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Business Strategy for CPA's
348 [Roadmap Session] Untangling an Overgrown Firm with AM, CPA – Part 2
Feeling like your firm has taken on a life of its own?In this episode, you’ll hear a live Roadmap Session with a CPA whose growth has gotten away from her. Success is great! Until you buckle under the weight of it. Tune in to hear how we break her firm down—and then build a practical, doable plan to reclaim control without giving too much away.…Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/348…...
2025-05-14
17 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
347 [Roadmap Session] Untangling an Overgrown Firm with AM, CPA - Part 1
Feeling like your firm has taken on a life of its own?In this episode, you’ll hear a live Roadmap Session with a CPA whose growth has gotten away from her. Success is great! Until you buckle under the weight of it. Tune in to hear how we break her firm down—and then build a practical, doable plan to reclaim control without giving too much away.…Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/347…...
2025-05-07
46 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
346 Way Less Stressed with Holly Sexton, CPA
Ever feel like your to-do list never ends, and work is always in your head? My guest was right there, raising a second grader, drinking from a firehose, and constantly stressed. She didn’t have the answer—but she knew something had to change.A year later, her stress levels are way down, and she makes double the money for the time she puts in. …Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/346…If you feel trapped by...
2025-04-30
33 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
344 Pricing Leap: 7x Prices, 2x Work with Laurie Rauk, CPA
If you’re overwhelmed and underpaid, this episode is for you. My guest went from stressed and overworked to calm and in control—while increasing her prices 7X with only 2X the work. Hear how she did it, what changed in her mindset, and how you can apply it to your firm.…Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/344…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop the chaos and end the l...
2025-04-16
37 min
Consultants and Money
94. Case Study: Spring Break on Travel Points
Work With Erica Erica and her husband Ben Goode, CPA discuss the benefits of travel credit cards over cash back cards, emphasizing the savings on taxes and the accumulation of travel miles for personal use. The conversation includes a case study of their upcoming family vacation to Mexico, breaking down the points earned from Delta and Marriott credit cards, resulting in significant cost savings on flights and hotel stays. 05:11 Business Credit Cards: Travel Rewards vs. Cashback 06:52 IRS Guidelines on Frequent Flyer Miles 10:56 Case Study: Using Business Credit Cards for Pe...
2025-03-18
32 min
The Accounting Podcast
Building a $200K Accounting Firm in Just 15 Hours a Week (from the Earmark Podcast)
This episode originally appeared on the Earmark Podcast. Listen and subscribe at https://podcast.earmarkcpe.com.Erica Goode, CPA, reveals how she built a thriving $200K accounting firm working just 15 hours a week. Discover the power of niching, efficient processes, and work-life balance in this candid discussion. Erica will share her journey from corporate burnout to entrepreneurial success, offering practical insights on pricing strategies, time management, and building authority in your niche. Whether you're considering starting your own firm or optimizing your existing practice, this webinar will inspire and equip you to reimagine what's possible in your...
2025-03-03
1h 02
Consultants and Money
92. Fiduciaries, Fees & Finding the Right Advisor with Luke Sauter, CPA / PFS
Erica sits down with Luke Sauter, a CPA, PFS, and investment advisor who shares insights on the intricacies of financial planning, emphasizing the importance of choosing a trustworthy fiduciary who provides consistent, transparent, and comprehensive wealth management services. 00:43 Meet Luke Sauter: CPA and Financial Specialist 02:34 A Personal Journey: From Corporate to Consulting 04:54 Understanding Financial Designations and Trust 09:37 The Role of a Fiduciary and Financial Planning 16:03 Building Trust and Transparency in Financial Advisory 20:56 The Importance of Regular Communication with Advisors 26:30 The Advisor Mindset Shift
2025-02-18
58 min
Accounting Flow Podcast
How to Optimize Your Solo Accounting Firm for a 15-Hour WorkWeek w/Erica Goode, CPA
Send us a textAt WorkflowCon 2024, Erica Goode—a CPA, solo firm owner, and productivity strategist—shared a framework that flips the traditional 40-hour workweek. Erica runs a profitable, six-figure accounting firm and works 15 hours a week.No burnout. No endless to-do lists. No hustle-for-hustle’s-sake.Her strategy isn’t about shortcuts or working faster. It’s about planning—knowing exactly what to do, when, and why it matters.This system isn’t reserved for accountants. Whether you’re a freelancer, entrepreneur, or solo business owner juggling client work, admin tasks, and personal res...
2025-02-10
29 min
Wenbin Fang's Podcast Playlist
Building a $200K Accounting Firm in Just 15 Hours a Week
Podcast: Earmark Podcast | Earn Free Accounting CPE (LS 33 · TOP 5% what is this?)Episode: Building a $200K Accounting Firm in Just 15 Hours a WeekPub date: 2024-11-01Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationErica Goode, CPA, reveals how she built a thriving $200K accounting firm working just 15 hours a week. Discover the power of niching, efficient processes, and work-life balance in this candid discussion. Erica will share her journey from corporate burnout to entrepreneurial success, offering practical insights on pricing strategies, time management, and building aut...
2025-01-29
1h 03
Business Strategy for CPA's
333 Strategy Session with Logan George, CPA
A strategy session with Peak Freedom member Logan George, CPA. Logan recently purchased a firm and had success bringing in his own new clients. We talk about prioritizing niche clients and phasing out non-niche clients over the next 1-2 years while protecting necessary cash flow. …Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/333…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours without...
2025-01-29
22 min
Consultants and Money
90. Who can do your taxes and how much should it cost? with Steve Nay, EA
Get my Monthly Newsletter here In this episode, Erica is joined by Steve Nay, a tax professional and enrolled agent, to discuss the various credentials in the tax profession including CPAs, EAs, and the Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP). The also discuss how much a tax return should cost, as well as the potential ramifications of converting to an S-corp. (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast (00:43) Meet the Guest: Steve Ney (02:01) Understanding Tax Accreditations (03:57) Differences Between CPA and EA (06:58) Tax Representation and Audits (11:11) Finding the R...
2025-01-21
36 min
Profitable Women
47. The 15hr Work Week with Erica Goode
Today, I have a fellow CPA, Erica Goode, on the podcast to talk about her 15hr work week and how she has created space for all the other things she wants to be doing in life. Her story is such a great example of why we start our businesses in the first place and ensure we have our priorities set for the things we want to do. In this episode, Erica shares her story of leaving behind the rigidity of the 9-to-5 grind to craft a business that beautifully aligns with her personal life by working a 15h...
2025-01-02
38 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
326 Solopreneurship Rocks. With Matt Chiappetta, CPA
Wish you could never have another staff meeting?I talk with Matt Chiappetta, CPA about his journey as a soloist: how long it took and what decisions he made to build a $250K accounting practice working 30 hours a week in two years. …Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/326…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours without losing revenue or hiring...
2024-12-04
27 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
325 Radical Pricing to Optimize Profits with Jody Padar, CPA
Do you wish you brought in more revenue for the hours you put in?Jody Padar helps you see the path to higher prices and profits while knowing where to start. https://theradicalcpa.com/…Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours without losing revenue or hiring. Join 5000+ other CPAs who get my...
2024-11-27
33 min
Consultants and Money
87. You (Yes, you!) Might Owe Tax in Another State with Nicole McClintock
Get my Monthly Newsletter here In this episode of the Consultants and Money podcast, host Erica Goode CPA is joined by Nicole McClintock, founder and CEO of Taximize. They discuss the complexities of state and local taxes (SALT), especially for consultants operating across multiple states. Nicole emphasizes the importance of understanding where your business has employees and clients, how state-specific rules can impact your tax obligations, and why it's crucial to have thorough conversations with your CPA. They also highlight the risks associated with not addressing multi-state tax issues upfront and provide practical advice on when and...
2024-11-26
36 min
Consultants and Money
86. Retirement Plans for Consultants
Get my Monthly Newsletter here This episode, Erica covers 4 key retirement plans: Roth IRAs, Traditional IRAs, SEP IRAs, and Solo 401ks. Erica explains the eligibility criteria, 2024 contribution limits, and special considerations based on business structure (sole proprietor, LLC, or S Corp). She highlights the benefits and potential drawbacks of each plan, offering insights to help solo consultants make informed retirement savings decisions. (00:54) Retirement Planning for Self-Employed Consultants (02:11) Roth IRA: The Favorite Child (03:55) Traditional IRA: A Flexible Option (05:46) SEP IRA: Ideal for High, Fluctuating Income (07:57) Solo 401k...
2024-11-12
12 min
Earmark Podcast | Earn Free Accounting CPE
Building a $200K Accounting Firm in Just 15 Hours a Week
Erica Goode, CPA, reveals how she built a thriving $200K accounting firm working just 15 hours a week. Discover the power of niching, efficient processes, and work-life balance in this candid discussion. Erica will share her journey from corporate burnout to entrepreneurial success, offering practical insights on pricing strategies, time management, and building authority in your niche. Whether you're considering starting your own firm or optimizing your existing practice, this webinar will inspire and equip you to reimagine what's possible in your accounting career.(Originally recorded on October 16, 2024, on Earmark Webinars+)SponsorShareFile...
2024-11-01
1h 03
Business Strategy for CPA's
321 When Your Revenue Dries Up Overnight with Minnie Lau, CPA
What do you do when the market throws your business a giant curve-ball and your revenue streams dry up overnight?Minnie Lau CPA shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of niching into stock option planning and watching IPOs evaporate.…Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours without losing revenue or hirin...
2024-10-30
50 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
320 Not Cracking 40 Hours Next Tax Season with Kyle Wesely, CPA
Have you ever wondered how fast you might be able to make meaningful improvements to your practice?With baby #2 on the way, time was of the essence. Find out what changes Kyle made, in what order, and what the impact of those changes was. Connect with Kyle here: https://www.weselycpas.com/…Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop th...
2024-10-23
43 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
317 Bring the CPA Firm You Envision to Life with Belita Blasingame, CPA
Have you ever felt frustrated or discouraged when you imagined your firm being a certain way but couldn’t make it your reality?Belita Blasingame knew she was up to the challenge of reshaping a firm she had purchased into the one she envisioned. …Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours without losing r...
2024-10-02
36 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
310 From Exhausted to Having Her Life Back: Wendy Norman, CPA
Two years ago, Wendy was working 70 hours a week in her firm. She was exhausted and “wanted to hide under the bed.”Now, she works 30 - 40 hours a week, has her life back, and brings in more revenue at higher margins.…Link to full shownotes: https://www.businessstrategyforcpas.com/310…If you feel trapped by your own accounting firm, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours without losing revenue o...
2024-08-14
41 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
306 25 Hours for Everyone, Team Included with Rebecca Warnick, CPA
Running and growing your accounting practice can feel like a lot –– and maybe sometimes a hair more than you care to manage. Yet, how to change, what to change, and in what order to change things can be far from obvious. In this conversation, I want listeners to hear what it sounds like to make a bunch of progress in four months, while being owner of a company where the baseline is 25 hours for everyone. Find Rebecca at www.thewarnickgroup.com/.…Hey CPA firm owner, glad you found t...
2024-07-17
40 min
Girls in Finance
Is corporate finance all that? Erica Goode
In today's episode, CPA entrepreneur and podcast host Erica Goode shares her insightful background in corporate finance at Walgreens. Erica explained what Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) is and how it was conducted during her time at Walgreens, providing a detailed look at the inner workings of corporate finance. She delved into the pros and cons of the field, offering a balanced perspective based on her experiences. Additionally, Erica elaborated on her current lifestyle, highlighting her ability to maintain a 15-hour workweek now that she owns her own CPA practice.
2024-07-12
23 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
302 Permission to Travel Your Own Path with Shana Cooper, CPA
For the listener who feels the tension between the path he’s on and the one he really wants to be on, I talk with Masterminder Shana Cooper, CPA about giving yourself permission to travel your own path. …Hey CPA firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreciate the value you provide, and complain to you when you don’t tu...
2024-06-19
38 min
Consultants and Money
74. Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Early?
LEAVE A REVIEW! If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and leave a rating and review right here on your podcasting app. It helps others find the show. **** This episode from the personal finance summer series of 'Coaches, Consultants, and Money' hosted by Erica Goode and co-hosted by husband, Ben Goode, CPA, discusses the debate around whether or not it's beneficial to pay off a mortgage early. Sharing personal experiences and professional insights, they explore the pros and cons of early mortgage payoff versus maintaining it for its term. They stress...
2024-06-11
30 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
300 Making Your Dream of Working Fewer Hours Attainable
What to think about (and what not to think!) to bring your hours down off the shelf of “wouldn’t that be dreamy” and make what you want a reality. …Hey CPA firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreciate the value you provide, and complain to you when you don’t turn it around on a dime, I can help y...
2024-06-05
26 min
Consultants and Money
73. [The Soloist Life] Building a Six-Figure Advisory Business (Working 15 Hours A Week)
Get my Monthly Newsletter here Today Erica shares a crossover episode from the "Soloist Life Podcast" where she was interviewed by host Rochelle Mounton. In this conversation, Erica discusses the strategies that have enabled her to build a thriving six-figure business while working significantly fewer than 40 hours a week, from setting robust boundaries to leveraging automation. They also talk about the life benefits of setting work boundaries, how to boost your business efficiency using automation and delegation, and a broader definition of wealth in today's "gig economy". How important is it t...
2024-05-28
41 min
Accounting Conversations
15 How to make 6 Figures Only Working 15 Hours a Week with Erica Goode, CPA
An accounting career doesn't just have to be crazy busy seasons at a huge firm downtown, stay-at-home parents can have incredible careers as well! Erica Goode, CPA is changing the game for accounting professionals. She started her career out at KPMG and then moved into industry accounting at Walgreens. Since then, she has had a family and built her own accounting firm at the same time. Erica is changing the game for accounting professionals who want to practice accounting and also have a family! It is 100% possible and you...
2024-05-17
33 min
Consultants and Money
72 - Stop Thinking About Profit...a new KPI
Get my Monthly Newsletter here As tax codes grow increasingly complex, Erica suggests a more comprehensive approach for business owners to assess their true financial health. She explains a metric she created called Total Owner Benefit and describes how it can be used to discover the full range of financial benefits derived from owning a business. These include factors traditionally excluded from profit calculations such as owner salary, health costs, and retirement contributions. Discover why Total Owner Benefit is important to business owners, how it differs from plain profit, how it can influence ta...
2024-05-14
12 min
It's Not About The Money
Growing your business at the right pace, with Erica Goode
How much money does your business need to make for your life? Would you rather have an extra $50k this year or get back 10 hours a week? What time bucket of your life are you currently in? Erica Goode, CPA, is a fractional CFO serving coaches and consultants, but she offers so much more than just financial guidance to her clients. Her own journey to business ownership is unique and refreshing, and it embodies her mindful and intentional philosophy. The kids will never be young again, the teenagers are only this way right now, and ma...
2024-05-09
43 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
293 What it Takes to Work 15 Hours per Week with Erica Goode, CPA
If you think working only 15 hours per week, taking home almost $200K in Total Owner Benefit, and living stress-free while enjoying your business seems:InsaneImpossibleThe Promised Land Check out Erica Goode, CPA’s playbook for getting it done. …Hey CPA firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreciate the value you provide, and complain to you when you...
2024-04-24
48 min
Consultants and Money
70 - What Are the Odds of Getting Audited?
Get my Monthly Newsletter here In honor of yesterday's "Tax Day" - Erica addresses the question that is often high on our minds. And the answer should be encouraging! Links to Resources Mentioned: Congressional Research | Distribution of IRS Audits by Income and Race The IRS’s First-Time Penalty Abatement | Forbes article Until next time, may your week be filled with empty mailboxes and profit… Connect with Erica Goode, CPA | LinkedIn | Monthly Newsletter | Website
2024-04-16
07 min
Consultants and Money
69 - SEP vs Solo 401(k) with Sean Mullaney, CPA
Get my Monthly Newsletter here Today Erica is joined by Sean Mullaney, a Los Angeles-based advice-only financial planner and author of "Solo 401k: The Solopreneur Retirement Account". Sean shares his expertise on the differences between SEP IRAs and Solo 401(k)s, the benefits of each, and why most solopreneurs might favor the latter for their retirement savings. Some of the questions they discuss are: What is the difference between a SEP IRA and a Solo 401(k)? How can an advice-only financial planner benefit your retirement planning? Can a Solo 401(k...
2024-04-02
39 min
The Soloist Life
Building A Six-Figure Advisory Business (Working 15 Hours A Week) with Erica Goode
Can you build a six-figure advisory business working only 15 hours a week? CPA Erica Goode has—and she describes exactly how she did it (think serious boundaries):The lessons corporate burn-out can teach you about how to construct your own business.How setting rigid boundaries on her time allows her to meet all her work + life commitments.The value of time blocking (and another way to look at productivity).Why defining her version of “enough” allows her to stay focused and avoid chasing shiny objects.Introducing a potential new KPI fo...
2024-03-21
40 min
Consultants and Money
68-No Pain, No _______
Get my Monthly Newsletter here Whether it’s growing fast…or slow…today Erica shares some encouragement as you move forward in your business. Hint: growth doesn’t have to be accompanied with pain! And in the meantime, may your week be filled with healthy growth, and profit… Connect with Erica Goode, CPA | LinkedIn | Monthly Newsletter | Website
2024-03-19
05 min
Consultants and Money
67 - Happy Hour: Cost-Saving Travel Hacks
Get my Monthly Newsletter here In this happy hour bonus episode, Erica and Ben crack a beer and talk about top-of-mind money topics like: saving money on hotels and rental cars update on Erica's Southwest points hack cheap first class airline tickets Mentioned in the episode: Camp Vibes by 10 Barrel Brewing Ep18 - Free Airfare for 2 Years with this Credit Card Hack Points.me Connect with Ben Goode, CPA | LinkedIn Connect with Erica Goode, CPA | LinkedIn | Monthly Newsletter | Website
2024-03-12
25 min
The Game On Girlfriend Podcast
Business Cash Flow: How to Pay Yourself (and the IRS) Consistently with Erica Goode
Cash flow planning helps us look forward and know what you can plan out in your business to make those good investment decisions, hiring decisions, pay yourself more, or plan for taxes. Erica Goode, CPA and host of the Coaches, Consultants, and Money podcast, helps business owners manage their money. She also runs a virtual accounting firm that supports coaches and consultants with bookkeeping, tax planning, and CFO services. Goode, a former director of finance at Walgreens, started her career as an editor at KPMG. "I love talking money, getting hold of money in a...
2024-03-05
24 min
Consultants and Money
63 - Happy Hour: LASIK, HSAs, Simple Path to Wealth, Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs)
Get my Monthly Newsletter here In this happy hour bonus episode, Erica and Ben crack a beer and talk about top-of-mind money topics like: Is LASIK covered by insurance? What items are HSA eligible? Can you use your HSA for a medical hotel stay? How much is medical mileage? Book Review: Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins How can a donor-advised fund (DAF) save you taxes? Links to Topics Mentioned: Cold Smoke Scotch Ale | KettleHouse Brewing Co Ben’s LA...
2024-02-13
31 min
The Business of Authority
Using Today’s Profits For Tomorrow’s Legacy with Erica Goode
The big money decisions you’ll want to make early and how to decide between setting up a sole proprietorship, an LLC or a Sub S.When does it make sense to build processes to handle things like paying yourself and funding and paying taxes?What to ask your CPA and why you don’t want to wait till year-end to get advice.When to look for longer-term, perhaps tax-advantaged opportunities for savings.How to think of and use your business profits now to build your desired legacy later on.Qu...
2024-01-18
50 min
Consultants and Money
58-Which Accountant Do You Need? CPA vs Bookkeeper vs CFO
This episode, we're talking through what type of accountant you need in your business and when to hire them. And to keep it in the spirit of the Holidays, I’ve borrowed a page from The Christmas Carol to explain how each of “the ghosts of accounting” work, how to decide when you need each one - and why. Talking through: Difference between an accountant and a CPA What type of tax preparer you should hire? When to invest in a bookkeeper What does a fractional CFO do? Connect with Erica: ...
2023-12-19
12 min
Smashing the Plateau
Learn To Manage Consulting Finances For Future Success Confidently Featuring Erica Goode
Erica Goode has been a Certified Public Accountant for 15 years. She runs a virtual accounting firm that provides coaches and consultants with bookkeeping, accounting, and CFO services, and she also hosts the Coaches, Consultants, and Money podcast. She’s a former Director of Finance at a Fortune 50 company and began her career as an auditor at a Big Four public accounting firm. Erica is also a mother of two and the wife of a fellow CPA. She lives with her family in the mountains of Idaho.In today's episode of Smashing the Plateau, Erica will discuss the un...
2023-12-18
26 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
271 2 Years of Progress in 4 Months with Randy Larkin, CPA
If you’re wondering just how much you can implement in a short time in Down to 40 Hours CPA Mastermind, listen in to hear what Randy Larkin, CPA has to say. He’s been in Mastermind for barely 10 weeks and has made miles of progress on numerous projects. …Hey CPA firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreci...
2023-11-22
35 min
Consultants and Money
53-Elevate Your Money Mindset with Sheila Hansen, CPA
Book a Strategy Session Today I welcome fellow CPA and Certified Life Coach, Sheila Hansen to the show. Sheila supports creative service providers, providing financial support to business owners such as copywriters, photographers, social media managers, coaches, and speakers. Our conversation covered such topics as: What is a “money mindset,” what a healthy one looks like, and how it drives your “financial behavior” How and where do children develop money mindsets: nature vs nurture? Money mindset within marriage and the family The shift that occurs when moving from being an employee to being a...
2023-11-14
46 min
Consultants and Money
49-The Zero-Tax Myth
Book a Strategy Session with Erica In this episode, we dive deep into the often-discussed topic of paying zero taxes. Does it sound too good to be true? It might be. Erica explains 3 legitimate and specific strategies you can use to minimize them as a consultant, coach or small agency owner. Resource referred to in this episode - The Win-Win Wealth Strategy: 7 Investments the Government Will Pay You to Make (on Amazon) Other recommended episodes: 7 - Business Money 101: Bookkeeping Practices 21 - What’s an S...
2023-10-17
10 min
The Soloist Life
Top Financial Moves When You Hit 3 Revenue Milestones with Erica Goode, CPA
Have you noticed how no one talks about what to do financially when your business hits certain milestones—and then you’re left wondering what financial moves make the most sense? CPA Erica Goode is out to change that.We discuss:Building a solid financial base for your brand-new expertise business (and why it’s OK to start with a spreadsheet).How shame around money can keep you from getting the help you need—and why you want to reach out anyway.The value of consistency—in paying yourself a salary, staying cu...
2023-10-12
45 min
Scaling Expertise
E62: The Buyer's Perspective: What Buyers Look for in Your Financial Statements with Erica Goode
I had the pleasure of having Erica Goode, Fractional CFO to Coaches and Consultants, on the latest episode of the "Hourly to Exit" podcast, where we discussed some fascinating topics related to financial management, business growth, and the accounting industry. Here are key takeaways from this episode:Understanding the Balance Sheet: Erica explained how assets, debts, and equity work together on a balance sheet. This knowledge is crucial for business owners and potential buyers, as it helps in evaluating the financial health and value of a company.The Importance of Accurate Financials: When forecasting the future...
2023-09-26
36 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
259 Permission to Stop Being Superhuman with Michael Berry, CPA
Hey CPA Firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreciate the value you provide, and complain to you when you don’t turn it around on a dime, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours, without losing revenue. If you like the podcast, join 1300+ other CPAs who get Vitamin G, my daily dose of single-tip business strategy delivered...
2023-08-23
36 min
Consultants and Money
42-BONUS Happy Hour Book Review - Die With Zero by Bill Perkins
EricaGoode.com Another Bonus interview with the debit to my credit, fellow CPA Ben Goode. We’re talking about the book Die With Zero: Getting All You Can From Your Money and Your Life, by Bill Perkins while enjoying a cold one from the Grand Teton Brewing Company Some of what we cover: How much money should we save over a lifetime When’s a good time to give it away? The concept of time-bucketing And so much more! Find Die With Zero on Am...
2023-08-18
41 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
255 Burnout Recovery with Randy Crabtree, CPA
Hey CPA Firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreciate the value you provide, and complain to you when you don’t turn it around on a dime, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours, without losing revenue. If you like the podcast, join 1000+ other CPAs who get Vitamin G, my daily dose of single-tip business strategy delivered...
2023-08-02
31 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
254 Freedom to Choose Not to Double Revenue with Prithi Daswani, CPA
Hey CPA Firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreciate the value you provide, and complain to you when you don’t turn it around on a dime, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours, without losing revenue. If you like the podcast, join 1000+ other CPAs who get Vitamin G, my daily dose of single-tip business strategy delivered...
2023-07-26
42 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
253 When you need to explore, with Rebecca Driscoll, CPA
Hey CPA Firm owner, glad you found the podcast. If you feel like you’ve become trapped by your own accounting firm, you’re fed up PiTB clients who get you their stuff late, don’t appreciate the value you provide, and complain to you when you don’t turn it around on a dime, I can help you stop the chaos and end the long hours, without losing revenue. If you like the podcast, join 1000+ other CPAs who get Vitamin G, my daily dose of single-tip business strategy delivered...
2023-07-19
38 min
Consultants and Money
39-Taxes & running your business abroad with Laurie Marson, CPA
Thinking about spending time abroad and running your coaching or consulting business outside of the US? In this episode, I'm joined by Laurie Marson, CPA, who breaks down the complexities of working as a self-employed expatriate and how it affects your taxes. Find complete show notes here: https://www.ericagoode.com/podcast/ep39 Connect with Laurie Marson: http://www.marsonaccts.com/ laurie@masonaccts.com Connect with Erica: Instagram @erica.goode.cpa LinkedIn: Erica Goode, CPA Newsletter sign-up: https://www.ericagoode.com/newsletter-signup ***FRE...
2023-06-13
37 min
Consultants and Money
38-Top Episodes & Summer Plans
This episode talks about: Top episodes since the podcast launch Future plans for the podcast Episodes Referenced: If you're just starting out: Ep 3 (10/4/22) - Business Money 101: Financial Foundations Ep 4 (10/11/22) - Business Money 101: LLCs & EINs Ep 5 (10/18/22) - Business Money 101: Business Insurance Ep 6 (10/25/22) - Business Money 101: Bank Accounts Ep 7 (11/1/22) - Business Money 101: Bookkeeping Processes If you're thinking of scaling your business: Ep 29 (3/28/23) - Scaling the soloist business model with Jonathan Stark and Rochelle Moulton Ep 24 (2/28/23) - The truth about membership programs with Natalie Eckdahl If you have the same question everyone else has: Ep25 (3/7/23) - How to...
2023-05-30
06 min
Consultants and Money
37-Gaining Confidence in Business Decisions with Fathom
Do you want to feel empowered in your small business financial decisions? Are you tired of feeling unsure about your finances? Today I'm sharing an interview with Fathom, the financial forecasting software that I use. We discuss a solution - proactive financial planning that leads to decisive and confident choices. Say goodbye to financial stress and hello to financial confidence. When you can avoid guessing, you have an opportunity to make an educated decision that you feel confident about. - Erica Goode Learn more about Fathom here. ...
2023-05-23
29 min
Consultants and Money
36-Navigating Midlife with Olympic Gold Medalist, Joe Jacobi
“To help people ignite their second wind, and to confront midlife transitions with meaning and adventure.” Olympic gold medalist, author, performance coach, resident-of-Spain, and mid-lifer, Joe and I connect some of the dots between midlife transitions, spiritual components, financial preparedness, how to “do the work” and (maybe more importantly), how to let go! As he shared his personal story, some of the topics we covered are: What exactly IS midlife? Some of the deep, powerful, and meaningful, work he processed The relationship between purpose and our inner/outer voices How to reset and redefine high perf...
2023-05-16
45 min
Business Strategy for CPA's
243 15 Hour Weeks, $200K, 70%+ Margins, with Erica Goode, CPA
*Want one piece of business strategy delivered daily to your inbox?* Subscribe here: geraldinecarter.com/subscribe Niching is not a one-time task but an ongoing discovery process and refining and developing your expertise. It can be a powerful tool for CPAs who want to build a thriving practice while enjoying the freedom to work with the clients they love and set prices in a way that reflects the value they create. Erica Goode shares the challenges she faced when she started her business and how niching helped her build a more...
2023-05-10
37 min
Consultants and Money
35-Saving Money with ChatGPT
Can ChatGPT save your business money? Can ChatGPT make the hours you work more profitable? How can we as business owners leverage the power of AI to make our services more fluid, and our processes more time-efficient? Tune in to today's episode where I answer these burning questions...and more. And I'll provide some inspiration for not only how to use it in your business...but why! (Using ChaGPT, of course!) AI will never replace what only YOU can provide to your clients, but as a soloist, AI can help you be more profitable and e...
2023-05-09
14 min
Consultants and Money
34-Happy Hour Retirement Talk with Ben Goode, CPA - Part 2
Last week I shared pat 1 of a happy hour conversation that my husband and fellow CPA, Ben Goode, and I had about retirement. If you haven’t already, you can catch that episode here. Today we’re wrapping up our conversation and talking through... Social Security - will it be here when I’m ready to retire? Updates about Congress’ new law, the SECURE Act 2.0 (and what it means for you) How college savings and retirement savings can play together And a neat trick that allows you to trave...
2023-05-02
22 min
The Accounting Podcast
What AI Will Automate In Accounting with Erica Goode, CPA
FTX had 80,000 transactions in Ask My Accountant; the crazy cost accounting behind EY's failed breakup; using ChatGPT for financial statement analysis; what the tech world thinks AI will automate in accounting and more!SponsorsLiveFlow - https://cloudaccountingpodcast.promo/liveflowChapters(00:00) - CAP 329 (00:39) - PREVIEW: How ChatGPT saved Erica (01:09) - Introduction (07:48) - FTX had 80,000 transactions in Ask My Accountant (12:04) - Blake plays a clip from the All-In podcast on AI accounting (17:25) - ChatGPT vs real accountants and students on tests (25:48) - Hector Garcia's example of using ChatGPT for analysing financial statements (31:24...
2023-04-27
1h 11
Consultants and Money
33-Happy Hour Retirement Talk with Ben Goode, CPA - Part 1
In episode 12, I had a casual conversation with fellow CPA, and my hubby, Ben Goode about Top Idaho Breweries and Tax Write-Offs Today’s episode is part 1 of another “Happy Hour” conversation, where we’re talking about retirement plans (ours and things you might want to think of, too) and sharing our thoughts on these topics: Can you save too much for retirement? Retirement savings for W-2 earners vs. small business owners Different retirement savings plans for the self-employed and the approach they need to take. Check back next week for...
2023-04-25
23 min
Consultants and Money
32-Happy Tax Day!
Happy Tax Day! This is your friendly reminder that if you haven't already, today's the day our taxes are due. And if you've filed an extension - no shame in that, either - you still have to pay Uncle Sam if you owe them anything. So there's that :-( But to help take the sting out of the day, check out some of the Tax Day deals I found! How does a no-cost cookie, discount chicken meal, or free hydromassage sound? See, it's not all bad... Find some sweet "tax day"...
2023-04-18
04 min
Consultants and Money
31-Should I be Paying Quarterly Estimated Taxes?
There are good surprises…and bad ones. Bad ones can happen when you haven’t been on top of your quarterly estimated tax payments. So today that’s what I’m talking about, and how you can prevent a bad surprise. I’ll explain: What exactly are estimated payments, When quarterly estimated payments are actually due (take notes, ‘cause they are not exactly quarterly), Who this applies to and how to figure out how much money to set aside, Ways you might get “into trouble”, and finally How to do...
2023-04-11
17 min
Consultants and Money
30-Extending Your Tax Deadline: Do I Still Have to Pay On Time?
Get me in your inbox Tax season is almost here, which means one of two things: You’re all ready to file and pay and move on with life, or... You’re all ready to file an extension and keep working on getting your “tax act” together Either way, the bottom line of today’s episode is something we all need to know. I’ll be talking about: How a tax extension is defined by the IRS How penalties work: how much they are and when they start...
2023-04-04
11 min
Consultants and Money
29-Scaling the Soloist Business Model with Jonathan Stark and Rochelle Moulton
As a bookend to episode 24, where I talked about an agency business model, today I interview Jonathan Stark and Rochelle Moulton, co-hosts of “The Business of Authority” podcast. We discuss how you can still scale up your business using a soloist or solo consultant model, including: The business of scaling up and creating leverage without the agency model How to get past being paid per hour (creating leverage) Common income plateaus and how to shift into a more profitable situation What to consider as you hit that plateau - one...
2023-03-28
44 min
Consultants and Money
28-Which Business Model is Right for Growing Your Business?
Everyone has a “trailhead” at the start of their business. There are many business models to choose from, but when you’re first starting out, you often don’t have a clear vision of what your business will look like in 5 years… Eventually, if you want to meet goals and continue to grow your business, you’ll need to know how you will move forward. Only you know what business model fits your goals and will help you achieve what you want. Listen to today’s episodes for some thoughts on possible business models, and ho...
2023-03-21
10 min
Consultants and Money
26-Mailbag Questions #1: IRS audits, Bookkeeping AI, New Business Taxes
Get on the email list I'm responding to a few questions that I've received in my DMs and email from clients and listeners. Maybe one of them is yours! (And if it isn't and you DO have a burning question, please send it along and I may answer it in a future episode.) Questions answered: 1 - "How do you file taxes when you just start a business and have minimam profit? Can I still file with my spouse?" 2 - "What do you think of FlyFin and other bookkeeping AI? ...
2023-03-14
20 min
Consultants and Money
25-How to Pay Yourself from Your Business - Salary vs Owner Distributions vs Profit
Today I’m sharing the short-but-sweet answer to a question that is on EVERY new business owner’s mind: “How do I pay myself?” It’s really not a complicated answer, but here it is: How you pay yourself from your business depends on how your business is structured (legally) and taxed (by the IRS) I'll talk through: How to take an owner distribution How frequently I recommend paying yourself Paying yourself as a sole proprietor vs an LLC vs an S-corp ***** And if you nee...
2023-03-07
10 min
Consultants and Money
24-The truth about Membership Programs with Natalie Eckdahl
Are you planning to add an online membership program to your business in 2023? Some entrepreneurs see a membership as a way out of done-for-you service work. And many business owners are under the impression that memberships are easy to launch and scale, but they don’t always turn out to be the easy money-makers they seem to be. You CAN scale your service-based business without memberships, or other group programs. In this loaded interview Natalie Eckdahl, CEO of Biz Chix, and I talk through the pros and cons of having a membership site an...
2023-02-28
54 min
Consultants and Money
23-Maximize your profitability by understanding your customer's lifetime value
**MAIL BAG LINK** Have a question about business money, taxes or QuickBooks? I want to hear them. I’m doing an upcoming “Mail Bag” episode where I will answer your questions. Here’s the link to my “Mail Bag” - submit a question for me to answer on the Podcast. Remember, no question is “little” or “silly”. And if you’re still nervous, I’m happy to keep them anonymous. Oftentimes service-based business owners, such as coaches and consultants, fail to consider the long-term value that they can bring to their clients and the lifet...
2023-02-21
13 min
Consultants and Money
22-Cash flow forecasting and business planning with Erin Harrigan
Business coach, Erin Harrigan and I recently met for a planning strategy session, and she shares not only how she approached cash flow planning and paying herself before we’d met, but more importantly, what changed after our session. If you think a strategy session may help you, you’re in luck! I’ve opened up my waiting list and will be filling up my calendar starting this April. Get on the waitlist now by using this link: https://www.ericagoode.com/contact Erin Harrigan is a Christian wife, empty nest mom, speaker, author...
2023-02-14
40 min
Consultants and Money
21-What's an S-Corp? And When Should I Become One?
Ever heard of the term "S-corp"? No clue what it means? No? Perfect - you're in the right place. In today’s episode, we’re talking all about S-corp basics. This is for the business owner who has less than $100K in revenue and has heard the term but has no clue what it means. Or just someone wondering if they should be an S-corp. (Spoiler alert: you’ll know by the end of this episode!) We’ll be talking about: The definition of an S-corp, and how it differs from an LLC How the IRS tax...
2023-02-07
17 min
Consultants and Money
20-Tax Basics...with ostriches and salads
Today we're hitting tax basics at a really high, 30,000 ft view level. A level that that anyone can understand. I’m not saying you have to actually do your own taxes after this (I trust that it’s probably not your favorite thing), but you can at least feel confident in talking about it and thinking through it for your business. In this episode, I will explain the basic flow of your business taxes, which includes: The role of (and reason for) clean bookkeeping What exactly a P&L is, and how it fits into...
2023-01-31
26 min
Redefining Hustle: Navigating Success as a Christian Woman
Financial Must-Haves with Erica Goode – Episode 185
Are you ready to level up your business financials as you prepare to scale or even refine in 2023? Or are you among those with an established business but no clear picture of your financial foundation? (I was raising my hand here in 2022!) Or maybe you just need a refresher on financial must-haves. This month we've been focused on the practical implementation of redefining hustle, and this week I welcomed CPA/CFO and my friend, Erica Goode, to share her wisdom on three financial must-haves for your business at every stage. While I've got some highlights below, I know you'll gain...
2023-01-30
20 min
Consultants and Money
19-Are you REALLY selling grill brushes?
I recently received an ad for grill brushes. It brought back some memories about a story I'd heard years ago... Which got me thinking about my business - and yours. Your takeaway in this short-but-sweet episode: Whether you sell a product or a service, think about your customer and what they are actually buying when they work with you. It may change the way you look at not only what you do, but how you market it! Listen in for all the details! Connect with Erica: Instagram @erica.goode.cpa Lin...
2023-01-24
06 min
Consultants and Money
18-Free Airfare for 2 Years With This Credit Card Hack
I’m sharing a bit more about your personal money than your business in today's episode. (But hey, if you can spend a little less in your personal life…that means you don’t have to work as hard to make more in your business, right?) This is a legit process that I use and have used with my own family to save money when we travel. Enter the free Companion Pass on Southwest Airlines! (And if you’re still a bit sore at them after the 2022 holiday travel mess, or Southwest doesn’t fly out of you...
2023-01-17
31 min
Consultants and Money
17-Moving from Corporate to Consulting with Karen Laos
Indeed there is no one way or “right” way to go from corporate to entrepreneurship. In today’s episode, I interview Karen Laos and we compare notes about our own journeys. If you’re on the fence, or ready to jump, into being your own coach or consultant, this is THE episode to listen to. Karen Laos, a communication expert and confidence cultivator, leverages 25+ years in the boardroom and speaking on the world’s most coveted stages to guide corporations and individuals with her tested communication model to generate consistent results for women leaders as a coach, c...
2023-01-10
41 min
Consultants and Money
16-Update - 1099 Law Change
NEWS FLASH! There was a 1099 law change on Dec 23rd (after I recorded the original Episode 16 that dropped today). First, listen to Episode 16 Then, listen to this bonus to find out: What the law change was What it means for coaches and consultants filing 1099s in January 2023 Connect with Erica: Instagram @erica.goode.cpa LinkedIn: Erica Goode, CPA Newsletter sign-up: https://www.ericagoode.com/newsletter-signup
2023-01-03
07 min
Consultants and Money
16-Who Do I Need to Send a 1099 To?
Happy New Year and "welcome back" to business... This is an intense, but necessary episode. Inside I cover: What is a 1099? Who you need to send a 1099 to and who you don’t? How do you send a 1099? What to do when you receive a 1099? It's a lot, so save this episode, go back and listen to it - but don’t ignore your 1099s ***FREE Tax Deduction Guide*** Don’t forget to download my free guide called 6 Don’t-Miss Tax Deductions for Coaches. There’s a simple cheat sheet includ...
2023-01-03
22 min
Consultants and Money
15-Is Your Christmas Present Tax Deductible?
Hey, I have to pay taxes...you have to pay taxes...we all have to pay taxes! But don't pay more than you have to! Take a listen to episode 13 for what you can't deduct...but listen in to see what you CAN deduct this Christmas! I'm soo happy to share this with you! ***FREE Tax Deduction Guide*** Don’t forget to download my free guide called 6 Don’t-Miss Tax Deductions for Coaches. There’s a simple cheat sheet included for those of you who like to skip to...
2022-12-27
12 min
Ditching Hourly
Erica Goode, CPA - Inflation, Recession, Cash flow, and Taxes
CPA Erica Goode joined me on Ditching Hourly to talk about how coaches and consultants should think about inflation, recession, cash flow, and taxes.Erica's Bio:Erica Goode, CPA owns an accounting firm serving coaches and consultants through accounting and CFO services.Erica's Newsletter: https://www.ericagoode.com/newsletter-signupErica's Podcast: Coaches, Consultants, and Money (available everywhere, but here's the iTunes link)NOTE: Episodes 3 - 7 are "Business Money 101" and a great place to start. ----Before y...
2022-12-20
58 min
Consultants and Money
14-Top Business Books of 2022
I’ve never been a big fan of reading, but once I found the genre that caught my interest, I was hooked. So grab a cup of something that warms you up, get comfy by the fire, and listen as I share my “top 3” business book titles, and why! #1 - The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel #2 - Miss Independent by Nicole Lapin #3 - Rejection Proof: How I Beat Fear and Became Invincible by Jia Jiang Bonus: Come Fly the World by Julia Cook ***FREE Tax Deduction Guide...
2022-12-20
11 min
Consultants and Money
13-What You SHOULDN'T Deduct As a Coach or Consultant
Here's a list of things I see lots of coaches or consultants try to deduct on their taxes. Check yourself, or better - check with your accountant - before you write these off. I may get some pushback on this, but, friends, trust me, the IRS won’t like it ;-) Listen to my list of 3 and feel free to let me know your thoughts. And definitely stick around to the end where I explain a mileage deduction adjustment that the IRS implemented this year which you may not know about!
2022-12-13
08 min
Consultants and Money
12-Idaho Special: Top 3 Breweries and Tax Incentives
Today, I have a VERY special episode with fellow CPA (and my hubby!), Ben Goode. Together, we're going to hit on our Top 3 Idaho Favorites...HIS: Idaho breweries, HERs: Idaho Tax Credits and Deductions From a tax standpoint, I'll hit tax incentives that are specific to Idaho residents: Educational charitable giving 529 / college savings plans in Idaho Wood burning stove replacements Plus, you get to hear our married banter :o) Enjoy! ****** FREE TAX GUIDE for COACHES Get it here!! ****** Connect with Ben...
2022-12-06
37 min
Ignite Your Confidence with Karen Laos
Tired of Hiding the Real You? With Erica Goode
One of my favorite parts of hosting this podcast are moments when my guests say, “I wasn’t planning on talking about this!” We had many moments like this with Erica Goode. You’ll be surprised how many lessons can be found in a small rural town!In this episode, we talk about the importance of being you, no matter how different that makes you. Erica also breaks down the differences between men and women when it comes to money, and you may be surprised by the answer. Listen and be inspired to flip the narra...
2022-11-30
26 min
Consultants and Money
10-Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving! ***6 DON'T MISS TAX DEDUCTIONS FOR COACHES*** Get the FREE guide here Full show notes: ericagoode.com Instagram: @erica.goode.cpa LinkedIn: Erica Goode, CPA
2022-11-22
01 min
Consultants and Money
9-2023 Planning - 3 questions to ask yourself
“If we don’t pay attention to where you’re driving your business, it won’t end up where you want it to go.” Today I’m talking about business planning for the coming year. I dig deep into 3 crucial questions to ask yourself as you sit down and strategize what 2023 will look like for your business. Here’s what a client of mine had to say after we did this exercise for 2022: “I was floundering, and you've helped iron out what I have and given me hope for the future. I've been lookin...
2022-11-15
16 min
Consultants and Money
8-Increasing Your Prices, with Podcast Coach Wren Robbins
In today’s episode, I welcome Wren Robbins, Podcast Coach! In our first-ever interview with a bona fide coach, we dig deep into real talk about coaches-and-money. On a personal note, Wren shares a bit about her own background, how she got started in her business way back when…and what her business looks like today. On a business-money note, we talked about: Pricing: how do you know what to charge in the beginning? Beta program pricing Buying Psychology: offering options to encourage buyers Money mindsets: be comfortable with what you charge The relationship betw...
2022-11-08
39 min
Consultants and Money
7-Business Money 101: Bookkeeping Processes
“Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” Benjamin Franklin wasn’t trying to sound morbid when he said that, and neither am I. But at the end of the day, you DO have to pay your taxes, and if you don’t keep up with them, well…I promise it will catch up with you. So in this episode, I’ll be talking about bookkeeping, the one way to ensure that you keep all things money clear and straight in your business. And the only reason you really need to maintain some form of bookkeepi...
2022-11-01
16 min
Consultants and Money
6-Business Money 101: Bank Accounts
Today we are continuing our foundational mini-series on business money by talking about bank accounts. Now, just to be totally transparent here, I didn’t know what I was doing about setting up an account when I first started my business, either. I felt dumb and naive walking into the bank, and I suspect you might be feeling the same way, too. But I don’t want that for you. In this episode, I’ll cover: Why you want (and need) a separate business account To protect your personal assets To keep things...
2022-10-25
23 min
Consultants and Money
Business Money 101: Bank Accounts
Today we are continuing our foundational mini-series on business money by talking about bank accounts. Now, just to be totally transparent here, I didn’t know what I was doing about setting up a bank account when I first started my business, either. I felt dumb and naive walking into the bank, and I suspect you might be feeling the same way, too. But I don’t want that for you. In this episode, I’ll cover: Why you want (and need) a separate business account To protect your personal assets To keep th...
2022-10-25
20 min
Consultants and Money
5-Business Money 101: Business Insurance
Now, I’m sure you work with “nice people”, and you may even think you don’t need insurance because you’re not selling a product, but let me encourage you to listen up, anyway! Today I’m covering : why you do need insurance what base level insurance covers the definition of Liability/General Liability Insurance an important consideration if you plan on running or hosting an event how to start “shopping around” for insurance Your homework today: poke around for 15-30 minutes online with a current insurance provider for quotes for (or go ahead and purchase!) yo...
2022-10-18
19 min
Consultants and Money
4-Business Money 101: LLCs & EINs
No, friends, it’s not a recipe for alphabet soup! It’s all about setting a firm foundation for your business! In this episode, I discuss: The difference between a sole proprietorship and an LLC How they differ in terms of your personal asset protection How they affect your bottom line tax-wise When to set up an LLC, and how (it’s not as hard as you’d think!) The answer to the question: do I need a lawyer to do this? Finding your State’s Secretary of State (and I walk you through a sample set-up) Ho...
2022-10-11
28 min
Consultants and Money
3-Business Money 101: Financial Foundations
This week I'm starting a 4-part mini-series. So I took a little trip down memory lane to draw a colorful correlation between my family home - and how important it is for YOU to set up a firm financial foundation. You may think you know what I’m gonna say…but you may also learn a thing or two in the process - and be entertained by my reminder (wink-wink). So tune it! Find my show notes here: ericagoode.com/podcast Reach out on social media and say "Hi!" on IG - @erica.goode.cpa...
2022-10-04
11 min
Consultants and Money
2-A "No Money Shame" Zone
Whether you don’t take care of your hair, or you haven’t been taking care of your finances, be assured this is a “shame-free zone.” You’re here, and that’s what matters! I’m not here to judge you…so don’t judge yourself, either. In today’s episode, I just want to set your fears to rest. So let’s move forward together! Find my show notes here: ericagoode.com Reach out on social media and say "Hi!" on IG - @erica.goode.cpa Or on LinkedIn: Erica Goode, CPA Podcast Revie...
2022-10-04
07 min
Consultants and Money
1-We Speak English Here
Do you ever feel like money people speak in a foreign language? In today's episode, I recall holiday dinners where everyone around me actually was speaking another language! So today I'm making a pledge to you...and ask that you'd help me be accountable. Find my show notes here: ericagoode.com/podcast Reach out on social media and say "Hi!" on IG - @erica.goode.cpa Or on LinkedIn: Erica Goode, CPA Podcast Review Giveaway Between now and Oct 21st, leave an Apple Podcast review for Coaches, Consultants, and Money and be entered...
2022-10-04
09 min
Consultants and Money
Welcome to Coaches, Consultants and Money!
"Did you Google your tax advice this year?" Perhaps, but that's not really the best idea - and you don't need to do that anymore! Erica Goode, CPA, is a former director of finance with a Fortune 50 company and auditor at a Big Four company. Today, she's into YOUR business! Speaking to coaches and consultants who are business owners, her goal is to be a free resource for reliable money advice so they can make smart decisions with their finances. She'll be addressing some personal money matters, too - because we're more than just business o...
2022-09-12
02 min
The Prosper Collective
Pay your taxes with confidence with Erica Goode- Eps.10
In this episode, I am joined by Erica Goode,CPA and we talk all things tax. Erica is a seasoned financial expert and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) who possesses a wealth of knowledge from her career in public accounting at KPMG LLP in Chicago and in corporate finance at Walgreens headquarters where she led the financial planning process for a $2B division. Her passion is helping entrepreneurs and CEOs grow the profitability of their companies, while planning for their family’s personal financial future and with such a background and passion, Eric...
2022-09-01
45 min