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March 25, 2025 2024 US Tax Updates with Emily Haines
In this episode, we are joined by Emily Haines, CPA and founder of Xpatax Solutions. Emily is an expert in U.S. taxation for expats, with years of experience helping individuals navigate the complexities of cross-border tax compliance. She specializes in making tax planning more accessible and stress-free, especially for Americans living in or connected to Germany.

We dive into the key 2024 tax updates that could impact your filing this year. While most of the changes were relatively minor, adjustments to the standard deduction and the foreign earned income exclusion due to inflation are worth noting. We also look ahead to potential major tax changes expected in 2025.

Other topics covered include how to set up an ID.me account, which you can read more about here, important tax deadlines to keep on your radar, and updates on Beneficial Ownership Information reporting and its evolving deadlines.
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27 min
March 24, 2025Pricing for Profit in the Service Sector: What You're Overlooking
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Are you focused on pricing for profit or just doing what everyone else does?
When setting prices it's easy to just focus on being like everyone else, but that may not fit your business. It may not bring you the profit you need. It might not even satisfy clients. The right prices are more than just doing what everyone else is, it's about doing what's right for your situation...for your business and clients.
In this episode of Live With The Pricing Lady, I dive into the most common pricing pitfalls service-based businesses face—like overly focusing on the competitor, fear-based pricing, and time-focused models—and reveal how to shift towards a more sustainable, profit-driven pricing strategy.
I’ll walk you through key strategies like value-based pricing, project-based models, and retainers, so you can create sustainable, profitable pricing that supports your business growth. Plus, I’ll share insights on building confidence in your pricing, communicating your value effectively, and avoiding scope creep.
Remember profit-based pricing doesn't make you greedy it makes you smart. Don't let doing the right things hold you back from business success!

Tune in to Live With The Pricing Lady your pricing podcast and start pricing for profit today.
What to listen out for:
00:43 The Importance of Pricing for Profit
02:58 Common Pricing Pitfalls
09:22 Strategies for Profit-Based Pricing
15:06 Overlooked Aspects of Pricing
18:53 Tips for Effective Pricing
20:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Don't go yet. If you're enjoying the show please rate and review. It helps us spread the word to more people and ultimately get more small businesses on the path to sustainable profitability and business success. Thanks for Listening.

What’s Next?
Let’s Talk
Looking for pricing support or interested in a partnership? Start here.
Connect on LinkedIn
Connect with me on LinkedIn for practical pricing insights, new episodes, and behind-the-scenes updates.
Why Pricing Feels So Hard
Curious why pricing feels so difficult? Explore the decisions behind confident pricing.
25 min
March 20, 2025Entrepreneurial Fears? Silence Your Inner Critic & Take Bold Action Now | Shayna Bergman
How do you know when it is time to stop clinging to security and finally trust yourself enough to make the leap?
Shayna Bergman helps parents in leadership roles move through burnout, self-doubt, and big transitions, and in this episode we talk about what it really takes to leave the corporate world, quiet the inner critic, and build something more aligned while raising young kids.
What Shayna shares:
How the pandemic pushed her to stop building for someone else and start building for herself
Why leaving corporate was more of a mindset shift than a logistics problem
How she helps moms move through self-doubt and make more intentional choices

This stuck with me:
When Shayna says that some days, if you only have 10 percent to give and you give that 10 percent, then that is your 100 percent for the day. That is such an important reminder for mompreneurs because so much unnecessary guilt comes from expecting full-capacity performance in seasons where we are running on empty.
More from Shayna Bergman:
Instagram @shaynabergmancoaching
www.shaynabergman.com
💡Dive deeper here: www.HeyBossMama.com/014
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Website
👋 WHO AM I?
Hey, I'm Manouchka Elefant, a business coach for mompreneurs with 15+ years in marketing and a specialization in positive psychology. After becoming a mom, I quickly realized that building a business with kids in the mix takes more than ambition. It takes clear strategy, honest support, and the kind of accountability that helps you actually follow through.
That's what led me to create Hey Boss Mama, a space where we talk honestly about business, motherhood, mindset, and what it really takes to stop doubting and start executing. If you're into real talk, smarter marketing, and support that helps you keep moving forward, hit follow for the latest Hey Boss Mama episodes.
I'm based in Switzerland, coaching mompreneurs everywhere English is spoken.
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More 👀 on your business!
Want more clients to find your business, but your marketing still feels reactive?
Back to Business is a 6-week mastermind for mompreneurs where we’ll build a realistic visibility plan around your business, your goals, and the time you actually have.
By October 19, you’ll know where to show up, what to say, and what to do next, with your first moves already underway.
Starts September 14. Only 12 spots!
SAVE YOUR SPOT 🔥Back to Business MASTERMIND
47 min
March 19, 2025 Escaping the US: How to Settle Into Your New Home Abroad
In this episode of the Escaping the US series, we guide you through settling into a new country and making it feel like home.

From setting up internet and utilities to registering with local authorities, opening a bank account, and navigating transportation, we cover everything you need to make your transition smooth. We also dive into key topics like bringing medications, finding healthcare, and building a community so you can feel at home faster.

Whether you’re a first-time expat or a seasoned traveler, these tips will help you hit the ground running.
Mentioned in this episode:
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17 min
March 14, 2025 From Sponsored Expat to Business Owner: Katrina Nacci’s Inspiring Move Abroad
In this episode, we chat with Katrina Nacci, a cross-border CPA and US expat, who shares her journey of moving overseas, navigating work sponsorship, and ultimately founding her own international accounting firm.

We dive into her experiences navigating immigration in different countries, career changes, building a business as an expat, and the lessons she learned along the way. As the founder of KN Tax, she offers valuable insights into US expat taxes, the realities of cross-border careers, the entrepreneurial mindset, and how to find success while living abroad.

If you’re curious about the expat lifestyle, cross-border careers, or starting a business in a foreign country, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice.
Mentioned in this episode:
Order "The Expat Money Playbook"
Passport to Wealth is a proud member of the SwissCast Network
Discover more podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland
SwissCast Network
23 min
March 10, 2025Creating a Pricing Strategy That Builds Long-Term Client Relationships
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Creating a pricing strategy can feel a lot like buying a lottery ticket—you pay the price, but there’s no guarantee of a return.
Now, consider your pricing approach. Do your clients feel like they’re gambling on whether they’ll get value? If you're not sure then you need to find out. And if they feel there's risk there, thex won't be inclined to buy. Furthermore, if they do buy and the value isn't there, they won’t stick around.
Your pricing strategy isn’t just about setting numbers; pricing, when done well, is a tool for building trust, fostering loyalty, and creating long-term client relationships. But how do you price in a way that not only reflects your value but also encourages clients to stay with you over time?
In this episode of Live with The Pricing Lady, you'll explore how to craft a pricing strategy that strengthens relationships while keeping your business profitable. You’ll discover how to price with confidence, communicate your value effectively, and set expectations that lead to lasting partnerships.
I’ll share key insights on balancing profitability with customer satisfaction, avoiding common pricing mistakes, and adapting your strategy as your business grows. Whether you're a service provider, consultant, or entrepreneur, this episode will give you the tools to develop a pricing approach that keeps clients coming back.
Tune in to learn how to price for both profit and partnership!
What to listen out for:
00:43 Building a Pricing Strategy for Long-Term Client Relationships
03:06 Mindset Shifts for Effective Pricing
09:04 Key Elements of a Relationship-Based Pricing Strategy
18:01 Common Pricing Mistakes to Avoid
26:27 Conclusion and Next Steps

Episode Links:
The Fair Price Formula: https://maven.com/the-pricing-lady/fairpriceformula
Don't go yet. If you're enjoying the show please rate and review. It helps us spread the word to more people and ultimately get more small businesses on the path to sustainable profitability and business success. Thanks for Listening.
What’s Next?
Let’s Talk
Looking for pricing support or interested in a partnership? Start here.
Connect on LinkedIn
Connect with me on LinkedIn for practical pricing insights, new episodes, and behind-the-scenes updates.
Why Pricing Feels So Hard
Curious why pricing feels so difficult? Explore the decisions behind confident pricing.
31 min
March 09, 2025Can Your Business Survive a Break? Lessons from My Maternity Leave
How do you prepare your business for maternity leave or any extended break without everything falling apart?
In this episode, you’ll learn how to step away more intentionally, protect your income and visibility, and make your return easier, without expecting yourself to keep everything running like nothing changed.
What you’ll walk away with:
The visibility and email list mistakes I wish I had fixed before stepping away
Why your financial plan matters just as much as your business plan before maternity leave
What actually helped me ease into motherhood and return to work more realistically

Don’t skip:
The money conversation I wish I had had before baby. Not planning for that part added stress I did not need, and it is such an important reminder for mompreneurs that stepping away from your business also requires honest financial planning, not just a rough content or client plan.
💡Dive deeper here: www.HeyBossMama.com/013
🍓CONNECT WITH MANOUCHKA
Instagram
LinkedIn
The Mompreneur Space Facebook Group
Website
👋 WHO AM I?
Hey, I'm Manouchka Elefant, a business coach for mompreneurs with 15+ years in marketing and a specialization in positive psychology. After becoming a mom, I quickly realized that building a business with kids in the mix takes more than ambition. It takes clear strategy, honest support, and the kind of accountability that helps you actually follow through.
That's what led me to create Hey Boss Mama, a space where we talk honestly about business, motherhood, mindset, and what it really takes to stop doubting and start executing. If you're into real talk, smarter marketing, and support that helps you keep moving forward, hit follow for the latest Hey Boss Mama episodes.
I'm based in Switzerland, coaching mompreneurs everywhere English is spoken.
Mentioned in this episode:
More 👀 on your business!
Want more clients to find your business, but your marketing still feels reactive?
Back to Business is a 6-week mastermind for mompreneurs where we’ll build a realistic visibility plan around your business, your goals, and the time you actually have.
By October 19, you’ll know where to show up, what to say, and what to do next, with your first moves already underway.
Starts September 14. Only 12 spots!
SAVE YOUR SPOT 🔥Back to Business MASTERMIND
14 min
March 05, 2025Streamline Your Business Like a Pro: Ditch, Delegate, Date, or Do | Saskia Mardi
What if the answer to feeling overwhelmed is not doing more, but making your business simpler to run?
Saskia Mardi helps online business owners streamline the back end of their business so they can save time, reduce stress, and stop drowning in tasks that do not really matter, and in this episode we talk about systems, priorities, and why business can feel chaotic even when things are going well.
What Saskia shares:
Why successful businesses still feel messy when the systems behind them are missing
How to stop treating everything like a priority and focus on the tasks that actually move things forward
Why streamlining before outsourcing can save you time, money, and a lot of frustration later

This stuck with me:
When Saskia says that if everything is a priority, then nothing is. That is such an important reminder for mompreneurs because overwhelm often comes from trying to carry too many “important” things at once, instead of choosing what really matters right now.
More from Saskia Mardi:
IG @saskiamardi
www.saskiamardi.com
💡Dive deeper here: www.HeyBossMama.com/012
🍓CONNECT WITH MANOUCHKA
Instagram
LinkedIn
The Mompreneur Space Facebook Group
Website
👋 WHO AM I?
Hey, I'm Manouchka Elefant, a business coach for mompreneurs with 15+ years in marketing and a specialization in positive psychology. After becoming a mom, I quickly realized that building a business with kids in the mix takes more than ambition. It takes clear strategy, honest support, and the kind of accountability that helps you actually follow through.
That's what led me to create Hey Boss Mama, a space where we talk honestly about business, motherhood, mindset, and what it really takes to stop doubting and start executing. If you're into real talk, smarter marketing, and support that helps you keep moving forward, hit follow for the latest Hey Boss Mama episodes.
I'm based in Switzerland, coaching mompreneurs everywhere English is spoken.
Mentioned in this episode:
More 👀 on your business!
Want more clients to find your business, but your marketing still feels reactive?
Back to Business is a 6-week mastermind for mompreneurs where we’ll build a realistic visibility plan around your business, your goals, and the time you actually have.
By October 19, you’ll know where to show up, what to say, and what to do next, with your first moves already underway.
Starts September 14. Only 12 spots!
SAVE YOUR SPOT 🔥Back to Business MASTERMIND
35 min
February 26, 2025Are you wasting your time with your Marketing? The 80/20 Rule Explained
What if your marketing feels hard because you are spending too much time on the wrong things?
Myth: You need to do more marketing, post more often, and be active everywhere to grow your business.
Truth: Most mom entrepreneurs do not need more marketing. They need to identify the small number of actions that are actually bringing in leads, sales, and real momentum.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
What the 80/20 rule is and how it applies to your marketing
How to figure out which efforts are actually bringing in clients and sales
What to stop doing so you can free up time and focus on what matters most

What I want you to remember:
Busy does not mean effective. If most of your results are coming from a small part of your marketing, your job is not to do more. It is to get clearer, cut the fluff, and put more energy into what is already working.
💡Dive deeper here: www.HeyBossMama.com/011
🍓CONNECT WITH MANOUCHKA
Instagram
LinkedIn
The Mompreneur Space Facebook Group
Website
👋 WHO AM I?
Hey, I'm Manouchka Elefant, a business coach for mompreneurs with 15+ years in marketing and a specialization in positive psychology. After becoming a mom, I quickly realized that building a business with kids in the mix takes more than ambition. It takes clear strategy, honest support, and the kind of accountability that helps you actually follow through.
That's what led me to create Hey Boss Mama, a space where we talk honestly about business, motherhood, mindset, and what it really takes to stop doubting and start executing. If you're into real talk, smarter marketing, and support that helps you keep moving forward, hit follow for the latest Hey Boss Mama episodes.
I'm based in Switzerland, coaching mompreneurs everywhere English is spoken.
Mentioned in this episode:
More 👀 on your business!
Want more clients to find your business, but your marketing still feels reactive?
Back to Business is a 6-week mastermind for mompreneurs where we’ll build a realistic visibility plan around your business, your goals, and the time you actually have.
By October 19, you’ll know where to show up, what to say, and what to do next, with your first moves already underway.
Starts September 14. Only 12 spots!
SAVE YOUR SPOT 🔥Back to Business MASTERMIND
9 min
February 24, 2025From Shy Pricer to Confident Pricing – with guest Jeannie Dougherty
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Are you a shy pricer or do you feel confident about your prices?
If you feel shy or uncertain about your prices, you're not alone. Many people feel this way, what's most important is that you identify that's you and start taking steps to shift things.
In this episode of Live with The Pricing Lady, we discuss the Shy Pricer mindset—why so many entrepreneurs struggle with pricing and how it can hold your business back. I’m joined by Jeannie Dougherty, a money coach and expert, who shares her insights on overcoming the fear of rejection, ditching comparisons, and stepping into your true value.
We dive into what a shy pricer is, how to shift from hesitation to confidence, how to better understand the value you bring, and why value-based pricing is the key to sustainable success. We also talk about the shy buyer and where it comes from and what it means to your business. If you've ever found yourself discounting, feeling shy about what you charge or unsure about how to price your offer you just might be the shy pricer and this episode is for you! Step into the light and join us.
Tune in as we explore the challenges and the practical strategies to help you move past pricing doubts and confidently charge for the value you deliver.
What to listen out for:
05:17 The Shy Pricer Explained
05:51 The Money Brain Concept
08:55 Characteristics of a Shy Pricer
15:18 Understanding the Shy Buyer
15:55 Overcoming Shy Pricing

Episode Links:
Reach out and talk to Jeannie.
Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moneyexpertforcareerchange/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjeanniedougherty/
Money Type Quiz: https://jeanniedougherty.com/take-money-type-quiz/
Don't go yet. If you're enjoying the show please rate and review. It helps us spread the word to more people and ultimately get more small businesses on the path to sustainable profitability and business success. Thanks for Listening.
What’s Next?
Let’s Talk
Looking for pricing support or interested in a partnership? Start here.
Connect on LinkedIn
Connect with me on LinkedIn for practical pricing insights, new episodes, and behind-the-scenes updates.
Why Pricing Feels So Hard
Curious why pricing feels so difficult? Explore the decisions behind confident pricing.
32 min

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