The Ultimate Self-Employed Guide to Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Taxes

By: A. W. Hiyasat CPA

Narrated by: R. Dennis Speck

You’re self-employed… but your finances feel like a mess.

You went solo for the freedom. But now you're buried in receipts, behind on taxes, and unsure if you're even profitable. You’re not lazy, you were just never taught how to run the financial side of your business.
Sound familiar?

• You’re guessing your way through bookkeeping
• Tax season fills you with dread
• You mix business and personal money without realizing the risks
• You’re making money… but don’t know where it’s going

It doesn’t have to be this way.

The Ultimate Self-Employed Guide to Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Taxes is your practical, no-jargon roadmap to finally take control of your business finances, even if numbers aren’t your thing.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to:

• Set up simple systems that keep you organized year-round
• Track income and expenses without the overwhelm
• Legally lower your tax bill with smart deductions
• Pay yourself the right way, and save for taxes without stress
• Choose the best business structure for your goals
• Understand key financial reports in minutes, not hours

Written by a seasoned CPA who’s helped hundreds of entrepreneurs clean up their books, avoid costly mistakes, and feel confident with money, without needing an accounting degree.

Inside, you’ll discover the #1 system that makes your finances run on autopilot, and why most self-employed people never hear about it.

This isn’t just another business book. It’s the foundation your freedom depends on.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

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Great stuff on business structure

It’s no secret that being self-employed can be overwhelming when it comes to taxes. However, A. W. Hiyasat CPA offers some helpful inspiration when it comes to facing the mountain of managing budgets, planning, saving for taxes, cashflow, expenses, etc by reminding the listener in the fantastic opening chapter that you don’t have to become master at all of them at once! In fact, it actually becomes fun to get good at each of these dynamics separately. I did like how from the get-go, the author discusses business structure early on to avoid potential issues down the road—we’re talking sole proprietorship, DBAs, and LLCs here. It was interesting to learn that you and your LLC or sole proprietorship are essentially the same legal entity because it can all get a little confusing for us regular folk.

Good Advice Here For Small Business Owners

This book is thorough, practical, and packed with actionable advice. It covers taxes, bookkeeping, and accounting in a way, I feel, can save small business owners a lot of time and confusion. I see it as a solid reference for anyone who owns a business or is planning to start one. Listening to it and taking notes helped me understand what really matters, especially when choosing a CPA or accounting professional. I feel much more prepared to ask the right questions and make smarter decisions. Some information may change over time as tax laws evolve, so it’s not something you take as permanent gospel. That said, it still gave me plenty of useful ideas and clarity, and I walked away better informed and more confident as a business owner.

Clear, Practical for self-employed

This audiobook is a lifesaver for anyone running their own business and feeling overwhelmed by finances. The author explains bookkeeping, taxes, deductions, and business structures in a simple, relatable way that finally makes everything click. I especially loved the step-by-step systems that help you stay organized year-round and actually understand where your money is going. You can tell it’s written by someone who has guided countless entrepreneurs through the same struggles. If you’ve ever dreaded tax season or felt confused about your numbers, this audiobook will give you clarity, confidence, and real control over your business finances.

Finally, a Self-Employed Survival Guide That Makes

This audiobook was a total relief. As someone who juggles multiple small businesses, the creative work is the fun part—but the financial and legal stuff? Pure stress. This guide changed that. The author breaks everything down in such a simple, real-world way, with no jargon or fluff—just straight-up, practical advice on taxes, bookkeeping, paying yourself, and staying out of trouble with the IRS.

What I loved most is how empowering it felt. The narration was clear and friendly, and I found myself constantly pausing to take notes. I finally understand what I can deduct, how to structure my pay, and which tools can automate the headache stuff. It feels like I have a knowledgeable accountant in my pocket.

If you’re self-employed or just getting started, don’t wing it—listen to this first. It’ll save you time, money, and major stress.