Starting a new business comes with a whirlwind of decisions and logistics to navigate. But getting your tax and legal foundations right from the start is crucial to set your company up for long-term success and avoid costly mistakes down the line.

In this episode, Jen sits down with Adela Cebotari, a seasoned tax advisor and entrepreneur who shares her firsthand experience transitioning from the corporate world to launching her own thriving practice. Adela pulls back the curtain on the unexpected challenges she faced, the pivotal mindset shifts required, and the essential tax and legal steps every new business owner must take.

Whether you're just starting to explore entrepreneurship or already have a young business, this conversation is packed with practical, actionable insights you won't want to miss.

Episode Highlights:

- Adela's journey from corporate tax advisor to successful business owner - the pivotal moment that inspired her to take the leap

- The surprising number of hats Adela had to wear when starting her own practice, and her top tips for managing it all

- How Adela's focus on giving back through her charity work in Moldova is making a tangible difference

- The accounting software Adela swears by to keep her finances organised and compliant

- Adela's insights on the critical importance of getting your business structure and tax planning right from day one

About Adela Cebotari

Adela Cebotari, is the Founder of TARI CTA, a London base tax consultancy practice. She has almost 20 years’ experience in the Personal Tax industry. She is a Fellow of the Association of Tax Technicians and is also certified by the UK’s highest tax institution, the Chartered Institute of Taxation. In 2023 she also joined the STEP community of tax and legal advisors, by completing the Advanced Certificate in UK tax for International Clients. To date, she has provided tax compliance and tax advisory services to over 2,000 clients from the entrepreneurs at the beginning of their journey to ultra wealthy, internationally acclaimed A listers. She enjoys working with clients from a variety of industries and world location, however her speciality is working with clients in the entertainment industry and those needing support relating to the UK Residence and Domicile and deciphering the impact on their worldwide tax affairs.

Adela is also a passionate philanthropist. She is in process of becoming a trustee of the MAD-AID charity. Also, she is working on a tax knowledge sharing project that will offer workshops to schools, helping young people understand the tax conundrums so that they are better prepared for their journey into the world of financial dilemmas

Connect with Adela Cebotari

https://www.facebook.com/tax.taricta

https://www.instagram.com/tari_cta/

https://www.facebook.com/adela.cebotari.9/

https://www.instagram.com/adelacebotari/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adela-cebotari-53791657/

Lien DePau, founder of The Big Exit, joins Jen to uncover a shocking statistic - only 1% of sold businesses are female-founded. Lien shares her insights on the gender gap in business exits and provides practical strategies women can use to beat the odds.

Discover the insider tips Lien has for automating your business, overcoming gender bias in valuations, and planning a successful exit as a female entrepreneur.

Episode Highlights

• The staggering gender gap - 99% of sold businesses are male-founded
• Practical steps to make your business more sellable and valuable
• How to use automation to free up time for growth and exit planning
• Combating gender bias in business valuations
• Lien's must-do first steps for any woman planning a business exit

About Lien De Pau

Lien De Pau is obsessed with business strategy, gender equality, and all things pink. She

partners with self-made entrepreneurs to help them multiply the value of their business,

achieve The Big Exit and become a soul-centered, heart-led investors.

When she’s not turning entrepreneurs into investors, you can find her doing weird yoga poses or enjoying a good surf on Necker Island.

Connect with Lien

Website: www.thebigexit.co

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/liendepau

When the corporate world couldn't recognise her potential, Itziar Martos decided to rewrite the rules. Diagnosed as legally blind in her early 20s, she refused to let her disability define her, even when others did.

In this episode, Itziar shares how she transformed her rare eye condition from a perceived weakness into her greatest strength. She takes us on her journey of conquering self-doubt, silencing imposter syndrome, and shattering societal limitations, showing that true vision has nothing to do with eyesight.

Discover how she built a thriving content creation business and continues to inspire fellow entrepreneurs. Itziar's story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Whether you're facing your own challenges or just need a boost of inspiration, her story will motivate you to see beyond limitations and create your own opportunities.

Watch the full interview at https://youtu.be/0zjRYpTlWoU

Key Takeaways:

• How Itziar Martos turned her disability into a competitive advantage by developing unique problem-solving skills
• The power of authenticity and vulnerability in building a successful personal brand and connecting with clients
• Strategies for overcoming the "perfectionist" mindset and embracing a more natural, relatable approach to content creation
• Networking tips for introverted entrepreneurs to make meaningful connections without the awkward pitching
• Advice for creating an inclusive work environment and providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities

About Itziar Martos

Itziar Martos, founder of Martos Digital Marketing, brings 18 years of photography expertise and a unique perspective to the world of digital marketing. Her career began in the limelight as a model, where she earned the title of Miss Spain and discovered her passion for social media.

Diagnosed with a rare disease at 21, which impaired her vision and made finding marketing jobs challenging, Itziar turned adversity into opportunity by creating her own company.

Today, she helps business owners craft engaging social media content, specialising in captivating videos that drive engagement and growth.

Connect with Itziar

• @itziarmartos
• https://www.instagram.com/itziarmartos/?hl=en
• www.martosdigitalmarketing.com