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K2's Everything Google – How to Use Tools, Services, and More


Total Credits: 2 including 2 Information Technology - Technical

Average Rating:
   30
Categories:
ACPEN Industry Institute |  Industry
Speaker:
Steven M. Yoss, Jr., CPA
Course Levels:
Intermediate
Duration:
2 Hours
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Description

 

Most users are familiar with Google’s search service and Gmail but are unaware of the other services available. Additionally, most users just scratch the surface of the functionality of the Google tools and services they do use. In this session, you will learn about Google’s most useful features, apps, and services, all of which accounting and financial professionals could use better. Further, you will learn how to find better web results, gain an understanding of G Suite and how you can use it as your organization’s back office, and time-saving tips on how to use Google offerings more effectively and efficiently.

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • List the business-focused services and functionalities of G Suite by Google and value they can deliver to an organization
  • Use Google Search operators to find better results using Google search or inside G Suite to find the exact email, calendar appointment, or message in their account
  • Create documents, spreadsheets, presentations and more using the G Suite desktop productivity functionalities
  • List the various Google mobile Apps and identify how a busy professional would use them on the go
  • Demonstrate how to back up, share and sync files to the Cloud, other users and computers using Google Drive
  • Implement Google’s marketing and website tools to improve their organization’s web presence and search appearance
  • Utilize the various hidden functionalities of Google which are not widely known, but can greatly improve user’s productivity

Major Subjects
  • Google Search
  • G Suite for desktop productivity
  • Backup and file synchronization options
  • Google’s Cloud-based solutions

Course Materials

Speaker

Steven M. Yoss, Jr., CPA's Profile

Steven M. Yoss, Jr., CPA Related Seminars and Products

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K2 Enterprises


Stephen M. Yoss, Jr., CPA, MS, is a certified public accountant, the senior technology strategist and partner of Devmatics, a continuing education instructor for financial professionals, and a licensed pyrotechnician. While his interests and skills are varied, they all share a common thread—his love for and skill in finding technology-based solutions.

At age 10, Stephen began working with technology; he started his first IT company at just 13, which focused on designing web applications for local businesses. At 15, he began writing original computer code and has been designing and implementing technological solutions continuously since then.

Stephen is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University, with degrees in Accountancy and International Business. While at Loyola, he served the campus as student body president and as the student representative to the Board of Trustees. He has a Master’s of Science degree in Information Systems and Technology from Claremont Graduate University with a concentration in Geographic Information Systems.

In 2017, Stephen formed Devmatics, a company focused on helping organizations develop technology strategies to streamline their business operations. He specializes in taking on high-difficulty, mission-critical organizational issues that require technological expertise and an ability to find solutions to problems that no one else can answer. With all of his clients, he emphasizes the need to embrace technology at every opportunity and utilize the latest technological trends and breakthroughs in order to gain a competitive advantage while increasing efficiency and productivity.

Prior to starting Devmatics, Stephen worked as an accountant in his family’s practice, Yoss & Allen. At Yoss & Allen, he completely redesigned the firm’s technology practices and instituted a technological infrastructure to streamline the firm’s practices and allow them strategic flexibility. Many of the technologies, strategies, and concepts that Stephen uses himself (and consults companies on how to use) were designed, perfected, and implemented to help his family’s business and their clients. In addition to his time with Yoss & Allen, Stephen worked in New Zealand as a management accountant.

Since 2009, Stephen has also been teaching continuing professional education, providing written, webcast, in-house, and live instruction. He has presented to thousands of practitioners worldwide on topics such as cloud computing, mobile technology, Excel tips and best practices, data modeling and analysis, big data, information security, identity theft prevention, and more.

Stephen is also a professionally licensed pyrotechnician and works on major fireworks displays throughout the nation for Pyro Spectaculars, North America’s largest full-service fireworks display production company. He’s proud to have helped produce incredible displays, including the Macy’s July 4th Spectacular in New York City, the 75th Anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, KGB Skyshow in San Diego, and many more.

Whether it’s teaching in the classroom, consulting clients in a boardroom, or shooting a fireworks display, Stephen brings passion, hard work, value—and above all else—technological expertise to each of his clients. With an open, honest approach, he creates a unique strategy for each client specifically designed to benefit their needs and streamline their operations in order to create efficiency and maximize their financial potential.

Stephen calls Big Bear Lake, CA, home; when he’s not at the desk, in a boardroom, at the podium, or producing a fireworks display, he spends as much time as he can pursuing his other passions. He is an avid music lover and attends multiple festivals each year. At the Burning Man, Stephen helps setup and produce pyrotechnic displays for the city. In Big Bear Lake, he regularly volunteers his time to perform various community services. He’s also an avid outdoorsman and regularly carves out time to scuba dive, camp, hike, and photograph both close to home with family and friends and on his many travels.


Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Original Recording Date 11/14/19
Date Added to Catalog 01/24/2020
Prerequisites Fundamental knowledge of computer operations
Advanced Preparation None
Designed For Business professionals who desire to learn more about tools and services available from Google
Course Developer K2 Enterprises
Yellow Book No

Additional Information

Instructional Delivery Method Group Internet Based
Complaint Resolution Policy Please contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org
Refund/Cancellation Policy Please contact the ACPEN help desk 1-877-602-9877 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
Course Registration Requirements Online Registration

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Total Reviews: 30

Comments

Sue V

"All the speakers from K2 are really great, love their courses. Appreciate that FICPA contracts with them."

Roberta S

"Great course"

Diane D - Corpus Christi, Texas

"This was a good course."

Howard H - AUSTIN, Texas

"Stephen's presentation & voice inflections are very engaging. His presentation is like I'm talking with my IT expert."

Sandra M

"Great!"