In this episode, host Ryan Snaadt welcomes Grant Booth, CPA and partner at Jacobsen & Company, to discuss the ins and outs of accounting, financial planning, and tax strategies for small businesses. From understanding profit margins to navigating common accounting mistakes, this conversation is packed with practical advice for entrepreneurs and business owners.💡

What you'll learn:

-Why knowing your profit margins is critical

-Tips for scaling your business smartly

-Common tax write-offs you might be missing

-The importance of proper tax planning-Insights into Grant's journey as a CPA

📌 Timestamps0:00 - Introduction: Importance of profit margins0:55 - Meet Grant Booth: CPA and partner at Jacobson & Company2:27 - Why small businesses need professional financial guidance6:51 - How Grant started in accounting and became a partner11:03 - Understanding margins in different business types17:24 - Scaling smartly: Hiring, delegation, and growth strategies23:48 - Tax efficiency for high-income earners35:07 - Understanding S-Corps and LLCs for tax purposes39:15 - Overlooked tax write-offs for small businesses51:52 - Common accounting mistakes for business owners1:00:08 - Financial strategies: Saving, planning, and efficiency1:06:43 - Unique approaches at Jacobson & Company1:08:36 - Wrapping up: Building work-life balance for CPAs📢 Subscribe for more episodes!Don't miss future episodes where we bring in industry experts to share their knowledge and insights.Thanks for tuning in for this episode of the Rhymes with Odd podcast. Make sure to subscribe to catch future interviews. Follow on TikTok: @rhymeswithoddFollow on Instagram: @rhymeswithodd#RhymeswithOdd #BusinessPodcast

In this epsisode of Rhymes with Odd, we sit down with Amy Boyd. Amy recently went off on her own personal training business in her 40s, already hitting her max amount of clients and building a waiting list less than a year in.

We discuss her journey in athletics and fitness, how being a parent has been her biggest challege of life, and how she was one of the best female CrossFit competitors in Midwest during it's rise to popularity in the 2010s.

Learn how to overcome your fears, build a thriving service business, and take your 1-on-1 offering to a digital service to make more money.

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Join us as we dive into an inspiring and insightful conversation with Amy Swaner, a lawyer with a passion for artificial intelligence and its intersection with the legal world. In this episode, Amy shares her personal journey through law school, balancing family life, transitioning into AI consulting, and tips for small business owners navigating legal landscapes.

Whether you’re interested in law, AI, or entrepreneurship, this episode has something for you!

Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Amy’s challenging law school journey and personal story
• 01:09 - Introduction to Amy Swaner and her expertise in AI and law
• 02:12 - Legal disclaimers and navigating legal claims
• 05:23 - Amy’s career in litigation and her love for complex cases
• 10:15 - Childhood, family influences, and choosing law over medicine
• 15:34 - Balancing law school, parenting, and personal growth
• 28:26 - Turning challenges into opportunities and the power of perspective
• 47:52 - Amy’s transition into AI and consulting
• 55:03 - Discussing AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Spellbook
• 1:07:38 - Practical use cases for AI in daily life and business
• 1:17:33 - Legal tips for starting and running a business
• 1:25:14 - Resources for small business owners and leveraging local support

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In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Jarrett Stod, a social media influencer with over 12M followers on TikTok and 8M on YouTube, and the owner of Flex Factory gyms. From humble beginnings in the Midwest to taking massive risks like spending his last dollars on viral video content, Jarrett shares his relentless pursuit of success in business and fitness.

In this episode of the Rhymes with Odd podcast, Ryan Snaadt sits down with Joey Glenn, founder of Engineered Performance (EP). Joey shares his journey from chiropractic school to building a thriving business and eventually being acquired. This inspiring conversation delves into entrepreneurship, work-life balance, and lessons learned in the physical therapy and athletic performance space.

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In this episode, we sit down with Taufeek Shah, the visionary founder of Lola’s Fine Hot Sauce, to uncover the incredible journey from his mom's kitchen in Iowa to grocery store shelves around the world!

Taufeek shares the challenges of scaling a family business, the strategies behind landing deals with major retailers like Walmart, and the inspiration that fuels his passion for food and community.

🎧 Tune in for:The heartwarming origin story behind Lola’s Fine Hot SauceKey moments that skyrocketed the brand to successValuable advice for aspiring entrepreneursWhat’s next for Taufeek and Lola’s Hot Sauce🔥 Love this episode? Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories from trailblazers who are shaking up their industries!

In this episode of the Rhymes with Odd Podcast, host Ryan sits down with Brittany Todd, a serial entrepreneur from Decorah, Iowa. Brittany has successfully built and managed a variety of businesses, including an ice cream shop, coffee shop, photography business, business coaching event, and even an Airbnb rental. Together, they explore the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the importance of community, and the challenges of balancing work and family life.Brittany shares her personal journey, from starting small businesses during the pandemic to navigating tough decisions, managing growth, and empowering her team. She also offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the power of gut instincts, thorough research, and the importance of perseverance.Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with practical advice on how to turn your passion into a thriving business, create lasting community connections, and build a fulfilling life that integrates work and personal life seamlessly.

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Alesha shares how her background in graphic design and love for creativity led her to build a business that combines branding, marketing, and wedding stationary magic.

Tune in for inspiring stories, lessons learned, and insights into balancing creative passions with business growth!

🔖 Timestamps:

00:00 - Why Alesha started Tandem Heart: Building a team, not just freelancing.

01:04 - Introduction: Who is Alesha Burgraff?

01:34 - Transitioning from the advertising world to Tandem Heart.

02:32 - What Tandem Heart offers: Bridging weddings and branding.

07:08 - Alesha’s artistic inspiration from her family and childhood.

09:14 - Early career lessons and growth at Integer.

15:02 - Challenges and rewards of working with big brands.

22:05 - Starting Tandem Heart as a side hustle with a partner.

26:05 - Transitioning Heartland Weddings magazine to a subscription model.

34:39 - Finding unique ways to connect with advertisers and readers.

43:47 - Alesha’s advice for creatives: The importance of professional branding.

51:06 - Building a collaborative, small team for Tandem Heart.

57:06 - Long-term client relationships and evolving projects.

59:08 - Networking tips for starting your own business.

✨ Don’t miss Alesha’s insights into the power of collaboration, passion, and multi-faceted creativity in building a successful career.

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Abi Reiland—entrepreneur, gym owner, and commercial real estate agent—who shares her incredible journey of turning her passion for fitness into thriving businesses.

From opening her first CrossFit gym to balancing family life, Abby’s story is packed with valuable lessons on resilience, discipline, and the power of community.💡

What You’ll Learn:How Abi overcame the fear of failure to pursue her dreamsThe biggest challenges of starting and running a business

Abby’s tips for achieving work-life balanceHow to create a supportive network that fuels success

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In this inspiring episode of the "Rhymes With Odd" podcast, we sit down with Jeff Lucas to discuss his incredible journey from growing up in a small town to becoming an executive director in the nonprofit world, all while navigating personal loss, faith, and the cowboy lifestyle. Jeff opens up about how his father's battle with cancer changed his perspective on life and motivated him to make a difference. He shares the highs and lows of his rodeo career, the challenges of transitioning from small-town life to a leadership role, and the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're looking for inspiration, insights into the nonprofit sector, or a behind-the-scenes look at rodeo life, this episode is for you.

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Ep. 059: w/ Jeff Lucas

Jeff Lucas is currently the Executive Director of the Iowa Water Alliance, where he continues to lead efforts to improve water quality and environmental stewardship in Iowa. With a background in rodeo and a deep commitment to his community, Jeff offers a unique perspective on what it means to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact.

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