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  • The Dreams Score Framework

    The Dreams Score Framework
    2026/03/02
    In this episode of The Profit Blindspot, we explore how many businesses unknowingly overpay taxes and miss valuable financial incentives. Even well-run companies with trusted advisors often overlook credits and payroll savings hidden in complex tax rules. We introduce the DREAMS Score Business Analyzer, a structured framework designed to uncover these missed opportunities. By the end, you’ll see how a systematic review of your business finances can reveal savings that may be hiding in plain sight.
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    4 分
  • R&D and Industry Tax Credits: How to Get What You Deserve

    R&D and Industry Tax Credits: How to Get What You Deserve
    2026/03/04
    In this episode of The Profit Blindspot, we reveal how R&D and industry tax credits can save your business thousands—or even millions—each year. These credits aren’t just for tech giants; manufacturers, construction, and engineering firms can benefit too. Recent legislation like the One Big Beautiful Bill makes claiming and even amending past credits easier than ever. By understanding Qualified Research Expenses and using these incentives strategically, businesses can create recurring, significant tax savings.
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    5 分
  • Payroll Tax Savings Made Simple- Stop Overpaying Every Month

    Payroll Tax Savings Made Simple- Stop Overpaying Every Month
    2026/03/03
    In this episode of The Profit Blindspot, we show how businesses are overpaying payroll taxes without realizing it. Section 125 cafeteria plans and other pre-tax benefits can cut taxable wages and save roughly 7.65% per dollar. Combined with tax credits like WOTC, these strategies create significant, layered savings. Using tools like the DREAMS Score, business owners can uncover hundreds of dollars per employee and put money back into growth.
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    6 分
  • The Profit Blindspot - Trailer

    The Profit Blindspot - Trailer
    2026/03/01
    The Profit Blindspot is a business strategy podcast hosted by Annie Polish, helping U.S. business owners uncover hidden tax credits, payroll tax savings overpayment issues, group health and energy efficiencies, and AI optimization opportunities. Through real-world case studies and the Dreams Score Business Analyzer, each episode reveals where businesses are leaving money on the table and how to improve cash flow, efficiency, and long-term financial confidence. New boost
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    1 分
  • Uncovering Hidden Costs in Group Health

    Uncovering Hidden Costs in Group Health
    2026/03/26
    In this episode of The Profit Blindspot, we dive into the staggering reality of overpayments in group health insurance, where research suggests that upwards of 20% of medical claims contain costly errors. From complex coding blunders and administrative oversight to the rising trend of employer-sponsored plan inefficiencies, these "hidden leaks" can drain a company’s bottom line by thousands—or even millions—of dollars annually. By exploring the power of retrospective audits and proactive plan optimization, we highlight how businesses can reclaim between 2% and 6% of their healthcare spend, turning a traditionally passive expense into a strategic financial win.
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    6 分
  • Energy & Utilities: Don’t Leave Credits on the Table

    Energy & Utilities: Don’t Leave Credits on the Table
    2026/04/02
    In this episode, we break down how energy and utility costs quietly drain profits for business owners—and why most companies overlook major savings opportunities. We explore powerful incentives available in 2026, including the 30% federal solar tax credit, accelerated depreciation, and a wide range of utility rebates for efficiency upgrades. You’ll hear how stacking these programs can cut project costs by 50% or more, turning energy from a fixed expense into a strategic advantage. By the end, you’ll know exactly where to look and how to capture thousands—or even hundreds of thousands—of dollars in savings.
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    6 分
  • AI & Technology Optimization

    AI & Technology Optimization
    2026/04/09
    Two-thirds of small businesses using AI are already saving $500–$2,000 per month — not because they're tech companies, but because they've identified the right tasks to hand off. In this episode, we break down what AI and technology optimization actually looks like in practice for small and mid-size businesses: the real cost savings, the time recovered, and the compounding consequences of waiting. Drawing on research from McKinsey, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Gartner, and Redwood Software, we make the case that the question is no longer whether AI belongs in your business — it's which specific tasks you can start automating this week.
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    9 分