Melissa Silber CPA: The Corporate Quitter-logo

Melissa Silber CPA: The Corporate Quitter

Entrepreneurship

Hi, I'm Melissa! I am a CPA who used to work in the soul-sucking world of corporate finance. In 2021 I finally walked away for good, and now I want to take what I learned there and help small business owners. There are two main pillars that I make content on: exposing corporate greed and the lack of competition in the oligopoly-filled "free market" we find ourselves in, and also educating small business owners (and consumers!) about the basics of business finance - so that the playing field can be leveled to some extent. Check out my website (melissasilbercpa.ca) if you need finance help and want to get in contact. I can also be found on TikTok and Instagram :) Handle: @melissasilbercpa

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United States

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Hi, I'm Melissa! I am a CPA who used to work in the soul-sucking world of corporate finance. In 2021 I finally walked away for good, and now I want to take what I learned there and help small business owners. There are two main pillars that I make content on: exposing corporate greed and the lack of competition in the oligopoly-filled "free market" we find ourselves in, and also educating small business owners (and consumers!) about the basics of business finance - so that the playing field can be leveled to some extent. Check out my website (melissasilbercpa.ca) if you need finance help and want to get in contact. I can also be found on TikTok and Instagram :) Handle: @melissasilbercpa

Language:

English


Episodes
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The importance of good recordkeeping

7/31/2023
It is so important to CYA - cover your ass! To see this episode in blog format: click here Documentation solutions to check out: Hubdoc Dext If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:07:52

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Compensating yourself from your business

7/17/2023
So many entrepreneurs struggle when it comes time to compensate themselves - learn about the common methods in this podcast. Want this episode in blog format? here ya go! Links referenced: Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Employment Insurance (EI) If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:09:47

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Will Capitalism Collapse?

5/17/2023
Episode in Blog Format Links Referenced in this episode: Implementing progressive taxation: I am a big fan of Canadians 4 Tax Fairness, they put out great material advocating for tax reform. Providing a basic income: To learn more about this visit UBI Works. Promoting worker ownership: Learn more about Co-ops, and see what is around you. If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:11:48

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Which business structure should you choose?

5/11/2023
Here is the episode in blog format if you prefer reading :) For Canadians: Please refer to this page to find out the registration requirements for your business depending on which province in Canada you are in. If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:15:45

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Eat the Rich Canada

4/23/2023
I have a petition open with the House of Commons - visit Eattherichcanada.com We need to do something about the corporate welfare problem in our country! In this episode I take you through the petition, and I encourage you to sign it and help me spread the word on social media using the hashtag #eattherichcanada If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:16:02

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The 8 biggest mistakes business owners make with their finances

1/25/2023
When I left the corporate world, I knew that I wanted to help small business owners. In speaking with hundreds of them, I realized that many had a lot in common - and many were making the same mistakes when it came to managing their business finances. I invite you to learn more about my fractional CFO services. If you're a business owner or an aspiring one, join my mailing listand if you're not there yet, join my mailing list so we can stay in touch! If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:12:23

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How do we fix capitalism?

12/5/2022
This episode covers 10 of the ideas I've put out on TikTok on how I think we can "fix" capitalism. For links to the TikToks and other resources mentioned in this podcast, please see this blog post. If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:13:55

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Greedflation in Canada's grocery stores

11/17/2022
This podcast is a complement to the series I did on TikTok on this topic. Follow along in this blog post if you want to see the graphics and access the links to the TikToks I refer to. If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:11:31

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Value Pricing

11/1/2022
In this episode I discuss value pricing, and why I think that anyone charging clients on a "per hour" basis should consider this pricing model instead to maximize their revenue potential. If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:10:17

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Profitability

7/8/2022
Many business owners focus on their sales numbers, but I often don't see enough focus on their profitability. In my opinion, this is one of the biggest mistake business owners can make, especially as we're in a time of skyrocketing costs. To learn more about understanding what your financials mean, take a read through this blog post. If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:09:09

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All about HST

6/16/2022
If you're a Canadian business owner wondering if you should register for HST, this episode is for you. I break down what HST is and why I believe it is best practice for you as a business owner to register for HST. To supplement this episode: - My blog post on HST - CRA page on HST If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:08:44

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Employee vs. Independent Contractor

6/2/2022
Learn about the differences between an independent contractor and an employee. Sometimes these terms are thrown around willy nilly, and ultimately, it is the tax men (Canada - CRA & USA - IRS) who make the decision about whether your employment relationship should be that of an employee or a contractor. To see more from me on this topic, check out this blog post! If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:10:44

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How did we get here?

5/20/2022
Welcome to my first episode!! I want to educate entrepreneurs on what they need to know to understand their business' finances. If you're an entrepreneur - check out my community! This first episode gives you a history on me and how I came to be doing what I'm doing now, and who I hope to help. Please subscribe and don't hesitate to reach out to me with any ideas or questions you may have for me to cover on future episodes. If you are a business owner and don't have a CFO... you ARE the CFO. If that scares the sh*t out of you, join my community: The Beehive! Other Links: Visit my website Eat the Rich Canada TikTok I want to help entrepreneurs and small business owners while also exposing the bullsh*t that exists in the corporate world. Melissa Intro Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/ocean-cruise License code: IHCL3VXZWVZA4MH3

Duration:00:12:09