Full Throttle Finance™️

Is your crew truly a contractor, or should they be on payroll? In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we break down one of the most misunderstood parts of running a race program: W-2 vs 1099 classification.

Whether you’re paying part-time help at the track or building a full paddock crew, how you set up payroll matters. We’ll walk you through how the IRS defines employees vs contractors, common mistakes we see in motorsports and small businesses, and why getting this right protects both your budget and your team.

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👥 If you're not sure how to structure your team, or you're thinking about switching someone to payroll, we can help. Book a consult here:

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Netflix quietly released F1: The Academy, a powerful docuseries following the journey of rising female drivers, and almost no one noticed.

In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we’re diving into why the show didn’t get the promo it deserved, what makes these women’s stories so compelling, and how visibility (or the lack of it) impacts the future of motorsport.

We explore:

This isn’t just about F1. It’s about access, opportunity, and the business of building a racing career, with or without the spotlight.

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🎙 What do a motorsport legend and a struggling farmer have in common? Turns out, everything. In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we’re breaking down Season 4 of Amazon Prime’s Clarkson’s Farm and how Jeremy Clarkson’s journey from Top Gear to tractor gear mirrors the challenges of running a small business.

From bureaucratic red tape to community-first decision-making, we unpack what Clarkson’s farm teaches us about financial risk, cash flow, and building a team that tells you the hard truths (yes, we’re talking about Charlie, the accountant). You’ll also hear us geek out over Lamborghini tractors, TikTok’s own Harriet the Farmer, and the pub that sticks to its values—even when that means leaving ketchup off the menu.

This episode is full of laughs, lessons, and a fresh perspective on how motorsports, money, and farming are more connected than you think.

👇 Need help building your own version of a Diddly Squat Farm or race program?

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🏁 It’s not just the machine that wins races, it’s the systems behind the team.

In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we’re diving deep into task management systems and why they’re essential for both race teams and small businesses. From missed deadlines to burnout to inconsistent processes, we’ve seen firsthand how a lack of systems can stall growth.

We cover:

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by everything that lives in your head, or your inbox, this episode is your roadmap to getting organized.

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💻 Thinking about switching from QuickBooks? We were too. This week on Full Throttle Finance™, we break down the exact software stack we use to run our consulting firm—including why we’re leaving QBO, the pros/cons of other platforms like Xero and Zoho, and why a new all-in-one system called COUNT might be the future for firms like ours.

We also share our favorite tools for project management, communication, and password security—plus how we choose the right software for each of our clients (instead of forcing a one-size-fits-all stack).

🔧 Tools we cover: QuickBooks, COUNT, Asana, Slack, Descript, 1Password, Xero, AppFolio, REI Hub, Zoho Books, Wave

📈 Real numbers: QBO’s price hikes by tier

🏁 And what motorsports has to do with our latest software demo

🎧 Join us for an honest, practical look at how small businesses can work smarter without breaking the bank. Check back in every Friday for a new episode!

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Why Smart Businesses Sponsor Motorsports | Full Throttle Finance™ Podcast

Thinking about sponsoring a racer or motorsport team? Wondering if it's worth it for your business? In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we break down the exact strategy behind our recent sponsorship of professional motorcycle racer Kayla Yaakov, and why it made sense for our brand.

We talk candidly about:

Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or motorsport fan — this episode offers insight into how sponsorships can fuel both brand growth and athlete dreams.

🎙️ Hosted by Felicia & Alli of Clean Bee Consulting

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📦 When Your Business Takes a Backseat (and That’s Okay)

This week, we’re getting honest about what happens when life gets busy and your own business falls to the bottom of the to-do list. After weeks on the road at Road Atlanta and visiting family, Felicia hadn’t touched Clean Bee’s books in almost a month—and guess what? The sky didn’t fall.

From missed bookkeeping tasks to automating invoices and keeping payroll running, this episode is all about how we stayed afloat using smart systems like Profit First, Hubdoc, and Asana.

✨ If you’ve ever felt like you’re dropping the ball in your business—this one's for you. Let’s talk grace, real workflows, and how to bounce back without burning out.

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One Year In: What Worked, What Didn’t & What We’re Changing

🎙️ Welcome back to Full Throttle Finance™! In this special Part 2 episode, Felicia and Alli reflect on what really worked, and what did not, during our first year as a consulting firm. From contract lessons and Upwork strategies to social media struggles and staying agile without strict goals, we’re getting real about the highs, lows, and everything in between.

💬 Whether you're scaling your firm, navigating client relationships, or launching a new service, these behind-the-scenes insights will hit home.

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Full Throttle Finance™ | Episode 20 – Part 1 of 2

This week, Felicia shares the raw, emotional, and powerful story behind how Clean Bee Consulting came to life. From losing her mom unexpectedly to walking away from burnout and building a thriving firm in under 12 months — this is the story behind the numbers.

📊 In Part 1, Felicia reflects on:

✨ Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone in need of a fresh start — this episode is your sign that it’s possible.

🛠️ Come back next week for Part 2 next Friday, where we break down the things that didn’t go to plan — and how we pivoted.

💛 Thanks for being a part of this story. We’re just getting started.

🏁 MotoAmerica Race Weekend — Trackside Talk + Tax Deductions

Full Throttle Finance™ – Episode 19 | Live from Road Atlanta

In our first-ever in-person episode, Felicia and Allison hit the track at MotoAmerica’s Road Atlanta round and bring you behind the scenes — from paddock life to race day finances.

We break down what we actually saw teams spending money on, and how those expenses show up on your books:

🛠️ What’s deductible now vs. what gets depreciated

🏍️ How to handle gear, rentals, tools, and repairs

💥 What happens when a bike crashes or an engine blows

💸 The tax side of contingency prize money (yes, it’s taxable)

We also share our impressions of the weekend — from race strategy to unexpected celeb sightings, a photo finish for the books, and lessons learned from seeing how the pros operate up close.

A huge thank you to Orange Cat Racing for welcoming us into your hospitality setup and giving us a front-row seat to what it takes to run a top-tier race program. And a special shoutout to Jayson Uribe and Andrew Lee for your incredible podium finishes this weekend — this is one race weekend we’ll never forget.

Whether you’re a race team owner, rider, or motorsports business, this episode is packed with real-world takeaways you can apply to your next event.

📦 Grab more financial tools + resources for racers at

👉 www.cleanbeeconsulting.com/fullthrottlefinance

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