Clicks and bricks Podcast

Season 4, Episode #21: Tanya Akimenko

Tanya Akimenko — Golden Apple Agency Inc.

Tanya Akimenko is the founder of Golden Apple Agency Inc., a multi-entity accounting and tax firm built for entrepreneurs at every stage of growth. With more than 20 years of hands-on experience, Tanya helps business owners translate financial complexity into clear, actionable strategies that protect profit and peace of mind.

Tanya’s journey matters because it reflects what many founders face: starting out of necessity, scaling through adversity, and ultimately building systems that don’t depend on a single person. From launching her practice in rural Alaska to expanding across Florida and South Carolina, she has designed her business to be resilient, structured, and owner-independent.

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

  • Build beyond yourself. After a serious bout with COVID, Tanya restructured her firm so no client depends on one person—ensuring continuity and confidence.

  • Segment your services to scale smarter. She split her business into three entities to better serve different revenue levels, simplify training, and strengthen tax strategy.

  • Price with confidence, not fear. Underpricing leads to burnout; reverse-engineering your desired income creates sustainable, confident pricing.

  • Speak the client’s language. Financial clarity happens when accountants explain numbers in industry-specific terms entrepreneurs actually understand.

  • Turn time away into strategy time. Tanya’s “out of office on purpose” mindset reframes travel and retreats as documented, intentional business planning opportunities.

👉 Watch the full episode now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnePoKvkT6Q 

Memorable Quote:

“Finances are the heartbeat of any business—once owners understand their numbers, everything changes.”

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