Hector and Alicia discuss the positive aspects of working with Intuit and QuickBooks, highlighting the company's strong culture, training programs, and user-friendly software. They analyze Intuit's business decisions like acquisitions and the transition to a cloud-based platform, acknowledging challenges but ultimately supporting the vision. The hosts emphasize Intuit's engagement with user feedback, third-party app ecosystem, and efforts to foster community through events like QuickBooks Connect. Despite criticisms, they argue Intuit exhibits financial responsibility that will ensure QuickBooks' longevity, benefiting accountants who embrace change.SponsorsClientHub- https://uqb.promo/clienthubRelay - https://uqb.promo/relayHarbor Compliance - https://uqb.promo/harbor(00:00) - Welcome to The Unofficial QuickBooks Accountants Podcast

(04:29) - The Positive Impact of Intuit's People and Culture

(05:43) - Reflecting on Intuit's Training and ProAdvisor Program

(10:04) - The Power of Feedback and Community Engagement at Intuit

(24:53) - A Closer Look at Intuit's Handling of Mailchimp and TSheets

(28:42) - Exploring QuickBooks Time and Its Integration Challenges

(29:31) - The Power of QuickBooks Time and Its Slow Rollout

(34:28) - Accountant-Approved Apps and the Need for Verification

(43:22) - QuickBooks Online: A User-Friendly Platform for Small Businesses

(49:16) - The Future of QuickBooks: Cloud-Based Platforms and Financial Decisions

(54:16) - Embracing Change and Upcoming Events
Send your Questions/Comments (we could read/answer them on air) [email protected]/Apps Mentioned in this episode:Alicia's article on QuickBooks Expert Assisted Bookkeeping - https://royalwise.com/alicias-thoughts-about-qb-expert-assisted-bookkeeping/Hector's App - RightTool www.righttool.appAlicia's Training - RoyalWise http://royl.ws/uqapodcastAlicia’s QBO Products, Services, and Inventory Course - http://royl.ws/qbo-InventoryQuickBooks Connect Conference www.quickbooksconnect.com