The Empowered CPA

Dawn Scott

Are you looking for a place that demystifies the business side of Entrepreneurship? Hello and welcome to The Empowered CPA podcast, I am so glad you are here! I am your host Dawn Scott. Using my experience in publicly traded companies, boutique accounting firms and working with high net worth individuals, I have built an accounting practice based around the needs of passionate Entrepreneurs. I help navigate my clients through all stages of their businesses. This Podcast will talk about real life challenges and successes that my clients and I have worked through together as well as talk about developments in tax and accounting world. I am on a journey to ensure than all entrepreneurs feel empowered, capable and confident in the financial side of their business. I am certain that no one listening started their business and said to themselves “I can’t wait to spend all of my time trying to figure out tax and accounting!” This podcast is a celebration of people who have joined me on this journey with an open heart and open mind, and we will hear how they started, what they learned, obstacles they overcame, and steps they took to make the changes and meet the challenges they encountered along the way. We will laugh, share, relate, grow, and bond over our common experiences, resulting in enrichment in business, and in life. So join me on this path to prosperity, and find fresh inspiration, create new confidence, and become better entrepreneurs...together. Follow the Empowered CPA on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy listening! read less

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S2E6 : Big Announcement and The Power of Listening to Your Inner Voice

S2E6 : Big Announcement and The Power of Listening to Your Inner Voice

In this episode, I share some exciting announcements about our blow dry bar, Glam Bar, including a new rebrand and franchise. I officially introduce the new name, Alchemy Park Style Bar, and discuss the meaning behind it. I also discuss my onboarding process for new clients and emphasize the importance of listening to your gut and setting clear boundaries. I provide valuable insights for new business owners and highlight the significance of mutual respect in professional relationships. For more info about the blow dry bar visit: @Glambarsfl and @AlchemyParkStyleBar on Instagram https://www.glambarsfl.com/ Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube: @TheEmpoweredCPA https://www.theempoweredcpa.com/

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S2E6 : Big Announcement and The Power of Listening to Your Inner Voice

S2E6 : Big Announcement and The Power of Listening to Your Inner Voice

In this episode, I share some exciting announcements about our blow dry bar, Glam Bar, including a new rebrand and franchise. I officially introduce the new name, Alchemy Park Style Bar, and discuss the meaning behind it. I also discuss my onboarding process for new clients and emphasize the importance of listening to your gut and setting clear boundaries. I provide valuable insights for new business owners and highlight the significance of mutual respect in professional relationships. For more info about the blow dry bar visit: @Glambarsfl and @AlchemyParkStyleBar on Instagram https://www.glambarsfl.com/ Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube: @TheEmpoweredCPA https://www.theempoweredcpa.com/

S2E5 : Collaboration and Trust in the Financial Planning Process with Cassandra Stahl

S2E5 : Collaboration and Trust in the Financial Planning Process with Cassandra Stahl

In this episode I am joined by Cassandra Stahl, a financial planner who approaches her work in a non-traditional way. We discuss the importance of understanding clients' goals and values, the need for collaboration and trust in the financial planning process, and the shift towards a more client-centered approach in the industry. Cassandra emphasizes the importance of finding a financial advisor who aligns with your values and communicates in a way that is easy to understand. She also highlights the significance of personal growth and self-reflection in her own life and encourages listeners to ask uncomfortable questions when seeking financial advice. Find out more about Cassandra Stahl here: Cassandra Kozakis Stahl, Partner and Private Wealth Advisor - Bedminster, NJ 07921 | Northwestern Mutual www.theEmpoweredCPA.com @theempoweredcpa

S2E4 : Identifying Your Money Script: Recognizing Strengths and Weaknesses

S2E4 : Identifying Your Money Script: Recognizing Strengths and Weaknesses

Money scripts are subconscious beliefs about money that develop in childhood and shape our relationship with money in adulthood. There are four main money scripts: money avoidance, money worship, money status, and money vigilance. Each script has its own characteristics and behaviors. Understanding our money script can help us identify our strengths and weaknesses when it comes to money management. It is important to have open and honest conversations about money with our partners and business partners to find compromises and avoid conflicts. www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com @TheEmpoweredCPA

S2E3 : Where We Are and Where We Want to Go with Huck Finch

S2E3 : Where We Are and Where We Want to Go with Huck Finch

In this episode, I am joined by Matt and Hien of Huck Finch, who work in the creative space helping B2B companies with branding and websites. They discuss their journey of reflection and reevaluation after a challenging year, and how they discovered their passion for helping other creatives scale and grow their businesses. They emphasize the importance of a respectful and supportive partnership, the impact of community, and the need for constraints in entrepreneurship. They also share advice for those considering a new direction and promote their podcast, which focuses on web design and the non-creative aspects of running a successful creative business. Find out more about these amazing guys here: huckfinchbranding.com instagram.com/huckfinch/?hl=en twitter.com/wearehuckfinch Their podcast: Huck Finch - YouTube More about us: www.theEmpoweredCPA.com @theEmpoweredCPA

S2E2 : Money + Feelings - An Overview of Financial Therapy

S2E2 : Money + Feelings - An Overview of Financial Therapy

Join me today to explore an overview of the different concepts of financial therapy. We put money and feelings together to identify the different money script and the concepts of why we do what we do with money. We look at your history with money, relationships with family members and money attachment as well as money conflict. You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S2E1: We are BACK!!!

S2E1: We are BACK!!!

Hello everyone, we are officially BACK after a year of BIG changes! This season will be full of amazing guests (as always!), updates of all the amazing things we have been working on, talking about financial therapy and why we do what we do with money and addressing all the things we hear about on the various social media platforms.

S1E46: Making Connections with Arielle Leavitt

S1E46: Making Connections with Arielle Leavitt

On today’s episode, I am joined by the wonderful Arielle Leavitt. Arielle is a woman of many talents, some of which includes running her own practice, building a community of women business owners, and hosting The Connector podcast show. Arielle has a passion for networking, making introductions and bringing together people from all walks of life. We get into how we met, Arielle’s path that got her to where she is now and the importance of having a strong community of businesswomen around you. You can connect with Arielle here: @arielle.leavitt on Instagram arielletheconnector@gmail.com www.arielleleavitt.com You can also listen to her podcast The Connector on all podcast platforms You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E45: Finishing the Year Strong

S1E45: Finishing the Year Strong

In this episode, I discuss how to finish out the year strong for your business. I talk about finalizing your books, how to get ready for filing your 1099’s in January and ways to reduce your taxable income. I also discuss how it is important to take the time to celebrate victories, learn from challenges and make goals for the upcoming year. You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E44: Embracing Change and Mindfulness with Jennifer Gress

S1E44: Embracing Change and Mindfulness with Jennifer Gress

On this episode, I am joined by mindfulness, meditation and yoga teacher and speaker, Jennifer Gress. Jennifer is a “recovering” CPA who changed career paths after entering motherhood and finding inspiration from a yoga instructor who introduced her to the concept of mindfulness. Jennifer took a big leap, leaving behind her traditional and stable job to do what felt right in her heart. Jennifer speaks with us about the importance of mindfulness, her struggles throughout her journey, and the importance of staying true to yourself. If you want to connect with Jennifer Gress: @jenniferdailygress on Instagram You can also listen to Jennifer’s podcast “Ask A Better Question” https://www.jenniferdailygress.com/ You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E43: How Shannon Turned Her Side Hustle into The Business of Her Dreams

S1E43: How Shannon Turned Her Side Hustle into The Business of Her Dreams

Today I am joined by Shannon Palermo, founder of Modern Balance Solutions. Shannon and I talk about how she started bookkeeping on the side to make an extra $1,000/month. When the pandemic hit, she found herself unemployed and relying completely on her side hustle. Listen in for all her advice on how to successfully make the transition and build the business of your dreams. You can find Shannon here: Modern Balance Bookkeeping Solutions (modernbalancesolutions.com) You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E42: Becoming Your Best Self with Rosemarie Rutecki

S1E42: Becoming Your Best Self with Rosemarie Rutecki

Today I was joined by Dr. Rosemarie Rutecki, PharmD IMFCP, founder of Functional Pharmacy where she helps her clients find the root cause of their diseases. Rosemarie works with High-Performance Individuals, who want more energy, health, and optimal fitness to be at the top of their game. Listen in to hear how you can become a better version of yourself! You can find Rosemarie here: Dr. Rosemarie Rutecki (functional-pharmacy.com) You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E41: How to Pivot with Jamie Ruden

S1E41: How to Pivot with Jamie Ruden

Today I am joined by the amazing Jamie Ruden, founder of Dog Spotted and Be Spotted. After becoming a dog foster parent, Jamie quickly realized there were very few services for dog parents in NYC. Jamie is now on a mission to help pet parents navigate pet parenthood as well as empower business who serve the industry. Nearly two years into her journey, Jamie made a major pivot in the services she was providing, listen in to hear what she did to make that the transition as seamless as possible! You can Jamie here: Digital Marketing for Pet Brands - Be Spotted (be-spotted.com) And here: Welcome to Dog Spotted | Dog Spotted You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E40: How to Engage Your Audience with David Doerrier

S1E40: How to Engage Your Audience with David Doerrier

The wonderful David Doerrier is back this for this week’s episode. David, a presentation skills expert, and the founder of Present Your Way to Success, guides us through principles of engagement. By learning these principles, any speaker, trainer, and presenter can learn to strategically design engaging materials and facilitate meetings and learning in various settings. David tells us about the importance of nonverbal communication, storytelling, and transitions. He also explains how to create a good pitch and introduces The Adult Learning Theory. You can find David Doerrier and his e-book at: www.PresentYourWayToSuccess.com or on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/daviddoerrier/ You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E39: A Subtle Revolution with Felicia Kashevaroff

S1E39: A Subtle Revolution with Felicia Kashevaroff

On this episode, I am joined by Felicia Kashevaroff, co-founder of Tend Task. Tend Task is a company that focuses on creating a peaceful household partnership through their household organization app and coaching. Their company was designed to track and allocate the invisible labor happening in households but also provide solutions. They offer a subtle and direct way of inviting and offering support with essential household tasks to make room for more of what matters. Felicia gives us some insight on gender imbalances, why it is important to find balance and what motivated her to start her company. You can find Tend Task at: @TendTask on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter You can also download the Tend Task: Household Organizer app on the App Store and Google Play www.TendTask.com You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E38: Communication is Key with Rachel Tabacnic

S1E38: Communication is Key with Rachel Tabacnic

My guest this week, Rachel Tabacnic, has a wonderful career in public relations. Her passion for communication has landed her jobs with major companies and franchises. Through her work, she has helped various businesses survive and thrive. Rachel found a niche in restaurants, hospitality, and business entrepreneurs. We talk about the importance of communication and exposure, how Rachel started her own business, knowing your worth and all about confidence. If you want to reach out to Rachel, you can email her at rachel@prdivarach.com or find @prdivarach on Instagram. You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E37: Setting Boundaries as Your Business Evolves

S1E37: Setting Boundaries as Your Business Evolves

In this week’s episode, I tackle how to keep up with your growing business and how to navigate through some of the problems that could arise as your businesses progresses. I talk about some of the things I’m currently dealing with, such as how to go about getting paid, how to separate yourself emotionally, understanding your value, and enforcing boundaries. You can follow The Empowered CPA at: @TheEmpoweredCPA on Instagram The Empowered CPA on Facebook www.TheEmpoweredCPA.com

S1E36: This Week’s Main Topics

S1E36: This Week’s Main Topics

In this episode, I sum up some of the topics that have come up this week at my practice. I talk about a personal victory of mine involving new boundaries and growth, I answer some questions about installment plans and how to set them up, and I talk about how I prepare for hard situations.

S1E35: The Four Best Things I Was Asked This Week

S1E35: The Four Best Things I Was Asked This Week

In this week’s episode, I answer some of the best questions I was asked this week. Although they might not go together, I get asked these questions very frequently. We’re going to talk about tax deductions for clothes and psychic readings, buying or selling your home or business as a self employed individual and my recent experience posting a job listing amongst my peers.

S1E34: Digital Nomad Taxes

S1E34: Digital Nomad Taxes

In today’s episode, I focus on how U.S. taxes work for digital nomads. Digital nomads work remotely using technology and the internet while traveling in different locations. Whether traveling in the states or internationally, there is a high likelihood you must pay taxes in multiple locations. I explain what is and is not a deductible expense, how to go about both international and local tax filing and how to ensure you are remaining compliant.

S1E33: Feminine Energy with Charlett Albert

S1E33: Feminine Energy with Charlett Albert

In today’s episode I talk with Charlett, a sales coach and feminine leadership mentor, about how she helps female business owners build a highly successful and sustainable business by shifting back and forth from feminine to masculine energy. We walk through the characteristics of the different energies and how they are both essential to be successful.