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11. How to Build a Profitable Hospitality Business in Scottsdale

Phoenix and Scottsdale have exploded in recent years with new hotels, restaurants, bars, and hospitality concepts. But what's really driving this boom, and what do business owners need to know to succeed?In this episode, Tyson Pruett and Dylan Huff break down why Scottsdale has become a hospitality hotspot, the most common mistakes new owners make, and the smart tax strategies that separate thriving businesses from those that struggle.What You'll Learn:✅ Why Scottsdale is attracting hospitality businesses like never before✅ The hidden costs and tax surprises new owners face✅ How to structure your business for growth and protection✅ Scottsdale-specific challenges (seasonality, staffing, events)✅ Tax planning strategies for restaurants, hotels, bars & more✅ When and how to scale to multiple locationsWhether you're thinking about opening a restaurant, running a boutique hotel, or scaling your hospitality concept, this episode gives you the strategic insights you need.CONNECT WITH US 👇https://linktr.ee/anthembusinessstrategists [https://linktr.ee/anthembusinessstrategists]#AskAnthem #ScottsdaleHospitality #RestaurantTax #HospitalityBusiness #PhoenixBusiness #TaxStrategy #SmallBusiness #RestaurantOwner #HotelBusiness #ScottsdaleAZ

10. Empowered, Not Replaced: How Smart Businesses are Using AI | Ask Anthem

The AI conversation has been dominated by fear: job losses, automation, replacement. But, there's another side to the story no one is talking about.What if we used AI to help free up time and focus on the high-value work we actually care about? Is it possible to work smarter, not harder? Can we truly use AI tools to our advantage?Mike Burkesmith, Founder and CEO of Best Results AI, has been rewiring organizations for decades and explores these questions and more in this Ask Anthem episode.We want to stay in touch! Here's all our links.https://linktr.ee/anthembusinessstrategists#AI #AIAutomation #AITools #BusinessOwner #BusinessGrowth

09. Oregon State's NIL Collective Founder Speaks Out | Ask Anthem

What does the founder of Oregon State’s NIL collective really think about the current state of NIL? In this interview, he opens up about the challenges, opportunities, and the future of athlete deals in college athletics.🏈 Learn how NIL is reshaping the game, straight from the people making it happen.Join us to hear unfiltered thoughts & firsthand perspectives from Kyle Bjornstad, founder of the Dam Nation NIL Collective at Oregon State University.Stay in touch with us for more updates & personalized guidance:https://linktr.ee/anthembusinessstrategists [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXZhanZrOThsYWZyd3lOWnVkZWkwSGQtZkRnUXxBQ3Jtc0tuU19WYktRMTlnY210bDg2TUcwdUlrRHZBbTBmdVV6QzdEbjc0MkdVYTNLb2R4bzhmd1VlMVAyNUVYVXMzOUtLZXVhTzJQdmplNURLZ0g4RDdJS2pvTmMxUmNDY3R2ZHJYRUQwRnIzY2FubzkwbmNvcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fanthembusinessstrategists&v=iUBamQXYxGc] #NIL [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nil] #NameImageLikeness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nameimagelikeness] #NILPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nilpodcast] #NILDeals [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nildeals] #Finance [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/finance] #Tax [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/tax] #OregonStateFootball [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/oregonstatefootball] #NIL [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nil] #CollegeAthletes [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/collegeathletes] #SportsBusiness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/sportsbusiness]

08. POV From a Head Coach: NIL On and Off the Field | Ask Anthem

Not too many years ago, athletes profiting off their own name, image, and likeness was unheard of...or even punishable. Now, college athletics has been flipped on it's head with the introduction of NIL. It's not just about the money though; it's affecting recruiting, team dynamics, relationship, and more. Join us to hear unfiltered thoughts & firsthand perspectives from Coach Thomas Ford Jr, Head Coach for the Idaho Vandals football team. Stay in touch with us for more updates & personalized guidance:https://linktr.ee/anthembusinessstrategists [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnRRTHNaMk42NDFpY0tCNDU2ako4TGRELU1vUXxBQ3Jtc0tuY0U2STF4a1RCMS0wbmxVQ2pVTHFTdGtPcWlzQUx6cEpnbVV6QWk1bU5mU3hUdDJ1N3FsanNwdldYTHpwR2tlWFJfV1hqekxjWVlyTm9LX19DY2VOSWFZdTdYVnpIdkZWVHNjLU91aFQ1Y3NhVFpLOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fanthembusinessstrategists&v=tWxUpjMbKdw] #NIL [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nil] #NameImageLikeness [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nameimagelikeness] #NILPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nilpodcast] #NILDeals [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nildeals] #Finance [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/finance] #Tax [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/tax]

07. How Have JUCOs Changed the NIL Industry? | Ask Anthem

NIL: A new era of financial opportunities for athletes or total chaos? Let’s hear the truth straight from a JUCO coach. 🏈💸With college athletes now able to profit from their name, image, and likeness, the landscape of college sports is shifting fast. But what does that actually look like behind the scenes? How are coaches adapting, and how is it affecting recruiting, team dynamics, and player priorities?Welcome to Ask Anthem—the podcast where we break down complex financial topics for business owners, families, and college sports fans alike. In this episode, we sit down with Oregon State University's AJ Cooper to get the real story on how NIL is evolving, what it means for student-athletes, and what every parent, player, or advisor should know. 💲💭ABOUT ANTHEM:For over 40 years, Anthem has been serving businesses across the Pacific Northwest & beyond. We navigate the tax hurdles, so you can keep what you earn.ALL OUR LINKS & SOCIALS:https://linktr.ee/anthembusinessstrategistsGET IN TOUCH WITH US:info@anthem.cpa503-362-9152https://anthemstrategists.com/contact/