Carla Caldwell, Stuart's long-time friend and ex-colleague, joins him for a delightful conversation about her journey in accounting, accounting technology, consulting, and entrepreneurship.

• Reminiscing together (00:05)
• How family and mentors influenced Carla's accounting journey (01:55)
• Finding her superpower in accounting and technology (05:20)
• The game-changing opportunity to be a part of Xero's early days in the US (12:10)
• Carla's post-Xero venture as technology and process consultant for accountants (21:20)
• Harnessing the power of technology (rather than resisting it) (24:00)
• How the accounting industry might solve the talent challenge (27:30)
• Building meaningful, personal connections with your staff (30:00)
• How the 'Working Geniuses' model uplifts her staff (34:00)
• Carla's most memorable clients (38:30)