Extraordinary America

💰 Are You Paying TOO MUCH in Taxes? Small Business Owners, This Episode Will Save You Thousands!

Did you know that taxes are likely your #1 business expense—and most entrepreneurs are overpaying WITHOUT realizing it?

In this game-changing episode, Master Tax Advisor and IRS-Enrolled Agent Roger Pearson reveals the insider strategies that big corporations use to minimize their tax burden—and shows you how to do the same LEGALLY.

With over 50 years of business experience, Roger has watched hundreds of small business owners lose thousands of dollars needlessly. Now, he's on a mission to give entrepreneurs the knowledge to keep more money in their pockets and less in the government's hands.

🔥 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
✅ The 3 Pillars of Knowledge every business is built on (that nobody teaches you!)
✅ How to choose the RIGHT business structure (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp) based on your 5-year vision
✅ Why your accountant might NOT be saving you money (and how to find one who will)
✅ The biggest tax mistakes small business owners make (and how to avoid them)
✅ How to interview and hire the right tax professional for YOUR business
✅ Legal strategies to maximize deductions and minimize tax liability
✅ Why your paperwork system directly impacts how much tax you pay
✅ Partnership red flags and how to protect yourself with a "business prenuptial."

Whether you're a solo entrepreneur, managing a small business, or planning to scale to the stock exchange, this episode is PACKED with actionable insights that could save you thousands (or even tens of thousands) every year.

Chapters:
(04:16) The three pillars of business that every business is built on
(17:02) How to hire a proper accountant or track professional
(21:37) One of the biggest mistakes people make when starting a business
(30:20) What does the American dream mean

Sponsored by:
BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

🎯 ABOUT ROGER PEARSON:
Roger Pearson is a Master Tax Advisor and IRS-Enrolled Agent who has created, sold, or managed numerous small businesses over 50+ years. Since 2001, he's dedicated his career to helping entrepreneurs build solid financial foundations and stop overpaying on taxes.
Seagull Technologies provides business education ranging from free basic business concepts courses to college-level paid courses, plus consulting services for personalized guidance. Their mission: helping small businesses succeed and build the great American dream.

📞 CONNECT WITH ROGER:
Website: https://seagulltechnologies.com

Connect with Extraordinary America: https://extraordinary-america.com/platform
Or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9nYt2l1sEiw

💰 Are You Paying TOO MUCH in Taxes? Small Business Owners, This Episode Will Save You Thousands!

Did you know that taxes are likely your #1 business expense—and most entrepreneurs are overpaying WITHOUT realizing it?

You can hear the full episode on Thursday, August 13th

Ever wonder how humor can transform your business? In this episode of Extraordinary Americans, we sit down with Jan McInnis, a comedy writer for Jay Leno's Tonight Show, Jerry Springer, and now a sought-after keynote speaker who's cracked the code on using humor in the corporate world.

Jan shares her incredible journey from marketing professional to comedy club performer to a keynote speaker for organizations such as the Federal Reserve Banks and Mayo Clinic. If you've ever felt stuck in your day job or wondered how to pursue your passion, this conversation is packed with practical advice and inspiring insights.

💡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
✅ How to transition from a stable career to following your passion
✅ The "throw your hat over the fence" method for committing to change
✅ Practical tips on using humor to diffuse tension and handle change in business
✅ Inside stories from writing for Jay Leno and Jerry Springer
✅ Why clean comedy can open more doors than you think
✅ How to use humor without becoming the office comedian

Chapters:
(04:16) Motivational factor or catalyst that pushed Jan into comedy
(11:54) Being a comedian is something that can be learned
(15:38) The genre of humor that works the most effectively in business
(23:24) Technology has changed the way comedy is seen
(33:37) Using humor to deal with tough situations is a skill set and an art

Sponsored by:
BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Jan McInnis bio:
Jan is the author of "Finding the Funny Fast" and "Convention Comedian" and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The Huffington Post.

🔗 CONNECT WITH JAN MCINNIS:
Website: theworklady.com
Email: jan@theworklady.com

Connect with Extraordinary America: https://extraordinary-america.com/platform
Or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tMuP5oKuTvs

Ever wonder how humor can transform your business? In this episode of Extraordinary Americans, we sit down with Jan McInnis, a comedy writer for Jay Leno's Tonight Show, Jerry Springer, and now a sought-after keynote speaker who's cracked the code on using humor in the corporate world.
You can hear the full episode on Thursday, August 6th

In this episode, we welcome Clint Harris, a professional real estate investor and entrepreneur, who shares his journey from a medical sales career to success in real estate. Clint discusses his transition to managing Airbnb properties and ultimately focusing on self-storage investments.

He emphasizes the importance of achieving financial, time, and location independence and offers valuable insights into navigating the real estate market, especially during uncertain economic times. Join us for an enlightening conversation packed with actionable strategies!

Chapters:

(03:33) transitioning from medical sales to real estate investing to self-storage

(14:31) Adaptive reuse or cap rate arbitrage as a real estate investing strategy

(25:40) A recession is always coming

(31:27) What is the ideal portfolio that somebody should have to beat inflation

(39:24) You have a podcast called Truly Passive Income.

Sponsored by:

BLU Scholarship: https://www.blu.university/a/2147984849/YbykQKgP

Clint Harris bio:

Clint is a professional real estate investor and entrepreneur, and handles capital raising and investor relations at Nomad Capital. He owns Going Coastal Property Management and hosts the Truly Passive Income podcast.

With a background in medical sales, Clint built a lucrative multi-family real estate portfolio that converted into high-performing Airbnb Properties. Frustrated with management services, he founded Going Coastal Property Management.

For diversification, Clint transitioned to self-storage investments, eventually joining Nomad Capital as a general partner and buying old big-box retail buildings, converting them into self-storage. Having raised capital for over $150 million in stabilized assets, he aims to inspire financial independence for investors in both location and time.

CONNECT WITH Clint:

Text: 910-515-1785

Connect with Extraordinary America: https://extraordinary-america.com/platform
Or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SXYeZugDX7w?si=Cz-Xyvl2piHT9ElN