Today’s episode is a little different. Lisa Whitman is joining us to help shed light on the Beneficial Ownership Information Report. You may not know about this report or that anyone that has an LLC or corporation needs to file it based on the requirements of the Federal Corporate Transparency Act. This law was enacted in 2021 but went into effect January 1st, 2024 under the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. If you don’t file this form for your LLC or corporation, you could be subject to a $10,000 fine. 

Lisa is a Former Miss Rodeo USA, she grew up on a ranch and farm, and she’s an attorney with over 25 years of experience practicing in Oklahoma and Texas. She also created Morgan Wyatt, a business service company that is currently helping businesses file their Beneficial Ownership Information Report form. 

This form needs to be filed by December 31st, 2024, but don’t panic! In this episode, Lisa helps us navigate where to file, who can help you file, reasons you might have to re-file, and what scams to avoid. 

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Today we have the one and only Judy Wagner joining us! Judy is highly decorated in the western industry and I consider her a personal mentor. In this episode, Judy shares her backstory of growing up with seven siblings, losing her father at a young age, and the work ethic she gained while being raised on a Montana ranch. She also shares how she dreamt up Gator Ropes and has had such an incredible career at Montana Silversmiths. 

Judy bestows true inspiration throughout the episode, but especially as she shares how her highest compliment “nice job, cowgirl” or “nice job, cowboy” came about. We get deep into mentorship, what impact your actions have on others, and how we all need to keep dreaming. 

Don’t miss this episode chock full of wisdom from an extraordinary businesswoman, trailblazer, and human. 

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We are back with another bonus episode! Justin Bates of Strategic Financial is joining me to cover essential year-end finance tips for individuals and business owners for the upcoming tax season. Whether you're an employee, new business owner, or have an established business, Justin is sharing tips to help set you up for success.

In today’s episode, we are looking at the importance of taking a strategic approach to your finances throughout the year to avoid tax season stress and set you and your business up for financial success. Justin is also sharing insight into retirement plans, Roth IRAs, and why business owners need to separate business and personal finances. We also discuss financial planning needs for both young and established business owners, tax strategies for those in lower and higher tax brackets, and succession planning for established business owners. Regardless of where you are in your financial journey, Justin is providing valuable and practical insight to help you reach your financial goals.

Listen to the September Bonus Episode: BONUS: Retirement Planning Essentials with Justin Bates

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I’m excited to have my friend, Nicole Poyo Brennan on today’s episode. Nicole is an incredibly talented equine and western photographer. In this episode Nicole shares about her upbringing on the east coast, how she came to the western side of the United States, tips on time management, and how she has built her successful career. 

Nicole also shares information about her course, Equine Photography Foundations, she teaches at the Be A Maker School. From growing up loving horses, to doing NASCAR photography in college, Nicole’s path to where she’s landed is fascinating. 

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I am truly grateful to have Nevada Miller on today’s episode to share her insights on scaling a handmade business. In this episode Nevada gives tips for when you’re first starting your business, three ways to diversify your offerings, and advice when you’re first getting into trade work. This episode is filled with inspiration and wisdom from Nevada as she’s scaled her business and is teaching others how to do the same. 

Nevada is a silversmith, engraver, maker, entrepreneur, ranch wife, western trade instructor and mother. She wears many different hats at her home in southeastern Oregon. Her entrepreneurial spirit started at a young age growing up in California.

She also shares an announcement that her Be A Maker School is launching a business course, The Business of Making, on October 1st. This course is designed for the maker that wears all the hats in the business. From pricing and marketing to invoicing, processes and so much more, multiple experts in western trades will provide you with information everyone wishes they had known before they started their business. I’m excited to share that I will also be one of the instructors!

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I’m excited to have Melissa Grimmel Schaake on this week’s episode! Originally from Maryland, she was raised on a multi-generational grain operation with a passion for livestock and a strong work ethic at a young age. She moved to the midwest to attend Kansas State University. Later, her and her husband, Shane, started a herd together before they even got married. They now proudly own and operate Grimmel Schaake Cattle Company in the Flint Hills of Kansas. 

As a first generation cattlewoman, it’s incredible that Melissa won the 2024 American Hereford Association’s Hereford Herdsman of the Year award. In this episode she shares how she started with herefords, how she stays focused on her “why”, and how she faces adversity with a strong family and friend support system. Melissa also talks about who they serve and how they achieve a superior customer experience. 

There’s so much wisdom Melissa leaves us to ensure we’re following how to be you, do you, for you.

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Today I want to talk about the importance of having fun. I share my son’s journey in rodeoing and going from the top in his age bracket, where he was very competitive, to the bottom of a new age bracket, where he’s up against some very handy, tough, and older boys. 

We take practice and being competitive very seriously in our family, but sometimes it’s a fine line between focusing so heavily on winning, that you can lose the element of fun while you do it. 

Having fun builds confidence and having confidence is what creates that competitive spirit. It all goes hand in hand. So often the things we love doing turn into a job and we lose the element of fun. External factors and stress creep in, and we lose the love because the fun is lost.

This episode is a good reminder to ask yourself: are you having fun?

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We are kicking off our bonus episode series about what you need to know about finance to set you, your family, and your business up for success! Justin Bates is joining me throughout this series to give us the information needed to begin thinking about finances and to make more educated financial decisions.

Today, we are diving into retirement planning essentials. Thinking about and planning for retirement can seem daunting and many of us don’t know where to begin. Justin is sharing some tips on making the most of your 401k, who should have an IRA, and where to begin with retirement savings for those who are self-employed. We also discuss the importance of comprehensive financial planning and diversifying your investments. If you are overwhelmed by financial planning, remember it doesn't have to be daunting and you can take simple, proactive steps toward securing your financial future.

Listen to Episode 66: Welcome to Your Financial Future with Justin Bates of Boots Financial

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Today I have Hope Brandt, owner of Hopewell Health on the show. Hope and I met at an event sponsored by the Beef Checkoff in Denver and we discovered we have the same podcast producer! We decided to be on each other’s podcasts this week; go give her podcast, That’s Healthy?! a follow!

In today’s episode Hope covers the frameworks she’s developed of a PEC Plate (protein, energy, color) and Two Mac Snacks that help with balance, nourishment, and satisfaction. She’ll dive into how to go about changing body composition, build muscle, and how to get the right amount of servings of fruits, vegetables, and protein. We also talk about the importance of protein (specifically beef!) in kids. Hope is all about positive outcomes and getting healthy results. 

Hope is a Registered Dietitian. She first attended LSU and received a degree in mass communications and started working in marketing. The nine-to-five life wasn’t a good fit so she looked for something she’s passionate about and also allows scheduling freedom. She went back to school to become a Registered Dietitian. She wants to help eliminate unrealistic body expectations and help better the relationship women have with their bodies, food, and nutrition. 

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I am so excited to share our first bonus episode recorded live at Dallas Market Center! In this episode, I have three incredible guests joining me to share some insight into their businesses and how connecting and building relationships at Dallas Market Center and beyond is key to their success.

Today we are joined by Cindy Morris, Ryan Vaughan, and Jill Tweedy to discuss the importance of the Dallas Market Center for both designers and retailers. We are also talking about their journeys to where they are now, why fostering genuine connections and understanding customer needs are crucial, and why it’s important to look at customer feedback as a way to improve.

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