know what you'll owe
and make a solid plan to deal with tAXES
know what you'll owe
and make a solid plan to deal with TAXES
A tax workshop for creative entrepreneurs
and tax planning worksheet!
A tax workshop for creative entrepreneurs and tax planning worksheet!
Taxes tend to strike fear in the eyes of Creative Business Owners
They can be a real source of anxiety (or at least dread). Maybe you get stressed that you’ll mess them up, you don’t know where to start—or you’re worried you’ll have a massive bill you’re not prepared for. 😱
Each year, you have to work up the courage to face your numbers…and it always overwhelms you.
How do I make my tax bill as low as possible?
What can I reasonably write off? How much is too much or too little?
Am I saving enough, or will I be surprised at the end of the year?
Some of these (very normal) questions are probably racking your brain
I haven’t logged into QuickBooks for MONTHS. Am I screwed?
What happens if I get audited? Will I go to jail?
I’m not a numbers person…should I even try to understand taxes?
Don’t I just save 30% of my income? (This can actually backfire because you’re probably oversaving when you could use that money in a better way)
You might be tempted to hand off your tax planning to an accountant
#OutOfSightOutOfMind, right?
But, then again, this also creates anxiety because you’re not sure what you need to share with the accountant.
If you’re not up-to-date with your books, it can send you down this big ol’ shame spiral.
Maaaybe that means you put your taxes off until the last minute. Hey, you’re not alone there!
- How they work
- How to figure out what you’ll owe
- Strategies to reduce that number or save for it
Taxes get a whole less freaky when you know:
Taxes get a whole less freaky when you know:
Looking at your numbers can feel downright STRESSFUL
But I promise, in the end, it is so empowering
Looking at your numbers can feel downright STRESSFUL
But I promise, in the end, it is so empowering
Rather than put taxes off,
let’s put them in their place with Tax Hacks for Creatives
A 2-hour workshop to get your tax sh*t together—so you can save money with minimal headaches.
And zero money shame.
$199
help me understand taxes
Enroll by Friday November 14th to get the Bonus Coworking Call!
On Monday November 17th, join Jillian and other creatives to complete the tax worksheet together!
“I can say, as someone who has learned from Jillian, that learning from her is one of the best investments I’ve made. She’s an incredible teacher!”
— Suzy, Photographer
Figure out your tax rate
You’ll determine whether you’re a Sole Proprietorship, LLC, S Corporation, or C Corporation—and what the hell that all means for your taxes
Understand how taxes work in the US
Once you get the gist, calculating and projecting make way more sense
Calculate your estimated tax bill
We’ll run through an example together so you can project your profits, expenses, and amount owing by the end of the workshop.
Reduce your bill
You’ll learn how to minimize the amount you owe by choosing deductions that work for your business and your values. You’ll wrap up with at least one action to reduce your bill, which could save you thousands
By the end of this Tax Hacks workshop,
you’ll know how much you’re expected to owe and have a plan to save serious cash
Confidently save up for your taxes
If you don’t have enough money aside for taxes yet, don’t worry! You’ll leave the workshop with a stress-free plan to save for them
“If you have a lot of anxiety around money and want something that will help you apply changes to your business, Jillian’s for you. She cares, she listens to my struggles, and she breaks things down into simple steps. She helps me frame my goals in a way that makes them easier to achieve.”
— Amy, Ceramicist
“I was really, really stressed about taxes.”
You'll also get my tax-calculating spreadsheet
(about $300 value)
This gem basically calculates your taxes for you.
Use it year after year.
This workshop walks you through the process so you can confidently do it yourself.
You’ll also understand what exactly to share with an accountant if you want to work with one later on.
Real talk,
it would cost about $7,500 to have an accountant do all your tax planning
I'm Jillian Todd, Virtual CFO and Money Coach for Creatives
I’m a trained accountant who loves helping creative entrepreneurs get confident with their finances.
I help you create financial systems that work for your brain so you can build a profitable, values-aligned creative business.
Without a doubt, one of the most common things creatives ask me about is taxes.
They’re part of life. They’re part of running a creative business—and, with a little understanding, I know you can handle them.
That’s what this workshop is about.
(But my clients call me their Money Mom or Money Therapist)
Have we met yet?
“[Jillian] really brings in a holistic, kind, and compassionate way of working with money.”
— Christina, Human Design Coach
Want some extra support?
Enroll by Friday November 14th to get the Bonus Coworking Call!
On Monday November 17th, join Jillian and other creatives to complete the tax worksheet together!
This is your time to dive into the class, complete the worksheet, and get live support from Jillian. I’ll help you calculate your taxes owed, and even brainstorm extra ways to save! You don’t wanna miss it!
If you can’t make it, I’ll send out a replay soon after the workshop. You’ll be able to follow along and still get your tax sh*t figured out.
I'll Be There!!
Hear me out. November is an excellent time to figure out your taxes. You have the majority of your numbers for the year, but you also have time to make changes before they’re due.
If you’re expecting a big tax bill, you have a month to implement deductions. You can still invest in things you’ve had your eye on to bring your bill down.
Or, if you still need to save up for taxes, you’ll have 5 months to do so.
If you wait until January, it’s usually too late. And way more stressful.
Tax strategy works best when you give yourself time!
It’s only November, Jillian! Can’t I wait until later?
And in case you’re wondering...
No, you do not have to be making 6 figures to
get strategic with your taxes!
All creative business owners benefit a TON when they have a better understanding of their taxes. No matter what your income is, chances are there are ways to reduce your bill.
With just a little bit of planning and understanding, you can make taxes work for your creative brain.
You can find ways to save—so you can spend that money on other things. Like investing back into your business, saving for a personal goal, or enjoying a little extra slice of life.
All creative business owners benefit a TON when they have a better understanding of their taxes. No matter what your income is, chances are there are ways to reduce your bill.
With just a little bit of planning and understanding, you can make taxes work for your creative brain.
You can find ways to save—so you can spend that money on other things. Like investing back into your business, saving for a personal goal, or enjoying a little extra slice of life.
Make sure you’re not leaving deductions on the table
We’ll figure out which ones work best for you
Make sure you’re not leaving deductions on the table
We’ll figure out which ones work best for you
New gear for your business
Holiday bonuses for your team
Donations to nonprofits you love
Expenses you may have missed like rent, courses, software, or supplies
For example:
Hiring team members you’ve been planning for
Getting your website updated like you’ve been meaning to
“I’ve realized I can build a sustainable business.”
“Whether you’re trying to go full-time in your business or you’re just starting out — or you’re trying to understand your relationship to money or need more technical advice, Jillian has all those bases covered. She went with the flow [of what you need] but has the expertise to back it up. Wherever you’re at, she can be super, super supportive to you.”
— Michaella, Career Designer
“I don’t feel like money is unmanageable anymore.”
“Jillian is the best at really making you think about your priorities and keeping you accountable. At the same time, she has this welcoming demeanor. She puts you at ease about the situation in a way that’s fun even though it’s terrifying.”
— Brittny, Photographer
“Finances have always been a murky area for me. From the moment I connected with [Jillian], I felt like I had a partner to guide me through the process.”
“That was extremely comforting because I was really overwhelmed and ashamed. I felt like I was navigating in the dark and there was a lot of fear associated with finances.
It was a sense of relief having someone there to help me. I appreciated how reassuring you were and how you removed the stigma.”
— Jillian K, Creative Consultant and Designer
One Hour to Tax Confidence
Get All Your Questions Answered
Will you help me file my taxes?
No, this workshop focuses on calculating how much you’ll owe in taxes, saving for them, and reducing your bill. I’ll send my list of recommended tax accountants in case you want help filing afterwards. You’ll be well-equipped to work with a tax accountant after this if you want to!
What if my income is sporadic?
That’s all good! This workshop will help you plan ahead and adjust over time.
If you have unpredictable income, the best thing to do is calculate it based on what you know so far for the year. Then, you can update as you go. For example, once you have more information in November, you can just update the spreadsheet I provide to get it more and more accurate.
Don’t I just save 30% of my income for taxes?
While that can be a helpful start, it’s usually too much money. Business owners often end up oversaving when they could be investing some of that money or using it a different way. It also doesn’t help you reduce the amount you owe.
Sticking with that strategy can add extra stress if you haven’t been able to save that amount. On the flipside, you can wind up feeling like you did something wrong if your tax bill is lower than 30%.
What if I’m not a numbers person or I hate talking about money?
Then you sound like many of the creatives I support! I know money can be freaky. My ultimate goal is to guide you through it so you feel comfortable, informed, and in control. We’ll work on getting comfy with your numbers so you can make more of a profit with your creativity.
Demystify taxes with Tax Hacks for Creatives
~ Project your profits, expenses, and amount owed
~ Reduce your bill so you can put that money towards other things
~Make taxes WAY less scary
$199
OK, I'M IN!
Enroll by Friday November 14th to get the Bonus Coworking Call!
On Monday November 17th, join Jillian and other creatives to complete the tax worksheet together!