183 - Build Wealth & Keep More Money: Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs with Kelly Bender

Are you an entrepreneur tired of overpaying taxes and feeling overwhelmed by your finances? In this episode of the Next Level Woman Podcast, I sit down with Kelly Bender — a successful entrepreneur and tax expert — to uncover powerful, legal tax strategies that help small business owners keep more of their money. Kelly shares how she built a thriving accounting firm, scaled through acquisitions, and helps entrepreneurs gain clarity, confidence, and control over their finances. We also dive into: ✔️ How to legally reduce your tax burden ✔️ Why most entrepreneurs approach taxes the wrong way ✔️ The mindset required to grow a successful business ✔️ Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship ✔️ Faith, discipline, and building a purpose-driven life If you’re a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation will completely shift how you think about money, taxes, and growth. ✨ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more powerful conversations to help you grow your business and your life. 🔗 Connect with Kelly Bender: Website - https://www.lifeuntaxed.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifeuntaxed/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyjobender/ Book - https://www.lifeuntaxed.com/book 🎤 Connect with Joy Rowland Money & Business Coach | Host of Next Level Women 🔗 Links: https://www.joyrowland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ #Entrepreneurship #TaxStrategies #SmallBusinessTips #WomenInBusiness #BusinessGrowth ⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Meet Kelly Bender 00:27 What Kelly Does & Helping Entrepreneurs 01:49 Why Entrepreneurs Overpay Taxes 03:11 Legal Tax Strategies Explained 05:03 Kelly’s Entrepreneurial Journey 08:02 Growing Through Acquisitions 08:49 Faith & Business Success 11:36 Overcoming Fear in Entrepreneurship 16:17 Marketing & Sales Without Being “Salesy” 19:40 Building a Strong Personal Brand 21:33 Motherhood vs Business Growth 25:41 Mindset Habits for Success 28:10 Advice for Small Business Owners 30:01 Kelly’s Book & Resources 32:06 Advice to Her Younger Self 33:31 Final Thoughts & Closing