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CPA Australia
Starting in 2023.
INTHEBLACK is a new leadership, strategy, and business podcast from one of Australia's most respected business, accounting and finance publications – the award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine.
INTHEBLACK podcast brings together expert analysis and thought leadership across accounting, business and finance, taxation, technology, digital transformation, innovation, ethics and governance, ESG, the economy, careers, workplace and work life.
Weekly episodes cover a broad range of topics that help businesses and finance professionals and corporate leaders understand, navigate and thrive in an increasingly complex business environment.
Subscribe today to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes.
INTHEBLACK is presented by CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest accounting bodies, with core services that include education, training, technical support and advocacy.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts: - WITH INTEREST - INTHEBLACK - EXCEL TIPS
To find out more about our podcasts, visit https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts - or search for the shows in your podcast service. To contact the podcast team email us at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au.
(This is an encore presentation of this INTHEBLACK podcast episode, first published on February 3, 2026)
Cognitive bias. It quietly shapes many of the decisions made in accounting and finance – often without you realising it.
This unintended bias can become a risk if left unchecked – especially in professions built on precision, trust and ethical responsibility.
Drawing on real-world examples, this episode explores the diverse types of cognitive bias, and how they can impact accounting and finance professionals in our day-to-day work.
Key learnings include:
- Why cognitive bias exists and when it becomes a professional risk
- How common biases affect financial judgement
- The ethical consequences of bias in accounting and finance
- How organisational culture can reduce or reinforce biased thinking
- Practical steps individuals can take to challenge assumptions and improve decisions
- How the rise of AI and automation adds a new layer of complexity to decision-making
The discussion also shows how biases such as confirmation bias, anchoring and overconfidence quietly influence decisions, often without conscious awareness.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Dr Victor Goh Weng Yew, a PhD in applied psychology and Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology at HELP University in Malaysia, where he is also the acting dean.
For more, head to HELP University online and to its page on LinkedIn.
And there is a CPA PD course on AI and Ethics in Malaysia featuring expert local speakers, case studies and examples.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.
And don't forget to click subscribe to the channel for a wide range of content that will help your career.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
With Interest
INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Every workplace has them – the colleague whose communication style grates on you, the team member whose approach seems to undermine everything you're trying to do, or the manager you simply can't read.
In finance and corporate environments, where pressure is high and collaboration is non-negotiable, navigating these relationships isn't optional.
In this episode of the INTHEBLACK podcast, experts discuss the reality of working with people you don't like.
They explore why tension in teams can actually be a competitive advantage, how to tell the difference between a personality clash and a systemic problem, and what self-awareness really demands of us when conflict arises.
Practical, honest and occasionally confronting, this is a conversation every professional needs – not because you'll always like your colleagues, but because you have to work with them anyway.
Tune in now.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, CPA Australia
Guests: Tammy Tansley, consultant, Leadership and Workplace Culture, and Paula Brough, director, Centre for Work, Organisation and Wellbeing, Griffith University
Want to learn more about this episode's guests?
Head to Tammy Tansley's website and Paula Brough's experts page on the Griffith University website.
And the INTHEBLACK website has articles on today's episode subject and more for finance and business professionals.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. Head to our podcast page CPA Australia - YouTube
And of course, click subscribe to the channel today.
We deliver regular content that will help boost your career skills and capabilities.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips Excel Tips | CPA Australia
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
The data doesn't lie.
With 40 per cent of workers' current skill sets expected to be transformed or obsolete by 2030, it leads to a question many are asking: How do professionals working in finance and accounting become indispensable in the coming years?
In this episode, INTHEBLACK tries to answer that by exploring the one skill that professionals can focus on to help them remain valuable.
The expert insights in this episode include:
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Why AI widens the gap between average and exceptional professionals
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The human skills that are becoming more valuable, not less
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How critical thinking protects against AI errors and hallucinations
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Why emotional intelligence and communication remain competitive advantages
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How to build a career that evolves alongside AI
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Practical advice for accountants, finance professionals and business leaders planning the next decade
If you're looking to stay indispensable in an AI-enabled workplace, this episode offers practical guidance grounded in real-world leadership experience.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, editor, INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia.
Guests: David Carney and Amanda Kenafake. David is executive director of the Career Industry Council of Australia, and CPA Amanda is CEO and executive director of financial services provider Power Tynan.
Learn more about the the Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) at its website.
Similarly, head online for more information on the services provided by Power Tynan.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more With Interest episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@CPAaustralia/podcasts
And don't forget to click subscribe to the channel for a wide range of content that will help your career.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/excel-tips
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Chapters:
00:00 Technical vs Client-Friendly Answers in Accounting
00:24 Introduction: Future of Accounting Skills and AI Impact
01:02 Pace of Change: Should Professionals Feel Alarmed or Excited?
01:32 Adapting to AI: Mindset, Experimentation, and Career Planning
02:53 Key Skills for Modern Accountants: Problem Solving and Emotional Intelligence
04:27 Does AI Amplify Performance? How to Use AI to Enhance Skills
06:02 AI as an Amplifier, Not a Leveller: Why Context Still Matters
07:30 Using AI Under Pressure: Avoiding Blind Trust in Outputs
09:14 Human Skills vs Technical Accuracy: Communicating for Client Understanding
12:40 AI Risks: Bias, Hallucinations, and the Need for Critical Thinking
13:00 Career Advice: Owning Your Learning and Adapting to Change
15:29 How to Become an Indispensable Accountant: Growth Mindset and Upskilling
16:40 Closing Remarks and Key Takeaways
HECS transformed access to higher education in Australia and became one of the country's most influential public policy innovations.
But nearly four decades on, rising student debt, indexation concerns and changing graduate outcomes are raising fresh questions about whether the system still works as intended.
This episode examines the origins of the Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS), and how its income-contingent loan model influenced education funding around the world.
It also explores the challenges facing the system today and the policy choices that could shape its future.
Key points covered:
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Why HECS was introduced and the problem it was designed to solve
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How income-contingent loans changed access to university
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How much today's HECS has changed from its original design
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Assessing the Job-ready Graduates program in 2020
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Whether rising student debt is undermining the original policy goals
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The impact of indexation and changing fee structures
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Potential reforms and what they could mean for students and taxpayers
Tune in now.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Bruce Chapman, architect of HECS and emeritus professor of Economics at ANU.
You can learn more about Bruce Chapman at his website.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. Head to our podcast page CPA Australia - YouTube
And of course, click subscribe to the channel today.
We deliver regular content that will help boost your career skills and capabilities.
Additionally, INTHEBLACK online has stories on a variety of accounting, finance and business topics.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips Excel Tips | CPA Australia
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
This publication provides general information only and is not legal or professional advice. CPA Australia gives no warranties as to its accuracy, completeness or suitability and disclaims all liability for reliance on it. Listeners should seek their own independent advice for their circumstances.
What does Australia's biggest AML (anti-money laundering) reform in years mean for accountants, lawyers, advisers and business owners?
This episode breaks down the tranche 2 anti-money laundering reforms, the growing role of AUSTRAC, and why professional service firms are becoming critical gatekeepers in the fight against financial crime.
The discussion explores how money laundering really works, why criminals target trusted advisers, and the practical steps businesses need to take to prepare for new compliance obligations.
Main learnings:
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Why Australia is expanding AML reporting obligations
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How accountants and lawyers help identify suspicious activity
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What suspicious matter reporting involves in practice
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Why knowing your customer is central to AML compliance
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The role of AUSTRAC as regulator and intelligence agency
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Common red flags linked to financial crime and tax evasion
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How smaller businesses can approach AML compliance practically
This episode offers practical guidance for accounting, finance and advisory professionals navigating Australia's evolving AML landscape.
Listen now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, editor, CPA Australia
Experts:
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Brendan Thomas, AUSTRAC CEO
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Geoff Peck, a former fraud squad detective with Victoria Police's major Fraud Group, and managing director Forensic & Integrity Solutions
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Amanda Wood, managing director, Kroll's Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Practice
For more, head to the Australian Institute of Criminology website.
Need help with your AML/CTF obligations? AUSTRAC and CPA Australia have a host of resources.
AUSTRAC's guidance for small business is another useful resource.
And head to the Crime By Numbers homepage to catch up on earlier eps in this second series as well as series 1.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@CPAaustralia/podcasts
And don't forget to click subscribe to the channel for a wide range of content that will help your career.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/excel-tips
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Chapters:
00:00 Disclaimer
00:21 The social purpose of anti-money laundering
00:45 Introduction to Crime By Numbers Episode 3
01:28 AUSTRAC's role in Australia's AML/CTF regime
02:44 History of money laundering laws and Tranche 2 reforms
03:22 Why Australia is catching up with global AML standards
04:20 Why accountants and lawyers see risks banks can't
05:23 Core obligations for new AML gatekeepers: KYC and reporting
07:05 Comparing Tranche 1 and Tranche 2 compliance challenges
08:15 Embedding AML compliance into professional practices
09:37 Knowing your customer and hidden criminal risk
11:03 Business benefits of stronger AML processes
11:37 Common misconceptions about money laundering and cash
12:39 AUSTRAC guidance, starter kits, and industry support
14:29 Enforcement approach, penalties, and expectations
15:13 The real victims behind money laundering crimes
16:32 Resources for new gatekeepers and closing remarks
This publication provides general information only and is not legal or professional advice. CPA Australia gives no warranties as to its accuracy, completeness or suitability and disclaims all liability for reliance on it. Listeners should seek their own independent advice for their circumstances.
Ever wondered how criminal money moves through today's financial systems?
The answer is more complex today than ever before.
This episode explores the networks, tactics and technologies reshaping money laundering across the world.
From romance scams and money mules to crypto and the metaverse, gain practical insight into how organised crime adapts to digital finance and global markets.
You will learn:
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How money mules are recruited and used in laundering operations
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Why romance scams are still one of the fastest-growing financial crimes
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How hawala dealers move money across borders without physical transfers
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The role of jewellery, food, real estate and sport in laundering activity
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Why cryptocurrency is creating new compliance and detection challenges
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How criminals are exploiting virtual worlds and the metaverse
Listen now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, editor, CPA Australia
Experts:
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Kris Wilson, from the Australian Federal Police's Joint Policing Cyber Crime Coordination Centre
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Brendan Thomas, AUSTRAC CEO
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Dr Milind Tiwari, senior lecturer the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security at Charles Sturt University in Canberra
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Geoff Peck, a former fraud squad detective with Victoria Police's major Fraud Group, and managing director Forensic & Integrity Solutions
For more, head to the Australian Institute of Criminology website.
Need help with your AML/CTF obligations? AUSTRAC and CPA Australia have a host of resources.
Stay tuned for episode three coming soon where we look at the new gatekeepers being recruited to join the fight against money laundering.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@CPAaustralia/podcasts
And don't forget to click subscribe to the channel for a wide range of content that will help your career.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/excel-tips
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au Chapters:
00:00 Disclaimer
00:20 Could the metaverse and crypto become the next money laundering frontier?
00:43 Welcome to Crime by Numbers Episode 2
01:18 How do fake businesses, cash and invoices help launder money?
02:23 Why are accountants, lawyers, and gold dealers money laundering gatekeepers?
03:36 What is Hawala, and how does it move money without crossing borders?
05:22 How is soccer used for money laundering?
05:53 Why is the food industry vulnerable to money laundering and food fraud?
08:31 What crimes most commonly drive money laundering in Australia?
10:03 What is a money mule, and how are people recruited?
13:34 Why are crypto ATMs a growing money laundering risk?
14:40 Why does cryptocurrency make money laundering harder to detect?
15:26 How could the metaverse enable money laundering in the future?
16:54 What's next: who are the new gatekeepers fighting money laundering?
This publication provides general information only and is not legal or professional advice. CPA Australia gives no warranties as to its accuracy, completeness or suitability and disclaims all liability for reliance on it. Listeners should seek their own independent advice for their circumstances.
Money laundering.
It's a business that's rife worldwide, with billions of dollars illegally laundered each year.
In Australia it's estimated that money laundering costs the economy A$60 billion a year.
In 2026, money laundering is under the microscope because Australia's Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Regime is being expanded.
New gatekeepers are being added to the mix to fight against this crime, including accountants, lawyers, real estate agents and dealers in precious metals and gems.
In this second series of Crime by Numbers, delve into the murky depths of the world's laundromat.
Episode one goes inside the laundry and explores why money laundering is so harmful, the far-reaching costs to individuals and economies and what we can do to clean it up.
Listen now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, editor, CPA Australia
Experts:
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Geoff Peck, a former fraud squad detective with Victoria Police's major Fraud Group, and managing director, Forensic & Integrity Solutions
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Brendan Thomas, AUSTRAC CEO
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Amanda Wood, managing director, Kroll's Investigations, Diligence and Compliance Practice
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Dr Milind Tiwari, senior lecturer the Australian Graduate School of Policing and Security at Charles Sturt University in Canberra
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Kris Wilson, team leader, Cybercrime Investigations at Australian Federal Police
For more, head to the Australian Institute of Criminology website.
Need help with your AML/CTF obligations? AUSTRAC and CPA Australia have a host of resources.
In the next episode of Crime by Numbers, discover how money mules such as Boliang Liu operate and the scams that lie behind the money laundering process.
Also, hear how the metaverse is transforming money laundering and making the detection process a lot trickier.
Stay tuned for episode two coming soon: The players and the crimes.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@CPAaustralia/podcasts
And don't forget to click subscribe to the channel for a wide range of content that will help your career.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/excel-tips
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Chapters
00:00 Disclaimer
00:22 How much dirty money is in the Australian economy?
00:43 What is money laundering and why does it matter?
01:16 Inside the Laundry: episode overview
01:33 The history of money laundering from ancient China to Prohibition
01:57 Where did the term "money laundering" come from?
03:39 What does money laundering cost the global and Australian economy?
04:22 Which crimes generate the most laundered money in Australia?
04:43 AUSTRAC explained: who it regulates and why reforms are expanding
05:15 Brendan Thomas on dirty money in Australia
05:54 Is money laundering a victimless crime?
07:36 How fraud against government programs like the NDIS links to money laundering
09:17 How money laundering works: placement, layering and integration
10:24 Real case study: how $60 million moved through global bank accounts
12:25 Shell companies and money laundering red flags
13:45 Bank capture, major AML failures and billion-dollar fines
14:52 Operation Taipan: how Australian banks helped detect a laundering syndicate
16:07 Next episode: money mules, scams and the metaverse
Layne Beachley AO has done it all in the sporting arena – she's a seven-time world surfing champion, after all.
And through her incredible journey, she's learned powerful mindset strategies that could help you today.
And it's not what you might think.
Drawing on her experience as a sporting great, Layne connects elite sport principles to the realities of accounting and finance, offering practical ways to manage stress, sustain energy and make clearer decisions in demanding roles.
And you can apply these habits to your own work life in finance and accounting to improve your performance, focus and resilience – in other words, to help bring out the best version of you.
In this special episode, Layne also shares how her 7% rule helps professionals reset, refocus and perform under pressure.
Other key learnings include:
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Practical ways to reset your nervous system during the workday
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The importance of mental health and how to switch off
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What success actually looks like
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How to deal with pressure when you're busy at home and at work
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How leaders can embed resilience into team culture
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The one thing accountants and CFOs can take away from this episode
Layne brings a unique perspective from elite sport, translating high-performance habits into practical actions you can apply immediately.
Tune in now for elite insights into how you can make improvements to your daily work habits.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, CPA Australia
Guests: Layne Beachley, a seven-time world surfing champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest surfers of all time. She's also a high-performance mindset coach, helping professionals translate elite sporting principles into everyday success.
Layne Beachley will be speaking at CPA Week 2026 in June.
And head online for more about Layne Beachley's Awake Academy.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. Go to our podcast page CPA Australia - YouTube
And of course, click subscribe to the channel today.
We deliver regular content that will help boost your career skills and capabilities.
Additionally, INTHEBLACK online has stories on everyday ethics issues.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips Excel Tips | CPA Australia
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
Search for them in your favourite podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
As accountants, conflicts of interest can arise. Some say they are unavoidable.
But knowing how to manage them is crucial.
This episode explores how such conflicts arise – from client relationships to commercial pressures – and why managing them is critical to upholding trust in the profession.
You will learn:
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why conflicts of interest are increasing in today's business environment
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the most common conflict of interest scenarios facing accountants and advisers
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when disclosure is not enough and stronger action is needed
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how to distinguish between manageable and unacceptable conflicts
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practical frameworks to identify and assess conflicts in real time
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the role of professional judgement and organisational culture
Drawing on the current codes of ethics and the everyday ethics issues discussed in INTHEBLACK, this expert-led discussion focuses on practical decision-making in situations that are rarely clear cut.
This episode will help you respond with confidence and integrity.
Tune in now.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, CPA Australia
Guests: Dr Michelle Cull FCPA, Associate Professor and Head of Discipline, Accounting and Financial Planning at Western Sydney University, and Belinda Zohrab, Regulation and Professional Standards Lead, CPA Australia
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. Head to our podcast page CPA Australia - YouTube
And of course, click subscribe to the channel today.
We deliver regular content that will help boost your career skills and capabilities.
Additionally, INTHEBLACK online has stories on everyday ethics issues.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips Excel Tips | CPA Australia
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
AI is reshaping finance faster than most accounting and finance organisations are prepared for.
This episode explores what that means in practice and how professionals can stay relevant as roles evolve.
From automation and agentic AI to cybersecurity risks and sustainability pressures, this expert-led discussion highlights the shifts happening across finance, accounting and business in a volatile and rapidly changing world.
You will learn:
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The biggest forces changing the profession right now
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What AI fluency looks like in practice and why it matters now
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The emerging technologies or trends reshaping how finance teams work
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How finance roles are evolving towards judgement and decision making
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The impact of automation on career pathways and hiring patterns
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Practical steps to future-proof your career capability in a reshaped profession
Listen now.
Host: Patrick Viljoen, sustainability lead, CPA Australia
Guests: Amantha Imber an innovation specialist and Anders Sormann-Nilsson, a futurist and keynote speaker.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. Head to our podcast page CPA Australia - YouTube
And of course, click subscribe to the channel today. We deliver regular content that will help boost your career skills and capabilities.
You can also head to INTHEBLACK online for 10 accounting trends reshaping the profession and other insightful articles celebrating 140 years of the designation in our special April edition.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts
INTHEBLACK https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack
INTHEBLACK Out Loud https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/intheblack-outloud
Excel Tips Excel Tips | CPA Australia
With Interest https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/with-interest
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Accounting has evolved dramatically, but its core purpose stays unchanged - enabling trust and better decision-making.
In this episode, hosted by Australian comedian Lehmo, learn how the profession has moved from manual record keeping to a strategic role centred on judgement, governance and value creation.
Additionally, explore why AI is transforming tools rather than replacing expertise.
Key learnings from this episode:
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How accounting has evolved from bookkeeping to strategic decision support
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Why trust, integrity and governance sit at the centre of the profession
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How global crises have expanded the role of accountants over time
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The shift from financial data to broader enterprise data responsibilities
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Why AI enhances accounting rather than replacing it
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The growing importance of professional scepticism in an AI-driven world
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How accountants can contribute to AI governance and auditing
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Why communication and judgement remain critical skills
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What the next generation of accountants needs to succeed
Listen now for more.
Host: Anthony "Lehmo" Lehmann, popular Australian comedian
Guests:
Dr Jasvinder Sidhu, accounting academic and historian
Kaushika Jayalath CPA, principal solutions consultant, Oracle, and a CPA Australia board member
Head to Lehmo's site for more information on his services.
And learn more about this episode's guests Kaushika Jayalath CPA and Dr Jasvinder Sidhu at his staff profile.
Loving this episode?
Listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.
And don't forget to click subscribe on the channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
With Interest
INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Gain a clear view of where the Australian and Asia-Pacific economies are heading and what it all means for finance leaders in 2026.
The headlines say volatility. The data tells a more nuanced story.
Inflation, interest rates, productivity and more are all explained in plain terms, translating macroeconomic signals into what matters for business leaders today.
Listen for an expert view of:
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The economic cycle that Australia and APAC are entering
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The likely direction of interest rates over the next 12 months
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Which indicators matter most when tracking inflation
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The key skill you need to help you prepare for the year ahead
These insights will help you understand where the Australian and APAC economies are heading, and how this may influence decision-making this year.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, editor INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia
Guest: Paul Bloxham, chief economist, Australia, New Zealand and global commodities, HSBC
To read online articles by Paul Bloxham, head to his news page on the AFR.
For more economic insights visit INTHEBLACK https://intheblack.cpaaustralia.com.au/economy
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CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
With Interest
INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
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What do you do when there is no playbook?
Many finance leaders have built their careers on accuracy, clarity and control. But today's operating climate is defined by uncertainty rather than stability.
Market turbulence, rapid advances in AI, organisational redesign and ongoing talent constraints are converging at the same time.
In this context, success depends on more than just IQ or EQ. It now also hinges on your adaptability quotient (AQ).
In this episode, explore how finance professionals can build the capability to work confidently through ambiguity while preserving the discipline and standards that underpin strong accounting practice.
You will learn:
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the difference between adaptability quotient (AQ) and adaptive leadership
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why change feels harder today and how complexity affects performance
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how to use the observation, interpretation and intervention model
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practical ways to avoid common thinking traps such as catastrophising and blame
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how to create psychological safety without lowering standards
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tools such as the balcony and dance floor perspective and the productive zone of disequilibrium.
If you want to strengthen resilience, improve decision-making and lead confidently through uncertainty, this episode offers practical steps you can apply immediately.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, CPA Australia.
Guests: Catherine Althaus, professor at UNSW Canberra, and Kathryn McEwen, organisational psychologist.
For more information, head to Kathryn McEwen's website.
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Workplace romance happens more often than most people realise.
While at its heart (no pun intended) it's a personal matter, companies today have obligations under legislation that affect how these relationships are managed.
When colleagues become romantically involved, there are ways to handle it that respect personal freedom while managing organisational risk.
This episode examines that tricky balancing act of respecting privacy with the current legal and ethical responsibilities of companies.
Key points in this episode include:
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The view of office romances from today's organisational perspective
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The importance of having a strong understanding of the law around this specific area
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Policies or guidelines that should be in place to manage office romances responsibly
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Effective strategies for communicating these relationship policies to staff
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The potential for a conflict of interest and the duty to prevent sexual harassment
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Recognising ethical red flags in relationships with significant power imbalances
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Navigating the risks associated with alcohol and off-site corporate events
Love in the workplace isn't just a plotline in your favourite drama. It's a reality many professionals navigate. Tune in for guidance.
Host: Belinda Zohrab, Regulation and Professional Standards lead, CPA Australia
Guest: Jodie Fox, employment lawyer and director of Worklogic, a consultancy firm that works with employers. She is also an honorary senior fellow of the University of Melbourne's Law School.
For more information, head to Worklogic's website and its page on LinkedIn.
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Cognitive bias. It quietly shapes many of the decisions made in accounting and finance – often without you realising it.
This unintended bias can become a risk if left unchecked – especially in professions built on precision, trust and ethical responsibility.
Drawing on real-world examples, this episode explores the diverse types of cognitive bias, and how they can impact accounting and finance professionals in our day-to-day work.
Key learnings include:
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Why cognitive bias exists and when it becomes a professional risk
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How common biases affect financial judgement
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The ethical consequences of bias in accounting and finance
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How organisational culture can reduce or reinforce biased thinking
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Practical steps individuals can take to challenge assumptions and improve decisions
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How the rise of AI and automation adds a new layer of complexity to decision-making
The discussion also shows how biases such as confirmation bias, anchoring and overconfidence quietly influence decisions, often without conscious awareness.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Dr Victor Goh Weng Yew, a PhD in applied psychology and Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology at HELP University in Malaysia, where he is also the acting dean.
For more, head to HELP University online and to its page on LinkedIn.
And there is a CPA PD course on AI and Ethics in Malaysia featuring expert local speakers, case studies and examples.
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Did you know that one of Australia's biggest superannuation reforms in decades is starting in July 2026? Are you prepared for the change?
In short, with legislation moving through Parliament, Australia will move from quarterly to payday-based superannuation payments – a significant shift with implications across business.
This expert-led episode, featuring three guests, explores the systems issues and regulatory implications as well as why Payday Super is happening and the benefits of this change to employees.
Key takeaways include:
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How cash flow, payroll systems and compliance will be affected by this change
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The closure of the Small Business Super Clearinghouse (SBSCH)
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How the seven-day payment rule will work for missing payments
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Practical steps accountants can take to help prepare clients early
Listen now for expert advice to help you prepare for the changes coming soon to superannuation in Australia.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor, INTHEBLACK
Guests:
Kristen Yarbrough, Product Manager at CloudPayroll
Gavan Ord, Business Investment and International Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia
Richard Webb, Superannuation Lead, Policy, Standards and External Affairs, CPA Australia
Learn more about CloudPayroll at its website and its LinkedIn account.
And you can read an article about Payday Super on INTHEBLACK.
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Australia remains one of the few advanced economies still using PDFs for financial reporting – a format most global markets have already left behind.
In this episode, you'll gain expert-led insights on why adopting digital financial reporting in Australia is critical to supporting trust, transparency and competitiveness in global markets.
Explore how structured data allows regulators, investors and businesses to analyse and compare information more efficiently, driving better decision-making and reducing capital costs.
Listeners will learn:
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How structured data improves accountability and investor confidence
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Why global markets already mandate digital reporting standards
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The link between digital disclosure and lower capital costs
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How AI will enhance – not replace – digital reporting workflows
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What Australian policymakers can learn from global peers
Learn why CPA Australia is recommending a mandate for digital reporting by listed entities in this expert-led discussion.
Listen now.
Host: Ram Subramanian, External Reporting Lead, Policy, Standards and External Affairs, CPA Australia
Guest: John Turner ,CEO of XBRL International, a global, non-profit standards body dedicated to improving business performance through enhanced transparency and accountability in reporting. With a background in law, IT, and government, he has led innovation in business model design, systems development and data standards for over two decades.
For more, INTHEBLACK has an article on why digital reporting should be mandatory in Australia.
Additionally, this interim report from 2025 by the Productivity Commission provides broader context to digital reporting.
And you can find out John Turner's organisation XBRL at its website.
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How can we attract more accountants and future-proof the profession?
In this episode we take a deep dive with IFAC into this pressing question. You'll learn about accounting's talent pipeline – its challenges and possible solutions.
Key takeaways include:
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What's really driving the talent shortage and how firms, educators and policymakers can respond.
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Simple ways to position accounting as a dynamic, valued career choice.
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Why reaching future accountants in primary school – and harnessing gamification – sparks lifelong curiosity.
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How AI is reshaping (not replacing) accounting jobs, and what skillsets are essential for today's graduates.
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Real-world strategies to build an engaged and future-proofed accounting team.
If you're in business or accounting leadership, don't miss these actionable insights to help understand and elevate the profession's future.
Host: Elinor Kasapidis, Chief of Policy, Standards and External affairs, CPA Australia
Guest: Bruce Vivian, Head of Accountancy Education, IFAC
You can learn more about Bruce Vivian's career and his role with IFAC.
And read IFAC's story on possible incentives for attracting accounting talent.
Also, check out IFAC's website for its attractiveness of the profession hub which includes resources on preparing a future-ready profession and roles for the next decade.
You can listen to more With Interest episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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INTHEBLACK
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Excel Tips
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We all want to be happy at work. Or at least happier, don't we?
Across this conversation, listeners will learn about a foundational concept: Success often follows happiness rather than causes it.
Drawing on research in positive psychology, the episode outlines how mindset, habits and self-awareness account for a large share of overall wellbeing, far outweighing external circumstances.
It also explains how small, consistent practices such as learning to be grateful can recalibrate the brain's natural bias toward the negative.
Listeners will learn:
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The relationship between happiness and leadership
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Positive psychology as a field of research
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Research data on happiness and how it's a 'skill'
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The key components of developing workplace happiness and contentment
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How to recognise 'green-light moments'
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Ways to shift out of work-related ruts, regain perspective and avoid catastrophising
This Career Hacks episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for that elusive happiness factor at work.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Declan Edwards, happiness researcher, speaker, coach and consultant. He is founder of the BU Happiness College, which has a vision of making the skills and science of happiness more accessible to individuals, organisations and the world.
For more information, head to the BU Happiness College on LinkedIn.
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CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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INTHEBLACK
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Excel Tips
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We've all probably had a manager or leader who struggles to delegate. Sound familiar?
This Career Hacks episode explores the art of delegation. It's an essential skill, particularly for new managers – and one that's often hard to master.
Getting the right balance between a hands-off approach and micro-management is key, and an empathetic approach can really help, say the experts.
Listen in to learn the behavioural traps that keep managers doing the work themselves, why burnout grows when clarity is missing, and how empathy offers insight into workload, motivation and fairness.
Also, learn how to check in without hovering, why communication gaps create rework and the value of curiosity when assessing team capacity.
You'll learn:
• Why not delegating limits leadership impact • How technical experts can shift from doing the work to guiding it • The emotional and psychological drivers that shape team performance • How empathy and curiosity help leaders understand real workload and risk
This Career Hacks episode is a must-listen for professionals seeking expert advice on how to best delegate.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Daniel Murray, international keynote speaker and author of The Empathy Gap, a handbook for business leaders who want to form stronger connections with the people they lead.
For more on this episode's guest Daniel Murray, head to his consultancy's website.
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Are you a leader who dreads hard conversations? The uncomfortable feedback. The underperformance chat. The redundancy announcement.
It can be daunting.
But difficult conversations are part of every leader's journey, and mastering them takes skill, EQ and practice.
In this expert-led episode, we bring you tools to help.
Key learnings: • Why fear for even the most capable leaders drives avoidance – and how to break the cycle • How to prepare for tough talks without over-rehearsing • Practical ways to lead redundancy or performance discussions • Turning emotional moments into opportunities for growth • Understanding emotional triggers to finding constructive outcomes
Learn how you can use emotional intelligence (EQ) in five of the most difficult conversations you may have at work.
You'll discover evidence-based techniques to prepare for and conduct challenging discussions that build trust instead of tension.
This episode shows the power of EQ, and why it is often the difference maker in these tough scenarios.
The Career Hacks series is back and episode two is a must-listen for professionals seeking expert advice and guidance in these demanding situations.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Amy Jacobson, emotional intelligence expert, speaker and author. Her latest book is titled The Emotional Intelligence Advantage.
For more on Amy Jacobson, head to her website, which includes a section on her books.
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Planning your next career move? If so, you're going to need a resume that stands out from the rest.
In this episode, you'll learn what hiring managers look for and how to present your experience with clarity and confidence.
With an expert guest offering tips and advice, discover how CV formats are changing, what recruiters see as red flags and the role keywords play in passing those annoying, AI-driven applicant tracking systems.
Key insights include:
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The resume length rule that really matters
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What to highlight at junior and senior career stages
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Skills, systems and certifications hiring managers notice
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Practical ways to tailor a CV to the job ad
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How to get around AI-powered ATS filtering – how it works and which keywords to prioritise
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Common mistakes that immediately undermine credibility
If you're aiming for your next role in accounting or finance, these Career Hacks insights could be the difference between being filtered out and being seen by the right people.
The Career Hacks series is back and is a must-listen this summer for anyone preparing their next career move.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Jasmine Ee, a senior consultant at staffing and recruitment company Hays
For more on what Hays does, head to the company's website.
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How's your mental energy? It's an important question to ask yourself. Here's why.
As the working year draws to a close, your mental energy may be a little low. This can have implications not only for you, but your work productivity.
In this episode, we explore how finance professionals can protect their mental bandwidth, sustain their energy and lead with purpose without burning out.
You'll learn practical ways to recharge your "mental battery" and create balance in high-pressure workplaces.
You'll gain insights such as:
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How to measure and manage your mental energy like any other performance metric
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Daily habits to reset focus and reduce stress in busy work environments
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The link between wellbeing and productivity in finance roles
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Why emotionally intelligent leadership creates stronger, more resilient teams
Listen now for smart advice.
Host: Adrienne Biscontin, External Affairs Adviser, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia
Guest: Tim Jack Adams, author and founder and CEO of GreenX7
For more on today's special guest Tim Jack Adams, head to his website.
And learn more about GreenX7 and its 'battery check' mental health feature at the website.
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Did you know that Australia is the world's largest lithium producer?
In this episode, you'll learn more about the battery business – a complex area given its reliance on the mining sector and the associated challenges involved in extracting primary resources.
Listeners will gain an expert-led view of the global battery industry, and how mining, sustainability and policy intersect to power the next generation of economic growth.
Key areas covered include:
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What lithium is and how it powers everything from EVs to renewable storage systems
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Why "battery passports" are redefining responsible mining
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The opportunities and risks for Australia in refining and manufacturing
Listen now for expert-led views and insights.
Host: Patrick Viljoen, Policy Lead ESG, CPA Australia
Guest: Jairo Bernal FCPA, CFO of Wildcat Resources Limited and the former Head of Finance and Company Secretary at Chilean lithium mining company SQ
Learn more about the global mining industry and Jairo Bernal in this article on INTHEBLACK.
And this article outlines the opportunity ahead for Australia's battery industry.
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CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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AI is advancing fast – but is it responsible?
In this must-listen episode, global AI expert Dr Rumman Chowdhury shares what you need to know about building AI systems that are fair, transparent and future-ready.
Key insights and questions include:
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Is it too late to create a responsible AI environment?
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What defines responsible AI?
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Managing AI bias and ethical risk
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The rise of sovereign AI
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Workforce disruption: preparing for AI-driven change
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Is AI the final frontier for humans?
Listen now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Content Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Dr Rumman Chowdhury. She is CEO and co-founder of Humane Intelligence, a nonprofit advancing community-driven AI auditing and evaluation. As the US Science Envoy for AI, Rumman engages in global AI governance efforts with a focus on emerging markets. Previously, she led AI ethics teams at Twitter and Accenture, pioneering enterprise-level AI risk mitigation tools.
Rumman is the CEO and co-founder of Humane Intelligence, and she is speaking at this year’s CPA Congress.
You can learn more about Rumman at her website.
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INTHEBLACK
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Excel Tips
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For four decades, Microsoft Excel has been a cornerstone of accounting and finance. From basic calculations to complex modelling, it has transformed how professionals analyse data, solve problems and make decisions.
To mark Excel’s 40th birthday, Neale Blackwood CPA reflects on Excel’s legacy and its impact on the profession. He shares his personal journey with Excel, explores its evolution from the early Mac days to the rise of AI and Python, and offers insights into why Excel remains essential in a tech-driven world.
Listen now to learn:
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How Excel revolutionised accounting and finance workflows
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Key milestones in Excel’s 40-year journey, including the rise of VBA, PivotTables and Power BI
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What Excel’s future looks like in the age of AI, automation and cloud collaboration
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Why Excel is still a must-have skill for finance professionals
Whether you're building financial models, exploring automation or simply aiming to sharpen your Excel skills, this episode offers insights into the past, present and future of the world's most important app for accounting and finance professionals.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, editor, INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia
Guest: Neale Blackwood CPA, accountant, author and Excel traine
Listen to our Excel Tips podcast here https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts/excel-tips
You can read Neale Blackwood’s Excel Tips column on the INTHEBLACK website here https://intheblack.cpaaustralia.com.au/technical-skills
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
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CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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This episode explores purpose-led leadership - a key to inspiring teams and achieving success.
Leadership is no longer defined by just technical skills — purpose, adaptability and the ability to bring out the best in others is becoming increasingly important.
Whether you’re an emerging leader in accounting or a seasoned finance professional, this episode offers practical guidance to help you step into leadership with purpose, lead through adversity and change and inspire high performance across your teams.
Listen now.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, editor, INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia
Guest: Pip Marlow, non-executive board director, GAICD, advisor
Pip Marlow will be speaking at CPA Congress in person at the Gold Coast in October 2025.
For more background on this episode’s guest Pip Marlow, head over to this article on the AICD website and the Future Women site.
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CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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INTHEBLACK
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Excel Tips
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In an interconnected world, one trait is fast becoming a must-have skill for finance and accounting professionals. It’s cultural intelligence.
This episode explores how understanding cultural differences and adapting your approach can elevate trust, strengthen collaboration and deliver better business outcomes.
With expert-led insights, learn how cultural conditioning shapes trust and what strategies can help you lead with authenticity while respecting cultural norms.
Learn clear, actionable ways to embed cultural agility into daily practice – from client meetings to cross-border negotiations.
Key learnings include:
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How to identify and manage cultural blind spots in finance and accounting
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Practical strategies to build trust across borders and multicultural teams
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Why hierarchy and communication styles matter in Asia-Pacific contexts
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How culturally intelligent leaders navigate ambiguity and high-stakes decisions
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Tips for balancing authenticity with cultural adaptability in global business
Whether you’re leading an international team, negotiating cross-border deals or simply aiming to sharpen your Asia capability, this episode will give you insights to succeed in today’s global finance landscape.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, INTHEBLACK Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Charlotta Oberg, Program Director, Asialink Leaders Program, Associate Director, Capability Development at Asialink Business
Links:
You can take a short, self-paced or facilitated course with the Asialink Business Academy.
Gain credentialed Asia insights and connections through the Asialink Leader Program.
And be inspired by Asia-capable leaders across sectors, including financial services.
Listen to more With Interest episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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INTHEBLACK
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Excel Tips
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Today’s finance job market trends are revealed with key findings from the Hays 2025 Salary Guide explored in this episode.
Key takeaways include:
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Which finance roles and industries offer the best rewards in Australia and New Zealand
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Trends in finance job satisfaction across salary levels and generations
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The impact of AI on the recruitment process
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The gender pay gap
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Current skills shortages
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Advice for job seekers
Whether you're a finance professional navigating career choices or a recruiter adapting to new hiring realities, this episode offers practical insights, advice and strategies.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Content Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Shane Little, Managing Director, Enterprise Solutions APAC, Hays
Links:
The Hays 2025 Salary Guide is available online.
And you can listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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Excel Tips
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Private credit is booming. But do investors fully understand the risks?
In this episode, learn the mechanics of private credit, its place within the private capital universe and why it's suddenly everywhere - from retail portfolios to billion-dollar super funds.
Key takeaways include:
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Why private credit is not the "bond-like risk" some claim it is
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How super funds allocate private credit under regulatory pressure
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Why borrower type, loan structure and economic cycles matter
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What needs to change in how private credit is marketed
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The potential regulatory interventions on the horizon
Whether you're an institutional investor or private wealth adviser, this episode is a must-listen.
Host: Tahn Sharpe, Editor INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia
Guest: Michael Block, CIO, Bellmont Securities
You can learn about Bellmont Securities at their website and find them on LinkedIn.
Additionally, discover more with this overview of private credit from the RBA.
And you can read Michael’s contributions on Investor Strategy News:
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The four-letter word private credit investors have forgotten
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Credit's day of reckoning is upon us
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
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CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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INTHEBLACK
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Excel Tips
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Climate change isn’t a side issue for Hobart Airport. It’s an integral part of its operations.
In this episode, discover how the Tasmanian capital’s airport integrates sustainability, including:
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How Hobart Airport identifies and mitigates climate-related risks
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Why sustainability is embedded across procurement, design and construction
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The role of circular economy practices in infrastructure projects
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How EV infrastructure is shaping the passenger experience
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The value of finance-led scenario planning in managing climate impact
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Dealing with external partners
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Future challenges for airports.
Explore how the finance and commercial teams are central to planning and decision-making, using their strategic and analytical skills to manage risk and guide sustainable investment.
Plus, find out how they know when it’s time to bring in external expertise to manage complex risks.
This episode is essential listening for those in finance, infrastructure and strategic planning who want to understand how sustainability can be effectively integrated into operational decision-making.
Host: Patrick Viljoen, Sustainability Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia
Guest: Kate Gillies CPA, CFO at Hobart Airport
Learn more about the executive leadership team running Hobart Airport, and its climate change adaptation plan.
INTHEBLACK produces articles across a wide range of areas, including this story on climate risk and tourism.
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
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INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
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Generative AI isn’t on the horizon – it’s already changing how finance professionals work.
In this episode, you’ll gain a clear understanding of AI in finance, including:
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What generative AI actually is
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How it differs from traditional AI
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Why it matters to your role in finance
You’ll learn practical examples of how AI tools like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot and BloombergGPT are being used in finance – from automating reporting to generating insights and even replacing junior analyst tasks via agentic AI, for example.
For those finance professionals working with data, models or reports, this episode shows where AI can take over repetitive tasks and where you can use it to boost your impact with essential skills.
If you're thinking about how to future-proof your career or your team, you’ll come away with a clear picture of the technical and strategic skills that are quickly becoming essential in the profession.
Whether you're advising clients, managing data, or leading change, this episode gives you the insight needed to stay ahead in an AI-driven world.
Host: Aidan Ormond, Digital Content Editor, INTHEBLACK, CPA Australia
Guest: Patrick Leung, a data science tech lead with a background across insurance, banking and sports analytics. He is recognised for his expertise in natural language processing and AI strategy.
Related to this episode’s topic, CPA Australia has courses and online learning resources as well as micro credentials.
You can learn more about this episode’s topic on INTHEBLACK with these articles:
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5 common finance problems AI can tackle
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Avoid BYOAI: The importance of AI training in the workplace
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Cyber risks from AI (and how you can stay protected)
And your listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
With Interest
INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
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Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
What does it mean to actively meet your ethical obligations as a finance or accounting professional?
In this episode, you’ll learn how corporate scandals reveal recurring themes in ethical failings and leadership culture.
The episode also expands beyond misconduct to highlight proactive ethical leadership, and learn how to use Part 1 of APES 110 code as a practical framework to:
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Assess risks
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Apply safeguards
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Make confident ethical decisions
If you're an accountant or finance professional looking to strengthen your understanding of ethics, these insights can help you protect your reputation, uphold trust and lead responsibly.
Listen now.
Host: Belinda Zohrab-McConnell, regulatory, professional standards and ethics specialist, CPA Australia
Guest: Brendan O’Connell, global president ICMA, current member and past Chair of the CPA Australia centre of excellence for ethics and professional standards.
For more information head to CPA Australia for CPD ethics resources.
And for further information, you can read these ethics articles on INTHEBLACK.
https://intheblack.cpaaustralia.com.au/ethics-and-governance/highly-competitive-work-environments
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
With Interest
INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
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Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Time. It’s one thing many busy professionals wish we had more of in our working days.
Whether you're drowning in meetings or struggling to tick off your daily tasks, this episode is here to help. You’ll find clear, actionable tips to help you work smarter and achieve your goals.
You’ll learn:
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Why “I’m busy” isn’t the answer, and what you should focus on instead
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How to set realistic, achievable goals that drive real progress
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What professionals get wrong about productivity and how to fix it
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How to make meetings more meaningful – or remove them entirely
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The power of “Red Brick Thinking” and how it can change your day-to-day work
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How to use AI tools to boost efficiency
If you're a CPA Australia member, business owner, finance lead or corporate professional, this episode will provide you with relevant tools to help you take back control of your calendar.
Host: Christine Gounder, Digital Content Lead, Design and Build, CPA Australia
Guest: Donna McGeorge, author and expert on productivity, meetings and time management
For more information on this episode’s guest and her books, head to Donna McGeorge’s website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
With Interest
INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
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Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Ever wondered how well you communicate?
Communication expert Dr Louise Mahler shares practical, research-backed techniques to help you build trust, speak with confidence and strengthen your presence.
Whether you're presenting to the board, in an online meeting or fielding tough questions, this episode gives you the tools to communicate with greater impact and earn trust more effectively.
From unconscious habits that sabotage credibility to the secrets behind handling high-pressure moments, unpack how voice, body language and messaging shape the way we’re perceived.
In this INTHEBLACK episode, you’ll learn:
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The core components of trust and why they matter
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How to communicate with authority using vocal and physical presence
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Simple ways to manage anxiety in meetings and presentations
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What gravitas really is and how to develop it
Listen now for expert-backed tips you can use today.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Editorial Content Lead, CPA Australia
Guest: Dr Louise Mahler, an expert in body language, voice and human behaviour. She has a PhD in Leadership Communication, and degrees and masters in Organisational Psychology and Music and is the author of two books on the subject: Resonate and Gravitas.
Louise is presenting a master class at CPA Week in Perth on 11-13 June, 2025.
You can learn more about Louise Mahler at her website.
INTHEBLACK has also covered today’s topic in a recent article featuring Dr Louise Mahler along with other experts who share their insights on staying calm and composed in the workplace when the pressure is on.
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
With Interest
INTHEBLACK
INTHEBLACK Out Loud
Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
What does productivity really mean in today’s fast-moving, tech-driven world – and are traditional measures still relevant?
In this episode of INTHEBLACK, take a fresh look at how to define and measure productivity in today’s high-tech economy.
Longstanding metrics like multi-factor productivity (MFP) and gross domestic product (GDP) have shaped economic policy for decades – but are they still fit for purpose?
An expert guest expert draws on insights from the Australian Productivity Commission and his own research to explore:
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Why conventional productivity measures may no longer reflect real economic value
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Emerging alternative metrics that better capture today’s workplace dynamics
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What this shift means for business leaders, finance professionals and policymakers
If you're a business owner, accountant or advisor looking to better understand the future of work and economic performance, this episode will give you the context – and questions – you need to stay ahead.
Listen now to uncover what productivity really is in today’s economy.
Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
Guest: John QuiggIn, Professor of Economics at University of Queensland. He is prominent both as a research economist and as a commentator on Australian economic policy. He is a Fellow of the Econometric Society, the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia. His latest book After Neoliberalism was released in 2024.
For more information on research reports by the Australian Productivity Commission, head to its website.
Additionally, learn more about alternative productivity metrics such as wellbeing indices and TFP (total factor productivity)
INTHEBLACK has also covered this episode’s topic.
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
As organisations big and small integrate artificial intelligence into their operations, understanding the vulnerabilities that come with AI systems is essential. In this episode, we'll explore the crucial intersection between AI and cybersecurity.
You’ll gain insights on AI systems, common pitfalls in AI security and specialist tips for businesses to navigate this dynamic landscape.
This episode covers areas such as:
- Adversarial machine learning (AML)
- The fundamental difference between AI and IT security
- AI model vulnerabilities
- Expanded attack surface via unstructured inputs
- Key pitfalls in AI adoption
- Risk mitigation
Tune in now for specialist advice from a leading expert in the field.
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Host: Garreth Hanley, Podcast Producer, CPA Australia
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Guest: Miranda R, an offensive security team manager at Malware Security, and an AI vulnerability researcher and a trainer with Mileva, where she conducts penetration testing for various sectors, including government and private industry.
Want to learn more? Head online to Malsec and Mileva.
And you can read an insightful post by Miranda R on her LinkedIn, as well as a news story about an ID system failure in the US involving a fraudster and how a North Korean hacker duped a cybersecurity firm.
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
How is the role of the CFO evolving and what does it mean for the future of finance?
In this episode, you’ll gain key takeaways from Hays’ CFO Insights Report, which surveyed nearly 300 CFOs across Australia and New Zealand.
You’ll learn how finance leaders are shifting from traditional financial management to a more strategic “chief value officer” role, driving broader organisational impact in an increasingly volatile business landscape.
Gain valuable insights into how CFOs are using AI for automation, prioritising cybersecurity amid growing threats, and embedding sustainability into financial strategy as ESG regulations come into sharper focus.
Additionally, with finance roles expanding, CFOs are investing in leadership development, digital skills and future-proofing their teams through structured succession planning.
Stay ahead in the finance world and discover:
- Emerging trends
- Challenges
- Actionable strategies
Tune in now.
Host: Christine Gounder, Digital Content Leader, CPA Australia
Guest: Caroline Edwards, NSW Director, Accountancy and Finance at Hays
You can read the full Hays’ CFO Insights Report online and Hays’ website has more about the services that the company offer.
CPA Australia also has resources for finance professionals which can help you in your career journey.
Additionally, at the INTHEBLACK website, you can read articles on wide range of topics for business, accounting and finance professionals, including the must-have skills for CFOs in 2025.
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
On International Women’s Day 2025, we explore the ongoing journey to gender equality in the workplace.
In this episode you’ll uncover valuable insights on the difference between pay equity and the gender pay gap, and learn more about key issues such as:
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Leadership: The crucial role of leadership in driving gender equality and fostering a respectful, inclusive workplace culture.
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Impact of legislative changes: How policies such as paid parental leave and corporate diversity principles have improved women’s participation in the workforce and in leadership roles.
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Gender pay gap: The importance of understanding and addressing the gender pay gap through data-driven strategies and understanding its key drivers.
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Parental leave and gender norms: How the increasing involvement of men in taking parental leave is challenging traditional gender roles and promoting more equitable care-giving responsibilities.
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Business case for gender equality: The direct link between gender-balanced teams and improved organisational performance, innovation and safety.
Listen to this episode and learn how organisations can create more inclusive, respectful and high-performing workplaces.
Tune in now.
Host: Christine Gounder, Digital Content Lead, Design and Build, CPA Australia
Guest: Prue Gilbert, founder and CEO of Grace Papers, a social change business that provides coaching and consulting solutions to promote gender equality in the workplace
For further information, head online to the Australian government workplace gender equality agency and to Prue Gilbert’s social change business Grace Papers.
Additionally, the international women’s day website has all the information you need on IWD 2025.
Want to learn more?
INTHEBLACK has relevant articles on strategies to help close the gender gap and gender in accounting.
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes?
Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
The mergers and acquisitions landscape is shifting. Are you prepared?
In this episode, unpack the key trends shaping Australia’s mid-market M&A activity, drawing on exclusive insights from the latest Pitcher Partners’ Dealmakers report.
Learn what’s driving deal enthusiasm, how market capitalisations are influencing transactions and where Australia stands in the regional and global M&A arena.
Plus: the industries that are primed for consolidation, opportunities emerging in the year ahead and the challenges businesses and investors need to navigate.
Whether you’re an investor, business owner or dealmaker, this podcast will equip you with the insights to stay ahead in a competitive market.
Tune in for expert analysis that can help shape your next strategic move.
Host: Gavan Ord, business investment and international lead, policy and advocacy, CPA Australia
Guest: Stephen Craig CPA, partner, corporate finance at Pitcher Partners
Pitcher Partner’s dealmakers’ mid-market M&A report is available to read online.
Learn more about the company at its website.
You can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
New tax requirements are on the horizon for not-for-profits, and approximately 150,000 NFPs will have to lodge a tax return.
Learn how these new requirements will affect NFPs and why the ATO implemented the changes.
Tune in now to stay informed.
Host: Ram Subramanian, Interim Head of Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia
Guest: Nunzio Giunta FCPA, the Managing Partner and Founder of Giuntabell, a specialist not-for-profit accounting firm. He is also the chair of the CPA Australia Not-For-Profit Committee in Queensland, and a member of the ATO’s Not-for-Profit Stewardship Group. Nunzio also sits on the Australian Accounting Standards Board Not-For-Profit Advisory panel.
For further information related to this topic, head online to the ATO and to the Australian Charities And Not-For-Profits Commission.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Natcha Lertanuntrakul is a dedicated auditor with a passion for the profession. And as the 22-year-old explains, it’s not just about number crunching.
Auditing is a varied role that includes client visits, people skills and offering valuable insights for businesses.
In celebration of Auditor Proud Day 2024 - which recognises the crucial role auditors play in upholding strong corporate governance and supporting businesses around the world - she shares her journey and experiences.
Don’t miss out on this insightful chat.
- Host: Tiffany Tan, external reporting and assurance lead, CPA Australia
- Guest: Natcha Lertanuntrakul, auditor at William Buck, a firm of accountants and advisors in Australia and New Zealand
For more information, you can find qualified auditors and the auditor registration at CPA Australia’s website.
The INTHEBLACK website also features a number of insightful articles, including how auditors manage competing deadlines and auditing as a career aspiration.
You can also listen to an earlier With Interest episode on auditors from 2023, which focuses on the changing expectations of the profession.
For more career information on auditing and other professions, check out CPA Australia’s website.
And you can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Ever wondered who advises the Australian government on tax policy from a business and tax community perspective?
If so, you’re in the right place: this episode delves into the role Australia’s Board of Taxation plays.
We’re joined by the board’s Secretary and Tax Counsel, who explains how this important non-statutory advisory body helps improve the design and operation of tax policy.
Discover the board’s origins, its charter, members, key focus areas, notable recommendations, current projects and more.
Tune in now for a comprehensive overview.
- Host: Jenny Wong, Tax Lead, CPA Australia
- Guest: Paul Korganow, Secretary and Tax Counsel, Board of Taxation
For more information, head to the board’s website.
And you can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
The world of financial reporting, auditing, assurance and tax advice seems far away from a subject like climate change. But the challenge of sustainability reporting, and the requirements that will fall on the accounting profession, are getting closer and closer.
This podcast will deliver insights on the changes set to happen in sustainability reporting obligations. Delve into the expert analysis on how these measures could impact accountants, finance professionals and businesses alike.
Don’t miss out - tune in to stay ahead of the climate reporting curve.
Host: Simon Downes, External Affairs Lead, CPA Australia
Guest: Patrick Viljoen, ESG Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia
For further information, head online to read CPA Australia’s ESG policy submissions.
Other podcasts on corporate disclosure and ISSB’s new reporting standards are also available on the CPA Australia platform.
Additionally, you can find industry feedback on Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards – Disclosure of Climate-Related Financial Information.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
CPA Australia is helping to ease the excessive red tape burden on business by successfully advocating for more streamlined processes.
In this podcast you’ll learn how we’re facilitating a better navigation of regulatory requirements, especially in financial reporting.
Listen now to find out more.
Host: Simon Downes, External Affairs Lead, CPA Australia
Guest: Ram Subramanian, Interim Head of Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia
For more insights, read how CPA Australia saved the Queensland construction industry unnecessary red tape.
Additionally, there is information on nationally consistent fundraising principles for the charity sector which frees up debilitating red tape. CPA Australia was one of the peak bodies that supported this campaign.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
CPA Australia's 15th annual Asia-Pacific Small Business Survey reveals extensive data on small business challenges across the region.
This episode dissects the survey’s findings and delves into the issues faced by businesses in 11 diverse markets, including India, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Mainland China and Hong Kong.
With input from more than 4,200 business owners and senior managers from companies with less than 20 employees, the survey offers invaluable information for you and your organisation.
Tune in now to gain essential insights for your small business.
Host: Simon Downes, External Affairs Lead, CPA Australia
Guest: Gavan Ord, Senior Manager Business and Investment Policy, CPA Australia
Download CPA Australia's 15th annual Asia-Pacific Small Business Survey and discover valuable insights.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Keeping pace with industrial regulations is crucial for Australian businesses - and we’ve seen a raft of law changes in recent times.
This episode looks at the latest developments in Australian Industrial Relations (IR) law and their potential impact on employers and employees.
Deep dive into the practical implications for employers and employees of fixed-term contracts, the right to disconnect, the revised definitions of employee, employer and casual work and more.
Stay on top of the latest IR law developments by listening today.
- Host: Gavan Ord, Business Investment Policy Manager, CPA Australia
- Guest: Ruth Hart, Special Counsel, Coors, Westgarth Chambers
Learn more about today’s topic at the Fair Work Commission website, which has guidance on changes to the Secure Jobs Better Pay Act and the Closing Loopholes Act.
Additional relevant information is available at the Safe Work Australia website.
You can also listen to other With Interest episodes on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
As technology and artificial intelligence grow in sophistication, dynamic pricing is increasingly being considered as part of a pricing strategy. What are the benefits and potential pitfalls that businesses should be aware of?
In this episode, you’ll learn how dynamic pricing has evolved into sophisticated real-time pricing powered by algorithms and data analytics.
Discover the critical balance between profitability and maintaining customer trust, with insights on avoiding common pitfalls like unfair surprise pricing and discriminatory practices.
Explore the importance of transparency in pricing strategies and understand why businesses need strong governance mechanisms when implementing AI-driven pricing systems.
Find out how companies can effectively implement dynamic pricing while staying within ethical boundaries and why human oversight is crucial.
- Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
- Guest: Jeannie Marie Paterson, Professor of Law and Director of the Centre for AI and Digital Ethics at the University of Melbourne
You can learn more about Jeannie's work at the University of Melbourne.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
And you can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Are long hours and high-stress workloads wearing you down as an accountant or business professional? You're not alone.
In this episode, we’ll delve into the pressing issue of burnout and stress in the finance sector, exploring practical strategies to enhance your wellbeing.
Join us as a workplace wellbeing expert shares actionable self-care techniques tailored for busy finance professionals.
Discover how to recognise the signs of burnout, understand the effects of stress on your mental and physical health and learn where to find support.
You’ll also learn effective ways to prioritise self-care amidst your hectic schedule and the tools that are available to you.
Tune in now for invaluable insights and expert advice that can help you reclaim your balance and help you thrive in your accounting and finance career.
- Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
- Guest: Thea O’Connor, an organisational coach and workplace wellbeing expert who has been helping people cultivate health and reduce stress for over 20 years.
You can find a confidential support helpline or hotline near you at find a helpline.
You can learn more about Thea at her website.
The INTHEBLACK website has insights on this episode’s topic, including the issue of overwork in accounting and finance.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
And you can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Explore the Hays 2024-25 salary guide, celebrating 45 years of insightful reporting on the Australian and New Zealand job market.
Learn key trends and salary ranges essential for accounting, finance and business professionals in today’s job market.
With input from over 15,000 respondents across 26 industries, a key finding reveals that 77% of employees are considering new job opportunities, primarily due to the rising cost of living.
Discover further insights on skills shortages and the permanence of hybrid work arrangements and gain actionable strategies to navigate the current job market and address talent shortages - whether you’re an employee seeking new opportunities or an employer looking to attract the right talent.
Tune in for views and data that could shape your career or hiring strategy.
Host: Christine Gounder, digital content leader, CPA Australia
Guest: Caroline Edwards, NSW Director, Accountancy and Finance at Hays
You can read the Hays Salary Guide 2024 for more insights on the Australian and New Zealand job market and recruitment trends.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
And you can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Social media is here to stay, especially for leaders in today’s digital world. But many still feel anxious about how to navigate it.
In this episode, we’ll explore the significance of personal branding and address some common concerns leaders have about social media.
Our expert guest shares valuable insights on the relationship between personal and business social media, the evolving importance of social media guidelines in organisations and how enterprise social networks can enhance productivity and connection in a hybrid work environment.
Join us to discover how you can confidently embrace social media, banish fears and elevate your leadership today.
- Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
- Guest: Rita Zonius, a strategic communication management professional (SCMP). She is a career communicator and digital workplace expert who specialises in helping people overcome their fear of social media.
You can learn more about Rita on LinkedIn.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
And you can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Measuring the ‘S’ in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is becoming more of a priority when it comes to company reporting.
In this episode, learn more about the methodology, benefits and challenges involved in social impact reporting, and what you need to know.
Tune in to elevate your understanding with a leader in the field.
- Host: Aidan Ormond, digital content editor, CPA Australia
- Guest: Adam Vise, Group Treasurer, Strategy and Social Value at Australian Unity, and Chair of Birchal Equity, a crowdfunding platform for entrepreneurs
You can learn more about Australian Unity’s Impact 2024 and the organisation’s community and social value (CSV) framework at their website.
Further information on social impact reporting is available on the INTHEBLACK website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
And you can find a CPA at our custom portal on the CPA Australia website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Stanford University’s Erik Brynjolfsson joins us to share insights on how business can leverage AI to boost productivity, innovation and growth.
In this episode, Erik explores the key role of a CFO in the AI era, strategies for staying competitive in today’s digital world, and the AI skills professionals need to stay ahead.
He also dives into the future of work, the growing importance of intangible assets, and the ethical implications of AI development.
Join us to gain valuable insights from a leading AI thought leader and academic.
- Host: Aidan Ormond, digital content editor, CPA Australia
- Guest: Erik Brynjolfsson, Senior Fellow at Stanford's Institute for Human-Centered AI and Director of the Stanford Digital Economy Lab.
He is also the Ralph Landau Senior Fellow at Stanford's Economic Policy Research Institute, a Professor by Courtesy at the Graduate School of Business and Department of Economics, and a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Known for his groundbreaking research on the economics of information, Erik has written bestsellers and holds a PhD from MIT and degrees from Harvard.
For more information on Erik’s research work at Stanford University, head to the Stanford Graduate School of Business faculty research page.
Erik is also appearing at CPA Australia’s Congress 24 in Canberra this October.
It’s an in-person and virtual event, featuring insightful and inspiring thought leaders who’ll share their ideas on a variety of topics to help level up your professional knowledge.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes?
Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Ethics are a cornerstone of the accounting profession.
In this episode, an ethical intelligence specialist explores the challenges accountants and finance professionals face in relation to ethics.
Gain practical advice on how you can avoid common ethics pitfalls and how to develop and apply ethical intelligence to ensure compliance with the APES 110 code.
Dive into real-world examples of how accountants have violated key principles – integrity, objectivity, competence, confidentiality and professional behaviour – and learn how to avoid these scenarios.
Listen now for an expert ethics guide.
- Host: Belinda Zohrab-McConnell, regulations and standards lead, CPA Australia
- Guest: Brendan O’Connell FCPA, an expert in corporate governance, ethics, and accounting with experience in academia and industry. He is a member of the Ethics and Governance Centre of Excellence at CPA Australia and has conducted extensive research and provided consulting services to both government agencies and corporations.
For more guidance on APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including Independence Standards) head to the APESB website.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Curious about the latest mergers and acquisitions trends in Australia?
Dive into why dealmakers are feeling confident despite a slowdown in overall activity for 2023. Unpack the reasons behind this cautious optimism and explore what's driving M&A trends across different deal sizes – small cap, mid-market and large cap.
You’ll also discover how the Australian M&A market stacks up against the rest of the world, learn the industries for consolidation and the opportunities in the world of M&A for the 2024-25 financial year.
Listen to this insightful episode and stay informed on prevailing market sentiment in M&A.
- Host: Gavan Ord, Business Investment Policy Manager, CPA Australia
- Guest: Stephen Craig CPA, a Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) expert and partner at Pitcher Partners Melbourne, where he helps private business owners, private equity and multinational corporations negotiate as well as supporting them through deals.
The Pitcher Partners mid-year 2024 dealmakers report is available to read online.
Would you like to listen to more INTHEBLACK episodes? Head to CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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The cost-of-living crisis is hitting employees hard.
Pay rises, tax relief and bonuses can only do so much. But what if there was a way to support your staff and boost your business without harming the bottom line?
In this episode, we dive deep into how reimagining company rewards programs can tackle the cost-of-living squeeze.
By shifting the focus to practical, everyday benefits, you can attract top talent, boost employee satisfaction and at the same time strengthen your company culture.
Join us as we chat with a leading expert in the field, who shares her views and actionable strategies for transforming your rewards program into a powerful tool for employee cost-of-living relief.
Listen now.
- Host: Aidan Ormond, Digital Content Editor, CPA Australia
- Guest: Kylie Green, managing director of Reward Gateway APAC. For over 20 years, Green has worked with leading companies to help them use technology to take their employee engagement strategy to the next level.
For more information on today’s topic, Reward Gateway has produced a detailed e-book in PDF format called 15 benefits to truly make a difference.
Additionally, Reward Gateway has produced a workplace engagement index as well as a cost of living resource hub with reports, ebooks and webinar links.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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Did you know that only about 20% of jobs are actually advertised? It's true.
The majority hide from view in what’s known as the ‘hidden’ job market.
But how does this market operate, and more importantly, how can you tap into it to elevate your career in accounting and finance?
Tune in now to discover the secrets to landing that dream job you didn’t even know was out there.
We’ve got the inside word from an executive search and recruitment specialist who’s mastered the art of uncovering these elusive opportunities.
- Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
- Guest: Richard Triggs is a best-selling author, podcast host and founder and CEO at executive search specialists Arete Executive.
For more, Richard’s book is available on Amazon and from Arete Executive’s website.
And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss more episodes in this Career Hacks series.
You can also listen to this series and other CPA Australia podcast episodes on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
The accounting and finance landscape is evolving rapidly. This episode of Career Hacks will equip you with the tools to thrive in the age of AI and automation.
Join us as we explore actionable strategies to:
- Enhance your marketability through AI and digital skill development
- Unlock new levels of productivity by leveraging automation tools
- Gain valuable insights specifically tailored for CFOs navigating the tech revolution.
This episode provides tips and practical advice to help you confidently embrace the future and advance your career in accounting and finance.
Tune in today.
- Host: Garreth Hanley, Podcast Producer, CPA Australia
- Guest: Stephannie Jonovska FCPA. She is head of finance, operations and transformation at Blue Scope Steel, and the chair of CPA Australia's Digital Transformation Centre of Excellence. Stephannie has lived experience in making digital finance real, applying robotic process automation (RPA), AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics to not only create capacity, but enhance human ability.
There is guidance on CPA Australia’s website for career development resources as well as a career navigator to support your work journey.
Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss more episodes in the Career Hacks series.
You can also listen to this series on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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Meaningful work influences job contentment and career progression. It can reduce stress and enhance overall health and wellness. Engaging in meaningful work also brings a sense of fulfillment.
Not surprisingly, employers also benefit when employees are engaged and fulfilled.
In this episode of Career Hacks, learn strategies to ensure your work is meaningful throughout your career.
Tune in today.
- Host: Garreth Hanley, Podcast Producer, CPA Australia
- Guest: Nina Mapson Bone, a people strategist and author with a 30-year career in recruitment and people consultancy. She has undertaken extensive research into how people find meaning at work and the benefits to employees and employers. In 2023, she published Meaningful Work: Unlock Your Unique Path to Career Fulfilment.
You can try Nina’s meaningful work tool and visit her website for more information.
For further insights, you can read this story on key insights into what Australian workers value.
There is guidance on CPA Australia’s website for career development resources as well as a career navigator to support your work journey.
Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss more episodes in the Career Hacks series.
You can also listen to this series on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
The world of work is constantly changing. Today, the need for new tech skills and an understanding of AI and automation are critical for accountants.
In this Career Hacks episode, you’ll learn how accountants can adapt to and even embrace this digital evolution and, in doing so, unlock ways to reshape the profession for a new age.
With specialist insights from an FCPA, you’ll gain valuable information on how accountants can build future-ready technology skills and thrive in the digital era.
Listen now.
Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
Guest: Guy Ioppolo FCPA. He is a member of CPA Australia's Digital Transformation Centre of Excellence and a managing partner at business software consultancy group, Ioppolo & Associates
And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss more episodes in the Career Hacks series.
You can also listen to this series and other CPA Australia podcast episodes on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Elevate your career in accounting and finance with expert advice on how to stand out in the job market.
In this episode you’ll learn how to unleash your full potential by adopting the mindset of a recruiter.
Join us to gain insights from a careers and job interview expert to help find your career sweet spot.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Leah Lambart, a career and interview coach who began as a tax consultant with KPMG. After stints as a recruiter and HR consultant and running her own coaching business, she now shares her insights with clients and coaches them to think like a recruiter.
Lambart runs a career, interview and job searching coaching business called Relaunch Me.
And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss more episodes in the Career Hacks series.
You can also listen to this series and other CPA Australia podcast episodes on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
What is meaningful work? And can you find it in your working life?
In this insightful career hacks episode, you’ll discover how to find work that gives you purpose and provides joy.
Learn if meaningful work is just a myth and how you could transition to a new, more joyful type of work.
Uncover what it could mean for you with expert insights from a top career coach.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Brian Klindworth, an expert career coach who helps clients find meaning in their work
Connect online with Brian Klindworth to learn more about his ideas for living and transitioning with purpose and joy.
And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss more episodes in the Career Hacks series.
You can also listen to this series and other CPA Australia podcast episodes on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
The world of work is no longer what it used to be; gone are the days of having the security of a single job for life.
In a more uncertain world, with ever-evolving job markets and the need for new skills, it’s now even more important to approach your career in a strategic and sustainable manner.
That starts with effective career planning. In this episode, you’ll meet a top career coach who shares valuable insights that will help you plan, manage and refocus your career to help build your future success.
Tune in now for expert insights. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss more episodes in the Career Hacks series.
You can also listen to this series on CPA Australia’s YouTube channel.
Host: Jackie Blondell, CPA Australia
Guest: Zoe Badalassi, a respected career coach and consultant who empowers individuals and organisations to build sustainable careers
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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Meet the accountant-turned-comedian who’s using humour to improve workplace communication for business and finance professionals.
With his unique blend of experience as a stand-up and keynote speaker, Alan Cameron-Sweeney is the go-to guy for accountants looking to enhance their soft skills and gain an edge in business.
His unique skills can empower fellow accountants with the necessary tools to help drive their careers forward.
No joke: this is an episode worth tuning in to!
Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
Guest: Alan Cameron-Sweeney, an accountant who helps finance professionals develop their communication skills so they can have greater influence in their organisations. He's also a stand-up comedian and a keynote speaker.
For more information mentioned in this episode, head online to toastmasters, and for the book Finding your comic genius: an in-depth guide to the art of stand-up comedy.
You can also find great content on INTHEBLACK related to mastering public speaking and humour in the workplace.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
There are many advantages to having a neurodivergent workplace.
This Neurodiversity Celebration Week special episode focusses on Andrew Eddy FCPA, who is making a real impact by connecting neurodiverse workforce talent with workplaces.
Tune in now for insights on how this untapped talent base could boost your company’s approach to hiring.
Host: Jen Ng, Digital Content Specialist, CPA Australia
Guest: Andrew Eddy FCPA, co-founder of Untapped Talent, a social enterprise that helps businesses welcome more autistic staff and create environments where they can thrive
For more information, head online to Untapped Talent and the Neurodiversity Hub.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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Do you want to land that dream job in business, accounting and finance?
Learn how to master the secrets of networking and unlock how to land your dream job with insights from career experts.
Tune in to this Career Hacks episode to learn more. Subscribe so you don’t miss any subsequent episodes in this series.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Aditya Goel CPA, a business service accountant with Bluebird Accounting in Melbourne
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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What does workplace trust mean to you? Thought leader, renowned author and TED talk presenter Rachel Botsman is a trust expert, and she draws on her extensive expertise to explain the significance of trust in business.
She unpacks what trust in the digital era means, how it relates to ethical leadership and what trust looks like in an organisational culture.
Tune in now.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia. Guest: Rachel Botsman teaches people and organisations how to rethink their relationship with trust. She is a thought leader on the topic and has given three celebrated TED talks, written two critically acclaimed books and created Oxford University’s first course on trust in the digital world at the Saïd Business School.
You can learn more from Rachel Botsman at CPA Congress, where she is one of a number of highly anticipated speakers.
CPA Congress is an annual event that brings the business community together to accelerate progress. This year’s “Flex Forward” theme focuses on three key concepts – simplicity, versatility and trust – that will help you adapt your mindset to navigate complexity and create opportunity.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
INTHEBLACK presents an episode from CPA Australia's With Interest podcast. Financial performance isn’t the only corporate benchmark these days. Investor and public information needs are evolving towards a broader set of performance measures, such as climate change, modern slavery and human rights.
Tune in now to learn more.
Host: Ram Subramanian, Senior Manager Reporting and Audit Policy, CPA Australia Guest: Dr Andreas Barckow, Chair of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).
For more information, the International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation (IFSB) website has an article that explains the benefits of connectivity in reports.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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INTHEBLACK presents an episode from CPA Australia's INTHEBLACK Out Loud podcast.
A vision-impaired person stands on the kerb with their guide dog, waiting to safely cross the road. They give the dog a command to cross, unaware that a near-silent electric car is quickly approaching the crossing.
In this instance, a dog that obeys every command exposes itself and its human companion to the risk of injury or death.
However, a dog that ignores its master in favour of a different course of action delivers a safer outcome.
Listen to the full episode.
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INTHEBLACK Out Loud is presented by CPA Australia.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
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INTHEBLACK presents an episode from CPA Australia's INTHEBLACK Out Loud podcast.
While the wholesale shift to hybrid work has had many benefits, it has also reduced everyday social interactions between colleagues.
There are fewer opportunities for casual corridor chats, grabbing a coffee or a bite to eat, or attending after-work events.
However, it is these small social acts, on top of career performance, that can be essential to career progress, says workplace psychologist Dr Amanda Gordon.
Listen to the full episode.
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INTHEBLACK Out Loud is presented by CPA Australia.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
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INTHEBLACK presents an episode from CPA Australia's With Interest podcast.
Do businesses using AI outperform those that don’t? What AI tools are accountants using?
Our subject matter experts answer these questions and more as they break down CPA Australia’s third annual Business Technology Report, a survey of technology used by businesses in the Asia-Pacific.
Host: Simon Downes, External Affairs Lead, CPA Australia
Guest: Gavan Ord, Business Investment Policy Manager, CPA Australia
Read CPA Australia Business Technology Report 2023 for the full findings of our survey.
The Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has detailed information about the Essential Eight cybersecurity risk mitigation strategies.
CPA Australia member benefits, tools, guides and links for technology and cybersecurity are available on our website.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Are you stressed at work? If so, you’re not alone.
Gallup Australia recently delivered its 2023 State of the Australian and New Zealand Workplace report. The findings in this report identified some worrying stats.
These include five out of 10 Australians are experiencing “a lot of stress” at work, while 67 per cent are “quiet quitting” and only 20 per cent are thriving.
This podcast takes a deep dive into the report’s discoveries to help you understand what managers and businesses can do to reduce workplace stress levels and improve employee engagement.
Tune in now.
Host: Garreth Hanley, CPA Australia
Guest: Allan Watkinson, a principal at Gallup Australia and an expert in organisational development, talent management and leadership
For more on today’s topic, you can download the Gallup Australia 2023 State of the Australian and New Zealand Workplace report.
Additionally, Gallup has produced a State of the Global Workplace Report.
You may also like to read:
- The INTHEBLACK article on seeking honest feedback from your employees.
- The article on The Conversation about workplace stress levels.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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Did you know that in Australia alone 312kg of food per person, per year is thrown away? In fact, food waste costs the Australian economy around $36.6 billion each year.
Australian households spend around $2500 every year on food that’s wasted. And most of that ends up in landfills.
This episode explores the underlying causes that contribute to such shocking food waste and looks at some effective solutions that can be implemented to address the problem.
Tune in now.
Host: Garreth Hanley, CPA Australia
Guest: Terence Jeyaretnam, an environmental engineer and Partner at EY in the Climate Change and Sustainability practice, based in Melbourne
For more on today’s topic, head to the National Food Waste Strategy, which aims to halve Australia’s food waste by 2030.
Further guidance is available on the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water site.
Additional information:
- Reducing Australia's Food Waste by half by 2030
- Food waste costs Australian households up to $3,000 a year
- Coles promised to feed Australian families for $10 in 2017. Can it still be done in 2023?
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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It's been six years since the #MeToo movement rattled the world and brought gender equity to the forefront of workplace discussions.
In this INTHEBLACK episode we discuss the progress made and the changes we still need to make. Join us as we delve into the topic of workplace gender equity in Australia and explore how we can continue to make strides towards a more inclusive and equitable future.
Tune in now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, CPA Australia
Guest: Genevieve Collins is a Chief Executive Partner at Australian law firm Lander & Rogers and a member of Chief Executive Women
Guidance on preventing workplace sexual harassment is available at respectatwork.gov.au and for pay gap reporting in Australia, the pay analytics site has further information.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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Carbon accounting is an exciting new accountancy area in which accountants can play a vital role.
Why? Because, as businesses become more conscious of their carbon footprint, they are turning to experts with skills and knowledge to help them navigate their way through.
This episode will help you stay ahead of the carbon accounting curve as we explore what businesses, accountants, and finance professionals need to know.
Tune in now for expert insights.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, CPA Australia
Guest: Ashley Bleeker, Director at Element Advisory and Environmental Lead at Australian Unity.
More information on today’s topic is available online at CPA Australia’s ESG resources, tools and training page.
Further insights can be found on INTHEBLACK which has articles on net zero, including managing the net zero transition and Australia’s drastic challenge to reach net zero by 2050.
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
What does workplace trust mean to you? Thought leader, renowned author and TED talk presenter Rachel Botsman is a trust expert, and she draws on her extensive expertise to explain the significance of trust in business.
Rachel unpacks what trust in the digital era means, how it relates to ethical leadership and what trust looks like in an organisational culture.
Tune in now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, CPA Australia
Guest: Rachel Botsman teaches people and organisations how to rethink their relationship with trust. She is a thought leader on the topic and has given three celebrated TED talks, written two critically acclaimed books and created Oxford University’s first course on trust in the digital world at the Saïd Business School.
You can learn more from Rachel Botsman at CPA Congress, where she is one of a number of highly anticipated speakers.
CPA Congress is an annual event that brings the business community together to accelerate progress. This year’s “Flex Forward” theme focuses on three key concepts – simplicity, versatility and trust – that will help you adapt your mindset to navigate complexity and create opportunity.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
True crime fans: no agony aunt can help with romance scams, but accountants can.
Romance scams are frauds that not only break hearts, they destroy bank accounts. In this podcast, our experts use real-life case studies to reveal the heartless tactics deployed and show you how to unveil a fake relationship.
Tune in now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guests: Former deputy chair at the ACCC, Delia Rickard spent a decade fighting scammers. She currently sits on the board of the Australian Financial Complaints Authority.
Dr Cassandra Cross is an associate professor in the School of Justice at Queensland University of Technology. She has been researching fraud victimisation for more than a decade.
Alastair MacGibbon is chief strategy officer at CyberCX. He’s has spent 20 years in the cyber security space, including as a former special advisor to the Australian Prime Minister on cyber security.
Additional research and interviewing: Susan Muldowney
If you want to know more about romance frauds, including those discussed in this episode, check out these news articles:
- Romance fraud losses Scams robbed Australians of more than $2 billion last year | Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (accc.gov.au)
- Dating app responses Tinder, Match Group rolls out campaign to stop romance scams | Mashable
- Simon Leviev 'The Tinder Swindler' True Story: Where Is Simon Leviev Now? (esquire.com)
- Thai case Thailand's biggest romance scam snagged a chief financial officer and convinced her to steal millions - ABC News
- Florida case Florida woman accused of scamming Holocaust survivor out of $2.8m in dating site fraud | The Independent
- Reverse image https://www.labnol.org/reverse/
- The West Australian https://thewest.com.au/news/wa/wa-farmer-loses-life-savings-to-catfish-scam-ng-b881800123z
- The Tinder Swindler https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/who-is-tinder-swindler-real-shimon-hayut
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
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Governments, businesses large and small, and individuals – no one is safe from man in the middle attacks. Just ask Google, Facebook or Puerto Rico.
Also known as payment redirection or invoice fraud, these schemes are devasting, highly profitable, growing and evolving.
Join our cyber and consumer experts to find out what it takes to defeat these money mules.
Tune in now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guests: Alastair MacGibbon is Chief Strategy Officer at CyberCX. He’s has spent 20 years in the cyber security space, including as a former special advisor to the Australian Prime Minister on cyber security.
Former Deputy Chair at the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), Delia Rickard spent a decade fighting scammers.
Show notes
The ACCC’s Scamwatch website includes fraud prevention advice, case studies and up-to-date data on what different types of frauds are costing the Australian people.
If you’d like to read more about invoice fraud, including the schemes discussed in this episode, these links have information through press releases, documents and news articles.
- Puerto Rican fraud https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/13/us/puerto-rico-phishing.html
- https://www.trendmicro.com/vinfo/hk-en/security/news/cybercrime-and-digital-threats/puerto-rico-loses-millions-in-email-scam
- https://www.nbcnews.com/news/latino/puerto-rico-says-it-was-scammed-out-2-6-million-n1136191
- Toyota fraud Toyota Parts Supplier Hit By $37 Million Email Scam (forbes.com)
- https://www.cpomagazine.com/cyber-security/toyota-subsidiary-loses-37-million-due-to-bec-scam/
- Facebook, Google fraud Lithuanian pleads guilty in U.S. to massive fraud against Google, Facebook | Reuters
- Barbara Corcoran fraud How Barbara Corcoran almost lost $400,000 to an email scam (cnbc.com)
- Phishing in Australia Phishing - scam emails | Cyber.gov.au
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
True crime fans,
Here is a fun fact for your next trivia night: Ponzi schemes date back to 1879, when the eponymous Charles Ponzi was still a toddler.
In this episode, top accounting experts take us behind the scenes of some of the most notorious Ponzi schemes, from Bernie Madoff to Melissa Caddick.
Do you know how to spot a Ponzi scheme and protect yourself and your clients?
Tune in now to find out.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, CPA Australia
Guests:
Bruce Gleeson FCPA is a registered liquidator and bankruptcy trustee. He has more than 20 years of corporate insolvency, re-organisation and bankruptcy experience. He has also worked for several ASX 100 companies.
Alex Bell is a partner and national head of forensic accounting at Grant Thornton. He has gained extensive experience across many high profile and complex litigations and investigations. He has also given expert evidence in the Federal Court of Australia, Supreme Court of New South Wales and District Court of New South Wales, and prepared an expert report for the Supreme Court of Western Australia.
Kathy Bazoian Phelps is a lawyer at Raines Feldman LLP. She frequently represents operating and liquidating trustees in cases pending in the United States Bankruptcy Court as well as receivers in the United States District Court and the Superior Court of the State of California. She has also served as lead counsel in large-scale litigation involving recovery of assets in Ponzi scheme cases.
The Australian Government’s Money Smart website has useful information for those seeking advice on how to protect themselves from fraud.
If you’d like to read more about the Ponzi schemes, including those discussed in this episode, these links have information to press releases, documents and news articles.
· SEC Enforcement Actions Against Ponzi Schemes
· SEC Obtains Emergency Asset Freeze in Diamond-Themed Ponzi Scheme (Press Release No. 2010-231; November 23, 2010
· Manager of Bogus Foreign Currency Exchange Ponzi Scheme Pleads Guilty to Obstruction of Justice | OPA | Department of Justice
· USDOJ: US Attorney's Office - District of Minnesota (justice.gov)
· Sebi clamps down goat-rearing ponzi scheme (business-standard.com)
· The No. 1 Ladies' Defrauding Agency - Longreads
· ASIC lead investigator tells Melissa Caddick inquest she was not responsible for alleged fraudster's death - ABC News
· 21-312MR Melissa Caddick and Maliver found to have engaged in unlicensed conduct | ASIC
· ASIC v Caddick - Online file (fedcourt.gov.au)
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
True crime fans, this episode is for you.
Go behind the scenes of Germany’s Wirecard scandal and hear from the Financial Times investigative reporter at the heart of the story.
We also speak to forensic accountants who investigated cases of financial statement fraud, including HIH and Big Un.
Do you know the three elements of the fraud triangle? Tune in now and find out.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guests:
Dan McCrum is an investigative reporter for The Financial Times. His acclaimed book ‘Money Men: a hot startup, a billion-dollar fraud, a fight for the truth’ was made into the Netflix feature documentary ‘Skandal! Bringing down Wirecard’. Dan has won more than a dozen prizes for his reporting, including Journalist of the Year at the 2020 British Journalism Awards.
Glen Unicomb CPA is a Managing Director in the Forensic and Litigation Consulting segment of FTI Consulting. He is a forensic accountant with more than 35 years of regulatory experience in senior executive roles at Australia’s corporate regulator (ASIC) and specialist forensic advisory firms.
Jeffrey Luckins FCPA is Director Audit and Assurance at William Buck. He is experienced in the preparation of external financial reports and auditing of listed Australian and multinational public companies, large private corporations and groups, NFPs, professional trust accounts, incorporated associations and the preparation of Investigating Accountant’s Reports for the issue of prospectus and ASX listings.
Additional research and interviewing: Susan Muldowney
CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across [IF1] business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
- INTHEBLACK Out Loud
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
If you’re an accountant wanting to understand the risks and benefits of AI tools, this episode will help you.
AI tools can improve processes and increase efficiency. But what are the risks? Can these AI tools be trusted with sensitive business and client data?
Tune in now for expert insights.
Host: Garreth Hanley, Podcast Producer, CPA Australia
Guest: Matt Dunn, Head of Automation, The Missing Link
For more insights on today’s topic, INTHEBLACK has several useful articles.
These include a review of six generative AI content tools as well as expert tips for using ChatGPT in Microsoft Excel.
Additionally, there is a look at AI-generated video-making tools for business. And for public practitioners, CPA Australia’s public practice resource has an article on the use of ChatGPT in an accounting practice.
For more information, you can read the report mentioned in this episode on Generative AI contributing $5 billion to Australia’s manufacturing sector by 2030.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Unlock long-term career success by honing your communications skills.
In this episode you’ll discover why these abilities are crucial and how you can elevate your soft skills to give your accounting and finance career a lift.
Tune in now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Content Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Professor Nick McGuigan FCPA and academic at Monash Business School. He also teaches finance and accounting leaders about the value of communication and its growing role for the profession.
INTHEBLACK has insights on today’s topic, including how to communicate complex financial information.
For more thought leadership, Nick McGuigan co-wrote a paper on the subject of art, technology and accounting.
He has also written a paper on the development of integrative thinking and has been part of a mycelium and accounting project, which was subsequently reported on.
Additionally, there are examples of the way accounting is communicated at organisations such as TJ Accounting Consultants and Fox and Hare Financial Advice.
For added background, head to the creative accounting research project at Coventry University and the Accountability Institute.
You can also watch the Dating an Accountant project and read about how you measure love.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Do you need guidance on making high-level decisions? If so, this episode is for you.
Introducing The Decision Doctor®, who’s here to share expert insights on how to improve your decision-making processes.
Tune in now to learn the secrets to career and corporate decision-making success.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Content Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Constance Dierickz, The Decision Doctor®. Dierickz is an internationally recognised expert in high-stakes decision making. She has consulted to boards and senior executives in Fortune 20 companies, private equity funds and large not-for-profits. Her latest book is Meta Leadership, How to See What Others Don't and Make Great Decisions.
For more insights on this episode’s topic, best-selling author Daniel Pink spoke with INTHEBLACK about evidence-based decisions.
INTHEBLACK has in-depth articles on decision-making to improve your work performance and behavioural insights.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Will you get a pay rise this year? The answer could be in the Hays Salary Guide 2023/24.
Discover essential job trends and salary insights as we delve into this survey with our expert guest.
Tune in now.
Host: Jacqueline Blondell, Editorial Content Lead, CPA Australia
Guest: David Cawley, Senior Director, Hays, a global recruitment agency and employment consultancy
The latest Hays annual salary guide has a wealth of salary, jobs and skills data and insights.
For more insights, INTHEBLACK regularly posts stories on this topic, such as the pay secrecy amendment, internal recruitment tips and the future of work.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Take a journey through the evolution of Excel. Discover how it transformed from its early Apple Mac days into today’s cutting-edge cloud version.
Tune in now.
Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
Guest: Neale Blackwood CPA, who has more than 20 years of experience as a Microsoft Excel educator. He is the author of more than 200 INTHEBLACK articles as well as a book, Advanced Excel Reporting for Management Accountants.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast app.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Discover the new signals and cues of digital body language in the hybrid work age, with expert insights from a globally respected collaboration expert.
Tune in now.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Content Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Erica Dhawan, a 21st century collaboration expert. As a research fellow at Harvard, then MIT, she has taught leadership and collaboration and has addressed global leaders at the World Economic Forum. She is the author of the bestselling book Getting Big Things Done followed by a second book, Digital Body Language. Dhawan was a guest speaker at CPA Congress in 2021.
Erica’s website has more information on her books.
Additionally, if you would like to attend, CPA Australia conferences and events information page is updated regularly.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Did you know the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) was last reviewed in 1981?
That was the Campbell inquiry reporting to the then Fraser Government. Much has changed since then.
Little wonder there’s great interest in the current independent review of the RBA, which was handed down to the Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers in April.
It was triggered by the reporting of senior Sydney Morning Herald and The Age correspondent Shane Wright.
He joins Jennifer Duke, CPA Australia’s Walkley Award-winning former economics correspondent for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age to discuss the potential impact of this review.
In particularly, the origins of the RBA and the broader implications for the Central Bank of the review’s recommendations.
“The reserve bank has this fantastic graph,” Wright says in this episode, “showing its forecast for wages growth from about 2012 marked against reality. And never the twain shall meet.
“This is the Mary Celeste of forecasting.”
Listen now.
Host: Jennifer Duke, External Affairs Lead at CPA Australia
Guest: Shane Wright, Senior Economics correspondent with the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age
You can read Shane’s reporting on the origins of the Reserve Bank and the case for a review. As well as his reporting on the review’s findings.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
If you’re a local brick-and-mortar business, tune in today. These expert local SEO tips are easy to implement, and they will help improve your online visibility and business growth.
Listen here.
Host: Aidan Ormond, Digital Content Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Darren Shaw, founder of Whitespark, a Canadian-based local search marketing company that builds local SEO tools and provides local search marketing services.
For more information, Whitespark has a breakdown of the 2023 Local Search Rankings Factors Report which will help guide your local SEO strategy.
Additionally, you can subscribe to Darren’s YouTube channel which has regular local SEO insights.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast app.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
PwC Australia estimates that the livelihoods of about 300,000 Australians could be affected by changes in the energy sector. These changes are a result of governments and businesses working towards a zero-carbon future.
It’s a delicate balancing act between carbon-intensive industries, the communities that surround them and the huge structural changes that Australia will need to make in the future.
Is a just transition to a zero-carbon future even possible?
Listen now.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Editor, CPA Australia
Guest: Patrick Viljoen, Senior Manager of Environmental, Social and Governance Policy, CPA Australia
The Australian Government’s Powering Australia page has more on this topic.
You can also learn more on the Zollverein coal mine project and Germany’s transition from coal to renewables.
To learn more, read or listen to Australia’s drastic challenge to reach net zero by 2050.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Penetration testers hack into your company servers. Don’t worry – these are friends who can help your company stay safe from the dark web’s cyberthreats.
“Pen testers” do it to protect you from the real hackers out there trying to steal your data.
In this episode we meet a lead penetration tester. Learn what he does, how he does it and how you can improve your own organisation’s cyber security.
Don’t miss this episode if data security is a priority in your company.
Host: Garreth Hanley, podcast producer, CPA Australia
Guest: Dan Weis, Practice Lead - Penetration Testing, Nexon Asia Pacific
For more CPA Australia has its own cyber security resources and support.
You can also check out the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) which has useful information for small and medium businesses.
If you have been hacked there is online support and you can phone 1300CYBER1
For global news and security events
- Linkedin.com
- scamwatch.gov.au
- AusCERT
- The Hacker News
- Discord channels and Twitter
For vendor security notification feeds
- SANS @RISK
- Microsoft Security Blog
- Microsoft security intelligence
- Google Online Security Blog (googleblog.com)
- Safety & Security | Google Blog
- Cybersecurity Alerts & Advisories | CISA
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Is the idea of “work” imagined by 60s futuristic animated show The Jetsons becoming a reality?
Did you know that the show’s main character, George Jetson, a “digital index operator” who zipped around in a flying car, was estimated to be born in 2022?
With this in mind, we examine the broader idea of work, a working week and the workplace, and query if the show’s futuristic vision, where technology promised a better world, has any relation to reality in 2023 and beyond.
Of course, we’re not using flying cars (yet), but the pandemic has forced a major rethink of how we approach the notion of “work” and “the workplace”, as technology allows collaboration from anywhere in the world.
Does the working from home shift mean the end of “the office” as we know it?
We ask the big questions with our special guest expert, looking at how the workplace and work culture were viewed historically, and how we’ll collaborate effectively now and into the future.
Don’t miss this episode.
Host: Jackie Blondell, Editorial Content Lead, CPA Australia
Guest: Dr Agustin (Gus) Chevez, Research Lead, Workplace Futures, Centre for the New Workforce, and Adjunct Research Fellow at the Centre for Design Innovation at Swinburne University.
For more on this topic, Dr Chevez’s book The Pilgrim’s Guide to the Workplace has some thought-provoking ideas and insights.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Is data the new oil? What’s bad data? And how do you define data?
To answer these and other questions is thought leader and data expert Daragh O Brien, who demystifies all things data.
Delve into the new data frontier right here.
Host: Garreth Hanley, CPA Australia podcast producer
Guest: Daragh O Brien, Founder and Managing Director of Castlebridge, who advise clients on the business of data and help build information-enabled organisations. In 2008 Daragh was recognised as a Fellow of the Irish Computer Society for his contributions to Data Quality and Data Governance. In 2022, the Innovation Value Institute in NUI Maynooth recognised him for his contributions to Innovation in Data Governance.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast platform.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Daniel Pink is a best-selling author, self-described provocative thinker and adamant generalist.
In this podcast episode, recorded late last year around the time of CPA Australia's Virtual Congress, Jackie Blondell asked Daniel about some of the innovative ways he approaches workplace productivity and behaviors, and his tips and ideas to help you enhance your potential and mindset at work.
Listen now.
Host: Jackie Blondell, CPA Australia editor
Guest: Daniel Pink, author of several best-selling books on business, work, creativity and behaviour, including When, To Sell is Human, Drive, A Whole New Mind and his latest, The Power of Regret.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them on your podcast platform.
Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
Find out more about Daniel and his books The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward, When: The Scientific Secrets Of Perfect Timing, To Sell Is Human, Drive, A Whole New Mind, The Adventures Of Johnny Bunko and Free Agent Nation on his website.
Today’s episode explores this year’s International Women’s Day theme, “Cracking the code: innovation for a gender-equal future”.
Offering her thoughts on how women can #crackthecode to success at work is special guest Georgie Williams, board president of UN Women Australia.
Listen now.
Host: Jackie Blondell, CPA Australia Editor
Guest: Georgie Williams, a professional director who serves on several boards. She has over 25 years’ experience in banking and superannuation including roles as Group Executive Engagement, Advocacy and Brand at Australian Super, and Head of Brand and Marketing at the Bank of Melbourne. She has also held executive positions at NAB in Australia and the UK, including roles in the commercial banking, wealth, strategy and marketing departments.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
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You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
International Women's Day (IWD) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. And head online for more information on UN Women Australia
Today’s episode explores expert strategies for rebooting and refreshing your accounting and finance career.
We share advice and tips on how you can leverage skills and experiences to give your career a boost.
Offering their insights are our two guest experts.
Dan Auerbach, Founder and CEO of leading Australian corporate psychology consultancy EAP and Michelle Gibbings, a workplace expert and former transformation manager at retail wealth management and banking business AMP, and National Australia Bank (NAB).
Listen now.
Host: Jessica Mudditt, book author, freelance journalist and regular contributor to CPA Australia’s award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine.
Guests:
Dan Auerbach, Founder and CEO of leading Australian corporate psychology consultancy EAP
Michelle Gibbings, a workplace expert and former transformation manager at retail wealth management and banking business AMP and National Australia Bank (NAB).
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast app.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
To further help guide your career, CPA Australia’s Career Navigator Tool is a useful resource to discover in-demand skills.
Additionally, there are CPA Australia micro-credentials relevant to this podcast episode that will fast-track your learning and sharpen your skills for an evolving industry.
And for insightful reading, delve into the INTHEBLACK digital magazine special careers edition to help elevate your career today.
Today’s episode looks at how accounting and finance professionals can upskill across their careers, with tips and strategies on how to overcome common roadblocks to learning.
Offering their insights and advice are our two guest experts.
Shelley Laslett, CEO and co-founder of Vitae Coach, which uses brain-based coaching based on neuroscience.
And Huw Thomas, Director, Head of Offerings, Thought Leadership and Capability Development at Blue Seed Consulting
Listen now.
Host: Jessica Mudditt, book author, freelance journalist and regular contributor to CPA Australia’s award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine.
Guests:
Shelley Laslett, CEO and co-founder of Vitae Coach, which uses brain-based coaching based on neuroscience.
Huw Thomas, Director, Head of Offerings, Thought Leadership and Capability Development at Blue Seed Consulting
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast app.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
To further help guide your career, CPA Australia’s Career Navigator Tool is a useful resource to discover in-demand skills.
Additionally, there are CPA Australia micro-credentials relevant to this podcast episode that will fast-track your learning and sharpen your skills for an evolving industry.
And for insightful reading, delve into the INTHEBLACK digital magazine special careers edition to help elevate your career today.
Today’s episode looks at how accounting and finance professionals can upskill across their careers, with tips and strategies on how to overcome common roadblocks to learning.
Offering their insights and advice are our two guest experts.
Shelley Laslett, CEO and co-founder of Vitae Coach, which uses brain-based coaching based on neuroscience.
And Huw Thomas, Director, Head of Offerings, Thought Leadership and Capability Development at Blue Seed Consulting
Listen now.
Host: Jessica Mudditt, book author, freelance journalist and regular contributor to CPA Australia’s award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine.
Guests:
Shelley Laslett, CEO and co-founder of Vitae Coach, which uses brain-based coaching based on neuroscience.
Huw Thomas, Director, Head of Offerings, Thought Leadership and Capability Development at Blue Seed Consulting
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast app.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
To further help guide your career, CPA Australia’s Career Navigator Tool is a useful resource to discover in-demand skills.
Additionally, there are CPA Australia micro-credentials relevant to this podcast episode that will fast-track your learning and sharpen your skills for an evolving industry.
And for insightful reading, delve into the INTHEBLACK digital magazine special careers edition to help elevate your career today.
Today’s episode discusses the future-ready career skills needed for accountants and finance professionals.
Our guest experts are Layla O'Kane, senior economist and research director at Lightcast, a global labour market data specialist based in Boston.
And Michael Edelstein CPA, an experienced recruiter and business coach who specialises in senior placements within public practice accounting firms. He is also the host of the podcast, Accountants Exposed.
Listen now.
Host: Jessica Mudditt, book author, freelance journalist and regular contributor to CPA Australia’s award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine.
Guests:
Layla O'Kane, senior economist and research director at Lightcast, a global labour market data specialist based in Boston.
Michael Edelstein CPA, an experienced recruiter and business coach who specialises in senior placements within public practise accounting firms. He is also the host of the podcast, Accountants Exposed.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:
- With Interest
- INTHEBLACK
- Excel Tips
Search for them in your podcast service.
You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au
To further help guide your career, CPA Australia’s Career Navigator Tool is a useful resource to discover in-demand skills.
Additionally, there are CPA Australia micro-credentials relevant to this podcast episode that will fast-track your learning and sharpen your skills for an evolving industry.
And for insightful reading, delve into the INTHEBLACK digital magazine special careers edition and help elevate your career.
INTHEBLACK is a new leadership, strategy, and business podcast from one of Australia's most respected business, accounting and finance publications – the award-winning INTHEBLACK magazine.
INTHEBLACK podcast brings together expert analysis and thought leadership across accounting, business and finance, taxation, technology, digital transformation, innovation, ethics and governance, ESG, the economy, careers, workplace and work life.
Weekly episodes cover a broad range of topics that help businesses and finance professionals and corporate leaders understand, navigate and thrive in an increasingly complex business environment.
Subscribe today to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes.
INTHEBLACK is presented by CPA Australia, one of the world’s largest accounting bodies, with core services that include education, training, technical support and advocacy.
CPA Australia publishes three podcasts: - WITH INTEREST - INTHEBLACK - EXCEL TIPS
To find out more about our podcasts, visit https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/tools-and-resources/podcasts - or search for them in your podcast service. To contact the podcast team email us at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au.