Episode 042: The Power of Networking for Small Business Owners with Michael Reeder

Better Business, Better Life: Building on Your Success with Terry DuPont Episode 042 The Power of Networking for Small Business Owners with Michael Reeder Michael Reeder, CPA, is the Managing Partner at Reeder CPA Group. He specializes in helping small businesses and entrepreneurs with strategic tax planning, accounting, and business development. This includes guidance on entity setup, funding strategies, tax optimization, and financial projections. Michael is an active member of several esteemed national franchise networks, including the International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG), FranServe, the Franchise Brokers Association (FBA), and The You Network. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Northeastern Illinois University. Listen to this informative Better Business, Better Life episode with Michael Reeder about small business networking. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ● Michael emphasizes the allure of small business ownership, highlighting the freedom and autonomy it offers compared to traditional employment. He emphasized that once you experience being your own boss, it's hard to go back to a corporate or non-entrepreneurial job. ● Michael stresses the importance of proactive financial planning and the burden on CPAs to come up with models that prioritize proactive measures over reactive ones. He emphasized the need for modern CPA practices that cater specifically to small and medium-sized businesses. ● Michael understands his success lies in his ability to collaborate with other professionals and leverage networking opportunities to stay updated on industry best practices. By surrounding himself with a team of advisors and compensating for his weaknesses, he ensures comprehensive financial solutions for his clients. Connect with Michael: Website: www.reedercpagroup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-reeder/ Facebook (Business): https://www.facebook.com/reedercpagroup/ Facebook (Personal): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009327500878 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelireeder/ Connect with Terry: Website: https://www.dupontadvisory.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrydupont/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices