What's Your "And"?
629 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 47 ratingsJohn Garrett’s research involves talking with professionals who realize that who you are is so much more than what you do. Accountants, consultants, lawyers, engineers, and other professionals everywhere are doing hobbies and passions after they leave the office. We discuss why these outside-of-work interests matter and how they've impacted their career.
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346: Bill Penczak is a Consultant & Traveler [podcast]
January 01, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 56.7 MBBill Penczak, CEO of MICA Ventures, returns to the podcast to talk about his most recent trips, starting his own consulting firm right before the pandemic began, the status of the accounting professional world, and much more!
345: Sara Gibb is a Bookkeeper & Artist [podcast]
December 30, 2020 10:30 - 20 minutes - 47.1 MBSara Gibb, owner of Flow Works Bookkeeping & Consulting, talks about her passion for art and why she felt it was better suited as a hobby rather than a profession! She also talks about how her art translates into her work as a bookkeeper and how it helps build relationships with clients!
344: Happy Holidays From John Garrett [podcast]
December 25, 2020 10:30 - 6 minutes - 15.6 MBIt's Christmas Day! We've finally made it to the end of 2020 so I wanted to take a moment to recap what a year it's been on the show. We've had so many great guests sharing their "And"–from rollerblading to NASCAR to ju-jitsu and even two volunteer firefighters! Thank you for subscribing to this podcast to hear about the "And" of other professionals and how that applies to their work. If you or someone you know has an "And"–that hobby or passion or interest outside of work–please reach ou...
336: Happy Holidays From John Garrett [podcast]
December 25, 2020 10:30 - 6 minutes - 15.6 MBIt's Christmas Day! We've finally made it to the end of 2020 so I wanted to take a moment to recap what a year it's been on the show. We've had so many great guests sharing their "And"–from rollerblading to NASCAR to ju-jitsu and even two volunteer firefighters! Thank you for subscribing to this podcast to hear about the "And" of other professionals and how that applies to their work. If you or someone you know has an "And"–that hobby or passion or interest outside of work–please reach ou...
343: Terrell Turner is an Consultant & Content Creator [podcast]
December 23, 2020 10:30 - 29 minutes - 68.4 MBTerrell Turner talks about how his desire for making meetings a more fun experience led him to his passion for creating content to creatively relay important information, tell stories and encourage people to open up and connect with each other!
342: John Bly is an Accountant & World Traveler [podcast]
December 18, 2020 10:30 - 18 minutes - 42.1 MBJohn Bly returns to the podcast from episode 152 to talk about how he maintained his passion for traveling through the pandemic and how it has affected people being more open about their hobbies and passions!
341: Rubik is a Forensic Accountant & Greeting Card Writer & Children’s Book Author [podcast]
December 16, 2020 10:30 - 30 minutes - 69.4 MBRubik Yeriazarian talks about his passion for writing accountant themed greeting cards and children’s books! He talks about how this hobby has helped him improve his marketing skills, why it’s important to have something outside of work, and his experience in opening up about his hobby in the office!
340: Ges Ray is an Ex-Banker & Choral Singer [podcast]
December 11, 2020 10:30 - 17 minutes - 40.8 MBGes Ray returns to the podcast from episode 171 to talk about his recent performances with his choral singing group, his opportunity to travel to New York to sing at Carnegie Hall, and how he has noticed more of an interest in people as humans in the workplace!
339: Suraya Yahaya is a COO & RV Road Tripper & Paddleboarder [podcast]
December 09, 2020 14:11 - 30 minutes - 70.7 MBSuraya Yahaya talks about getting an RV and the adventures she has been on with her family through the past year. She also talks about how her experiences with the RV and traveling have helped her with problem solving and relating to others at work!
338: Bailey Smith is an Accountant & Needlepointer & Bass Guitar Player [podcast]
December 04, 2020 10:30 - 15 minutes - 34.5 MBBailey Smith, owner of Sopris Accounting Solutions LLC, returns to the podcast from episode 56 to talk about her shift to needlepointing after becoming a mother and how she is noticing a growing amount of understanding that people are more than their careers!
337: Martin Bissett is a Consultant & St. Nicholas Researcher [podcast]
December 02, 2020 10:30 - 35 minutes - 81.4 MBMartin Bissett, founder of The Bissett Group, talks about his hobby in researching the real St. Nicholas in who he was, his history, and how his story has been embellished over time. He also talks about the spirit of giving and how he applies it towards his work as a consultant!
336: Taking a Short Break to Say Thank You [podcast]
November 27, 2020 10:30 - 5 minutes - 13.7 MBIt's the day after Thanksgiving here in the United States and I'm officially stuffed! This year hasn't been ideal for any of us but that doesn't mean that we still can't take a moment to give thanks. Thank you for subscribing to this podcast to hear about the "And" of other professionals and how that applies to their work. Thank you for sharing this message with your friends and coworkers -- and bosses, too! This is our message and it's making a difference. And finally, thank you for r...
335: Kellie Parks is an Bookkeeper & Cabin Renovator [podcast]
November 25, 2020 10:30 - 29 minutes - 68.4 MBCloud Accounting Aficionado Kellie Parks talks about her cabin renovation projects, building her own “she-shed” office, running a cloud-based accounting firm, and how her renovation projects apply to her profession as an accountant! She also talks about her other passion for water skiing!
334: Damien Martin is an Accountant & Pianist [podcast]
November 20, 2020 10:30 - 22 minutes - 51.2 MBDamien returns to the podcast from episode 114 to talk about teaching his kids how to play piano, having John on his podcast, and overcoming the fear of feeling vulnerable!
333: Tosha Anderson is a CEO & Family Vacationer [podcast]
November 18, 2020 10:30 - 32 minutes - 73.3 MBTosha Anderson, founder and CEO of The Charity CFO, talks about her passion for traveling around the world with her family and how it played a major role in motivating her to start her own firm and establish a company culture that allows her and her colleagues to pursue their hobbies!
332: Jason Hastie is an Accountant & Country Music Singer [podcast]
November 13, 2020 15:03 - 20 minutes - 48.4 MBJason returns to the podcast from episode 113 to talk about his recent shows with his band, having clients hear his music on the radio, and how the pandemic has both affected his music and his workplace culture.
331: Greg Tirico is a Marketer & Musician [podcast]
November 11, 2020 10:30 - 34 minutes - 80 MBGreg Tirico talks about his passion for music and playing drums! He also talks about how music is an easy topic to get clients and colleagues to open up about themselves and encourage them to share more!
330: Mathew Haggem is a Business Analyst & Dance Theater Playwright [podcast]
November 06, 2020 12:57 - 20 minutes - 47 MBMathew returns to the podcast from episode 122 to talk about his shift from choreographer to playwright, recovering from his business falling apart, and how What’s Your And is an influence on his new play!
329: Sal Rezai is an Accountant & Hula-Hooper [podcast]
November 04, 2020 14:14 - 24 minutes - 57 MBSal Rezai, founder of Accounting by Sal, talks about her passion for hula hooping and how it has helped with her physical confidence fostering relationships with clients! She also talks about how having a hobby outside of work can help provide a purpose for yourself!
329: Sal Rezai is a Certified Professional Bookkeeper & Hula-Hooper [podcast]
November 04, 2020 14:14 - 24 minutes - 57 MBSal Rezai, founder of Accounting by Sal, talks about her passion for hula hooping and how it has helped with her physical confidence fostering relationships with clients! She also talks about how having a hobby outside of work can help provide a purpose for yourself!
328: Hannah Horton is an Internal Auditor & DIY Crafter [podcast]
October 30, 2020 09:30 - 19 minutes - 44.9 MBHannah returns to the podcast from episode 141 to talk about her latest hobbies in gardening and DIY crafting projects. She also talks about why she decided to step away from the fiddle and how she has been more aware of people sharing their passions in the office!
327: David Jenyns is a Consultant & Jiu-Jitsu Practitioner [podcast]
October 28, 2020 09:30 - 32 minutes - 74.4 MBDavid Jenyns talks about his passion for Jiu-Jitsu, setting it aside and returning to it after several years, and how it has helped him become a disciplined business owner!
326: Sean Stein Smith is an Accounting Professor & Creative Writer [podcast]
October 23, 2020 13:11 - 16 minutes - 37.3 MBDr. Sean Stein Smith returns to the podcast to talk about his shift in passions from drumming to creative writing and how this passion has helped with communication skills in the office! He also talks about how it’s important to give your brain a break from work to focus on other things!
325: Amanda Aguillard is an Accountant & Backpacker [podcast]
October 21, 2020 09:30 - 30 minutes - 69.2 MBAmanda Aguillard talks about her passion for backpacking and how it has helped with facing adversaries and establishing relationships with clients! She also talks about how technology has allowed her to run her business, maintain client connections, and continue to pursue her passion!
324: Mark Lee is an Accountant & Magician [podcast]
October 16, 2020 09:30 - 19 minutes - 43.9 MBMark Lee returns to the podcast from episode 136 to talk about his continued passion for magic, standing out an individual, and how he pivoted his business during the pandemic!
323: Joel Lacayo is an Account Executive & Community Builder [podcast]
October 14, 2020 09:30 - 33 minutes - 77.4 MBJoel Lacayo talks about his passion for charity and non-profit work helping fellow immigrants like himself find contacts and develop professional skills for building careers!
322: Josh Lance is an Accountant & Beer and Wine Enthusiast [podcast]
October 09, 2020 09:30 - 19 minutes - 45.2 MBJosh Lance returns to the podcast from episode 125 to talk about his continued passion for brewing beer and wine and how his passion applies to the type of clients he works for! He also talks about recently getting into cooking at home and how it is important to have something outside of work especially during the pandemic!
321: Heather Smith is an Accountant & World Traveler [podcast]
October 07, 2020 09:30 - 22 minutes - 52 MBHeather Smith talks about her passion for traveling around the world and how it helps her with developing relationships and standing out among the competition!
320: Ryan Bartholomee is a CFO & Lego Builder [podcast]
October 02, 2020 09:30 - 18 minutes - 43.3 MBRyan Bartholomee returns to the podcast from episode 163 to talk about his continued passion for building Lego figures with his family, live tweeting, and some of the shows that have recently featured his tweets! He also talks about how his Lego figures are conversation starters in the office and what Shenandoah does to encourage an open culture at work!
319: Eric Pierre is an Accountant & Basketball Player [podcast]
September 30, 2020 09:30 - 28 minutes - 64.6 MBEric Pierre talks about his passion for basketball, his brief career playing with the semi-pros, how he applies his skills from basketball in the office, and why its good to have a passion outside of the office!
318: Clayton Oates is an Accounting Technologist & Gardener [podcast]
September 25, 2020 09:30 - 27 minutes - 62.6 MBClayton Oates returns to the podcast to talk about how he is satisfying his travel bug through the pandemic, his gardening, helping small businesses, and taking time for yourself!
317: Scott Orn is a COO & Volunteer [podcast]
September 23, 2020 09:30 - 26 minutes - 61.5 MBScott Orn talks about his passion for running and moderating his non-profit “Ben’s Friends”, which was started for a friend who had a rare brain aneurysm and serves the need of expanding a network of other affected by it! Scott also talks about how he got this group started, what it provides, and how it has affected his life in the office!
316: Tom Wheeland is an Accountant & Griller [podcast]
September 18, 2020 09:30 - 19 minutes - 45.8 MBTom Wheeland returns to the podcast from episode 138 to talk about his new passion for cooking and grilling! He also talks about how important it is for a leader to be open and vulnerable to make an impact within your organization!
315: Georgia Green is a CEO & Adventurer [podcast]
September 16, 2020 09:30 - 29 minutes - 68.1 MBGeorgia Green, CEO of BEUrevolution, talks about some of her adventures and how she balanced between her travels and being the CEO of a company. She also talks about why she felt this was the best hobby for her and why the individual sets the tone in a company!
314: Chris Hooper is an Accountant & Outdoorsman & Volunteer Firefighter [podcast]
September 11, 2020 09:30 - 19 minutes - 44.8 MBChris Hooper returns to the podcast from episode 68 to talk about his semi-retirement from accounting and how he has been spending his time from continuing weightlifting to becoming a volunteer firefighter!
313: Shehan Chandrasekera is an Accountant & Rock Climber [podcast]
September 09, 2020 09:30 - 19 minutes - 45.5 MBShehan Chandrasekera talks about how a co-worker introduced him to bouldering, how it helps him take his mind off work, the skills it provides him in the office, and much more!
312: Chris Brown is an Accountant & Worship Leader [podcast]
September 04, 2020 09:30 - 18 minutes - 43.5 MBChris Brown returns to the podcast from episode 105 to talk about his growth within his leadership academy, playing guitar for his worship band, and how workplace culture is influenced by his experience in the leadership academy!
311: Scott Dell is an Accountant & Motorcyclist [podcast]
September 02, 2020 09:30 - 24 minutes - 56.2 MBDr. Scott Dell talks about his passion for motorcycles and how it has provided a platform for networking either through motorcycle groups or in the office!
310: Warwick Jackson is an Accountant & an Aussie Rules Football [podcast]
August 28, 2020 09:30 - 18 minutes - 42.8 MBWarwick returns to the podcast from episode 79 to update us on his Aussie football career! He talks about building connections with teammates and fans of football, making it to the grand finals, and his new hobby, playing the guitar!
309: Kesha JonTae' is an Accountant and Style Influencer [podcast]
August 26, 2020 09:30 - 28 minutes - 65.5 MBKesha JonTae' talks about her passion for fashion, getting comfortable with her own style, and how confidence is a large part of her hobby and career!
308: Caleb Newquist is a Content Creator & Blog Writer [podcast]
August 21, 2020 09:30 - 19 minutes - 45.4 MBCaleb Newquist returns from episode 15 to talk about his move to being a full-time blog writer, how he deals with receiving feedback on his writing, and one fun way to help with sharing your hobbies in the office!
307: Michael Ly is a CEO & Relationship Builder [podcast]
August 19, 2020 09:30 - 25 minutes - 58.5 MBMichael Ly talks about his passion for developing personal and professional relationships with people and how it benefits his career as the CEO of Reconciled! He also talks about the work environment he strives for at his company and how his background helped fuel his passion for developing relationships!
306: Meri Amber is an Awesome Human & Musical Comedian [podcast]
August 14, 2020 10:09 - 17 minutes - 39.8 MBMeri Amber returns to talk about her move to being a musical comedian full-time, some of the awesome comic conventions she has performed at, and how she has continued to perform through the pandemic! She also talks about how you should never ignore a hobby or passion you may have!
305: Peter Montoya is a Consultant & CrossFitter [podcast]
August 12, 2020 09:30 - 29 minutes - 66.9 MBPeter Montoya, consultant, keynote speaker, and author, talks about how his passion for CrossFit provides balance in his life, helps him establish connections and relationships, and how it helped further him in his career!
304: Trent McLaren is a Strategic Partnerships Manager & Latte Connoisseur [podcast]
August 07, 2020 09:30 - 15 minutes - 35.1 MBTrent returns to the podcast from episode #90 to talk about how he has been dealing with not being able to travel recently, why Australian coffee is the best in the world, and how his passion for lattes and coffee help establish relationships in the office!
303: Brittany Elliser is an Accountant & Blogger & Organ Donor [podcast]
August 05, 2020 09:30 - 23 minutes - 53.1 MBBrittany Elliser talks about her passion for romance novels and how she started a blog to not only express her passion but to better herself in the workplace! She also talks about her experience with her son’s liver transplant and becoming an organ donor advocate!
302: Jonathan Ankney is a CFO & Cyclist [podcast]
July 31, 2020 09:30 - 17 minutes - 39.9 MBJonathan Ankney returns to the podcast from episode #95 to talk about how he is regaining his annual cycling mileage after taking some time off to deal with health issues. He also talks about how the pandemic is shifting the dynamic in humanizing the workplace!
301: Jeannie Ruesch is a Marketing Director & Author [podcast]
July 29, 2020 09:30 - 29 minutes - 67.9 MBJeannie Ruesch talks about her early discovery of her passion for writing stories and how it goes together with her career as a marketing director! She also talks about the importance of being authentic and vulnerable both in the office and as an author!
300: Tony Nitti is an Accountant & Skier & Lifeguard Coach [podcast]
July 24, 2020 09:30 - 25 minutes - 58 MBTony Nitti returns from episode #100 to talk about his shift in hobbies from professional mountain bike racing to lifeguard coaching, how the pandemic has affected the industry, and why its so important to have interests outside of work, especially when working remotely!
299: Michelle Weinstein is a Sales Strategist & Fitness Guru [podcast]
July 22, 2020 09:30 - 25 minutes - 57.8 MBMichelle Weinstein, The Pitch Queen and host of the Abundant Accountant podcast, talks about her passion for fitness and how it improves her life both personally and professionally. She also talks about finding control in your life and how your passion is a big part of that!