Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst and guest John Yeldham explore a surprisingly relatable conversation about the most-used Excel shortcuts in financial modeling.
No complicated formula. No hidden VBA trick. Just copy and paste.
Because the real magic in modeling often comes from speed, repetition, and workflow efficiency.
Experienced modelers know this truth: Tiny habits create massive productivity gains.
The shortcuts you use every day shape how fast you think, build, and solve problems.
Nothing carried Excel users harder than Ctrl + S before autosave arrived.
Every modeler remembers the fear of losing hours of work with one crash.
🎧 Listen to the full episode on @thefpandaguy
#excel #financialmodeling #finance #fpanda #corporatefinance #exceltips #spreadsheet #financialanalysis #productivity #exceltips #financecommunity #modeling #workflow
In this episode of Financial Modeler’s Corner, host Paul Barnhurst and guest John Yeldham explore a surprisingly relatable conversation about the most-used Excel shortcuts in financial modeling.
No complicated formula. No hidden VBA trick. Just copy and paste.
Because the real magic in modeling often comes from speed, repetition, and workflow efficiency.
Experienced modelers know this truth: Tiny habits create massive productivity gains.
The shortcuts you use every day shape how fast you think, build, and solve problems.
Nothing carried Excel users harder than Ctrl + S before autosave arrived.
Every modeler remembers the fear of losing hours of work with one crash.
🎧 Listen to the full episode on @thefpandaguy
#excel #financialmodeling #finance #fpanda #corporatefinance #exceltips #spreadsheet #financialanalysis #productivity #exceltips #financecommunity #modeling #workflow

![AI in Financial Modeling for Analysts to Improve Accuracy and Speed with David Ingraham
In this episode of Future Finance, Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper are joined by David Ingraham to discuss how AI is transforming the world of finance, particularly in Excel, and why its essential to treat AI as a partner rather than a tool to simply execute commands. David, the CEO and founder of HyperPerfect, shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities in the AI-finance intersection, including the importance of context and understanding AI’s limitations.
David Ingraham is the CEO and founder of HyperPerfect, a financial reporting and accounting platform that integrates powerful AI directly into Excel. With nearly 20 years of experience in private equity, David has worked on deals totaling over $1.5 billion. He is also passionate about educational initiatives, serving as board president of Aim High, a Bay Area nonprofit that provides free summer education to nearly 2,000 students annually.
In this episode, you will discover:
Why finance professionals are slow to adopt AI despite its potential
How AI should be treated as a teammate, not a replacement
Why context is everything in AI models, especially in Excel
The limitations of AI in finance and how to work around them
David emphasizes that AI isn’t a shortcut; it’s most effective when used incrementally, with human oversight to ensure accurate results. He also discusses how AI can significantly increase productivity, with an efficiency gain of 15 to 20 times if used properly.
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Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.
In Today’s Episode:
[00:00] – Trailer
[02:35] – David Ingraham Background
[04:02] – AI in Finance & Accounting for Dummies
[05:57] – AI as a Teammate, Not a Threat
[07:09] – AI as a Thought Partner
[10:01] – Why Finance Teams Struggle with AI
[11:51] – Evolution of FP&A
[14:30] – RevOps & Finance Alignment
[16:41] – AI Use Cases in Finance
[19:20] – Agentic AI & Future Direction
[22:31] – Process, Data & AI Limitations
[28:52] – AI Questions & Closing AI in Financial Modeling for Analysts to Improve Accuracy and Speed with David Ingraham](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SNzSeMjJWnc/mqdefault.jpg)








![AI vs. Financial Modeling World Champion: Who Wins, and What Can We Learn from It
In this episode of The ModSquad, Paul Barnhurst, Giles Male, and Ian Schnoor are joined by Excel and Financial Modeling World Champions Michael Jarman and Diarmuid Early to discuss a unique “man versus machine” financial modeling challenge.
The group breaks down their experience testing AI against expert modelers using real financial modeling and Excel competition cases. They explore where AI performs well, where human judgment still matters, and what the future of financial modeling may look like as AI tools continue to improve.
Expect to Learn
How AI compares against expert financial modelers in real-world challenges
Where AI adds value and where human judgment remains essential
Why reviewing and validating AI-generated models is becoming more important
How AI tools are changing the future role of financial modelers
Why strong modeling fundamentals still matter in an AI-driven world
Here are a few quotes from the episode:
“AI can build something quick, but if you want it to be right, often the majority of the time is in checking it.” - Michael Jarman
“The most interesting question is how do you get from something that works to something you actually feel confident in.” - Diarmuid Early
AI is changing the way financial models are built, reviewed, and improved. While AI can increase speed and efficiency, the best results still come from professionals who understand modeling principles, question outputs, and apply human judgement. The future belongs to modelers who can combine technology with expertise.
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In today’s episode:
[00:00] – Trailer
[03:59] – Setting Up the Competition
[09:50] – AI Competition Commentary
[13:02] – Shortcut vs Human Results
[16:17] – AI Review Agents
[20:11] – Trusting AI Models
[29:41] – Future of AI Agents
[33:13] – Human Oversight in AI
[41:27] – Real-World Modeling Challenges
[45:54] – Beyond AI Prompting
[47:50] – Future of Financial Modeling
[53:20] – Closing Thoughts AI vs. Financial Modeling World Champion: Who Wins, and What Can We Learn from It](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UJoxcdoc7d4/mqdefault.jpg)