238 -Why Your CPA Isn’t Your Tax Strategist - And What to Do About It with Paden Squires

Paden Squires grew up in rural Missouri with firsthand experience of financial insecurity. That early exposure shaped his mission: help entrepreneurs grow wealth with clarity and confidence. In this episode, Paden breaks down why relying on your CPA for tax strategy is a mistake. Most CPAs are set up to file returns—not proactively plan.

He walks through high-impact tax strategies like the Augusta Rule and explains why business owners should think of tax strategy the same way they think about advertising: as an ROI tool, not an expense. With deep insight into entrepreneurial finance, Paden emphasizes building advisory relationships that prioritize long-term planning over reactive compliance.

He also sheds light on why so many accountants undervalue their work, run generic firms, and fail to deliver real value to business owners. If you’re running a 7-figure business and feel like you're leaving money on the table, this episode is your wake-up call.

Want to learn more about Paden Squires' work? Check out their website at https://www.squirestaxplanning.com/

Connect with Paden Squires on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paden-squires-cpa-cfp-19681a1a/

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