It’s the ultimate dream. Transitioning from the daily 9-5 grind to being legitimately self-employed. To put in your two weeks’ notice and set out on a journey to build something entirely of yourself. But it’s also terrifying. There’s a reason why 44 million Americans have a side hustle, and yet there are only 32.5 million […]
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How to Avoid Solopreneur Burnout
It’s the dream. You and your business against the world. From the moment you strike out alone, it’s an exhilarating experience, but it can also be a lonely, and at times, exhausting one. Be careful that you don’t develop solopreneur burnout. Solopreneurs in the early stages of launching a business have to wear many hats. […]
18 Important Business Tax Deductions You Should Be Taking
Many small business owners dread tax time. Updating invoices and calculating how much money goes to the government isn’t very fun. Fortunately, though, there are several tax deductions you can take if you properly account for and document these expenses throughout the year. Whether you’re looking for savings on this year’s taxes or are preparing […]
How to Create an Elevator Pitch that Defines Your Business
How you describe your business matters. To make the right introduction, you need an elevator pitch that effectively highlights your unique value proposition, why you are especially suited to deliver on that proposition, and most importantly, why other people should care. What’s an elevator pitch? It’s how you can sell your business in the short […]
How to Overcome Fear in Your Business
Ask any entrepreneur for an honest description of the life they lead, and they’ll describe a life of putting out fires, never-ending stress over finances, and persistent fear. Not only are entrepreneurs more likely to be stressed out and “worried a lot” than other workers, they are twice as likely to suffer from depression and […]
Time Management Hacks for Entrepreneurs
We all have the same twenty-four-hour day. How we each manage that day is the most important factor in determining our success or failure. As an entrepreneur, you should carefully examine how your daily routines affect your productivity. Then use those results to improve your time management practices. These four root causes impact productivity most. […]