WHR 3.213: Simplifying Finances and Business Growth with Tanya Akimenko
Release Date: 03/03/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, we sit down with Tanya Akimenko, CEO of Golden Apple Agency, to talk about the critical role of financial literacy for entrepreneurs. Tanya shares her journey from running a part-time tax service from home to growing a successful accounting firm with two office locations and 15 employees. She dives into the importance of budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for business owners. We also discuss overcoming business growth mistakes, training employees effectively, and using the right tools—like QuickBooks—to streamline financial operations. This episode is packed with valuable insights for business owners looking to take control of their finances and scale strategically.
Who is Tanya Akimenko?
Tanya Akimenko is a financial expert with over 20 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, and business finance. As the CEO of Golden Apple Agency, she helps business owners simplify complex financial concepts, transforming accounting into a tool for better decision-making and long-term business growth. Tanya is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to make informed financial choices, avoid costly mistakes, and create sustainable businesses.
Connect with Tanya Akimenko:
- Website: goldenappleagencyinc.com
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tanyaakimenko/
- Facebook: facebook.com/goldenappleagency
- Instagram: instagram.com/goldenappleagency
Host Contact Details:
I love connecting with Work at Home RockStars! Feel free to reach out:
- Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
- X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
- Email: [email protected]
In This Episode:
⏱ [00:00] – Introduction to Tanya and her journey
⏱ [00:41] – Transitioning from part-time to full-time entrepreneurship
⏱ [01:39] – Lessons from rapid business expansion
⏱ [04:45] – Hiring, training employees, and avoiding costly mistakes
⏱ [06:55] – Tools for financial management (QuickBooks & Google Sheets)
⏱ [10:00] – Productivity hacks: Block scheduling & timers
⏱ [15:20] – The importance of budgeting and forecasting
⏱ [20:00] – The role of marketing in business success
⏱ [25:03] – How to work with Golden Apple Agency
RockStar Tips from this Episode 🎸
⭐ Train smarter, not harder – Use video training and AI-powered notes to document processes for new hires.
⭐ Budgeting is your superpower – Forecasting revenue and tracking expenses helps you stay in control.
⭐ Know your numbers – Entrepreneurs should understand their financials, even if they hire an accountant.