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She breaks down business entity types and what it takes to run each one in DC, and what benefits each one carries. As a pro bono service provider, Christine and her organization hold education at a high level. They want the people they serve to feel equipped to make informed decisions for their businesses.  “Do everything right from the beginning, understand what you’re doing, and plan for when th...

Today we sit down with friend of the show, and HR Heroine, Tiffany Williams, to talk about how she managed to marry her love for art and graphic design with her passion for writing.  Tiffany is the Career Cultivation Enthusiast behind Pitch , a resume, ghost writing, and notary service provider based in Atlanta, GA.  She’s a master wordsmith with a passion for preparing working professionals to pr...

Are you in a space where you know your business is evolving, but you’re getting leads that no longer align with that trajectory? Then this conversation is for you! Kat and the crew want to help you uncover your brand’s true purpose and attract a new caliber of clientele.   “I want Afternoon Culture to be that place that people come to once they’ve had their ‘Aha’ moment and are ready to pivot.” -...

Takia McClendon is a running coach, personal trainer, and activist on a mission to debunk diet and fitness myths. As co-founder of City Fit Girls, a Philadelphia-based fitness and running community that aims to empower people to get moving on their own, Takia is constantly seeking ways to use running as an act of resistance for people who don’t have access to boutique studios and other pricey fitn...

So, you’ve reached the point in your entrepreneurial journey where you need help to function effectively. You find the perfect candidates, offer them the job, onboard them and they’re ready to get to work...and get paid.  This week we discuss the two classifications of people who do work for you - independent contractors and employees. It is in the best interest of the employer to keep as many con...

In our current social climate, the conversation around advocacy and allyship are on-trend across professional and personal spaces alike. At some point, most of us have probably had to carry the burden of serving as the BIPOC spokesperson to people in our network who say, “I want to support, but don’t know what I can do”.  Well, diversity and inclusion strategist, Amber Cabral, has literally writte...

In the age of COVID-19, many people are taking advantage of a slower-paced world by finding opportunities to grow their businesses. As a result, some have transitioned to a place where they may need to hire help and are seeking guidance on how to appropriately pay the people doing work for them. If you’re one of those people, do you know what payroll really means? If you’ve asked questions such as...

“So Keila, what’s the difference between an accountant and a bookkeeper, and which one do I actually need?” This is a question that I’m asked almost every day both on and offline and since both accounting and bookkeeping play important roles in maintaining pristine financial records, we’ll be breaking it all down in this week’s episode and learning: The job functions and differences of both accoun...

Contrary to popular opinion, Millennials aren't the only ones doing side work and following their dreams, Baby Boomers are emerging as entrepreneurial spirits as well!   This week, we get to hear from Generation X firsthand through a reluctant representative -- my mom. As a Program Analyst for the CDC she has a deep passion for African American genealogy research and shares: • Her experience disco...

To make the best strategic decision for your accounting needs, you need to understand the differences between accrual and cash accounting and how your choice may affect how you file your taxes. While the biggest difference may be easy to understand — deciding when to recognize income and expenses — there are other nuances that need a bit more explaining.    So, in this episode, we discuss: • The d...

If you’ve been tuning into our podcast for awhile or hanging out with us on Instagram, you’re not surprised when we say this: You should be charging more for your goods and services. Yes, you! When you undercharge for your service or product, you’re not only sending a clear message to existing and potential clients and customers about your value, you’re also telling them how to perceive your worth...

Entrepreneurs are no strangers to isolation — we often work alone and make most of our decisions by ourselves. And while we’re used to going at things solo, it doesn’t mean we thrive in that environment.   That’s why we’re so excited to get to know and introduce you to people who are making moves to not only grow their businesses, but working to grow the community of entrepreneur networks. Meet St...

The past quarter of the year has been unlike anything we ever anticipated for our businesses. The pandemic has introduced a new level of complexities to our ventures, but thankfully, state and federal agencies have been aiming to help businesses like yours navigate the change in sales numbers. For those of you who are running the show solo as sole proprietors, you may have taken advantage of the P...

There’s a gap in society — those who were taught financial literacy early on, and those who weren’t. We feel like we should be managing our finances well, but we don’t know the first place to start. As a result, this lack of knowledge is a pain point for many, leading to shame, feeling overwhelmed, and guilt. Because we know so many of us struggle with these feelings on a daily basis in our busine...

So, you’ve made the leap and you’ve decided the world needs your product or service. Congratulations! We’re so proud to support you on this journey — it’s both rewarding and incredibly challenging, at times. As a way to support you, welcome to the Accounting for Entrepreneurs Workshop, which will help you understand and set up your business’s personal accounting. During this workshop, you’ll learn...

Because of the uncertain times we’re living in and the accompanied chaos it brings, it’s likely everything in work and life feels a little off balance. As we’re all trying to define what normal in this season looks like for us, it’s important to stay on top of the things we can control.  That’s why I’m so glad to have Tiffany, the founder of Pitch HR, join us on today’s episode. Pitch HR specializ...

Whether you’re selling your homemade goods from the trunk of your car or if you’re five years into your LLC, knowing how to pay yourself is one of the most-asked questions entrepreneurs have. And on today’s episode of the Fish Food podcast, we’ve got answers! You’ll want to tune into this episode if: •  You’ve ever wondered the difference between a sole proprietorship, a partnership, an LLC, and a...

Ticora is founder and chief esquire officer of The Creator’s Law Firm, a boutique firm that specializes in helping people protect their creative work, products, and business names. Not only is she dropping invaluable knowledge about how to strengthen your business, she also dives into how she got her start in entrepreneurship, how she overcame her fear of starting something new, and what she’s wor...

Any time a small business launches and not only survives, but thrives, it’s a pretty big deal. It’s been two years of hard work, a lot of effort, and even a few tears.  So, today Little Fish’s founder, Keila Hill-Trawick, is taking a trip down Memory Lane where she shares: Three reasons why she’s celebrating her small business.  Her work history and background. What it was like to quit her full-ti...

Calling all creatives and makers! This episode is just for you. You likely have a lot of questions about the products you make and sell, and how that all ties into what you can claim on your taxes each year.  So, in this episode, we hope to help you understand what you should be doing with the goods you make and sell plus how to track for taxes by discussing: The definitions of inventory and cost...

In today’s episode, we’re: Chatting about how Anika got her start as a business owner. Discussing common hurdles new business owners face and the resources available to them. Learning about how to produce goods and services and why understanding buying cycles is important. Talking about the differences between selling your goods wholesale versus consignment and what that looks like from an invento...

For a lot of us, the extension feels like we can take a deep, thankful breath, a welcome change especially during a time like the one we’re in now.  So, in today’s episode, we’re talking about what this extension will mean for business owners, especially in the areas of:  How the extension affects any taxes you owe. How the extension affects those who had a March 15 file date deadline. Why it may...

As entrepreneurs, we’re no strangers to the inevitable rise and fall of income and product and service cycles. And even if our funds and time are limited, there are ways we can still support each other.     In today’s episode, we’re talking about: What you can buy — even when you don’t have a lot of money — from a small business to show your support. The power of leaving a positive online review....

For all of you out there who are balancing working full time and using whatever time is left to pour into your passion projects, you are not alone. Right now, there are thousands of like-minded dream chasers burning the candle at both ends, all for the sake of both financial security and doing something that feeds the soul. At least, that’s what Bessie Akuba’s doing. During the day, she analyzes d...