http://www.Balancedbystevie.com⠀
As the business owner (freelancers, 1099 employees, CEOs...I’m talking to all of you!), you and only YOU are responsible for making the right decisions for your business. ⠀
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Your trusted advisors (think CPA or Bookkeeper) are very valuable, no doubt. But they are not immune to making mistakes. ⠀
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Therefore it’s up to you to have a basic understanding of what questions you should be asking! ⠀
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The buck stops with you. At the end of the day, It’s your table that needs the food.⠀
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So as PAINFUL as I know it can be, it’s so important that you have a basic understanding of taxes and financial statements. ⠀
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Think about it...you more than likely exercise and try to eat healthy foods to help maintain your personal health. You have to maintain the health of your business as well! And having this knowledge is an essential part of being able to diagnose problems or identify what is working best for your business! ⠀

I’m on a mission to empower you!
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You have nothing to lose and everything to gain, because knowledge is power!⠀]]>enEntrepreneurshipCopyright Stevie Joneshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/263bc0fa5151ed0e6cdbf651eaba171d.jpghttp://www.Balancedbystevie.comWed, 19 Oct 2022 01:17:31 +0000Stevie JonesStevie Jonesstevie@balancedbystevie.comMy goal is to empower you, as the business owner, with the information that is RELEVANT to you to help make your business a success.⠀ ⠀ As the business owner (freelancers, 1099 employees, CEOs...I’m talking to all of you!), you and only YOU are...⠀
As the business owner (freelancers, 1099 employees, CEOs...I’m talking to all of you!), you and only YOU are responsible for making the right decisions for your business. ⠀
⠀
Your trusted advisors (think CPA or Bookkeeper) are very valuable, no doubt. But they are not immune to making mistakes. ⠀
⠀
Therefore it’s up to you to have a basic understanding of what questions you should be asking! ⠀
⠀
The buck stops with you. At the end of the day, It’s your table that needs the food.⠀
⠀
So as PAINFUL as I know it can be, it’s so important that you have a basic understanding of taxes and financial statements. ⠀
⠀
Think about it...you more than likely exercise and try to eat healthy foods to help maintain your personal health. You have to maintain the health of your business as well! And having this knowledge is an essential part of being able to diagnose problems or identify what is working best for your business! ⠀

I’m on a mission to empower you!
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You have nothing to lose and everything to gain, because knowledge is power!⠀]]>yesepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-avoid-overpaying-in-taxes-using-one-step--46465801
I also am SO excited to announce my MONEY IN THE BANK Masterclass!
Click the following link to register! DISCOUNT for those who register by 9/30!
https://balanced-by-stevie.mykajabi.com/masterclass]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46465801Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:00:10 +0000Stevie JonesI recently helped someone discovery that they OVER paid in taxes by $20k. This happens all the time. I see it more than you would think. So in this episode I explain the ONE step that you can take to make sure that this doesn't happen to you! I also...
I also am SO excited to announce my MONEY IN THE BANK Masterclass!
Click the following link to register! DISCOUNT for those who register by 9/30!
https://balanced-by-stevie.mykajabi.com/masterclass]]>673cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-magnetize-your-audience-to-build-a-multi-million-dollar-business-with-cait-scudder--45764719In the intro I mention my upcoming FREE masterclass called "MONEY IN THE BANK- The 6 Figure CEO's Crash Course to Biz. Finances." Guys I ONLY offer this class a few times throughout the year, so you don't want to pass on it! In this masterclass we cover the 4 things that EVERY business owner should know about the business finances (no exceptions!) The class is July 23rd, so REGISTER NOW at https://balanced-by-stevie.mykajabi.com/masterclass .
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This Episode is a FREAKING gold mine of information! I am joined by the incredibly impressive Cait Scudder!
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Cait Scudder is a high school teacher turned Forbes-featured 7 figure Business Coach for women entrepreneurs. A TEDx speaker, host of the Born to Rise podcast, and internationally recognized online business expert, as well as a loving mama and wife, Cait’s mission is to empower ten million driven, bold-hearted women to uncover their zone of genius and use it to create a profitable, purpose-driven business that changes the world. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, and Business Insider among several other publications. Find her inside her free Facebook community, The Radiant Entrepreneur, where she shares weekly free trainings and content for her community of boss babes, or on her website at www.caitscudder.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45764719Tue, 20 Jul 2021 11:00:11 +0000Stevie JonesWant to learn how to build a multi-million dollar business? If so, this is the podcast for you! In the intro I mention my upcoming FREE masterclass called "MONEY IN THE BANK- The 6 Figure CEO's Crash Course to Biz. Finances." Guys I ONLY offer this...In the intro I mention my upcoming FREE masterclass called "MONEY IN THE BANK- The 6 Figure CEO's Crash Course to Biz. Finances." Guys I ONLY offer this class a few times throughout the year, so you don't want to pass on it! In this masterclass we cover the 4 things that EVERY business owner should know about the business finances (no exceptions!) The class is July 23rd, so REGISTER NOW at https://balanced-by-stevie.mykajabi.com/masterclass .
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This Episode is a FREAKING gold mine of information! I am joined by the incredibly impressive Cait Scudder!
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Cait Scudder is a high school teacher turned Forbes-featured 7 figure Business Coach for women entrepreneurs. A TEDx speaker, host of the Born to Rise podcast, and internationally recognized online business expert, as well as a loving mama and wife, Cait’s mission is to empower ten million driven, bold-hearted women to uncover their zone of genius and use it to create a profitable, purpose-driven business that changes the world. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, and Business Insider among several other publications. Find her inside her free Facebook community, The Radiant Entrepreneur, where she shares weekly free trainings and content for her community of boss babes, or on her website at www.caitscudder.com.]]>24807figurebusiness,businesscoach,femaleentrepreneur,fempire,virtualcfoyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-manage-your-cash-like-a-millionaire--45494870.
The process that I outline in this episode is the same process that I use with my 1:1 clients, some of whom are generating millions of dollars within their business. IT. WORKS.
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Visit the episode notes here:
www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast/manageyourcashlikemillions]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45494870Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:45:17 +0000Stevie JonesI am kicking off season two with a topic that plagues the entrepreneurial world which is cash management. The knowledge missing around this subject is the biggest downfall that I see happening within the entrepreneurial world, and its one of the....
The process that I outline in this episode is the same process that I use with my 1:1 clients, some of whom are generating millions of dollars within their business. IT. WORKS.
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Visit the episode notes here:
www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast/manageyourcashlikemillions]]>1422bookkeeping,business,businesstax,finances,taxes,virtualcfocleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harness-your-artistic-talent-to-create-a-successful-business-with-susan-gordon-of-susan-gordon-pottery--43119364First of all, if you haven’t seen her pottery, go here now. I dare you not to buy something!
Susan Gordon is the founder of Susan Gordon Pottery which has been featured in Southern Living, Martha Stewart Weddings, Southern Lady & HGTV.

In this episode, we talk about how she built her business from a one-woman shop working with a kiln in her damp and unfinished basement, to a huge powerhouse of a business, and one of the most sought-after brands

She credits part of her success to a class that she took early on that taught her to dream big and not be embarrassed by her own dreams!
Susan was very generous in sharing her struggles along the way, and the lessons that she learned while becoming the leader of a now 16 person team, and how she is now dedicated to fiercely protecting her company’s mood and morale.

Podcast Notes:
https://www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast/susangordonpottery



She also reveals the one thing that she does each day that she calls “so replenishing.”
She took her dream and made it a reality, and her story is so inspiring!

We also got SUPER vulnerable and discussed our struggles with anxiety and ADHD.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43119364Tue, 26 Jan 2021 13:00:08 +0000Stevie JonesThis week on the podcast we have the one and only Susan Gordon of Susan Gordon Pottery! First of all, if you haven’t seen her pottery, go here now. I dare you not to buy something! Susan Gordon is the founder of Susan Gordon Pottery which has been...First of all, if you haven’t seen her pottery, go here now. I dare you not to buy something!
Susan Gordon is the founder of Susan Gordon Pottery which has been featured in Southern Living, Martha Stewart Weddings, Southern Lady & HGTV.

In this episode, we talk about how she built her business from a one-woman shop working with a kiln in her damp and unfinished basement, to a huge powerhouse of a business, and one of the most sought-after brands

She credits part of her success to a class that she took early on that taught her to dream big and not be embarrassed by her own dreams!
Susan was very generous in sharing her struggles along the way, and the lessons that she learned while becoming the leader of a now 16 person team, and how she is now dedicated to fiercely protecting her company’s mood and morale.

Podcast Notes:
https://www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast/susangordonpottery



She also reveals the one thing that she does each day that she calls “so replenishing.”
She took her dream and made it a reality, and her story is so inspiring!

We also got SUPER vulnerable and discussed our struggles with anxiety and ADHD.]]>3225businessowner,creativeentrepreneur,pottery,powerfulwomencleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taxes-made-easy-with-candice-walker--43000984In this episode I bring on my go-to tax expert Candice Walker to break down the super complicated subject that is taxes!

We cover:
- The big picture of how taxes work for the self-employed
- How YOU (and not just your CPA) will know when a tax restructure might be needed
- What kind of attention you should expect from a tax accountant
- When you have to pay quarterly taxes
- How women are the most powerful people on the planet :)

This is a must listen for anyone who is self- employed!
For episode notes:

https://www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43000984Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:30:20 +0000Stevie Jones"When I call my tax accountant, I feel dumb asking questions."---Let's fix this, shall we? In this episode I bring on my go-to tax expert Candice Walker to break down the super complicated subject that is taxes! We cover: - The big picture of how...In this episode I bring on my go-to tax expert Candice Walker to break down the super complicated subject that is taxes!

We cover:
- The big picture of how taxes work for the self-employed
- How YOU (and not just your CPA) will know when a tax restructure might be needed
- What kind of attention you should expect from a tax accountant
- When you have to pay quarterly taxes
- How women are the most powerful people on the planet :)

This is a must listen for anyone who is self- employed!
For episode notes:

https://www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast]]>2653business,selfemployed,taxesyesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-conversation-with-youtube-sensation-branding-expert-cathrin-manning--42871665
I also announce my Profit to Prosperity membership! For more information, click here and drop your email:
https://www.balancedbystevie.com/profit-to-prosperity]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42871665Tue, 12 Jan 2021 15:00:04 +0000Stevie JonesIn this episode, Cathrin and I discuss how she grew her business from $18k per year in 2019 to over $200k per year in 2020. This episode is such a delight, because Cathrin was so open & honest about her journey, the missteps along the way, and the...
I also announce my Profit to Prosperity membership! For more information, click here and drop your email:
https://www.balancedbystevie.com/profit-to-prosperity]]>2775business-coach,entrepreneur,femaleentrepreneur,smallbusiness,youtubecleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rent-a-storefront-or-continue-as-just-an-e-commerce-business--42400114
I also include a cautionary tale of how my client was told she owed $40k in taxes that she didn't see coming! Listen to find out how we decreased her tax liability by $10k and learn from her mistakes!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42400114Wed, 09 Dec 2020 17:22:14 +0000Stevie JonesIn this episode I cover ALL costs that you should consider when trying to decide whether or not you should open a store front (it's much more than just rent!) I also include a cautionary tale of how my client was told she owed $40k in taxes that she...
I also include a cautionary tale of how my client was told she owed $40k in taxes that she didn't see coming! Listen to find out how we decreased her tax liability by $10k and learn from her mistakes!]]>1135yesfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-biggest-mistakes-made-in-my-first-year-of-business--42009149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42009149Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:00:03 +0000Stevie JonesI'm baring it all in this one. I want all of you to learn from my mistakes, so I'm putting all of them out there! From under-valuing myself to over-spending, I cover all of my biggest business mistakes made in 2020. I also talk about the things that I...1034cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-start-marketing-your-business-with-aurrie-hicks--41672974You can find more information in the podcast notes at https://www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41672974Wed, 28 Oct 2020 12:30:15 +0000Stevie JonesIn this week's episode, I sat down with marketing & brand design expert and owner of "Hopson Rae", Aurrie Hicks. She discussed how she design the brand for yours truly, and she gives her best advice to small business owners who are just starting to...You can find more information in the podcast notes at https://www.balancedbystevie.com/podcast]]>2272cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-things-seo-with-maddie-searcy-of-maddie-searcy-agency--41528173We also discuss the new PPP loan forgiveness application for businesses that borrowed $50k or less (its SO much better), AND the stats behind how Covid-19 has exposed & amplified previously existing systemic inequalities. This one is jam- packed!
For more information, go to https://balancedbystevie.com/ and https://www.maddiesearcyagency.com/]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41528173Mon, 19 Oct 2020 13:29:17 +0000Stevie JonesIn this episode I sit down with inbound marketing specialist Maddie Searcy, and we discuss the staggering fact that roughly 90% of all business & consumer interactions come from search engines vs. social media! She drops her knowledge on how to make...We also discuss the new PPP loan forgiveness application for businesses that borrowed $50k or less (its SO much better), AND the stats behind how Covid-19 has exposed & amplified previously existing systemic inequalities. This one is jam- packed!
For more information, go to https://balancedbystevie.com/ and https://www.maddiesearcyagency.com/]]>2534cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/personal-finance-101-new-ppp-info--41318642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41318642Tue, 06 Oct 2020 11:00:20 +0000Stevie JonesThis week I have my FIRST EVER GUEST! And he's super handsome...he's my husband, Luke! He's a personal finance guru, and he walks us through how he whipped our personal finances into shape as soon as we got married. We also discuss some recent...1244cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-forget-these-tax-deductions--41195264https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41195264Tue, 29 Sep 2020 10:00:06 +0000Stevie JonesIn this episode I go over three key tax deductions available to business owners, why Venmo is not what you should be using in your business (they don't have you back), and how Louis Vuitton & Tiffany & Co. almost got married, but are now going...903cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-pay-yourself-consistently--41061031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41061031Tue, 22 Sep 2020 13:17:27 +0000Stevie JonesThis week we discuss how to pay yourself consistently from your business, why starting a business in 2020 might actually be a GOOD thing, and we talk about the craziest story you've never heard involving a murder, a prison escape, and how France first...1053cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/to-be-or-not-to-be-an-llc--40899511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40899511Mon, 14 Sep 2020 17:05:41 +0000Stevie JonesAre you an LLC? Are you not sure if you SHOULD be an LLC? How does it affect your taxes? In the episode I answer all of these questions for you. I also talk about the crazy/ridiculous way that fashion brands dispose of extra inventory, and the...672cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-know-what-s-driving-your-profit--40620173https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40620173Mon, 31 Aug 2020 19:46:31 +0000Stevie JonesListen for some great tips on how to record your business transactions in a way that will allow for you to see your profit margins per item or service type! I also discuss the one platform that you might not have considered using to bring awareness to...797cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-1-bookkeeping-tip-that-will-make-your-life-easier--40471774https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40471774Mon, 24 Aug 2020 15:20:14 +0000Stevie JonesIn this week's Balancing Act, we discuss the #1 bookkeeping tip that will make your life easier, we find out why this recession is more like a "she-cession", and we discuss one of the craziest stories I've ever heard when it comes to financial news.806cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-questions-to-ask-when-opening-a-business-bank-account--40373733https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40373733Mon, 17 Aug 2020 19:22:22 +0000Stevie JonesIn this week's episode we tackle questions that many of you have regarding business bank accounts, owner's pay, and accounting systems. We also discuss the head-scratcher which is the housing market during the pandemic, and the scammers who are out to...886cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-best-way-to-invoice-clients-accept-payments--40283105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40283105Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:10:05 +0000Stevie JonesIn this weeks episode we discuss the most efficient way to invoice your clients & collect payments with ease, the high points of the executive order signed by The President, and the fact that Mackenzie Scott is a BOSS!825cleanfull