The Climb with Kelsey
The Climb with Kelsey
Podcast Description
Kelsey is a six figure elopement photographer who helps photographers redefine their paths and build a sustainable and profitable elopement photography business! She uses proven business tactics that align with your unique strengths so that you can escape burnout, attract aligned clients, and experience freedom and fulfillment. She's most excited to show you that the most powerful, strategic way to get you the life you want is to be an elopement photographer. Kelsey blends transformative coaching with actionable, strategic insights that foster authentic growth and personal transformation.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers themes like elopement photography business strategies, SEO techniques for marketing, and work-life balance for creatives. Specific episodes discuss topics such as maximizing blogging for client attraction, creating a sustainable photography practice, and real-life stories from industry experts about transitioning to elopement photography.
Kelsey is a six figure elopement photographer who helps photographers redefine their paths and build a sustainable and profitable elopement photography business! She uses proven business tactics that align with your unique strengths so that you can escape burnout, attract aligned clients, and experience freedom and fulfillment. She’s most excited to show you that the most powerful, strategic way to get you the life you want is to be an elopement photographer. Kelsey blends transformative coaching with actionable, strategic insights that foster authentic growth and personal transformation.
Unpacking Taxes and Business Myths with CPA Helena Sweeter
In this episode of the Climb Tribe podcast, host Kelsey sits down with Helena Sweeter, a distinguished CPA and bookkeeper, to delve into the intricacies of business taxes.
Helena shares expert insights on tax management, debunking common myths about business entities, and offers advice on expenses, bookkeeping, and the importance of separate bank accounts. The discussion covers vital topics for small business owners, such as choosing the right business entity and understanding tax obligations. Helena also provides practical steps to simplify bookkeeping with software recommendations like QuickBooks and Gusto.
This episode is packed with actionable advice, ensuring listeners can navigate their tax obligations with confidence and clarity.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:50 Meet Helena Sweeter: CPA and Bookkeeper Extraordinaire
01:08 Helena's Journey: From Big Four to Sweeter CPA
03:18 The Birth of Sweeter CPA
08:38 Understanding Business Expenses
14:04 Navigating Car Expenses for Your Business
18:57 Common Tax Surprises and Misconceptions
24:42 Filing Taxes: Key Deadlines and Business Structures
34:30 Understanding S Corporation Taxation
35:00 Salary and Profit Streams in S Corporations
35:22 Tax Implications of S Corporation Profits
35:38 When to Consider Becoming an S Corporation
36:58 DIY S Corporations: Common Mistakes
38:20 The Importance of Consulting an Accountant
42:00 Bookkeeping Tips for Business Owners
45:41 Choosing the Right Bookkeeping Software
54:14 Sales Tax Considerations for Photographers
01:00:03 Final Thoughts and Resources
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