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11/06/2026

Your client meetings are on the calendar. Is time with your family on it too?

On Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live, Hamid Mahmood asked Jake Isaac how entrepreneurs can make time for their health and their families when so much of their day goes into running the business.

Jake described a day many founders will recognize. You grab lunch at a gas station between appointments, skip the gym, and get home still thinking about work. You meant to spend the evening with your family, but they get what’s left of your attention.

Jake shared how specific he gets with his own calendar. Before his workday starts, he sets aside time for the gym, prayer, gratitude, and breakfast. He treats those commitments with the same care he gives to sending a client bid or training a new employee.

When you look at the week ahead, what’s one thing you want to make time for outside of work? Give it a place on your calendar.

Watch the full conversation
https://youtu.be/blZoZIZsN04?si=jfKTAN8mvObYdeCV

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11/04/2026

Your Business Is Growing. Can You Trust Your Numbers?

On Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live, Hamid Mahmood asked Paden Squires to share more examples of mistakes he sees business owners making. He pointed to something that often gets overlooked as a business grows. The quality of its bookkeeping.

Paden described encountering businesses with millions in revenue whose books still made it difficult to understand what was happening financially. Even with a successful operation, the numbers weren’t giving the owner or their advisors a clear picture.

He explained how this affects his work. To plan ahead, make projections, and identify tax planning opportunities, his team needs reliable information. When the books are incomplete or disorganized, they spend time guessing what the numbers mean.

For founders and business owners, the conversation highlights how much the basics matter as a business gets bigger. Bringing in revenue deserves attention, but so does understanding what the numbers reveal about the business.

As your business grows, are your books keeping up?

Watch the full conversation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-lh_qrMQaw

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11/03/2026

Should You Wait Until 40 to Start Building Wealth?

On Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live, Hamid Mahmood asked Joanne Reid, author of Unreal Estate, whether people should start thinking about wealth in their 30s and 40s or give it their attention earlier.

Joanne shared how her perspective shifted as she approached 40. She used travel as an example. It’s easy to put off a trip until retirement and assume you’ll have the time and health to enjoy it then.

For founders and business owners, that raises a question worth asking early. What do you want your money to give you the freedom to do, and when do you want to do it?

Watch The Full Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yShfPY2zn4U&t=1s

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11/02/2026

How Did a Lease Change Save One Veterinarian $40,000 in Taxes?

On Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live, Hamid Mahmood asked Paden Squires what he looks for when reviewing a new client’s tax returns. What had a previous accountant overlooked, and what difference did it make for the business owner?

Paden shared the story of a veterinarian near Dallas. The practice paid rent to a separate company that owned the building. The same payment was an expense for the practice and income for the property company. Looking at both businesses together prompted Paden to take a closer look at the lease.

Paden’s team changed how the practice paid rent and switched to a triple net lease. That shifted some of the profit from the practice to the property company. Paden said those changes reduced his client’s tax bill by $40,000 in one year.

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10/30/2026

This week’s guest is Paden Squires, Tax Planning Strategist, CPA, CFP, and Founder of Squires Tax Planning, where he works with founders and business owners to develop proactive tax strategies that support stronger financial decisions and long term wealth.

Paden’s work goes beyond traditional tax preparation, focusing on how business owners can plan ahead, understand their financial position, and make tax decisions that align with their broader business and personal financial goals.

The conversation will explore the shift from reactive tax preparation to proactive tax planning, and why founders should consider taxes as part of their year-round financial strategy rather than simply an annual obligation.

We’ll discuss tax planning, financial structure, cash flow strategy, wealth management, and business decision-making, including how these areas connect and influence the financial health of a growing business.

The conversation will also look at how founders can improve financial visibility, avoid common tax planning mistakes, make more informed decisions with their business cash, and use strategic planning to create greater financial flexibility and long term wealth.

Join the conversation and drop your biggest tax planning, business finance, cash flow, or wealth-building question in the comments.

10/30/2026

Will AI Replace Jobs or Create More Entrepreneurs?

On Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live, Hamid Mahmood asked Jonathan Foltz what happens to jobs when AI allows one person to take on work that previously required a team.

Jonathan shared his view that greater capacity could also create more demand. As services become more accessible, businesses that previously could not afford support may have new opportunities to invest in it.

He used marketing as an example. If AI helps a marketer serve more clients, it could open the door to working with more businesses and give more people the ability to start something of their own.

But he also raised another challenge. As more people gain the ability to build products, create content, and launch businesses, getting attention becomes harder.

For founders and agency owners, that raises an important question: as AI expands what they can deliver, how will they reach the people who need it?

Follow for more conversations from Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live with Hamid Mahmood on AI, entrepreneurship, marketing, and business growth.

Mark your calendar. Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live goes live tomorrow, Friday, October 30, at 11:15 AM ET.Software Pr...
10/29/2026

Mark your calendar. Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live goes live tomorrow, Friday, October 30, at 11:15 AM ET.

Software Pro is excited to share that Mr. Hamid Mahmood, will be hosting the next episode of Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live with Paden Squires.

Paden is a Tax Planning Strategist, CPA, CFP, and Founder of Squires Tax Planning, where he helps founders and business owners develop proactive tax strategies to reduce tax liabilities, make stronger financial decisions, and build long term wealth.

This week’s focus

Your accountant files taxes but who plans them

Hamid and Paden will explore how proactive tax planning can influence financial decisions, business structure, cash flow, and long term wealth.

The conversation will cover tax planning, financial structure, cash flow strategy, and wealth management, along with how founders can approach their business finances with greater clarity and strategic intent.

They’ll also look at why tax planning should happen throughout the year, how financial structure can affect business outcomes, and how stronger cash flow and wealth strategies can support long term financial strength.

This conversation is designed for founders, business owners, entrepreneurs, investors, and high income professionals looking to make smarter decisions around taxes, cash flow, financial structure, and wealth.

Join us live tomorrow, Friday, October 30 at 11:15 AM ET.

The conversation will be streamed live on Hamid Mahmood’s YouTube channel, 7 Figure Agency Mindset A-Z By Hamid Mahmood, as well as his Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram channels.

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1022016613

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamidmahmoodofficial/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hamidmahmoodofficial/

The episode will also be shared across the brand Facebook channels supporting Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live.

Software Pro Digital:
https://www.facebook.com/softwareprodigital/

Software Pro:
https://www.facebook.com/softwaredeveloperspro/

LeadGenDone:
https://www.facebook.com/leadgendone/

Ecom Development:
https://www.facebook.com/ecomdevelopment/

A quick look at the ecosystem behind the show:

Software Pro: AI transformation, custom software, automation, and digital product development.

Software Pro Digital: Performance marketing, outreach, funnels, and growth ex*****on for B2B and B2C brands.

Lead Gen Done: Agency growth, sales systems, operations, and scaling education for agency owners.

Ecom Development NYC: Ecommerce development, CRO, and growth solutions for online brands.

TANDM: Exit readiness advisory, coaching, and business growth for agency owners and business leaders.

Weekly playbooks and takeaways will also be shared through Hamid Mahmood’s newsletter, AI and Brand Growth Weekly.

Tune in live tomorrow, Friday, October 30 at 11:15 AM ET.

Looking forward to a practical conversation with Paden on tax planning, financial structure, cash flow strategy, wealth management, and the financial decisions that can help founders build stronger businesses and long term wealth.

10/28/2026

Your Voice Plays a Role in Building Trust

On Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live, Hamid Mahmood asked Matt Berthot how voice shapes authenticity and what makes someone come across as credible when they speak.

Hamid had connected authenticity with experience and the work someone has done. Matt added another perspective: how people communicate that experience matters too.

He explained that authentic communication starts with speaking from what you know and genuinely believe. AI can help write a polished script, but the expertise, conviction, and care behind the words need to come from the person delivering them.

Matt also spoke about passion. When people hear how much someone cares about their work, it can give them a reason to listen, ask questions, and learn more.

For founders and leaders, this is a reminder to let experience and care come through in the way they speak about their businesses.

Watch the full podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xaAV-dBr4XQ

Follow for more conversations from Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live with Hamid Mahmood on communication, leadership, AI, and business growth.

10/27/2026

Excited to share that Mr Hamid Mahmood, will be hosting the next episode of Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live with Paden Squires.

Paden is a Tax Planning Strategist, CPA, CFP, and Founder of Squires Tax Planning, where he helps founders and business owners develop proactive tax strategies to reduce tax liabilities, make stronger financial decisions, and build long term wealth.

This week’s topic

Your accountant files taxes but who plans them

Hamid and Paden will explore how proactive tax planning can influence financial decisions, business structure, cash flow, and long term wealth.

The conversation will cover tax planning, financial structure, cash flow strategy, and wealth management, along with how founders can approach their business finances with greater clarity and strategic intent.

They’ll also look at why tax planning should happen throughout the year, how financial structure can affect business outcomes, and how stronger cash flow and wealth strategies can support long term financial strength.

This conversation is designed for founders, business owners, entrepreneurs, investors, and high income professionals looking to make smarter decisions around taxes, cash flow, financial structure, and wealth.

Join us live Friday, October 30 at 11:15 AM ET.

The conversation will be streamed live through Hamid Mahmood’s YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram channels.

YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1022016613

LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamidmahmoodofficial/

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/hamidmahmoodofficial/

The episode will also be shared across the brand Facebook channels supporting Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live.

Software Pro Digital
https://www.facebook.com/softwareprodigital/

Software Pro
https://www.facebook.com/softwaredeveloperspro/

LeadGenDone
https://www.facebook.com/leadgendone/

Ecom Development
https://www.facebook.com/ecomdevelopment/

A quick look at the ecosystem behind the show:

Software Pro: AI transformation, custom software, automation, and digital product development.

Software Pro Digital: Performance marketing, outreach, funnels, and growth ex*****on for B2B and B2C brands.

Lead Gen Done: Agency growth, sales systems, operations, and scaling education for agency owners.

Ecom Development NYC: Ecommerce development, CRO, and growth solutions for online brands.

TANDM: Exit readiness advisory, coaching, and business growth for agency owners and business leaders.

Weekly playbooks and takeaways are also shared through Hamid Mahmood’s newsletter, AI and Brand Growth Weekly.

Tune in live Friday, October 30 at 11:15 AM ET.

We’re looking forward to a practical conversation with Paden on tax planning, financial structure, cash flow strategy, wealth management, and the financial decisions that can help founders build stronger businesses and long term wealth.

10/27/2026

AI Can Fake Emotion, Not Feel It

On Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live, Hamid Mahmood asked Matt Berthot what makes the human voice different as AI voices become more convincing.

Matt brought the conversation back to emotion. In his view, while AI can imitate emotional expression, human communication draws on lived experiences and feelings that shape how people connect.

He also shared why understanding and expressing emotions matters. How people handle stress, show kindness, and remain present can influence the way they communicate.

Matt highlighted an opportunity for businesses and leaders. As AI takes care of more work behind the scenes, it can create more time for building relationships and having meaningful conversations with real people.

For founders and leaders, the conversation offered a reminder to consider how they show up, listen, and make others feel when they speak.

Follow for more conversations from Agency & Brand Growth Weekly Live with Hamid Mahmood on AI, communication, leadership, and business growth.

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