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Weekly information security podcast airing Monday mornings hosted by Oscar Minks and Brad Nigh. In a unique focus on protecting personal information, Oscar and Brad discuss information security as an issue that includes cyber security, physical security, as well as administrative controls. Oscar is the CTO of FRSecure and heads technical services and operations at the company. Brad is the Principal Security Consultant and a 20+ year veteran of the industry.
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A show dedicated to accountants and bookkeepers who are looking to grow their practice. We deep dive into both the theory and the exact steps you need to grow your practice in the way you always dreamed. You will learn marketing, sales, hiring, management, pricing... everything it takes to scale a practice. The one thing we don’t talk about are accounting skills. You already have those. What we do is give you business skills.
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Show Summary: In this episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Ryan McGarghan shares how combining Profit First, CFO services, EOS, and exit planning can help firms and their clients grow 5x. He explains how aligning finance with sales, marketing, and operations creates smarter, more strategic decision-making. Ryan also breaks down exit …
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Special guest & performance coach Dr. Cindra Kamphoff explores with Megan and Brad mental practices to thrive in demanding environments like IT and Cybersecurity fields.Through her work with companies like Verizon, the Minnesota Vikings, and Mayo Clinic, Cindra unpacks tools for resilience, confidence building, and facing setbacks. From the "Learn,…
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Hey there Hangar Bar friends! We’re back with one more Flashback episode as our summer schedule keeps us busier than the queue at Space Mountain on a holiday weekend. This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite conversations—our interview with James Warda and former Disney Imagineer Theron Skees, co-authors of the insightful and inspiring book …
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Show Summary: In this insightful episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Sir Darren Jacklin shares strategies to help accountants and business owners smash their numbers in 2025. He highlights the importance of setting clear, measurable financial goals and encourages a shift in focus from revenue to true profitability. Darren also expla…
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Hey there, Hangar Bar regulars! 🍹 In today’s episode, Scott and Candice dive headfirst into the wild world of Reddit’s Disney Parks Unpopular Opinions—where the takes are spicy, the logic is questionable, and the tiki torches are metaphorical... mostly. We’re reacting to a whole lineup of hot-button park opinions, including: Is Paint the Night...ov…
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We're back! It's time for a "Meet The Mentor" session with our newest CISSP Program Instructor, John Kennedy. From joining the Air Force to being an ISSM and a cybersecurity mentor, John transports us from his challenges in tech to now leading live sessions, the pressure of building slide decks, and why giving back is essential to him and the secur…
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Show Summary: In this episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Donna Lim shares her powerful journey with Profit First and how it transformed both her business and the insurance agents she serves. Once a reluctant accounting firm owner who found the profession “boring and sterile,” Donna realized her deeper calling was to support busines…
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Happy day, Hangar Bar friends! We’re bringing back a fan-favorite from the vault today — one that sparked a lot of opinions, laughs, and just a little bit of side-eye. In this episode from April 2023, we dive into our Disney Icks — those little things in the parks or Disney culture that just make us go “BLEEEEHHHH.” From rides we can’t vibe with, t…
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Show Summary: In this episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, Cathy Donovan Wagner, founder and CEO of RETAILMavens, joins us to unpack the deep, often overlooked connection between pricing and personal well-being. Cathy shares how pricing decisions don’t just affect your bottom line—they impact your soul, your mental health, your team, your client…
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This week, we’re testing our Disney decision-making skills with the ultimate Would You Rather game—Hangar Bar style! Join Scott and Candice as they face the toughest Disney Parks dilemmas we could dream up: 💥 Ride Figment every visit or never ride Soarin’ again? 🍗 Eat only snacks or only quick service for a week? 🎆 Never go to Disney again or only …
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Show Summary: Best-selling author and speaker Bob Burg joins us on this week’s episode of Grow My Accounting Practice to unpack the powerful concept of Genuine Influence — the kind that builds trust, fosters strong relationships, and leads to real results without manipulation. Bob shares the difference between influence and manipulation, walks us t…
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In this week’s flirty and fun-sized episode of Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar, we’re planning the perfect Disney date night… with a twist! Candice took on the challenge of crafting a random weekday date, while Scott built an ideal full-day Epcot romance. The only rule? No rules — just charm, fun, snacks, and Disney magic. Spoiler alert: we both picked E…
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Show Summary: In this episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, we sit down with Ross Loveland, Founder & CEO of True Profit Salons, to talk about what it really takes to scale an accounting practice and evolve your services. Ross shares the early steps of building his practice, the lessons learned from choosing (and changing) a niche, and how a fail…
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This week on Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar, we’re trading churros for camel rides—well, not really, but we are diving into Disney’s just-announced theme park in Abu Dhabi! It’s big. It’s bold. It’s indoors. And it has a crystal castle that looks like something Elsa might have dreamt up after watching too many episodes of Architectural Digest.Join Scott…
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Show Summary: In this episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, we’re joined by Liz King Caruso—Event Strategist, Consultant, and CEO of Liz King Events and techsytalk—to dive into the power of building a community to grow your brand. Liz shares her insights on how businesses in 2025 are leveraging events not just for visibility, but for genuine conn…
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This week on Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar, we’re setting our sights—and our appetites—on a Disney Springs favorite we’ve never tried before: Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. That’s right, we’re finally digging into the hype, the menu, and the man behind it all as we prep for our first-ever visit this September. From crave-worthy fried chicken to dangerous…
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Show Summary: In this episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, we’re joined by Edward Brooks to unpack “The 5 Reasons Stopping CPA Firms From Adding Millions in Revenue, Value, and Wealth.” Edward shines a light on why, even in a booming market, most CPA firms are leaving massive growth opportunities on the table. He challenges firm owners to take a…
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This week on Unsecurity, Senior Offensive Security Engineer Sean Behan sits with Brad and Megan to dissect Air Gapping. Starting with the development of the Air Gap method, they discuss its evolution and the pros and cons of each type. Tune in for an engaging discussion on understanding systems operations, strengths, and weaknesses of air gapped ne…
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🎙️ Episode Summary:In today’s episode, Scott and Candice share the story of how a simple Disney trip turned into a "plussed-up" adventure — mostly because Scott kept saying “yes” to upgrades without asking for the final total (classic move).We dive into the real talk behind planning a Disney Cruise concierge-level experience, especially as key dead…
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Show Summary: In today’s episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Sandro Barbacini, co-founder of Vet in Business, joins the show to explore the power and importance of choosing a niche. Sandro shares how and why he started VIB from scratch, transitioning from veterinary medicine into business coaching, and how narrowing his focus helped…
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✏️ Show Notes:What happens when the land of tomorrow starts to feel stuck in yesterday?In this solo episode of Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar, Scott takes a deep dive into the history, current state, and hopeful future of Tomorrowland. From its origins at the 1964 World’s Fair to the neon sci-fi chaos we know today, we explore why designing “the future”…
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Show Summary: In today’s episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, we're joined by business coach and Profit First Master, Marcus Kroek, for a powerful conversation around leadership, client relationships, and personal growth. Marcus introduces the concept of "Start with 'I'", a framework inspired by Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, focused on employee e…
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In this episode of the Unsecurity Podcast, hosts Brad Nigh and Megan Larkins are joined by Melissa Kjendle, Assessor Manager at FRSecure, to recap our recent HERoic Hacks event. Melissa spoke at the event, highlighting the significance of inclusive and diverse perspectives in cybersecurity—particularly focusing on the growing role of women in the f…
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This week’s episode is a little shorter than usual—and that’s because your favorite podcast hosts are also church musicians navigating a very full Holy Week. But fear not! We couldn’t let a Monday go by without a little dose of Disney magic. 🎶✨So we grabbed our (theoretical) park bags and hit record.In this mini-episode, Scott and Candice dive into…
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🎙️ Episode Summary: In this melodic episode of Hangin' at the Hangar Bar – A Disney Adults Podcast, Scott and Candice dive deep into the rich and magical world of Disney music. From nostalgic singalongs to emotional gut punches that somehow make crying in public feel justified, we explore how Disney music has become an essential part of pop culture…
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Show Summary: In this episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Mike Milan, also known as Cash Flow Mike, shares powerful insights on transforming client interactions. He introduces the philosophy behind his book Don’t T.E.L.L. Me What to Do!, explaining the acronym T.E.L.L. (Terminate Every Long Lecture), and why shifting from directive …
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🎙️ Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar – A Disney Adults Podcast Are you a Disney fan who loves the theme parks but isn’t quite sold on a Disney Cruise? Maybe you’re an adventure-seeker, worried about feeling trapped on a ship. Or perhaps the price tag has you questioning if it’s worth it. In this episode, Scott and Candice tackle all the biggest concerns of…
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Show Summary: On today’s episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice Podcast, we welcome Charlie Price, CPA, to discuss Advisory Offer Creation & Premium Client Attraction. Charlie shares expert insights on how accountants can effectively communicate the value of their services, package their advisory offers, and attract premium clients. He also div…
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Is Disney character dining worth the price? In this episode of Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar, we break down all the character dining options at Walt Disney World, from elegant princess meals to lively buffets with Mickey and friends. We discuss prices, menus, character interactions, and whether each experience is truly worth it—even if you’ve never bee…
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Show Summary: On today’s episode of Grow My Accounting Practice (GMAP), we welcome Ron Baker, renowned thought leader, author, and co-host of The Soul of Enterprise, to discuss the shift from the service and experience economy to the Transformation Economy. Ron explains what a transformation truly is and why accountants should focus on delivering t…
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It’s time for the ultimate Disney showdown! We’ve built a bracket of 32 iconic Disney songs, and only one can be crowned the champion. Will it be a timeless classic? A tearjerking ballad? A high-energy showstopper? Scott and Candice go round by round, making the tough calls, debating matchups, and probably breaking a few hearts along the way. Join …
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Show Summary: On this episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, we sit down with Eric Eager, CEO and Co-Founder of 4impactdata, to explore how AI and practical experience can help business owners navigate growth and avoid common pitfalls. Eric shares his personal journey—what he calls being an "entrepreneurial idiot"—and the key lessons he’s learned …
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Disney Parks are constantly evolving, but with every exciting new addition comes the bittersweet loss of beloved attractions. In this episode of Falling Down the Rabbit Hole, Scott takes a deep dive into some of the most iconic attractions that are no longer with us. Why did they disappear? What replaced them? And do they still live on in some way?…
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Show Summary: In this episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice (GMAP) Podcast, we sit down with Bubba Cook, an innovator and entrepreneur with 45 years of experience in accounting, business ownership, and financial management consulting. Bubba shares his expertise on creating diagnostic tools and consulting processes that help optimize cash flow,…
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In this episode of the Unsecurity Podcast, hosts Brad Nigh and Megan Larkins are joined by Melissa Kjendle, Assessor Manager at FRsecure, to recap our recent HERoic Hacks event. Melissa spoke at the event, highlighting the significance of inclusive and diverse perspectives in cybersecurity, particularly focusing on the growing role of women in the …
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Spring has arrived at EPCOT, and that means it's time for the 2025 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival! In this episode of Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar, Scott and Candice dig into everything this year's festival has to offer—from fresh topiaries to brand-new food booths, and of course, all the festival eats and drinks. We’re covering every Ou…
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Show Summary: Today marks a major milestone for the Grow My Accounting Practice (GMAP) Podcast—our 500th episode! 🎉 Join hosts Mike Michalowicz, Ron Saharyan, and Liz Szporn as they take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the journey of GMAP, the biggest lessons learned, and the incredible insights shared over the years. In this special episode…
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🎙️ Hangin’ at the Hangar Bar - A Disney Adults Podcast Episode Summary: Ever wondered what Disney parenting looks like through the eyes of non-parents? Scott and Candice are here to share their observations, offer some lighthearted advice, and maybe, just maybe, help make the parks a little more magical for everyone—kids and adults alike. From surp…
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Show Summary: In this insightful episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, we welcome Roger Knecht, president of Universal Accounting Center (UAC), to discuss the evolving role of accountants and the growing demand for CFO and advisory services. Roger breaks down the key differences between CFO services, advisory services, and coaching, h…
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With two guest features, Scott Singer from CyberNINES and FRSecure's own Security Information Consultant, Ryan Abraham, this week's episode focuses on CMMC's recent changes, enforcement, and compliance requirements. About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. O…
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Episode Summary: Planning a trip to Walt Disney World? In this episode of Hangin' at the Hangar Bar, Candice takes a deep dive into Disney resort levels and amenities to help you decide where to stay. From Value to Deluxe resorts, she breaks down what each category offers, the perks of staying on property, and when off-property accommodations might…
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Show Summary: In this episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice Podcast, we welcome Bernadette McClelland, a globally recognized leadership expert, speaker, and author, to explore the power of Courage, Conviction, and Choice in business and life. Bernadette shares how true resilience goes beyond just bouncing back—it requires disruptive leadership…
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Welcome back to another exciting episode of Hangin' at the Hangar Bar! In this episode, Scott and Candice sit down with Theron Skees, former Disney Imagineer and founder of Designers Creative Studio, to discuss his brand-new book, Creating Memorable Worlds, set to release this spring. Theron shares invaluable insights into the themed entertainment …
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April Meyer, Information Security Consultant, shines light on the recent initiative of HHS Cybersecurity Performance Goals. *Note: This Unsecurity Episode was recorded in August 2024. CPGs are currently voluntary and it is expected that requirements be added through HIPAA in 2025. Read more about the HHS CPG's in our blog: HHS Cybersecurity Perform…
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Show Summary: In this episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, Yoseph West, Co-Founder & CEO of Relay, joins the show to discuss how accountants, bookkeepers, and business coaches can leverage digital banking to provide their SMB clients with greater cash flow clarity. Yoseph highlights why real-time cash flow visibility is crucial for small busines…
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Episode Summary: Welcome back to Hangin' at the Hangar Bar - A Disney Adults Podcast! We’re kicking off our new season with an exciting episode all about the 2025 Epcot International Festival of the Arts. Join Scott and Candice as they provide a high-level overview of this vibrant festival, including must-do activities, experiences, and entertainme…
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Show Summary: In this episode of Grow My Accounting Practice, Laurence Whittam joins the show to discuss the essential steps firms should take before diving into outsourcing. He highlights the importance of conducting an outsourcing readiness assessment to ensure firms are fully prepared for the transition. Laurence explores key considerations, suc…
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In this special Edition of Unsecurity, Key Account Manager Tonya Barnes speaks on the creation of HERoic Hacks, the infosec conference that empowers women in the field. About HERoic Hacks: Envisioned by Tonya, and supported by FRSecure, HERoic Hacks addresses the gap in representation by providing networking opportunities, expert speakers, and awar…
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Show Summary: In this episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice Podcast, we are joined by Mary Kate Loftus, President of Impressia Bank, and Robin Mink, a founding member of its Steering Committee, to discuss the exciting ways Impressia Bank is redefining banking for business owners—especially women entrepreneurs. A newly established digital divis…
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Show Summary: In this episode of the Grow My Accounting Practice podcast, Debbie Deknight, founder of Right Way Profits and Bookkeeping and a Profit First Master Certified Coach, dives deep into the true meaning of profitability and why it’s more critical than most business owners realize. She starts by challenging the common perception of profitab…
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