Before You Even Make a Sale 

Let’s set the scene: You’ve got a big dream, a killer business idea, and maybe even a domain name. You’re ready to take over the world—or at least your niche market. But hang on. Before you sell a single product or service, there’s one hire you shouldn’t overlook: an accountant.

I get it. Accountants don’t sound sexy. They don’t come with confetti or viral social media energy. But if you skip hiring one early, you might find yourself crying into a shoebox full of wrinkled receipts come tax season.

Here’s why having an accountant before revenue rolls in is actually smart:

• Business Structure Guidance: Should you be an LLC? A sole prop? An S Corp? Your cousin on Facebook might have opinions, but your accountant has answers that won’t land you in IRS limbo.

• Books Set Up Right the First Time: The early days are when mistakes are made. An accountant helps you set up a chart of accounts, bookkeeping tools, and all the boring-but-essential backend stuff that prevents future disasters.

• Tax Planning (Yes, Already): Even if you’re pre-revenue, you can start deducting legitimate expenses. An accountant will help you track those so you don’t lose out later.

The truth is, when people say, “I’ll get an accountant once I grow,” they’re putting the cart before the calculator. Growth creates complexity—and financial messes are much harder to untangle retroactively.

Think of an accountant as your business’s financial air traffic controller. You wouldn’t fly a plane without one, so why run your business without guidance?

Bonus: A good accountant can even help you make money by identifying tax credits, suggesting better cash flow practices, and helping you budget smarter.

✅ Funny but helpful tip: If your financial system is just Venmo screenshots and vibes, it’s time to call in the pros.