CPAacademy.org | TOP TEN BUSINESS MYTHS: HOW ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONALS

Mark, VA

"What I tell those who inquire is keep in mind is that all things which are made (to be sold or to be used, 30% are sold but the other 70% are just made and used) come from a combination of two things. One is the material it is made from and the other is the person who puts it together. The material it is made from is a zero sum game. The intelligence of the person who puts it together is a use it or lose it situation but is also an unlimited resource. They then ask how can people be unlimited. The answer is people can always become smarter. So if you think we are running out of the raw materials to make things then it is impossible to get away from a zero sum game worry. Some unfortunately have that mistaken perception. Not much you can do about them. The others normally see the light about how it is better to work toward everyone getting smarter."

Tracy, KY

"I loved the use of the webcam. I enjoy many of these courses, but the thing I always miss is that personal connection that you get with a face-to-face class. The webcam allowed for some of that connection to still happen. Ed was very knowledgeable and obviously has many years of experience with these topics. It was enjoyable, but I also took notes on several things that I'm going to keep in my back pocket to use in future meetings with my colleagues."

Laura, AZ

"One of the all time best business seminars I have attended. I have started my firm again this year and am determined to not have the same old "full service" firm, but focusing on customers and their success. Thank you for this incredible road map you have provided. In evaluations I try to find at least one area to mark down the program. Just couldn't do it this time. So much useful and encouraging information."

Susan, OH

"Ed gave a tremendous, thought-provoking presentation. I really enjoyed the word origins, smattering of history, and background references - great support for getting his ideas across. I even wrote down two of the books he referenced - I rarely do that during presentations. Insights were very timely. Highly recommend this to everyone!"

Myrna J., GA

"Over the past two years I have watched a lot of Webinars--about 6 or more per week. This is the best presentation of valuable information I have ever seen. Kudos to you for bringing it to us and also to Ed Kless for and enlightening presentation. I will be looking into the Sage LEAP program."

Natasha, CO

"This was the best webinar training I have completed in many years. It made me think about things in a new way and I am definitely sharing what I learned with my co-workers. Ed was a great, dynamic instructor that kept my attention the entire time."

Michael, FL

"Loved the topics of discussion. Very thought provoking and refreshing. Also, thanks so much for using the video. 1st webinar I've viewed on CPA Acadaemy where I saw the video of the person speaking. Definitely kept me engaged in the webinar."

Samuel, AZ

""The session met my expectations for attending" above: No, frankly it exceeded my expectations. Refreshingly rational; a dose of common sense amid the miasma of jargon, jingoism and coma-inducing standards we all must endure. Fun."

Constance, CA

"I really enjoyed this fact-filled, entertaining webcast. It is refreshing to hear someone refuting all these business myths that are counter-productive, drive down employee morale, and create disdain for profitable businesses."

Walter, VT

"This webinar was, simply put, remarkable! It was nice getting away from the technical side of business to look at the personal side of business. A semester's worth of management/marketing all in 60 short minutes. Bravo!"

David, OR

"Great presentation. A lot of common sense wisdom provided, and that was very refreshing. Common sense is in short supply here on the left coast. Thanks for providing 90 minutes of sanity and some great talking points."

Kemelia, NV

"Great speaker...Enjoyed how he kept everyone involved by answering and commenting on questions from the audience. Also, I would like to add that it was nice to have a new array of topics all in one webcast."

Larry, VA

"Terrific webinar! Ed's style in this presentation may have been disjointed, but it was effective, very informative and thought provoking. Looking forward to taking another webinar presented by Ed Kless."

Shawn, CO

"The presenter was very engaging and backed up his points with specific examples. The topic was interesting and made me think about my own beliefs regarding each myth. This webinar was time well spent."

Jennifer, VA

"I found this webinar interesting, enlightening and well done! I would like to hear more of what Ed has to say -- his perspective was so interesting and he knows when to use or inject a little humor!"

Cynthia, TN

"I LOVE the webinars that Ed presents! He is insightful and entertaining and educational. I rearranged a doctor's appointment today so that I could be on this webinar because Ed was the presenter!"

Steven, FL

"Wonderful Speaker. To bad Marketing Dept. Exec's are not required to listen to Ed's webinar. They need to change their thought processes on many of these Myths; they continue to believe in!"

Andria, MA

"I greatly enjoyed Ed's direct and common sense approach, and agree that the Top 10 myths are deeply engrained in a lot of organizations and they can be killers of an otherwise thriving business!"

J Kevin, NC

"Ed Kless was an excellent and engaging presenter and the material was every helpful as I consider my business, as well as those I provide advice to regarding their business - my clients!"

Erin, CA

"So different from other webinars, insightful and interesting. Taps into human nature and how it relates in a professional setting. Ed is a great presenter. Loved it!"

Mary, AZ

"This webinar was more than what I expected. It was very engaging, insightful and thought provoking. A definite eye opener for the first classs of the morning!! Thanks"

Matthew, IL

"Ed Kless always delivers a top notch webinar. His honesty is refreshing. He delights in taking on the sacred cows of business. He always gives you the straight scoop!"

Carrie, CO

"I really enjoyed the presenter. The topic was relevant and interesting. I came away with a different outlook on business idealogy. When can you have him back?!"

Susan, CA

"Excellent presentation. Both the presenter and the information were entertaining and inspiring. It expanded the way I see my job, business, clients and life."

Robbin, NY

"One of the better and more interesting webinars I've participated in. Accountants who are too numbers driven should take the time to listen to this webinar."

Julie, TX

"This webinar was the best CPE class that I have ever taken. It was so thought provoking and I took so much new insight away with me. Loved the presenter!!"

Anthony, NY

"Ed is always energetic and informative. He is a great informer and "cheerleader". If I can attend any webinar where he is the speaker, i am thewre."

Karen, PA

"This was a great general business seminar. Reinforces "not so basic" business concepts. Practical application in every area of business. Excellent!"

Doree, CA

"Enjoyed the great example about the dry cleaners and the hangers. Presenter was informative and made the webinar interesting with good skills."

Travis, UT

"I've never before wished that a CPE course was longer. That was very interesting. Thank you for the fresh perspective on business concepts."

Hau, CA

"Love Ed Kless! I am amazed by his knowledge/insights and the fact that he actually addressed all questions/comments posted including mine!!"

Gene Arthur, FL

"I really enjoyed this webinar. Ed's presentation conveyed the material in a personal way that made a somewhat dry subject more palatable."

Beth, MO

"Probably the best course I have taken here! The addition of the webcam was fantastic and really made me feel more engaged in the seminar."

Christi, IN

"This was a great webinar! I really enjoyed Ed's presentation style and found the webinar to be informative, interesting and entertaining."

Tatiana, MA

"Great webinar, helps inform the participant to create new perspectives on the myths of having a successful business. Energetic presenter!"

Walter D., WI

"Great presenter and excellent material. Seeing the presenter on the screen was a great "touch" which added to the warmth of the session."

Sandra, LA

"This webinar was extremely informative. It is apparent from the webinar that Ed Kless possess a weath of knowledge and experience."

Linda, CO

"This was by far the best CPA Academy webinar I have attended to date! Great use of 90 minutes! Ed Kless was an awesome presenter!!"

Martha, OH

"Couldn't have been any better! Excellent course. The presenter was very engaging, informed and even had a good sense of humor!"

Joseph, NY

"Ed Klass is a fantastic moderator. He is well reasoned and knows his stuff. His webinar was clearly presented and informative."

Judy, OK

"Loved the video feed. It made it so much easier than just looking at a still screen. More personal and much more appealing."

Suzanne, VA

"Loved the presenter! Touch of humor always make the presentation better! Enjoyed his "stories" that related back to topic."

Elizabeth, NY

"Unusual and very pertinent presentation, presenter was excellent, kudos to CPAacademy for providing diversity in presenters."

Dawn, OH

"I truly enjoyed the presentation as it offered a completely different take on financial decision making. Great presentation"

Kathy, OH

"There's a lot of focus on the hard skills. This was more of a soft skills, perspectives, that were very important to learn."

Connie, MD

"For the first 10 minutes was wondering where this was going....then was very interesting with some great points to ponder."

Melissa, PA

"This was fun. Ed offered lots of knowledge & theories; certainly a different approach to business mantras. Good stuff!"

Charles, AZ

"This was a thought provoking webinar that caused me to reconsider my paradigms on what defines a successful business."

Violet, CA

"Very interesting! Some of the "business myths" discussed I would never think about. Presentation was very well done!"

Susan, NC

"One of the best webinars I have ever attended. The information was fresh and very informative. Great Presentation"

Lynda, TX

"This was way better than I expected it to be. I want to pull up the archive and listen to it again. Thanks so much."

Calvin, SD

"It was a superb webinar, but I would rather not write a testimonial, both for personal and professional reasons."

Raye Lynn, OK

"Excellent presenter. He was easy to listen to and encouraged me to think from a new (and improved) perspective."

Charlotte, UT

"Interesting and thought provoking comments. I'm not sure I agreed with all of them, but I enjoyed the webinar."

Duane, WA

"I enjoyed the presentation with all of the stories. I agreed with what was said, especially about six sigma!"

Kathleen, MI

"The addition of the webcam enhanced the webinar and the quality of the sound and presentation was excellent."

Kent, IN

"This is one of the best presentations that I have experienced. Really enjoyed the instructor and material."

Naren, NJ

"Great Presentation by Ed Kless. Good Command over subject matter and is well reasonrf and know his stuff."

Ericka, TN

"Great presentation. Lots of energy and priceless information. Would love to hear more from this speaker."

Sajid, NY

"A well planned & an exceptionally well delivered presentation. Lots of juice throughout the webinar."

Brian, PA

"Great course that really made me thing on several different topics; great enthusiastic presenter!"

SHARON, OH

"Thought-provoking presentation, and passionate presenter - a model for great learning experience!"

David, MO

"One of the best sessions I've attended. Very informative, thought-provoking and well presented."

Karen, PA

"This webinar was wonderful, and far exceeded my expectations. A very valuable hour and a half!"

Bill, OH

"Excellent presentation provides great information to think about and question the status quo!"

Leona, AZ

"I learned more in 1.5 hours than I have from day-long seminars and it was all free. Thanks."

William, NC

"This was an excellent course and the presentation holds the interest of the participants"

Mary, OH

"I appreciate the fact that I can participate in these courses when my schedule permits."

Allison, CA

"The presentation was concise and straight to the point. The subject matter is relevant."

Caletha, GA

"The content and points made were very effective, impactful, and engaging using video."

Helen, CO

"Loved it and discovered I actually believed in several of the Myths. A-ha moment!!"

Michelle, OH

"Mr. Kless is an excellent speaker with valuable insight and meaningful examples."

Robert, GA

"Powerful, Insightful, Interesting and to the point. Great presentation overall."

David, NY

"Great presentation by Ed. Enlightening perspective on common business beliefs."

Alexander, CA

"One of the best webinars offered. Provokes thinking on many levels. 5-stars."

Louis, NJ

"Entertaining and enlightening. The stories and examples were right on point."

Ingrid, MI

"Great webinar - very entertaining with good examples everyone can relate to."

Abby, KY

"Thank you for making a reference to Ninja Turtles. Best part in my opinion."

Jim, OH

"Truly Excellent presentation! Would love to learn much more on this topic."

Tracy, NV

"Highly intellegent, effective and thought provoking presenter and topic."

David, ME

"Ed was a very engaging presenter and the material was thought provoking"

Oliver, NJ

"Great webinar, and something very different with a lot to think about."

Mariela, FL

"I felt the webinar was informative and the presenter was interactive,"

Dennis, CA

"Important truths delivered in an interesting and entertaining manner."

Rafael, IL

"Great presentation.... it changes some of my perspective in life..."

James, IL

"The presentation was educational and very entertaining/interesting!"

Richard J, MN

"Outstanding presentation. I would like to see Ed Kless back again."

Todd, HI

"Outstanding content and very enjoyable, effective delivery method!"

Michael A, FL

"Ed kless was the most interesting speaker over the past few weeks."

Michael, TX

"Ed does a good job and offers some controversial items for thought"

Usha, CA

"Superb! Real engaging, educational, changed my thinking pattern."

Penny, IN

"Quirky presentation style that kept me interested in the material"

Yuichi, CA

"One of the best CPA Academy webinar that I have attended so far!"

Eric, SC

"Excellent speaker. Ed keeps you engaged for the entire webinar."

Brian, TX

"In many parts of this course, it sounded like a TED conference."

Gary, NC

"I thought it was very interesting, insightful, and refreshing."

Gary, CA

"FUN!!!! Great info to use in varying levels of conversation."

Scott, IN

"Ed's a radical. He advocates for killing the billable hour."

Rodney, MT

"Ed has a great presentation and keeps the audience engaged!"

Rudy, TX

"I have the satisfaction and enjoying your seminar in video."

Jared, UT

"Made me rethink principles of economics in a powerful way."

Branden, SC

"Hands down the best webinar I've taken with CPAacademy.org"

Joe, NY

"Excellent speaker. Well worth your time listening to Ed."

Kris, AL

"The webinar was really interesting and thought provoking!"

Allen, GA

"A great presentation on a subject not always thought of."

Brian, MA

"excellent insight on different ways of looking at issues"

Gregory, IL

"VERY INTERESTING PRESENTATION, AND AN ENGAGING SPEAKER."

Carrie, FL

"Engaging presenter with an interesting subject matter!"

Charles, OH

"I did enjoy it as it moved along at an enjoyable pace."

DIXIE, NH

"I found the session informative and thought provoking."

Lisa, TX

"I really enjoyed thinking behind the myths presented."

Matthew, IL

"Ed is a very insightful and enjoyed his presentation."

Gordon, GA

"Excellent, probably the best webinar I've attended."

Earle, ID

"A refreshing change from the day to day CPE course."

Karin, NV

"Definitely one of the best seminars I've attended."

Lisa, MD

"I always enjoy listening to Ed Kless' perspective."

Manuel, RI

"Fabulous presentation--totally engaging. Thanks."

Lisa, IA

"Best webinar I've ever attended. Outstanding."

James, NJ

"excellent theoretical discussion of the topics"

Sharon, GA

"Eye-opening, thought provoking and a must-see."

Mikah, CO

"It was nice to have a webcam on the presenter."

Nadja, TX

"Interesting topic; I enjoyed the presentation!"

David, NJ

"Truly loved it. I wish we have more like this"

Stephen, IN

"Excellent summary of useful business concepts"

Doug, MI

"Excellent Webinar. Interesting to listen to."

Wayne, AZ

"Boy...certainly room for improved thought..."

Anthony B, TX

"What an iconoclast, Ed Kless! Refreshing..."

Terri, TX

"Truly enjoyed the presentation! Thank you!"

Brian, MO

"Top rated - first class. Kudos. Brian Hodak"

Kaitlin, TX

"Great webinar! Interesting and informative."

Harold, NJ

"Excellent way to run seminar "backwards"."

Barbara, PA

"Loved Scott's headwear for Halloween :)"

Tina, PA

"Ed gave good attention getting thoughts."

Donald, OH

"Very interesting topic and presentation."

William, AL

"Ed has great insight on subject matter."

George, MD

"Very good and informative presentation!"

Iris, CA

"Very interesting and engaging webinar!"

John, TN

"He is a good, knowledgeable presenter."

Xiaoyi, BC

"Excellent presenter, great material!"

Steve, TX

"Very thought provoking presentation."

Glen, CA

"Excellent thought provoking course."

Pj, TX

"That was 'over the top fantastic'!!"

Cameron, WA

"I liked the anecdotes and analogies"

Keith, NJ

"Very thought provoking presentation"

Don, VA

"Very thought-provoking. Excellent!"

Lucinda, VA

"Very entertaining and informative!"

Joan, IL

"Thank you, I enjoyed the webinar"

John, SC

"it was great informative session"

Lisa, OH

"Best webinar I've attended yet!"

Ken, TX

"Very good information from them"

joann, OR

"EXCELLANT......................"

Quynh, DC

"It's an interesting perspective"

William, NY

"The presentation was terrific."

Linda, OK

"LOVED the use of the webcam!!!"

Ishali, Other

"loved the visual interaction."

Chinita, DC

"I did enjoy but no thank you."

James, FL

"The course was very well done"

Gayle, OH

"Very interesting perspective!"

debby, AZ

"The speaker was very engaging"

Kathleen, PA

"Ed made the topic enjoyable!"

Andea, AZ

"Great presenter and topic"

Escoffery, NC

"the best seminar yet...."

Kathy, NV

"Excellent presentation."

Christy, GA

"Very good presentation!"

Ravindra, IN

"EXCELLENT PRESENTATION"

Bonnie, SC

"Made me think! Thanks!"

Deborah, MN

"excellent presentation"

Richard, MO

"Exceeded expectations."

Lyndon, CA

"Actually, this is one of the best webinars I have ever had. By presenting a different way to look at things, the instructor gave me the ability to approach business consulting in a very fresh and empowering way. I took away A LOT. We bean counters need to get our heads out of the details and on to the big picture from time to time. It is a rapidly changing world and old methods must be updated."

Avelinda, WY

"I work at a community college. It is a nonprofit public school. My point is even though our focus is not profit, the content of this webinar was so relevant to serving students. I was excited from the first point that the strategic plan should be based on the value we are creating for our future customers."

Jerry, SC

"Ed Kless seems to have a profound ability to tie in economic principles and real life in the business world, generating keen insights for those in business trying to become more effective. I plan to refer back to this webinar often."

Jeff, WI

"Ed did a great job presenting the subject and he had great energy. The thing I will take from this presentation most is how being an effective leader is changing the minds of those you are leading in a positive manner."

James Michael, OH

"Ed Kless did a masterful job of creatively weaving economic theory through the "customer concept". Excellent presentation and I thought the video was a worthwhile addition. Great presentation."

Rebecca, CO

"I enjoyed the webinar and thought it was interesting, but it wasn't what I was expecting and not sure I learned anything that would be relevant to my specific job."

James, WV

"I HAVE BEEN A PROIDUCTION SUPERVISOR AT VARIOUS LEVELS WITH 5 DIFFERENT COMPANIESFOR 53 YEARS , THIS COURSE WOULD BE MORE HELPFULL TO SOMEONE WITH LESS EXPERIENCE"

Debra, Rheinland Pfalz

"For a truly different perspective and thought provoking on why and how we do Business I would recommend this course to any Business Person."

Thomas, MI

"Wow, greatly great to the point information. Ed presented very well and I like him referencing and noting reading suggestions."

Dawn, NC

"Ed has a wonderful way of taking what you think and turning it inside out to get you to see a new perspective!"

David, CA

"This webinar was definitely worth my time. I would high recommend this course to everyone out there!"

Melissa, WI

"I enjoyed the examples and quotes used to support the presenter's points. Very interesting."

Barbara, TX

"Wonderful webinar! I'd like to know more and will seek out webinars by this presenter."

Mike, CT

"Ed was a great speaker and very informative with the stories/details behind the myths."

Susan, NY

"This was a very thought provoking webinar. Enjoyed it tremendously. Thank you."

Darrell, MO

"A very good speaker and presenter. I enjoyed and learned from the presentation."

John, TX

"I always find alternative answers to historical notions to be very educational."

Diane, CO

"I liked having Ed on video; it made the webinar more interesting and personal."

Jennifer, VA

"A very entertaining presentation. Ed had some interesting thoughts to ponder."

Marilyn, WA

"I have gone on line for many of you webinars and have never been let down."

Barbara, MN

"Fantastic speaker! I'd be happy to listen to and learn from him again."

David, PA

"I enjoyed being able to see the presenter. Great new feature!"

Mark, NJ

"enlightening as to approach to various parts of the webinar"

Christine, NC

"Wonderful insight on new perspectives about age old issues"

Judy, IN

"I appreciated the presenter's enthusiasm for the subject."

Dele, TX

"Overall, presentation was good and thought provoking."

Darla, KY

"The webinar brought to attention some common myths."

Mariano, AR

"Very interesting; makes you think outside the box."

Julie, OH

"Excellent, logical, common sense presentation."

Kevin, NC

"Different from other webinars. Not training."

Ed, FL

"very informative,, exceeded my expectations"

Karen, OR

"Ed was easy and interesting to listen to."

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