Folding Towels - A Podcast for Massage Therapists with Jackie and David Episode 101: Numbers, Nerds & Not Being Poor – Accounting with Anna Mitchell
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Jul 1, 2025 Anna Mitchell, a former massage therapist turned online educator from That Accounting Stuff, joins the hosts for a lively chat about the world of accounting. She shares her journey from feeling overwhelmed by taxes to mastering financial confidence. The conversation is peppered with humor as they tackle misconceptions about accountants. Anna emphasizes the importance of tailored accounting systems for sole traders and discusses the transformative power of practical financial knowledge. Get ready for fun tips to make bookkeeping less daunting!
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Overdue Tax Returns Story
- Anna Mitchell shares how she was nine years behind on her tax returns and feared contacting the ATO.
- With support from an online group and a helpful tax accountant, she overcame her fear and caught up.
Transforming a Client's Finances
- Anna recounts helping a massage therapist 11 years behind on tax returns regain control and reduce stress.
- This transformation enabled her client to apply for home loans and parenting payments, changing her life.
Tackle Money Mindset First
- Start your accounting learning by addressing mental blocks about money before diving into numbers.
- Building confidence and managing emotions is essential for understanding financial basics effectively.
