture is What You Tolerate With Vince Kelly 31:44

5M ago31:44

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Welcome to The Rocky Garza Show! Today, I’m joined by Vince Kelly, Vice President of Operations at Turns and a long-time friend. Vince has a unique career path that’s positioned him next to influential leaders and founders, giving him unparalleled insights into leadership, culture, and organizational dynamics. In this episode, we explore what defin…

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RIP Tags 55:50

5M ago55:50

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A major change is coming to QuickBooks Online as Intuit announces the deprecation of Tags, effective March 8th, 2025. Hector and Alicia dive deep into what this means for QBO users, exploring the limitations of custom fields as a replacement and identifying potential challenges during the transition. They discuss critical concerns including reporti…

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New Year, Same You 8:55

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Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025. As we step into this new year, the popular phrase "New Year, New You" is everywhere. But today, I want to challenge that idea. You don’t need to reinvent yourself or become someone completely new. Instead, let’s focus on rediscovering and refining who you already are. You’re not broken, and you don’t need fixing—wha…