Episodes
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Human Too - Getting to Know Hannah Macdonald
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
In this episode, Ben and Dave are accompanied by Hannah Macdonald, the Founder of Accountancy Hub, and the host of the Human Too Podcast.
The conversation delves into Hannah’s enlightening journey to accountancy, her experience studying as someone with dyslexia, exploring the challenges confronting the industry and the development of Accountancy Hub.
The Accountancy Hub website which supports ACCA, AAT, ACA and CIMA trainees has launched! https://accountancyhub.co.uk/.
Listen to Human Too Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/4nams36yzsdL5QhJ1WbLVV?si=57d70605331e460a
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Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Navigating Exam Results: Turning Setbacks into Success
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Join Ben and Dave as they discuss exam results and it's significance to you.
Discover valuable strategies and techniques that can help you navigate disappointing exam outcomes and pave the way to achieving exam success.
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Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
2024 Predictions
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Happy New Year!
Our latest episode is here, featuring Ben and Dave discussing predictions for 2024. From global elections to inflation and the evolution of AI, we've got it all covered.
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Monday Dec 18, 2023
Managing Stress
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
On this episode, FI Director, Kelley O'Donovan, FI Education Director, Ginny Bradwell and FI Chelmsford and Southend Marketing Manager, Shelly Tweed join together to talk about their own experiences and things they have seen with students on managing stress.
Helpful links & referred to resources:
https://www.annalembke.com/dopamine-nation
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/feel-better-live-more-with-dr-rangan-chatterjee/id1333552422?i=1000540566101
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/stress/what-is-stress/
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Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
This Time Next Year We Will Be Millionaires!
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
In this episode, Ben is joined by special guest & tutor, Alex Griffiths, as they discuss investment appraisal.
Being able to consider an investment decision is an important skill for the modern finance professional. They look at financial techniques and non-financial factors involved in an investment decision.
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Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Can We Trust Accountants?
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
In this episode, Ben is joined by special guest, Managing Director of Cambridge FI, Amy Forrest. They look at the ethical threats currently facing accounting students both at work and with their studies.
They discuss previous ethical breaches that have occurred in the industry and cover topics such as professional integrity, confidentiality and ethical decision making.
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Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Surviving Exam Season
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
In this episode, Dave is joined by special guest Nick Craggs, the AAT Distance Learning Director at First Intuition. They delve into a conversation on surviving exam season, discussing impactful study methods, essential time management strategies, and stress management skills specifically tailored for navigating the demands of exam periods.
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Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
It Seems Like a Foreign Language
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Studying for an exam can be challenging when English isn’t your first language. The process involves not only grasping the subject matter but also navigating the language used in the questions.
In this week’s episode, Ben and Dave are joined by special guest Rachel Lauff, an apprenticeship skills and development coach. They share their tips and experiences that will be relevant to all students, helping them to get to grips with the written information provided in an exam question.
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Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
The Tax Dilemma: Are Higher Rates the Solution or the Problem?
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
In this episode, Ben and Dave will delve into the tax dilemma. Can we effectively cut taxes? They look at the potential consequences of reducing taxes, examining the economic, social and political implications.
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Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
How to Smash Your Exams
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
We are back!
After a well-earned break, Dave and Ben are back with a brand-new episode covering their tips on time management, breaking down exam requirements and sharing their advice on making sure you plan and read the exam questions.
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