The FI Podcast: Recent Episodes
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It's the third and final part of becoming the best version of you. Dave and Ian return to talk about the role exercise plays in elevating personal growth.
Our summer special continues: Dave, Kelley, and Ian return for part two, exploring why sleep is important and ways you can improve your night time routine.
It's part one of the summer special, where hosts Dave and Kelley are joined by special guest Ian to delve into the fascinating world of nutrition and its impact on studying, working, and playing.
On this summer episode, join Ian and Kelley for their top tips on advancing your career.
On this episode, Dave is joined by Kelley and Lucy to speak about how to prevent overthinking. They share their tips and speak about their experiences with overthinking.
This is the last new episode of the summer, keep an eye out for a new sign-up link on our social media channels.
On this episode, Ben and Kelley speak to Kelley's friend, Lucy. She talks about how she stays motivated and shares some tips on how you can get motivated with your studies.
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On this episode, Ben talks about Financial Reporting. From the job roles that involve Financial Reports to how it can be examined in each of the various syllabuses.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave are joined by Senior Trainer, Michael Walby, who speaks about his experience with the PRIDE Movement in previous roles and in his current role at First Intuition.
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In this episode, Ben and Dave are joined by tutor, Aaron Westgate. They discuss men's mental health and more specifically, the effect of the internet on mental health. They talk about body image, anxiety and ways to support yourself or someone you know.
Referred to links:
The CAN DO Challenge 2021 | Men's Health Forum (menshealthforum.org.uk)
Men's health and the internet | Men's Health Forum (menshealthforum.org.uk)
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On this episode, Ben and Dave are joined by tutor Blessing, who shares his experiences of teaching in Nigeria and talks about progressing into a teaching qualification both in Nigeria and in the UK.
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We once again hosted another industry finance forum and this time, Dave is joined by Phil, CFO for the aviation division of Esken Limited, and Stefan, CFO of Titan Airways. They investigate the roles of finance within the aviation industry and discuss their experiences.
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On this episode, Ben gets to know Evie Todd. They talk about her career journey so far, her study techniques and her recent recognition for PQ Magazine Part Qualified Accountant of the Year.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave talk to Tutor, Alex Griffiths, about foreign currency and the risks this presents to the organisation using it, the wider economy and even your own personal life.
Referred to link: The cheapest ways to get travel money - MSE (moneysavingexpert.com)
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On this episode, Ben and Dave are joined by Distance Learning Tutor, Nathaniel Hammond. He shares his own personal experiences with Mental Health and anxiety.
This podcast touches on issues including suicide. If you need any help and support there is a link to the NHS website below.
Anxiety - Every Mind Matters - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
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On this episode, Ben and Dave speak about transferable skills and how beneficial they are to both you and your work place.
Referred to link: Future of Jobs: These are the most in-demand core skills in 2023 | World Economic Forum (weforum.org)
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On this episode of the FI Podcast, Ben and Dave are joined with Amy Forrest to discuss how they would manage an extended break in their studies.
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On this episode, Dave is joined with Kelley to discuss budgeting and personal finance.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave discuss how they manage stress both inside and outside the workplace.
Referred to links: Solution-Focused Podcast: Stress Bucket Solutions | Gin Lalli
The stress bucket - Mental Health UK (mentalhealth-uk.org)
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On this episode of the FI Podcast, Ben and Dave are joined by tutor, Alex Griffiths to discuss business valuation techniques. They look at the case study of Manchester United as a business that is up for sale and requiring an agreement between a buyer and seller as to its value.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave speak about getting outside and how doing so can be beneficial for your mental health and wider well-being.
Helpful Link: How nature benefits mental health - Mind
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On this episode of the FI Podcast, Ben and Dave are joined with Jess Harcourt and Becky Glover where they discuss their career journeys and how they have used their qualifications to further develop their network.
LinkedIn Profiles: Becky Glover (FCCA FMAAT) - Finance Director - VNC Automotive | LinkedIn
Jess Harcourt ACCA MAAT - Management Accountant - Fearless Adventures | LinkedIn
Referred to link: Winning business awards and how to do it | ACCA Global
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On this special episode, Dave is joined with Sarah Goldsmith, Phil Reynolds and Danny Sutton to discuss their roles and how they work within the finance of education.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave discuss professional networking. Dave shares tips on how to find, research and pitch up at a networking event.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave are joined by tutor Aaron, to discuss things that could possibly go wrong during your exam and how you can over come these and achieve success.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave will take a look at ways to ensure your online presence and footprint remain professional. They will be sharing some online safeguarding advice and some self-care tips for social media. Referred to link: How to Report Illegal Non-Child Abuse Activity Online – IWF To join the live sessions each Wednesday at 6pm register here:
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We are not all apprentices, but we can all benefit from a structured approach to our study and personal development. Ben and Dave are joined by some First Intuition coaches to discuss the role of a mentor and how we can all reflect and document our progress both with exams and careers. To join the live sessions each Wednesday at 6pm register here:
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On this episode of The FI Podcast, Ben and Dave are joined with one of our tutors, Alex. They will be discussing the common issues that students face when studying for their accountancy exams.
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In this episode, Dave speaks to Rachel Harris from Accountant She. They talk about making a success of your first job role, adapting to a world of work and how to approach it with the right mindset to succeed in your early career.
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On this episode, Ben and Dave talk about how to put together effective study planners.
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On this episode of the FI Podcast, Ben and Kelley discuss plans for the New Year.
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On this episode of the FI Podcast, Ben and Dave will be discussing inflation. We hear lots on the news and are likely impacted in our lives, but how is it relevant to our studies?
Our student Wednesday webinars will commence in January 2023 so keep a look out for the sign up link.
We spend lots of time preparing for the build up to and the exam itself. On this episode, Amy Forrest and Dave will share their thoughts on what you can do after the exam. To join the live sessions each Wednesday at 6pm register here:
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On this episode, Ben and Dave share hints, tips and advice for the morning or afternoon of your exam and how you can channel positive energy.
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To mark International Men's Day, we invited Javed Bobat onto this episode of The FI Podcast. Javed Bobat, Founder & CEO of Fide & F=@#! Mental Health joins Ben and Dave as they discuss masculinity, manhood, role models, and men's wellbeing.
Don't hesitate to start a conversation and keep talking if you have any worries or problems.
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On this episode Ben and Kelley speak to guest speaker, Laura Holman about her career change into accountancy and how she managed to study towards her professional qualifications.
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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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Today is Stress Awareness Day and on this special re-upload episode, Ben is joined with Amy Forrest and Andy Murray who share their experiences with stress and anxiety whilst studying.
Stress awareness resources:
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Turning stress into a positive force - First Intuition - FI Hub
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Do you fear the written elements of your exam? In this podcast episode, Ben and Dave will discuss ways to structure answers and include added detail to boost your marks. To join the live sessions each Wednesday at 6pm register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEldOiurjIrHdQpoeJFAR6uPmuI7WcnwjMB
On this episode, Ben and Dave are joined with tutor, Aaron Westgate to discuss the importance of mocks and why you should look to include them in your studies and exam preparation.
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On this special episode of the FI Podcast, Dave speaks with a panel of experts in the field of construction about the finance behind this industry.
As mentioned in the episode, Dave is joined by David Rudd, who works for Steven Burton & Co, Carl Clements from Belfour Beatty, Nicola Wisdom who works for The Anderson Group and Paul Fox who is currently a tutor at FI Chelmsford but has previously worked within the construction industry.
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In this episode, Ben and Dave are joined by Catherine and Ewan from the One Group as they discuss how you can develop your professional persona and use social media effectively.
As mentioned in the episode, here is the link to 'The guide to having the perfect LinkedIn profile' Guide to LinkedIn Profile (volcanic.cloud)
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On this episode Ben and Dave discuss how you can identify different learning styles and find which ones best suit you.
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On this episode Ben and Dave are joined with Becky White who talks about her experience with anxiety and trauma, leading to panic attacks. They discuss the signs and symptoms and how you can support yourself and others when in the situation.
Referred to link: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/anxiety-and-panic-attacks/panic-attacks/
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On this episode, our hosts Ben and Dave discuss what things you need to consider when starting a new study module.
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On this episode, our hosts Ben and Dave discuss ideas for future episodes and how you can get involved with our live student forum.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast, directors and tutors Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be interviewing each other. We get to know more about Ben and Dave and how they have found themselves here today!
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In this episode, Ben and Dave discuss unconscious bias and how it affects the accountancy industry with guest speaker, Alexandra Bond Burnett.
Over the summer we will be re-uploading some of our favourite podcast episodes, so stay tuned to re-hear some of the 'classics'.
In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor Ben Bullman is joined by one of our new tutors Taylor Hammond to talk all things revision and what teaching virtually is really like.
Over the summer we will be re-uploading some of our favourite podcast episodes, so stay tuned to re-hear some of the 'classics'.
In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking to FI's Director of AAT Studies Crystal Haygreen as she shares her insight into how exam questions are put together to help you work out what the examiners are really looking for.
Over the summer we will be re-uploading some of our favourite podcast episodes, so stay tuned to re-hear some of the 'classics'.
In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse are looking at how to use your finance skills to give back to society. Ben and David were also joined by new Cambridge tutor Aaron as he shares his experience in giving back and the benefits he has seen in doing this.
Over the summer we will be re-uploading some of our favourite podcast episodes, so stay tuned to re-hear some of the 'classics'.
In this episode, Ben is joined by Steve Williams, Director of Security Operations for LNDSR. They discuss more social media safety. Specifically the importance of separating work and social life on our social media platforms and how to safely do it.
Over the summer we will be re-uploading some of our favourite podcast episodes, so stay tuned to re-hear some of the 'classics'.
In this episode Ben and Dave discuss the Do's and Don'ts immediately after you have sat an exam.
Over the summer we will be re-uploading some of our favourite podcast episodes, so stay tuned to re-hear some of the 'classics'.
In this episode Dave and Ben held a 'Live Student Surgery' where students were able to ask them both questions following their results.
In this episode, Dave and Chelmsford's marketing manager, Shelly Tweed, discuss practical ways to make studies work for you and things you should consider when starting and continuing your studies.
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In this episode our hosts, Dave and Ben debate which is better, management accounting or financial accounting.
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On this special episode our host, Dave talks to a range of food industry experts on what drives and affects the food industry.
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In this episode our host, Ben Bullman talks about large professional written exams and shares tips on how to answer these questions.
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In this episode Dave talks us through the key verbs that are included in question requirements which will drive your answer to pick up the top marks.
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On todays episode our hosts speak about 'What is Pride and why is it so important?'. This episode features discussions from FI Chelmsford Skills and Development Coach Freddie Knebel, Essex Pride chair Garry Ormes and Essex Pride host and LGBTQ+ inclusion training consultant Saski.
To get involved and gain further information click this link: https://www.pride-events.co.uk/category/pride-explained/
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On this episode Dave and Ben talk about motivation and look at Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
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In this episode, Ben and Dave discuss the do's and don'ts 24 hours before your exams.
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In this episode our hosts, Ben and Dave talk about finding time to study: time management, hints and tips.
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This week, our host Ben is joined with Javed Bobet and Andy Buncall to talk about mental well being in work and in study to mark mental health awareness week.
Referenced link: https://fide.careers/demosthenes-and-the-quest-for-the-silver-lining/
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This week Ben and Dave talk about mock exams and how you can use them to prepare for the real thing.
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On this episode our hosts, Ben and Dave talk to Tammy Banks about how acts of kindness have influenced her own life and encourages us to be kind to those around us.
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In this episode, our hosts Dave and Ben talk about exam results and what to do if you receive good or bad news.
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In this episode our hosts, Dave and Ben talk about resilience and share tips on how you can build it into your day to day life.
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In this weeks episode our host, David Malthouse talks to special guest Jess Carey about risks and how to get the balance right when making risk related business decisions.
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In this episode our hosts, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse talk about money laundering and how to spot the signs of suspicious activity.
For further information, visit this website: file (nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk)
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In this episode our host, David Malthouse talks to a range of industry experts to find out what drives and affects the business of fashion.
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In this episode, hosts Kelley O'Donovan and Jess Carey speak to a number of women about this years theme: Challenging Bias.
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In this episode, Ben and Dave discuss professional networking with former FI student, Jaimie King.
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This week Ben and Dave chat to Digital Programme Manager at First Intuition, Louisa Matheson about Digital Week.
To follow up with Louisa here is her LinkedIn profile: (7) Louisa Matheson | LinkedIn
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This week Ben shares his most effective tips and tricks for a successful and productive revision session.
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For National Apprenticeship Week Ben and David will be joined by a panel of recently graduated apprentices as they discuss their experiences, what it is like being an apprentice, and life after graduating.
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In this episode, Ben and Dave discuss unconscious bias and how it affects the accountancy industry with guest speaker, Alexandra Bond Burnett.
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In this episode Dave chats to skills and development coach, Michael Walby about exam stress and anxiety.
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In this episode Dave chats to tutor Aaron Mortlock about getting our life balance right when studying.
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In this episode Ben discuss setting goals for 2022 and shares tips on how you can stick to them.
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In this episode Ben and Dave discuss plans for the podcast in 2022.
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In this episode Ben and Dave discuss the importance of gratitude in our professional and personal lives. Do you say thank you enough and understand how it can positively impact other people?
This was the last live episode of 2021 but we will be back for more live forums in 2022. Wednesdays at 6 pm on Zoom register here.
In this episode Ben and Dave discuss ways to relax and switch off after busy periods of work or study.
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This bonus episode is a live recording of our football in finance forum hosted by Dave. Look out for future specials as we hold further industry specific forums/
In this episode Ben and Dave chat with Chris Argent, MD and founder of Generation CFO. They discuss the Digital Transformation and the five gaps identified in a modern finance team.
https://generationcfo.com/
In this episode Dave and Ben chat with Simon Emery. He talks about starting his career in accountancy, becoming a tutor and founding FI Bristol (sharing lots of tips and insights along the way!).
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In this special episode, Dave chats with friend of the podcast Crystal Haygreen about effective communication. They consider how it will benefit our studies and careers.
On this episode Ben is joined by Kelly Drewery (https://www.talentglue.co.uk/) and Lizzie Bradbury (https://coel.co.uk/). They discuss the survey results into work environments and share their experiences of the "new normal".
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As part of "Talk Money Week", Ben and Dave discuss personal finances, sharing experiences of budgeting at home and managing money.
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In this episode Ben and Dave discuss revision. When is the best time to plan revision, how to structure your revision sessions and why revision is so important to your exam preparation.
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In this episode Ben chats to fellow FI Director Kelley O'Donovan. They discuss Kelley's route into accountancy tuition and her thoughts on how students can try to embed learning into the longer term memory.
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In this episode Ben chats to fellow FI Director Crystal Haygreen. They discuss syllabus updates, why they happen and how students can manage them during their studies.
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In this episode Ben and Dave chat to Greg Taylor, captain of Cambridge United, about studying AAT whilst playing as a professional footballer. They discuss, why he started studying, how he manages his study time and similarities between his pre-match and exam preparation routines.
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In this episode Ben and Dave talk all things audit. Joined by friend of the podcast Ginny Bradwell they discuss why audit knowledge is important to your studies and what skills it develops. Sharing stories of their time working in audit before teaching.
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In this episode Ben and Dave are joined by experienced tutor Anne Bosch. As well as hearing her very interesting career story, she also explains the importance of putting together a study plan and shares her tips for making a plan work for you.
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In this episode Ben is joined by Business Psychologist Kelly Drewery from Talent Glue. She explains the research she is undertaking into peoples work life and asks for our help.
You can complete the survey here (it takes less than 5 minutes)
https://surveys.talentglue.co.uk/s3/wayweworkFI
In this episode, Ben and Dave discuss why our working environment is important and share their thoughts on the ideal work space.
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Ben and Dave caught up to chat about holiday plans, moving office in Chelmsford and the Olympics in Tokyo.
In this episode, Ben and Dave look back over a year of the FI Podcast, each picking their top 5 episodes.
We are taking a break from live studio sessions over the summer, but will be back in the autumn.
In this episode, Ben is joined by Steve Williams, Director of Security Operations for LNDSR. They discuss more social media safety. Specifically the importance of separating work and social life on our social media platforms and how to safely do it.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor, Ben Bullman is joined by Apprenticeship Manager Olly McAfee as they talk about Resilience; How we deal with and respond to challenges, not only within the workplace but within our personal lives is an essential characteristic.
Find out more in our blog post here.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse discuss why study accountancy In 2021? Covering why accountants are still needed in an increasingly computer-driven workplace and what role study can play in your life.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse are joined by The Price of Football podcast host Kieran Maguire to discuss finance in football (and if it’s really coming home).
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse we will be joined by Catherine Wallis - Head of Operations at the One Group to discuss Recruitment trends and developments and remote recruitment during COVID.
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In this episode Ben and Dave discuss the Do's and Don'ts immediately after you have sat an exam.
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In this episode Ben is joined by Steve Williams, Director of Security Operations for LNDSR. They discuss current cyber crime threats, what to look out for and how to improve your cyber hygiene.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be discussing how social media can be a great tool to help position yourself professionally, enhance your career and build a network of contacts.
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In this special episode for Mental Health Awareness Week our FI Podcast hosts, directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse were joined by fellow London Director, Tutor and Safeguarding lead Ginny Bradwell to talk about her mental health journey and obstacles she faced along the way.
If you are struggling and feel you need support, then please do get in touch with your GP or a recognised Mental Health charity such as MIND. Please remember that if your situation is severe you should call 999.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor, Ben Bullman is joined by Norwich and Ipswich client director Tim Howes; Tim has been one of the most significant figures on the East Anglian training scene for over 30 years!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor, Ben Bullman is joined by Operations Director and Tutor Amy Forrest as they talk about Transferable skills; We've all heard the term, and know of their importance, but do we know what they are and how we can make the most of them in our career plans?
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor, Ben Bullman is joined by FI Student and AAT qualified Andy Murray as they share their experiences with stress and anxiety whilst studying.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor, Ben Bullman is joined by Operations Director and Tutor Amy Forrest and Skills and Development Coach Jos De Laat discuss how to stay focused on our goals, avoid distractions and keep on the path to success.
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In this bonus episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor, Ben Bullman reflects with our Cambridge Operations Director Amy Forrest on what changes we've all undergone during the past 12 months, and how many of those changes we'll be carrying into this year.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse remind us all to take some time for ourselves as we come out of the pandemic and how we can do so.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse focus on good time management, the benefits and practical approaches to prioritising workloads.
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With 2021 on the way to the be the year for climate action, in this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse at how accountancy firms can help the climate change cause.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse inspired by the documentary "The Social Dilemma" are joined by freelance tutor, Andy Baker, who will discuss the importance of data usage, privacy and ethics with us.
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In this special episode of The FI Podcast Dave and Ben have had the night off and left the ladies in charge! For International Women's Day, our Chelmsford and Yorkshire Directors Kelley O'Donovan and Lucy Parr have taken over the podcast, to discuss and address the challenges women have had and continue to face in the professional world with a glittering panel of guest speakers!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be discussing how to navigate the last couple of weeks leading up to your exams covering how to prepare and routines, superstitions, (and lucky pants!)
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be looking at how motivation works, how we can help motivate people around us and also keep ourselves motivated during these winter months.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse are will be looking at how to use your finance skills to give back to society. Ben and David were also joined by new Cambridge tutor Aaron as he shares his experience in giving back and the benefits he has seen in doing this.
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In this bonus episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor, Ben Bullman talks to two FI Apprentice Alumni including the AAT Apprentice of the Year 2017 about their apprenticeship journey and how they feel they benefited from our apprenticeship programs.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be discussing the misconception of measuring success with perfection and how we should all be focusing more on progression.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be discussing how to deal with unexpected change, when life gives you lemons.... make lemon meringue pie!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be discussing how to deal with changes to your studies that you can't control.
Our bookclub podcast competition is still running! Listen out for the details at the end of this episode!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be discussing the importance of setting goals and how to successfully set them and plan to succeed in 2021.
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In the first 2021 episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse are joined by awarding body representatives as well as our CEO Gareth John to discuss what the recent government announcements mean for your studies.
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In this special recap episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be recapping the second half of 2020! With how Covid 19 affected our student's studies as well as colleagues and family.
From Team FI Happy New Year!
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In this special recap episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be recapping the first half of 2020! When Covid 19 changed the country and the first challenges that faced us, along with the start of many FI events!
From Team FI Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking to FI veteran Amy Forrest. We will be talking to Amy about her recently put together Well-Being programme for staff.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be interviewing PQ Magazine editor Graham Hambly. As well as getting to know Graham, he also launches the PQ Awards with us and shares how to get those all-important nominations in!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor Ben Bullman will be interviewing his co-host David Malthouse. As we get to know more about Ben and how he has found himself here today!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking to FI's Director of AAT Studies Crystal Haygreen as she shares her insight into how exam questions are put together to help you work out what the examiners are really looking for.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse are joined by London FI Tutor Christian Papworth and will be talking about how to make your studies more efficient and what you should be doing after completing your course syllabus.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse are joined by ACCA representatives to help and our CEO Gareth John to discuss and answer student queries regarding ACCA's recent exam announcement.
To keep updated with all ACCA's announcements click here.
If this news has affected you, and you're uncertain of remote exams try reading the ACCA Remote Exam Guide and our article on Online Exams.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking about what lockdown 2.0 will mean for hundreds of students and how to combat challenges that may be faced.
Please click here to email ACCA regarding a test centre now in local lockdown, you can also check our FI Hub to keep updated on all qualification news.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking about the next steps after you've received your results, whatever the outcome!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking about what you can do when waiting for results and how to use this period of time to supercharge your studies!
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In this second special episode of The FI Podcast, we're granted access to our CEO Gareth John's motivational career webinar. Gareth talks us through his 'ICEBERG of success', distilling two decades of experience and sharing his own personal anecdotes this is an episode not to be missed.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be sharing their top tips on how you can analyse a business effectively for any case study unit, including a head-to-head in a ‘1 Minute Business Analysation Rap Battle’
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse talk about how to keep motivated in the upcoming darker months and the struggles they both go through during winter.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse talk about long term memory techniques to get the most out of your studies and strategies to help make learning new information easier! Check out our recent blog post mentioned in the podcast for more memory techniques.
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In this special episode of The FI Podcast, we're granted access to Director and Tutor Kelley O’Donovan skills session of Making It Stick! In this session, Kelley goes through the best long term memory techniques to ensure you get the most from your revision sessions!
These skills sessions are completely free and can be attended by anyone, including non-accountants. Find out more here!
In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking to Alana Whitby and Becky Hennessey. Alana and Becky voluntarily run a successful Facebook support group for ACCA students.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse talk to Christina Christoforou, ACCA qualified and founder of CMNC Finance. Christina talks about her journey from becoming ACCA qualified to starting her own business.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be talking to FI tutor Ian Thoroughgood on how sleep can affect your everyday performance and his tips on getting a good nights sleep without the need of sheep!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors, Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be interviewing two past students who have recently qualified from CIMA and have also won prizes for their CIMA Strategic papers.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors Ben Bullman and David Malthouse will be interviewing Aileen Edgar ACCA examiner and Tutor. As we find out how she found herself in these roles an deals with the different aspects.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor Ben Bullman will be interviewing his co-host David Malthouse. As we get to know more about Dave and how he has found himself here today!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor David Malthouse is joined by business partner and fellow tutor Kelly O'Donovan to talk about the importance of setting study goals and how to achieve them!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor Ben Bullman is joined by one of our new tutors Taylor Hammond to talk all things revision and what teaching virtually is really like.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutor Ben Bullman is joined by our own Nick Craggs to talk about winning AAT's online learning provider and tutor of the year!
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast director and tutors Ben Bullman and David Malthouse share how they build their study sessions and give tips on how to build your perfect session at home.
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In this episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors Ben Bullman and David Malthouse give you a step by step guide on how to prepare for your big exam. From booking to the week leading up and of course the big day!
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In the first episode of our Student FI Podcast directors and tutors Ben Bullman and David Malthouse are joined by our CEO Gareth John to talk about how COVID has changed the current exam landscape.
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