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How is AI really changing the game for accounting and finance teams? In this episode, Adam Larson sits down with Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts and author of The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results, to get real about what today’s AI adoption means for people and processes—beyond the tech hype. Dr. Tsipursky shares stories from inside organizations, highlights practical AI use cases that transform busywork into high-value time, and breaks down the human side of the transition: what excites people, what scares them, and what leaders can do to set everyone up for success. If you’re navigating how to keep your skills relevant and your team motivated in an AI-powered workplace, this is the episode you don’t want to miss. Expect actionable insights, plenty of relatable examples, and a fresh mindset for the future of work.

Pull up a chair for a practical, eye-opening conversation with Heather Bain, Owner of Bain CPA Business Strategies, as she joins Adam Larson to talk shop about the real challenges—and solutions—facing small business owners when it comes to finance, accounting, and internal controls. From starting out in sales to becoming a trusted consultant for small businesses, Heather shares relatable stories, hands-on advice, and actionable steps that any business can use to tighten up their processes, improve cash management, and avoid costly mistakes. Whether you’re wrestling with company credit card chaos, scattered receipts, or feeling stretched wearing too many hats, Heather walks you through the importance of solid internal controls, why tracking really matters, and how technology (and maybe a CMA) can make all the difference. Perfect for accounting pros, business owners, and anyone looking for straightforward strategies to run a smarter, safer business.Links Mentioned in Podcast:COSOCOSO Training at IMA

Sit down with Adam Larson and Ayush Sharma, founder and CEO of Warp, as they chat about reinventing HR and finance with AI-powered solutions. Ayush Sharma shares his journey from tackling messy post-COVID payroll problems to building a platform that bridges people data and financial systems—making reporting smarter and more accessible. Discover why Ayush Sharma believes AI agents are changing the game, freeing teams from repetitive work and letting them focus on what matters. With hands-on insights from both a technical and leadership perspective, this episode is a must-listen for anyone eager to see how technology is transforming the way businesses manage their teams, data, and strategy.

Join Adam Larson as he sits down with Michael Nagel, author of Flourishing Together and Founder of Collective Breakthroughs, for a candid conversation about what truly drives breakthroughs in organizations. From an unconventional start in social work to performance measurement at KPMG and Balanced Scorecard strategy work with Kaplan and Norton, Michael shares how understanding people in context is just as vital as mastering numbers and systems. They unpack lessons from the Balanced Scorecard for the performance measurement every organization relies on, examine the pitfalls that even top-performing companies face, and explore the hidden power of silence and missed opportunities in the workplace. With a bit of music inspiration, Michael introduces his breakthrough intelligence (BIQ) framework, offering practical wisdom for accounting and finance professionals who want to make an impact in today's changing business environment. If you're ready for fresh takes on leadership, organizational behavior, and how to ask smarter questions, this episode is packed with insights you can put to work right awayReadiness Assessment

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Polina Nyer, Senior FP&A Analyst for HP, whose career journey started on the basketball courts before pivoting to international business and ultimately, AI-driven finance transformation. Polina shares her fresh framework for understanding how finance and accounting professionals at different career stages experience and adopt AI—whether you're just starting out, deep into your analyst years, or leading a team through change. You'll hear practical advice on building confidence with AI, accelerating your learning, and creating supportive team cultures that turn uncertainty into opportunity. If you’re curious about real strategies for adapting to AI, managing risk, and blending experience with new technology, this is one episode you don't want to miss!