Paden Squires, a seasoned CPA, talks about how important year-round tax considerations are for entrepreneurs. He discusses common tax pitfalls and stresses the importance of proactive planning to prevent end-of-year panic and financial disarray. Paden gives advice on setting up simple, effective systems to manage business finances, ultimately leading to smarter business decisions and smoother tax seasons. His approach breaks down the complexities of tax preparation, aiming to equip business owners with the knowledge to handle their financial responsibilities more confidently.

Chapters:

• 00:00:00 - Welcome & Introducing Paden Squires, CPA Extraordinaire
• 00:00:35 - Unpacking Tax Trauma: Personal Stories with Business Impact
• 00:01:57 - Meet Paden: From CPA to Financial Guru
• 00:04:35 - Paden's Journey and Tax Consulting Expertise
• 00:07:18 - Why Robust Financial Systems are Game-Changers for Entrepreneurs
• 00:10:12 - The Critical Role of Accounting Systems in Scaling Businesses
• 00:13:09 - Mastering Taxes: Paden's Strategies for Proactive Planning
• 00:18:34 - Exploring the Future: AI's Transformation of Accounting
• 00:20:43 - Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways & Connecting with Paden

Links And Resources:

• Paden Squires
• Paden on LinkedIn
• Behind Their Success Podcast
• Paden on YouTube
• WR Tax
• Paden’s LinkTree
• Amplafy Media
• Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
• Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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