Business Strategy
Permission to think small, be small, stay small
A small 🙂 manifesto for those of us who are tired of the constant refrain to “go big or go home” that is so popular in small business circles
Read MoreThe sweet-spot vs the black hole of doom
What you’re passionate about isn’t always the same as what needs to get done.
Read MoreHow many clients do you need?
Even if everyone in the world needs what you do, if they could afford it, if they want it…you can’t serve 7 billion people. How many clients do you need?
Read MoreSmall and successful – an alternative to go big or go home
Not into the hustle hustle go big build an empire thing? There’s more than one way to be successful – we just don’t hear about it.
Read MoreThe small business roller coaster
The ups and downs of optimism followed by discouragement are part of a common cycle. Learn where you are in that cycle and what to do at each stage.
Read MoreMy crazypants 6-week Facebook Live experiment
I decided to try a 6 week experiment: 30 episodes of the YOU-Shaped Business Show – delivered via Facebook Live. Today’s topics: what is a YOU-Shaped business? What the show is about. Watch the video or read the show summary.
Read MoreHow to make a living as a self-employed professional
Do the work you love on your own terms – get paid as much or more than a “real job” Here’s an honest overview of the steps you need to take.
Read MoreHas the ship for selling high-priced infoproducts and online courses sailed?
The ship for selling higher-priced information products has sailed. Teaching is the new marketing. Companies are offering free high quality courses in order to sell products and services. Here’s why this is great news if you’re a coach, consultant, freelancer or practitioner.
Read MoreAre unrealistic expectations getting in the way of your success?
Get Rich Quick promises still work. We’re surrounded by them. When reality doesn’t match the fantasy, the discouragement can derail your business.
Read More13 ways to break the isolation by collaborating with other small business owners
Being self-employed doesn’t mean that you have to do everything alone. Here are some ways to join forces for marketing, support and accountability.
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