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Episode 35

Entrepreneurial Thinking in Accounting: Nathan Hirsch

Published on: 2nd October, 2023

Join host Rob Brown on this captivating episode of the Accounting Influencers Podcast as he dives deep into the entrepreneurial mindset with special guest Nathan Hirsch. Nathan, a lifelong entrepreneur, is renowned for his unique focus on the often overlooked but vital aspects of entrepreneurship: bookkeeping and hiring. As the mastermind behind EcomBalance/AccountsBalance and Outsource School, Nathan has a wealth of wisdom to share about his journey and insights.

Nathan's entrepreneurial journey began with co-founding FreeUp.net in 2015, starting with a modest $5,000 investment. Listen as he recounts how he transformed this venture into a remarkable success story, scaling it to an impressive $12 million in yearly revenue before it was acquired in 2019. As a true testament to his expertise, Nathan continues to lead EcomBalance/AccountsBalance, a monthly online bookkeeping service tailored for eCommerce and digital businesses, and Outsource School, a membership platform dedicated to teaching business owners the art of effective online hiring.

With over 700 podcast appearances under his belt, Nathan brings his wealth of experience and knowledge to this episode. Delve into discussions about entrepreneurship, his worst moments, and pivotal lessons learned along the way. Explore the fascinating dynamics of selling a business, the due diligence process, and the factors that led Nathan to make such a monumental decision.

Discover Nathan's valuable insights into team management, remote Virtual Assistants (VAs), and tips for comprehending your business financials better. Gain exclusive insights into the inception and growth of FreeUp, the keys to its remarkable success, and the nuances of selling a business. Nathan's expertise also extends to his insights on the importance of delegation, hiring strategies, and common hiring pitfalls that entrepreneurs should be aware of.

Nathan shares his motivation behind starting Outsource School and EcomBalance, providing valuable insights into hiring distinctions, preferred hiring sources, and the significance of financial knowledge for business owners. As Nathan emphasizes the importance of financials in both operating and selling a business, he also shares his vision for the future of EcomBalance.

Don't miss this enlightening episode as Nathan Hirsch and Rob Brown uncover the entrepreneurial mindset, valuable lessons, and strategies that shape the landscape of successful businesses. Tune in for an engaging conversation that offers actionable takeaways for both aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs alike.

Follow Nathan Hirsch on LinkedIn for more insights and updates on his entrepreneurial journey.

Nathan Hirsch, a lifelong entrepreneur, focuses on vital yet often overlooked aspects of business like bookkeeping and hiring. He owns EcomBalance/AccountsBalance and Outsource School. Known for co-founding FreeUp.net with a $5,000 investment, scaling it to $12M in yearly revenue, and selling in 2019, Nathan now leads EcomBalance/AccountsBalance and Outsource School. He's a featured guest on 700+ podcasts and can be found on LinkedIn.Links and Other Info

Personal Social Media:

● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathan.hirsch/

● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realnatehirsch/

● Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanhirsch/

Business Social Media Links:

EcomBalance

● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ecombalance/

● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecombalance1/?hl=en

● Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecombalance/

Accounts Balance

● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/accountsbalance1

● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecombalance1/?hl=en

● Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/accountsbalance

Outsource School

● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/outsourceschool1

● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outsourceschool/

● Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/outsourceschool/

Company Links:

● https://www.outsourceschool.com

● https://www.ecombalance.com

● https://accountsbalance.com

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Accounting Voices Podcast
Accounting Voices helps people in the accounting world stay relevant visible and vocal. Host Rob Brown interprets trends reshaping the profession and gives listeners insight to build authority influence and a stronger voice in firms and markets.
Accounting Voices, hosted by Rob Brown, helps decision makers and leaders in accounting and finance stay relevant, visible and vocal in a profession being reshaped by technology, private equity, regulation and shifting client expectations. Each episode interprets the trends disrupting accounting and finance such as AI, automation, M&A, talent and the move to advisory and translates them into practical insight that strengthens authority and influence.
Accounting Voices is also a platform for the wider ecosystem of networks, associations, educators, consultants, software vendors and technology experts who serve accountants and finance professionals worldwide. It extends into regular Accounting Voices networking sessions that connect this audience and amplify ideas that move the profession forward. With its international reach and long shelf life the show delivers credibility and commercial value for listeners and sponsors alike. Search for "Accounting Voices" on YouTube for all episodes and connect with Rob Brown on LinkedIn to find out more: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therobbrown

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Rob Brown

ob Brown is the creator and host of the Accounting Voices Network, a media platform that includes the flagship solo podcast Accounting Voices and the panel shows Accounting M&A and Accounting Tech. He chairs conferences, panels and virtual events worldwide and is recognised as a leading advocate for the accounting profession.

He is an accomplished speaker and authority on trust, reputation, employer brand, talent, succession, executive presence and the forces shaping the future of accounting. Rob is the author of the bestselling book Build Your Reputation (Wiley) and his TEDx talk The Personal Brand of You has been viewed more than 400,000 times.

A former co-founder of the Accounting Influencers Roundtable, Rob now focuses on amplifying the voices of leaders, firms, networks, vendors and influencers across the global accounting ecosystem.

Outside of work he is a stroke survivor, lives with epilepsy, holds a black belt in kickboxing and is based in Nottingham, UK. He plays chess and backgammon, loves orange chocolate and is allergic to grapefruit.