After years of ignoring the steady calling to venture into the world of entrepreneurship once and for all, I finally listened to my intuition and took the plunge in December 2022. Founding my LLC made me feel like I was on top of the world. All the little milestones that followed — actually doing business things, like working with clients, keeping track of expenses and … [Read more...]
From Passion to Paycheck: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Make Profits from Your Passion
Ever wonder what it would be like to get paid for doing something you're passionate about? You know, turn your passion into an actual paycheck? For most people, following your passion seems like an unrealistic fantasy. But not for you, my pretty lady! Let me give a few real-life examples. Jess, a food and travel writer, parlayed her blog into a full-time job creating … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Increase Your Small Business Website Conversions
Is your small business getting the website conversions that you need? It doesn't matter what you want those conversions to be - closed sales, downloaded ebooks, newsletter subscriptions, or something else. The recommendations included in this article will help you boost your overall conversion rates. Your website is an important marketing and sales tool whether you're directly … [Read more...]
5 Psychological Barriers Keeping You from Delegating
Recently, I shared five things entrepreneurs must understand about delegation to be successful, but even after you've accepted how important delegation to your employees and delegation through outsourcing are to build your career or your business, you might not be able to do it. Delegating is hard for many people, but if you don't delegate, you'll suffer from too much stress, … [Read more...]
5 Small Business Growth Strategies that Work
Most entrepreneurs want to grow their businesses, but how do you do it? The good news is there are tried-and-true methods for small business growth that have been proven to work again and again. These are the fundamental growth strategies that all businesses---regardless of size, location, or industry---can follow to drive new revenues. Whether you're Apple, Google, or a small … [Read more...]
How to Start an ECommerce Dropshipping Business
Starting a dropshipping business website is a great way to get started in ecommerce with relatively low startup costs and no inventory risk. One of the best parts about dropshipping is that you can run your business from anywhere - it's 100% digital. Keep reading to get an overview of what dropshipping is, the pros and cons of dropshipping, and how to start your own ecommerce … [Read more...]
How to Find Your First 10 Business Clients
Whether you’re a freelancer, consultant, or you're starting a business, one of the most important things you can do is to find your first 10 business clients. These are the people who will help get your business off the ground, talk about you with others, and support you as you grow. 5 Steps to Prepare to Land Your First 10 Business Clients You can’t get your first clients … [Read more...]
5 Social Media Tips for Small Businesses This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a busy time for small businesses, so understandably, your social media strategy might not be at the top of your to-do list. Yet, with social media usage spiking to 73% during the holiday season, this is a critical time for your businesses to generate sales and connect with customers. Here are five tips to get you started. 1. Set Up Your Business … [Read more...]
Ultimate Guide to Starting a Small Business as a Female Entrepreneur
You've decided you're ready to start your own business, but what do you do first? There are so many things to consider when starting a small business - from the initial planning stages to the day-to-day tasks of running your company. It can seem overwhelming, but don't worry. Just go one step at a time and follow the tips discussed below. In this guide, you'll learn everything … [Read more...]
Saying “No” to Clients: What Every Freelancer Needs to Know
When you're a freelancer, it can be difficult to say no to clients. You don't want to lose business, and you're afraid of coming off as unprofessional. But if you're not careful, you can easily find yourself working excessive hours or being contacted at night and on weekends with an expectation that emails and calls will be returned outside of regular business hours. This can … [Read more...]