Episodes

  • Ep.91: Create focus time and protect energy.
    Aug 25 2025

    In Episode 91, Rosey Flaherty welcomes back Amy Vetter, CPA, CEO of The B3 Method Institute, to explore how creating focus time and protecting your energy can transform the way you work and live.

    Amy shares practical ways to set boundaries, why being intentional with your schedule matters, and how daily habits can help you stay grounded in what truly matters.

    From managing competing demands to aligning work with personal values, this conversation is a powerful reminder that protecting your energy isn’t a luxury; it’s a leadership necessity.

    If you’ve ever struggled with distractions, burnout, or feeling pulled in too many directions, this episode will give you tools to reset and take control of your time.

    🎯 What You’ll Learn:
    ✅ How to create focus time in your daily routine
    ✅ Why protecting your energy fuels authentic leadership
    ✅ Practical tips to balance productivity and well-being
    ✅ How intentional time management builds confidence and clarity
    ✅ Why small, consistent habits matter more than big changes

    🎧 Tune in now and learn how to build a career and a life that protects what matters most.

    🔔 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to support stories that inspire.

    #amyvetter #roseyflahertypodcast #focus #productivitytips #careerresilience #worklifebalance #authenticleadership #energyprotection #professionalgrowth


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    23 mins
  • Ep.90: You don’t have to follow tradition.
    Aug 18 2025

    In Episode 90, Rosey Flaherty sits down with Amy Vetter, CPA, CEO of The B3 Method Institute, to explore the power of following your path in business and life.

    From starting in roles she didn’t initially love, to finding meaning through curiosity and courage, Amy shares how her journey proves that success doesn’t always follow a straight line.

    She opens up about navigating career pivots, the lessons of internal audit, and why personal experience—not tradition—shapes the strongest leaders.

    If you’ve ever felt pressure to follow a conventional path, this conversation will remind you that your career story is yours to write.

    🎯 What You’ll Learn:
    ✅ Why your first job doesn’t define your career
    ✅ How unexpected roles can shape leadership skills
    ✅ Why internal audit offers unique business insights
    ✅ How to embrace change when plans don’t work out
    ✅ Why trusting yourself matters more than following tradition

    🎧 Tune in now and discover why the most meaningful careers are built from authenticity, not expectation.

    🔔 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to support stories that inspire.


    #amyvetter #roseyflahertypodcast #cpajourney #careerclarity #womeninleadership #careertransition #professionalgrowth #auditcareer #authenticleadership #careerresilience


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    23 mins
  • Ep.89: Master technical skills, but build people skills.
    Aug 11 2025

    In this audio episode, Rosey Flaherty welcomes Favor Lee, CPA — AICPA Awardee, leader, and mentor, for an honest conversation on what it takes to grow a meaningful career.

    Favor shares how mastering technical skills was just the start, and how developing people skills made all the difference.

    From embracing change to building strong relationships, this episode is packed with insights for professionals navigating growth, transitions, and leadership opportunities.

    Whether you're early in your career or rethinking your next move, Favor's journey will remind you that success isn’t just about skill — it’s about adaptability, empathy, and relationships that last.

    🎯 Key Takeaways:
    ✅ Embrace change and stay adaptable
    ✅ Build both technical and soft skills
    ✅ Develop strong business development habits
    ✅ Volunteer early to grow as a leader
    ✅ Nurture connections before you need them

    📌 Listen in and discover why leadership often starts by saying yes, before you're ready.

    🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring career stories and share this with someone building their path.

    #favorlee #roseyflahertypodcast #careertransition #cpajourney #peoplefirstleadership #technicalskills #softskillsmatter #careerclarity #accountingcareer #aicpa #leadershipdevelopment #youngprofessionals #nonlinearcareer


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    28 mins
  • Ep.88: Everyone plays a different role.
    Aug 4 2025

    In this episode, Rosey Flaherty welcomes Favor Lee, CPA, for an insightful conversation about how the skills behind the CPA designation go far beyond numbers.

    From audit floors to leadership tables, Favor shares how trust, curiosity, and empathy have shaped her approach to both business and people.

    She opens up about building client relationships as an introvert, handling the pressure of performance expectations, and using curiosity as a way to connect, not just communicate.

    If you’ve ever wondered whether personality type limits success, this episode offers a fresh take: the path to leadership isn’t about being loud, it’s about being intentional.

    Whether you're just starting or looking to lead with more impact, this conversation will inspire you to lean into your strengths, even if they don’t look traditional.

    🎯 What You’ll Learn:
    ✅ Why the CPA credential builds instant trust
    ✅ How curiosity becomes a powerful business tool
    ✅ Why introverts and extroverts can
    both thrive in client-facing roles
    ✅ How audit skills prepare you for broader leadership
    ✅ What it takes to build strong business relationships

    🎧 Tune in now and discover how success comes in many forms and voices.

    🔔 Subscribe, leave a review, and share with someone building their path with purpose.


    #cpajourney #favorlee #roseyflahertypodcast #businessdevelopment #introvertstrengths #curiositydriven #womeninleadership #accountingskills #leadershipgrowth #careerclarity #personalgrowth #auditcareer #youngprofessionals

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    25 mins
  • Ep.87: Career paths aren’t always linear
    Jul 28 2025

    In this episode, Rosey Flaherty welcomes Favor Lee, CPA — AICPA Awardee, leader, and mum, for a candid conversation about career growth, personal identity, and what it means to “have it all.”

    Favor shares her journey from fast-paced firms to more reflective transitions, and how she’s navigated motherhood, leadership, and career pivots along the way.

    From embracing non-linear paths to finding energy in challenge, her story proves that your version of success doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.

    Together, they explore how empathy shapes strong leaders, why it's okay to make bold changes, and how real balance starts with knowing yourself.

    Whether you're mid-pivot, climbing the ladder, or simply re-evaluating what you want, this episode offers clarity, encouragement, and the kind of honesty we all need to hear.


    🎯 What You’ll Learn:

    ✅ Why your career doesn’t need to follow a straight line
    ✅ How Favor balances motherhood with ambition, on her terms
    ✅ Why transitions need time for self-reflection
    ✅ How leadership and empathy go hand in hand
    ✅ The importance of defining
    your version of work-life balance

    🎧 Tune in now and be inspired to own your path, your pace, and your purpose.

    🔔 Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with someone rethinking their next step.

    #careertransition #cpajourney #womeninleadership #leadershipdevelopment #nonlinearcareer #empathyleadership #workingmoms #roseyflahertypodcast #favorlee #aicpa #careerclarity #personalgrowth #podcastforleaders #youngprofessionals #careerreflection


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    24 mins
  • Ep.86: Understand the people that you lead
    Jul 21 2025

    In this episode, Rosey Flaherty welcomes Jeannine K. Brown, CEO of Everyday Lead, for an honest and impactful conversation on what it means to lead in today’s accounting world.

    Jeannine shares what no one prepares you for in that first year of management: how hard it is to lead without the right tools.

    She explains why leadership isn’t just about performance, it’s about understanding people, setting expectations, and making space for mental health along the way.

    With powerful insights drawn from her journey, Jeannine breaks down how to stop hiding behind reviews, lead with intention, and grow beyond traditional accounting roles.

    🎯 What You’ll Learn:
    ✅ Why first-year management is one of the toughest transitions in accounting
    ✅ The importance of teaching people how to lead and “people well”
    ✅ How clear communication and feedback fuel team performance
    ✅ Why mental health and self-care are vital for long-term success
    ✅ How your accounting career path can evolve beyond the expected

    🎧 Listen in and be inspired to keep smiling through the journey!.

    🔔 Subscribe, turn on notifications, and leave a comment if Jeannine’s words inspired you.

    👍 Like & Share with someone navigating their first leadership role or redefining what leadership means to them.

    #leadershipdevelopment #publicaccounting #careertransition #mentalhealthawareness #cpajourney #womeninleadership #firstyearmanager #careerinsights #youngprofessionals #everydaylead #roseyflahertypodcast



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    30 mins
  • Ep.84: No news isn’t always good news
    Jul 14 2025


    Hey everyone, Rosey Flaherty here!


    In this insightful episode, I’m joined by Jeannine K. Brown, CEO of Everyday Lead, executive coach, and author, for a powerful conversation about visibility, advocacy, and redefining what success means in your career.

    Whether you’re just starting or stepping into leadership, Jeannine’s wisdom will challenge the old narratives and empower you to lead on your terms.

    ✅ Redefine success beyond long hours and burnout
    ✅ Build meaningful relationships across your organisation
    ✅ Stay ready for opportunities, even the unexpected ones
    ✅ Take control of your professional narrative with regular feedback
    ✅ Know your value and speak up for fair compensation

    ✨ This episode is proudly sponsored by Chapman University's Argyros School of Business and Economics. Considering a master's in accounting? Their MSA program offers personalized attention from world-class faculty, intimate class sizes, and a flexible structure designed for ambitious professionals. Learn more and apply at chapman.edu/msa

    🎧 Tune in to hear Jeannine’s powerful message: “Be seen, be heard, be valued.”

    🔗 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

    💬 If Jeannine’s message resonates with you, drop a comment. I’d love to hear your thoughts.

    👍 Like & Share this episode with someone ready to lead more intentionally.


    #leadership #careeradvocacy #jeanninekbrown #workplacevisibility #executivecoach #growthmindset #faircompensation #womeninleadership #redefiningsuccess #audiopodcast #careerinsights #everydaylead #beheard #valuedvoices



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    30 mins
  • Ep.84: You are more than your title
    Jul 7 2025

    Hey everyone, Rosey Flaherty here!

    In this powerful episode, Ela Bijlani opens up about her transformation from accountant to leadership coach and how facing your fears can become your greatest tool for growth.

    Her story challenges the belief that our titles define us and offers practical insights for professionals ready to lead with purpose and clarity.

    ✅Face your fears to grow as a speaker and professional
    ✅Shift your mindset from employee to entrepreneur
    ✅Build self-awareness and confidence to advance your career
    ✅Use networking and relationship-building to unlock new opportunities
    ✅Embrace change and adaptability as tools for long-term success

    🎧 Listen in and be inspired to keep smiling through the journey!.

    🔗 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

    💬 If Bijlan's story resonates with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts.
    Drop a comment below!

    👍 Like & Share this episode with someone preparing for the CPA exam or building their accounting career!



    #leadership #accountingcareers #elaBijlani #cpaexam #mentorship #growthmindset #leadershipcoach #communicationiskey #womeninaccounting #careerdevelopment #differentisbeautiful #audiopodcast #careerinsights #cpajourney #inspiringstories



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    24 mins