In this episode, we share their insights on managing finances and taxes for your small business. Learn how to overcome financial fears and set up a strong foundation for your venture.

Introduction: Tackling the financial and legal aspects of starting a small business.
Sales Tax: Understanding the role of sales tax in online sales and the differences between platforms like Etsy and Shopify.
Separate Business & Personal Finances: The importance of keeping your finances separate and obtaining an EIN from the IRS.
Legal Checklist: The essentials for starting your business, including registering your business in your state and obtaining necessary permits/licenses.
Overcoming Financial Fears: Tips for overcoming intimidation and utilizing resources like Paper & Spark for financial guidance.

DISCLAIMER: We are not a financial professional, please consult your own accountant / financial advisor. This is not financial advice, this is just our experiences.

Resources & Links:

FREE: Get Legit Step-by-Step Checklist by Paper + Spark

Shop Spreadsheets by Paper + Spark

Plan A Shop ebook⁠
Top 5 Must Haves for Starting a Sticker Shop - ⁠⁠⁠FREE PDF!⁠⁠⁠
Join the ⁠⁠⁠Facebook community⁠⁠⁠ of Sticker Bosses
⁠⁠⁠Everything⁠⁠⁠ we use in our shop (Amazon affiliates)

Connect with Lisa & Lucy:

Follow on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@stickerguru⁠⁠⁠
Shop at ⁠⁠⁠Sticker Guru⁠⁠⁠
Check out our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠

By clicking on and/or purchasing something using my affiliate links in this post, we may be compensated.

Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews helps amplify our message, and are so greatly appreciated!

Keywords: small business, finances, taxes, sales tax, EIN, legal checklist, Paper & Spark, Etsy, Shopify, entrepreneurship

S2E1: Turn Your Hobby Into Your Business

Big Plans PodcastBy Lisa & Lucy | @stickerguruSep 06, 2022