How a Single Mom Built a Tax Empire

What happens when a single mother with four young children refuses to accept the future someone else planned for her?

In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Taryn Jalomo shares the remarkable journey that transformed adversity into opportunity. After escaping a difficult divorce and facing the challenge of supporting her family alone, she discovered an unexpected talent that would change everything. Guided by mentors, fueled by determination, and committed to lifelong learning, Taryn built a thriving tax strategy firm that now helps business owners keep more of what they earn.

She reveals why most entrepreneurs wait too long to think about tax planning, the costly mistakes that business owners make, and how financial education can create lasting generational impact. Along the way, she shares lessons about resilience, confidence, mentorship, and building a legacy that extends beyond business into family and community.

Key Takeaways

• How Taryn transformed a difficult divorce into the foundation for a successful business

• Why tax planning should happen before tax season, not after

• The importance of finding mentors who recognize your potential

• How specialization creates greater business growth and expertise

• Why entrepreneurs should focus on their strengths and outsource the rest

Notable Quotes

• "It's not dollars for hours. You're paying for my experience and expertise."

• "You don't know what you don't know."

• "If it's meant to be, it's up to me."

• "You should do what you love, what you're good at, and stay in your lane."

• "A tax return is just a report card."