Meet Mark Corum! The entrepreneur who became a bookkeeper then became an app developer. In this episode of Protea Conversations, Zane Stevens interviews Mark Corum, a visionary who seamlessly blended the world of bookkeeping and technology to create solutions that transform the accounting industry. Mark shares his journey from bookkeeper to tech innovation, entrepreneurial mindset, and experience starting an outsourced accounting company. He also discusses his transition into programming and the similarities between accounting and programming. Mark talks about collaborating with Hector Garcia and his favorite features of Right Tool. The conversation provides insights into Mark's career and the future of accounting. In this conversation, Mark Corum discusses his ideal work environment, the challenges he faced in his career, the importance of personal connections, and his love for board games. He emphasizes the value of flexibility and an output-based work culture. Mark also shares his short-term goals and offers advice for career success. Takeaways - Mark's journey from bookkeeper to tech innovation - The importance of having an entrepreneurial mindset - The similarities between accounting and programming - The impact of collaboration and creating user-centric software Creating an ideal work environment involves finding a balance between personal satisfaction and professional growth. - Challenges and setbacks can lead to unexpected opportunities and career changes. - Maintaining personal connections and scheduling time for loved ones is essential for happiness and fulfillment. - Flexibility and output-based work cultures can lead to increased productivity and employee satisfaction. - Short-term goals should align with personal interests and provide opportunities for growth and learning. - Persistence and effort are key to achieving success in any career. - Engaging in hobbies and personal interests outside of work can contribute to overall happiness and well-being. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Proteo Conversations 00:56 Mark's Journey from Bookkeeper to Tech Innovation 03:26 Mark's Entrepreneurial Mindset 06:30 The Pooper Scooper Business 18:11 Starting an Outsourced Accounting Company 19:23 Getting into Programming 34:59 Collaborating with Hector Garcia 39:09 Favorite Features of Right Tool 40:41 Day-to-Day Life as a Bookkeeping Programmer 40:50 Ideal Work Environment 43:03 Challenges and Decision to Go into Programming 46:31 Flexibility and Output-Based Work 48:30 Short-Term Goals 49:35 Advice for Career Success 52:29 Importance of Personal Connections 53:45 Board Games and Personal Life 55:15 Rapid Fire Questions 58:18 Closing Remarks Connect with Mark: Website - https://righttool.app/ LinkedIn personal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markcorum/ Facebook business - https://www.facebook.com/groups/righttoolpro Follow Zane: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zane-stevens/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/zane_stevens_ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/zane_stevens_/

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