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EPISODE · May 26, 2026 · 21 MIN

Why Most Business Owners Are Losing Money Without Realizing It

from Prosper & Get Paid · host Emily Bowie & Andrea Mason

What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn’t revenue… but what’s happening behind the scenes with your cash flow, pricing, and tax strategy?In this very first episode of Prosper & Get Paid Playbook, the founders of Thorne Advisors, Andrea and Emily, share the story behind why they started the firm and the major gaps they saw in the accounting industry. After years working in public accounting, they realized most business owners were only getting tax preparation, not true financial strategy that aligned with their long-term goals.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re making smart financial decisions in your business or simply reacting every tax season, this episode will completely shift the way you think about money strategy.Tune in to hear:Why traditional accounting firms often fail business ownersThe difference between tax preparation and true tax strategyHow cash flow issues prevent businesses from scalingCommon “hidden cash leaks” hurting profitabilityWhy agency owners often look profitable but still struggle financiallyThe importance of understanding pricing and operational efficiencyFinancial mistakes entrepreneurs make when taking money out of their businessWhy clean financials matter for loans, investing, and scalingHow multi-state taxes and compliance become more complicated as businesses growThe connection between personal finances and business financesWhy women need more open conversations around money and wealthRed flags to watch for with over-promised tax strategies and aggressive write-offsHow long-term wealth and legacy planning should shape tax decisionsWhy financial literacy matters at every stage of business growth Connect with Andrea & Emily:Book a Free Assessment: Text "Tax" to +1 (951) 618-40155 Cash Leaks and 5 Tax Deductions Draining Your Business: https://www.thorneadvisors.com/cashleaksWebsite: https://www.thorneadvisors.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/THORNEADVISORS

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What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn’t revenue… but what’s happening behind the scenes with your cash flow, pricing, and tax strategy? In this very first episode of Prosper & Get Paid Playbook, the founders of Thorne Advisors, Andrea and Emily, share the story behind why they started the firm and the major gaps they saw in the accounting industry. After years working in public accounting, they realized most business owners were only getting tax preparation, not true fi...

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