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Sarah Walton: Growing Up Poor, Undoing Harmful Stories, Empowering Women
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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m joined by business coach and sales expert Sarah Walton for a powerful conversation on money, mindset, and meaningful success.
Sarah shares her personal journey from growing up in poverty to building a life and career centered around financial empowerment and abundance. We explore how internal healing and mindset work shape not only our relationship with money, but also how we show up in business and life.
We also talk about the importance of authentic human connection in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world, and what it really means to build an ethical, values-led business today.
If you’re interested in money mindset, wealth consciousness, entrepreneurship, emotional healing, and ethical business in the age of AI, this conversation will give you both grounding and perspective.
What Makes Your Business “Official?”
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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax podcast, I share how solo business owners can set up or tune up their businesses to create legal protection, stay compliant with taxes, and actually feel at ease. I walk through what makes a business “official” in the eyes of the IRS and break it down in a simple, practical way.
I’m also introducing an upcoming workshop called “Set-up or tune up your business” designed to help you get your business organized and set up the right way.
My Best Tip If You Need to File A Tax Extension
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Your 2025 taxes are due tomorrow, April 15th.
In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m sharing simple, practical tips for filing a tax extension, understanding key deadlines, and setting up your business the right way. I’m also announcing some upcoming workshops to help self-employed people better manage their money and get their legal setup in place.
6 Tax Day Signs That Your Money System Needs a Tune-Up
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Feeling the pressure as the April 15 tax deadline approaches? In this episode of the Sunlight Tax podcast, I share practical strategies to help creative entrepreneurs reduce tax stress and stay in control. Learn how to systematize your finances, understand quarterly taxes with more confidence, and start building long-term wealth through smart retirement planning. Simple, actionable, and designed to make tax season feel a whole lot lighter.
3 Tax Day Mistakes That Cost You Money
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This week on the Sunlight Tax podcast, I’m breaking down what tax day really means and clearing up the common misconceptions that can cost you money. If you’re someone who gets confused about the difference between tax filing and tax paying, or is not sure about estimated quarterly tax payments, this episode will give you the clarity you need.
I’ll walk you through how the tax system actually works, why quarterly payments matter (especially for freelancers and small business owners), and how to avoid unnecessary penalties. You’ll get practical tips you can use right away to stay on track, manage your cash flow, and feel more confident navigating tax season.
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