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Marketing Agency Power HourActivating Networks For Impact - Rich Maiore - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #016Creating meaningful content and embracing social impact can set your agency apart in a crowded market. In this episode of the Marketing Agency Power Hour, host Cal Wilder sits down with Rich Maiore, CEO & Founder of Rocket Social Impact, a purpose-driven agency that helps companies elevate their philanthropic and employee engagement strategies.Rich shares his transition from big-agency life to founding a nimble, cost-effective firm that works with both Fortune 100 companies and emerging brands. He highlights how content marketing is central to building lasting client relationships and how a focus on social impact can boost brand...2025-08-0745 min
Marketing Agency Power HourThe Promotional Muscle Behind Research - Tom Shapiro - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #015Clarity in your agency’s target market is the foundation for scalable growth and long-term success. In this episode of the Marketing Agency Power Hour, host Cal Wilder sits down with Tom Shapiro, CEO of Stratabeat Inc., a specialized B2B agency focused on marketing for technology and SaaS companies.Tom shares his journey in refining Stratabeat’s market focus, highlighting how a tightly defined ideal customer profile enhances growth, efficiency, and service quality. He details the agency’s strategic pivot to B2B tech and SaaS, and how original research has become a cornerstone of their market...2025-07-3151 min
Marketing Agency Power HourSuccessful Agencies Narrow Their Niche - Elizabeth Chabe - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #014Narrowing your agency’s niche can unlock significant impact and reliable lead generation. In this episode of the Marketing Agency Power Hour, host Cal Wilder sits down with Elizabeth Chabe, CEO of High Touch Group, a specialized agency focused on marketing advanced science, engineering, and technology.Elizabeth shares her journey in defining and honing her agency’s niche, emphasizing how a clear market focus improves pricing, staffing, marketing, sales, and client quality. She discusses her firm’s approach to hiring industry experts, measuring success through client impact, and managing financial efficiency. Beyond business, Elizabeth’s passion for dog...2025-07-241h 02
Marketing Agency Power HourRelationships Are King In Marketing - Erin Regan - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #013Blending brand building with performance marketing can be a powerful formula for agency growth. In this episode, the host sits down with Erin Regan, Managing Partner & Co-Owner of Full Contact Advertising and a seasoned leader in the marketing agency space.Erin shares how her team works with major clients like Cumberland Farms, Honda, and Body Armor by integrating ‘branded performance’- combining long-term brand equity with short-term sales urgency. She dives into the strategic frameworks that guide their work, from deep client collaboration to ongoing optimization that drives real business outcomes. Erin also contrasts the operational real...2025-07-1738 min
Weekly Spooky: Scary Stories & Urban LegendsEp.339 – Deadly Second Chances Part 3 – Love, Lies, and Organ TheftFrom womanizer to walking organ donor… Calvin Mirren’s downfall was legendary in Strickfield.Now, thanks to Hellweaver’s Second Chance Compact, he’s back in time — before the night three women drugged him and sold his kidneys on the black market.But changing your fate isn’t easy when your enemies are also your lovers.In this sexy, blood-soaked chapter, Calvin tries to seduce, outsmart, and maybe even love the very women who once destroyed him. But when past sins return with knives in hand, will a reformed heart be enough to survive?O...2025-07-1654 min
Wilder Wolves PodcastJoan Beringer Flashed Insane Potential! Timberwolves vs Pelicans SL Reaction|Wolves Fandom FridayIn the second episode of Wolves Fandom Friday, Wilder was joined by Calvin Roche and Tim Garrison the morning after the Timberwolves-Pelicans Summer League game and discussed...📍 Timestamps:00:00 Hall of Fame Fan Moments06:17 Joan Beringer was Special13:00 Terrence Shannon Jr.'s Playmaking15:13 Can TSJ Start Next Year?!24:54 Rob Dillingham's struggles28:01 How Good was Leonard Miller?36:56 Rapid Fire Other Wolves-Pelicans Takeaways🎧 Listen & Subscribe:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wilderwolvespodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2r3Sk2ZADCie...2025-07-1142 min
Marketing Agency Power HourYour Agency Growth Depends On Who You Hire - Cam Brown - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #012Hiring self-starters and leveraging generative AI are key to scaling a modern agency. In this episode, the host sits down with Cam Brown, Founder and CEO of KingFish + Partners.Cam shares how building a team of self-motivated individuals and empowering them without micromanagement has been central to his firm’s success. He dives into how he evaluates talent rigorously, balances full-time and contract roles, and integrates emerging MarTech tools to future-proof the agency. From performance management and subject matter expertise to town governance and outdoor passions, Cam offers a transparent look at how he balances strategic growth wi...2025-07-1055 min
Marketing Agency Power HourA Marketer’s 6 Lessons of Life & Business - Joel Kaplan - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #011Six leadership lessons focused on listening, curiosity, and transparency guide effective team growth and change. In this episode, Cal sits down with Joel Kaplan, Principal & Founder at MK3 Creative, to explore innovative strategies, team leadership, and industry trends shaping the future of marketing.Joel shares how redefining his team’s approach to sales led to meaningful growth. He highlights the importance of relationship-building as a foundation for long-term success, along with using tools like the Culture Index to align team strengths. The conversation also touches on financial management, leading through uncertainty, and using AI to support, not re...2025-07-0347 min
Marketing Agency Power HourPivoting with Purpose Through Change - Jillian Weston - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #010Adapting quickly and leading with innovation are key to thriving in today’s ever-changing digital landscape. In this episode, the host sits down with Jillian Weston, digital marketing expert and Owner & Founder of Jillian's Circus.Jillian shares how her leadership style, grounded in trust and adaptability, has driven her success in building and managing a forward-thinking marketing agency. She dives into the importance of staying nimble—especially during unexpected events like COVID-19—and how her approach to pricing, talent management, and client education has evolved over time. Jillian also opens up about the operational tools that keep her bu...2025-06-2648 min
Marketing Agency Power HourTurning Passion Into Action - Kathryn Wilson - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #009Transforming passion into performance can set your agency apart, especially in complex, regulated industries. In this episode, the host sits down with Kathryn Wilson, Founder & CEO of VUE Health, an independent healthcare marketing agency.Kathryn shares how a strong sense of mission and passion for healthcare has shaped her agency’s culture and success. She discusses how VUE Health navigates the challenges of regulation, builds lasting client relationships, and uses action-driven KPIs to stay focused on results. Kathryn also reflects on the early days of launching her agency and the importance of staying intentional while scaling a hig...2025-06-1936 min
Marketing Agency Power HourEnjoying Your Work Is The Best Policy - Mitch Tobol - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #008When your team enjoys what they do, everything else starts to fall into place. In this episode, the host sits down with Mitch Tobol, Owner of CGT Marketing and a seasoned leader in the marketing and social media space.Mitch shares how aligning marketing strategy with broader business objectives can transform agency effectiveness. He emphasizes the power of understanding the full sales funnel, educating sales teams, and focusing on vertical markets to drive consistent results. Mitch also dives into client selection, the impact of emerging tech like AI, and how agency culture plays a crucial role...2025-06-1248 min
Marketing Agency Power HourGrow Fast By Giving Back! - Johanna Bates & Erin Fogel - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #007Building a values-first agency doesn’t happen by accident. In this episode, the host sits down with Johanna Bates and Erin Fogel, Co-Founders of DevCollaborative, a web development firm focused on the nonprofit sector.Johanna and Erin share how they built their agency from the ground up, guided by a commitment to accessibility, sustainability, and people-first practices. Instead of chasing rapid growth or flashy marketing tactics, they leaned into community engagement and long-term client relationships to scale their impact. They talk candidly about diversifying revenue, setting boundaries to protect team well-being, and staying true to their mi...2025-06-0553 min
Marketing Agency Power HourLeading with Questions and Conversation - Nick Francis - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #006Asking the right questions is often the first step toward building a successful agency. In this episode, Cal sits down with Nick Francis, Founder and Visionary Officer of The Franchise Group, an award-winning creative and strategic marketing agency.Nick shares how his team delivers high-impact events by focusing on early planning, intentional post-event follow-up, and a tailored approach that meets the needs of both large enterprises and smaller clients. See how his agency minimizes risk by leveraging a flexible freelancer network and why maintaining work-life balance is central to leading a resilient team. From navigating the challenges...2025-05-2941 min
Marketing Agency Power HourRedefining Success Beyond Profit - Natalie Nathanson - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #005Finding the right niche can be a game changer for your agency. In this episode, the host sits down with Natalie Nathanson, Founder & CEO of Magnetude Consulting and Host of the Shift and Thrive podcast.Natalie shares how focusing on ideal clients and verticals like cybersecurity and IT services has propelled her firm’s growth. She dives into the evolving role of AI in marketing and how her team integrates it thoughtfully to maintain authenticity and quality. From internal marketing and change management to financial reporting and evolving leadership, Natalie offers a transparent look at how sh...2025-05-2237 min
Marketing Agency Power HourNavigating Core Values and Communication - Evan Zall - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #004Core values aren't just internal slogans—they're strategic tools for building strong client relationships and lasting agency success. In this episode, Cal sits down with Evan Zall, Founder and President of Longview Strategies, a strategic communications firm with deep expertise in the industry.Evan shares how grounding his firm in values like leading the way and embracing lifelong learning has shaped Longview’s culture, client outcomes, and long-term growth. Learn how he navigates complex topics like sustainability and diversity with clarity, and why authenticity is key to standing out in today’s crowded media environment. From managi...2025-05-1540 min
Marketing Agency Power HourSoftware Can’t Run Your Business For You - Jared Novack - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #003Technology alone won’t run your agency. Success comes from connecting the right systems with the right people. In this episode, the host sits down with Jared Novack, Co-founder, CFO, and COO of Upstatement, Boston’s premier digital agency.Jared shares how he and his team transformed their agency by centralizing data, leading to smarter financial forecasting and tighter operational control. See why connecting data systems to the human side of a business is essential for sustainable growth and how creativity and structure can successfully coexist. From leading a high-performing creative team to navigating uncertainty and staying grou...2025-05-0830 min
Marketing Agency Power HourCulture Eats Strategy For Lunch! - Casey Cheshire - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #002Gain fresh perspectives on how to build a thriving digital marketing agency by leaning into authentic connections, strong leadership, and purpose-driven strategies. In this episode, Cal chats with Casey Cheshire, an innovative entrepreneur, seasoned marketing strategist, author, and Founder & Chief Evangelist of Ringmaster.Explore how Casey launched and scaled his previous company into a leading marketing automation consultancy, and how his latest venture, Ringmaster, empowers agencies to grow through podcasting, partnerships, and vibrant communities. He discusses why meaningful conversations should be at the heart of every marketing strategy. Casey also opens up about the realities of...2025-05-0143 min
Marketing Agency Power HourDon’t Let AI Replace Your Expertise - David Reske - Marketing Agency Power Hour - Episode #001Unlock powerful insights into what it really takes to grow a successful digital marketing agency in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world. In this episode, Cal sits down with David Reske, Founder and CEO of Nowspeed, a Boston-based agency that helps B2B tech firms thrive.Learn how David built his agency by focusing on one core mission—helping clients succeed—and how this mindset continues to drive growth and profitability. Discover how AI is transforming digital marketing, from boosting efficiency to slashing costs, and why staying ahead of the tech curve is no longer optional. David also opens...2025-04-2440 min
Marketing Agency Power HourMarketing Agency Power Hour Trailer!This is the Marketing Agency Power Hour! Join host, Cal Wilder, each week, as he powers through discussions on business challenges, success stories, and game-changing strategies. This show is sponsored by SmartBooks, provider of bookkeeping and accounting for marketing agencies.2025-04-1700 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#36 Tax To Dos After April 15thThink tax season is over? Think again. In this episode, Cal sits down with tax expert Greg to talk about what savvy business owners should be doing after April 15th. From maximizing deductions to planning for upcoming tax law changes, this conversation is packed with insights for those who want to stay ahead—not just compliant.Greg shares real-world strategies to avoid tax-time surprises, reduce penalties, and keep more of your hard-earned cash. Plus, he breaks down estimated taxes, business structure reviews, and how to fund retirement accounts strategically. He even clears up myths around the home of...2025-04-1520 min
Agency BlueprintSeason 15 | Ep 174 | Agency Investment – The Dos and Don'ts with Calvin WilderAre you making the right financial decisions to scale your business effectively? Financial decision-making for business owners can be complex but differentiating expenses from investments and focusing on risk assessment and ROI can make a difference. In this episode of The Agency Blueprint, I’m joined by Calvin Wilder to discuss the dos and don’ts of agency investments. Cal is the founder and CEO of SmartBooks, where their team empowers business owners to run financially healthy businesses through a mix of bookkeeping and accounting, financial reporting, and CFO advisory services. He started his career journey as an in...2025-03-0722 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#35 Beneficial Ownership Reporting Update and Tax Planning WinThe US Treasury Department announced a major change to beneficial filing requirements affecting most small business owners in the U.S. In this episode, Greg Reed, head of tax at SmartBooks, shares important updates. He also shares a tax planning success story about how he saved a client $29,000 in tax.We also discuss important informational filings that still must be made by many U.S. businesses that do business internationally that have major penalties if not done.Reach Greg Reed at greed@smartbookstax.com or book a meeting with him at smartbookstax.com.2025-03-0309 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#34 Benefits of Proactive Tax Planning vs. Reactive Tax FilingI’m excited to announced that SmartBooks Head of Tax Greg Reed is now officially a Certified Tax Coach. Tax planning and minimization has been a core part of our tax practice. With advanced study with the American Institute of Certified Tax Planners, Greg will be able to do even more to help business owners pay less tax.More specifically, this episode includes:Accountants, CPAs, and other roles to fill in your accounting teamBenefits of working with a Certified Tax Coach The right time to do tax planningTax tactics vs. a comprehensive tax strategyGreg saves a Sma...2025-02-1119 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#33 The Founder as Chief SalespersonA challenge all businesses face is setting up the sales function for success. In this episode, Christopher Filipiak explores why it is critical for the Founder to master the sales process regardless of whether the plan is to hire salespeople or for the founder to continue to be the primary salesperson.More specifically, this episode includes:The core of the sales process is creating and having conversationsChallenges of delegating sales when the founder has not mastered itThe sales mindset founders need to embraceAre salespeople born or made?Pitfalls of founders as salespeopleFounder sales mastery is...2025-01-2836 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#32 - Beneficial Ownership Filing Requirement Update and Preparing for Year End Tax FilingsWithin the past week, the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) filing requirement was both reinstated and then suspended again, pending further legal review. Greg Reed provides an update on the current status of the BOI fiing requirement and his filing recommendations.Greg also provides advice on gathering documentation to make your annual income tax filings as efficient as possible and explains that while you can extend the deadline to file your tax returns, you still need to pay tax by the initial deadline to avoid penalties and interest.Reach Greg Reed at smartbookstax.com or greed...2025-01-0214 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#31 - Lean Marketing for More Customers at Lower CostWould you like to learn how to get more customers at a lower cost of customer acquisition than your current marketing is producing? In this episode Sarah Noel Block presents her approach to lean marketing that can be done in just 4 hours per week.More specifically, this episode includes:01:48 What is “Lean Marketing”02:19 Narrowing your focus to attract more, better-qualified leads05:56 Clearly defining your Signature Offer 07:00 Selecting One Marketing Channel to be efficient08:25 Utilizing a Gateway Offer to start new customer relationships11:10 Core Content to nurture prospective customers14:29 How Sarah uses AI to create all her conte...2024-12-1727 min
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Title: Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region
Author: Everett Wilder
Narrator: Calvin Sweers
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins
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Genres: North America
Publisher's Summary:
Discover the breathtaking national parks of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii like never before. Pacific Wonders blends vivid stories, fascinating history, and practical travel advice to create the ultimate companion for your next adventure. From towering redwoods to volcanic peaks, this guide reveals both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Learn the rich history...2024-12-124h 34Immerse Yourself In The Eye-Opening Full Audiobook Experience!Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region by Everett WilderPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/25789to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region
Author: Everett Wilder
Narrator: Calvin Sweers
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins
Release date: 12-12-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 44 ratings
Genres: Americas
Publisher's Summary:
Discover the breathtaking national parks of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii like never before. Pacific Wonders blends vivid stories, fascinating history, and practical travel advice to create the ultimate companion for your next adventure. From towering redwoods to volcanic peaks, this guide reveals both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Learn the rich history behind...2024-12-124h 34Embrace The Full Audiobook That Keeps Book-Lovers Hooked.Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region by Everett WilderPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/62072to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region
Author: Everett Wilder
Narrator: Calvin Sweers
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins
Release date: 12-12-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 44 ratings
Genres: Outdoors & Nature
Publisher's Summary:
Discover the breathtaking national parks of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii like never before. Pacific Wonders blends vivid stories, fascinating history, and practical travel advice to create the ultimate companion for your next adventure. From towering redwoods to volcanic peaks, this guide reveals both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Learn the rich history...2024-12-124h 34Grab The Most Thrilling Full Audiobook Today!Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region by Everett WilderPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/72436to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region
Author: Everett Wilder
Narrator: Calvin Sweers
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins
Release date: 12-12-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 44 ratings
Genres: North America
Publisher's Summary:
Discover the breathtaking national parks of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii like never before. Pacific Wonders blends vivid stories, fascinating history, and practical travel advice to create the ultimate companion for your next adventure. From towering redwoods to volcanic peaks, this guide reveals both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Learn the rich history...2024-12-124h 34Step Inside This Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region by Everett WilderPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/72436to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Exploring The Pacific Wonders: National Parks of the Pacific Region
Author: Everett Wilder
Narrator: Calvin Sweers
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins
Release date: 12-12-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 44 ratings
Genres: North America
Publisher's Summary:
Discover the breathtaking national parks of California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii like never before. Pacific Wonders blends vivid stories, fascinating history, and practical travel advice to create the ultimate companion for your next adventure. From towering redwoods to volcanic peaks, this guide reveals both iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Learn the rich history...2024-12-124h 34
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#30 - Overcoming Visionary Founder Blind SpotsFounders of businesses are unique kinds of people. Some are visionary by nature and struggle to scale businesses despite great personal talent. In this episode Becky Venuti of BV Coaching shares her experience and insight into how these visionary founders can effectively scale their businesses. More specifically, this episode includes:Different kinds of foundersWhat is a Visionary founderChange managementThe Integrator roleAvoiding excess complexityBuilding out your teamSystems and processes The importance of trainingEffective delegationStrategically deciding what to be good and be bad atBecky’s coaching businessReach Becky Venuti at beckyvenuti.com or becky@beckyvenuti.com2024-12-1037 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#29 - Suspension of Beneficial Ownership Filing RequirementsA federal court in Texas issued a preliminary injunction suspending the enforcement of the new beneficial ownership reporting requirement. While this ruling provides relief for small business owners, it is TBD whether the reporting requirement will be rescinded or reinstated. In this brief update episode Greg Reed, head of tax at SmartBooks, shares his thoughts and recommendations around this issue. Reach Greg Reed at smartbookstax.com or greed@smartbookstax.com.Send us a textThanks for listening! Host Cal Wilder can be reached at:cal@empoweringhealthybusiness.comhttps://www...2024-12-0905 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#28 - Post-Election Tax Update and Year-End Tax PlanningThe incoming administration of President-Elect Donald Trump will bring significant changes to the tax code. Given that he can’t run for re-election for a third term and may thus feel more free to act on his principles than if he had to secure votes for re-election, there is the potential for some very large changes. In this episode Greg Reed, head of tax at SmartBooks, shares his insights into potential changes to the tax code. We also discuss the opportunity for year-end tax planning as we enter December. More specifically, this episode includes:Extension of the...2024-12-0217 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#27 - When Hiring a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer is the Right Move for Your BusinessA challenge for many business owners is how to get the benefit of a good marketing function to fill their sales pipeline, and at a cost point they can afford. One option is to engage a fractional marketing leader. In this episode, Rebecca Schuette shares her insights into when hiring a fractional marketing leader could be the right move for your business and how to set up the engagement for success.More specifically, this episode includes:A DIY Approach Can Work Though is Usually DisjointedThe Stage and Size When Companies Hire Outside Marketing LeadershipDo You Have...2024-11-1935 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#26 - Husband and Wife as Business PartnersMany businesses are run by husband and wife teams. While that can be a powerful combination for the business, there are unique dynamics and challenges when spouses or other family members work together. In this episode, Robert and Kay Lee Fukui share their experience and insight into how spouses can most successfully work together as business partners.More specifically, this episode includes:Advantages of Family-Run BusinessesKay Lee and Robert’s BackgroundImportance of Financial Metrics in Running a BusinessAssessing and Determining Job Fit for Family Members Hiring Your ChildrenStructuring Accountability Discussions with Your SpouseManaging Boundaries Between Work and...2024-11-0450 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#25 - Digital Marketing Basics for Business OwnersPart of running a healthy business is being able to attract new customers. I am old enough to remember life before internet and phones became ubiquitous. These days internet-based marketing dominates in many industries, and the catch-all term for all kinds of online marketing is Digital Marketing. Joining this episode is Kevin Roy, founder and owner of Green Banana, who helps us understand today's digital marketing landscape and how to navigate all these options and opportunities.More specifically, this episode includes:The Importance of Defining Your Target AudienceWhen SEO and Adwords Are BestWhen Display Ads on...2024-10-1534 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#24 - Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements: New in 2024There is a new federal filing requirement for 2024 that new and existing businesses must comply with, or else face hefty fines. Businesses are required to report the identities of their Beneficial Owners. This filing is typically made by tax CPAs or attorneys and must be kept updated. Greg Reed helps us navigate these new requirements.More specifically, this episode includes:What is Beneficial Ownership?Beneficial Ownership is reported to a federal government agency (different from the IRS)Penalties for failing to file and filing deadlinesHow to file reportsThe need to file informational updates Next steps for b...2024-10-0817 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#23 - Key Accounting Topics for Marketing AgenciesHaving supported the bookkeeping and accounting needs of many marketing agencies over the years, SmartBooks routinely addresses a few key accounting topics to help clients get the most out of their financial reporting. In this episode guest Lindsay Jarosch highlights these issues.More specifically, this episode includes:Benefits of a segmented chart of accountsAccounting for client media purchases made by the agencyProfit modeling for the firmUsing performance metrics to manage pricing and staffingThe value of 12-week forecastsTax planning and managementSend us a textSponsored by SmartBooks. To schedule a...2024-10-0150 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#22 - Life-Changing Benefits of Great SleepThe healthier we are personally, the more energy we can bring to our businesses to make our businesses as successful as possible. There are several drivers of personal health. In this episode guest Matt Beedle makes a compelling case that investing in great sleep delivers a high return on investment personally and professionally.More specifically, this episode includes:Consequences of Inadequate SleepWearables and Genetics to Inform Sleep InformationBeware of Supplements and MedicationMental Health and Apnea as the Principal Causes of Poor SleepMatt's View on Sleep HacksBasic Routines That Can Be FollowedBedroom Environment for SleepingHow Matt Works...2024-09-0342 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#21 - Top Areas Where a Fractional HR Leader Can Help a Small BusinessSmall businesses have more options than ever to meet senior executive needs by utilizing fractional (aka part-time) managers. The fractional CFO model is the most established, but business owners are also meeting operational, sales and marketing, and other areas of need using fractional approaches. In this episode, Scott Baker shares his insights into how business owners can derive valuable benefits by employing a fractional HR leader.More specifically, this episode includes:The HR function is a void in most small businessesStart with an HR assessmentStructuring a successful fractional HR leader engagementIssues with having employees in multiple...2024-08-2044 min
ilovemywife podcastEP 226 Kelli and Anne chat about their adventures at home in Jersey CityJoin Anne & Kelli for their 226th NEW episode of #ilovemywife podcast where they are podcasting from HOME! The first thing they talk about is how excited that are that VP Kamala Harris is officially running for President! They also encourage everyone to donate to the campaign or volunteer and to VOTE! Next, they talk about their time at home that has included lots of cooking (including some viral recipes), dog sitting their daughter’s dog Ziggy, Kelli wearing her hearing aids again and cleaning out their closets. They also talk about some new documentaries they have watched th...2024-08-021h 02
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#20 - How to Achieve a Successful Fractional CFO EngagementSmall businesses may have a solution in place for bookkeeping and producing basic financial statements. Owners often yearn for analysis and forward-looking planning. The fractional (part-time) CFO model has existed for 20+ years to fill that void. Today there are more options than ever. Achieving successful results from fractional CFO engagements, however, can be a challenge. In this episode, Dave Hartley shares his insights about how business owners can create successful fractional CFO engagements that deliver the most value to their businesses.More specifically, this episode includes:Differences between a fractional and full-time CFORecommendations for selecting a...2024-07-2358 min
Castor & Pollux - Twin Turbo RadioTwin Turbo Radio #251. SICK INDIVIDUALS - I Am Not Alone2. Third Party - Believe3. Years & Years x Dubvision - Desire x Antares (Wintex Mashup)4. Martin Garrix & Third Party vs David Guetta feat. Sia - Carry You vs Titanium (Third Party Mashup)5. ID X ID X ID vs Alesso & One Republic - ID vs If I Lose Myself (Castor & Pollux Mashup)6. Castor & Pollux X Evan Wilder ft. Fasone vs. Avicii & Nicky Romero - Fly vs. I Could Be The One (Castor & Pollux Mashup)7. Audien vs Swedish House Mafia ft. John Martin...2024-07-171h 00
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#19 - Managing a Financially Distressed BusinessBusinesses can become financially distressed and face challenges with solvency and potential bankruptcy. Business owners in this situation may be able to cut costs, tightly manage cashflow, and return to profitability. Sometimes they need to renegotiate debt, attempt to sell business assets, or ultimately dissolve the business. There may also be personal liability concerns for owners and officers. Today’s guest Charlie Goodrich helps businesses navigate these situations and achieve as favorable an outcome as possible. More specifically, this episode includes:Definitions of bankruptcy, solvency, and related terms The process of dissolving when you have no secu...2024-07-0949 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#18 - Positioning Your Business For SuccessRunning a business is so hard that most go out of business within 5-10 years. There are many risks and factors outside your control. Today’s guest Bill Flynn shares his insights about several areas business owners can control and how you can position your business to overcome those odds to thrive with long-term success.More specifically, this episode includes:Creating a Brain-Friendly OrganizationConducting Effective MeetingsThe 80/20 Rule in BusinessCash Flow is KingAvoiding Leadership BottlenecksStrategy and Execution are the Same ThingStart with an Articulated VisionContact gest Bill Flynn at catalystgrowthadvisors.comSend us...2024-06-1857 min
Chroniclez Podcast🪙Flipside Of The Coin-Episode-Episode 311🪙This episode is dedicated to the memory of "The Comicstorian" Ben Potter R.I.P. Hunter Biden is found guilty on gun charges and the world is wondering will Joe Biden get him out of it? Also many are concerned about Biden as footge of him at a Juneteenth celebration shows him looking......oblivious. Who is Jonna Mendez? Bun B takes the stand and Cuzzo gives his take which will have many upset. Russia is conducting military drills near Cuba. Is this a warning? Eight people have been arrested that have ties to terrorism, Wilder and Broner have bad...2024-06-141h 04
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#17 - Can You Afford to Hire an Employee?Healthy businesses have an established business model in which most new incremental hires produce profit for the business. Payroll expense can be viewed as an investment that yields a profitable ROI. Usually a hiring decision boils down to a question of how much more revenue do you need to sell in order to afford a new hire. This episode helps answer the question of whether you can afford to hire an employee.More specifically, this episode includes:Viewing Employees as Profit CentersReturn on Investment vs Affording a HireHow Much Do You Need to Sell to Afford...2024-06-1142 min
Empowering Healthy Business: The Podcast for Small Business Owners#16 - Owner Compensation Tax & AccountingHealthy businesses produce healthy income for their owners. Compensation for business owners can take different forms. This episode discusses the primary forms of owner compensation and associated tax considerations. We also review bookkeeping and reporting considerations for how owner compensation is booked and reported on financial statements. More specifically, this episode includes:The primary forms of owner compensation and how they are taxed both on the business and on its owner-employees How entity type and tax elections impact the taxability of owner compensationS-corporations and reasonable compensation standardsHow accounting for owner compensation can have a dramatic impact on...2024-06-0445 min
GoJo and GolicHour 2: Wilder Tuesdays — Charlotte on Kate Middleton & the Patriots Without Belichick + Charles Davis on NFL Free AgencyIn Hour 2...[00:45] - Daylight Savings and Patriots Speculation:The crew kicks off with tips for navigating daylight savings before delving into potential moves by the New England Patriots, exploring the implications of Bill Belichick's absence and the team's current QB situation.[10:40] - Patriots' Wide Receiver Dilemma:GoJo and Golic discuss the Patriots' potential pursuit of WR Tee Higgins amid his contract uncertainties with the Bengals, seeking Charlotte's take on the matter.[20:08] - Royal Intrigue:Charlotte takes the spotlight with a captivating monologue on Kate Middleton's mysterious disappearance...2024-03-1255 min