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Start Up + Organization

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How Much It Costs to Start An Online Coaching Business

Ever wonder how much it actually costs to start a business online? If you’ve ever been curious about the costs to create a startup the right way, this post will give you a great breakdown of what to expect. Here is what you need to know about how much it costs to start your own…

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How To Write a Business Plan

This one document could change the trajectory of your business. Discover how to write a business plan, including examples and what to put in it. Have you ever sat down to create a business plan? Lots of small business owners skip over this critical step. But it’s so important. If you haven’t established one yet,…

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How to Become A Financial Coach

Do you enjoy helping people with their finances? If you have ever wondered how to become a financial coach and start your own business, then read on! This guide is just for you. Starting your own business is both rewarding and overwhelming at the same time. You can set your own hours and there are…

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Finance + Taxes

How To Increase the Average Order Value and Earn More Money

If you own a small business, you can earn so much more money just by learning how to increase the average order value. If it sounds complicated, don’t worry – I’m giving you all the insights and tips you need to watch your business bloom. As a small business owner, the goal is always to…

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Pay Off Debt – The Best Way To Get Out Of Debt

As a small business owner, every penny counts. Here’s how to pay off debt fast so you can keep more money that you make. These essential debt payment tips will give you some ideas to get the process started today! It seems like in order to succeed as a small business you have to go…

How to Pay Yourself As A Business Owner With Consistency

No business owner should be working with unreliable income. Follow my advice and you’ll know how to pay yourself as a business owner consistently from an appropriate business checking account. Is your salary your lowest priority? It shouldn’t be. There are so many clear benefits to giving yourself a consistent paycheck, such as peace of…

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Products + Services

What You Need To Have a Successful Speaking Event

As you prepare for your speaking event, don’t forget these 10 things. You’ll be able to turn an unpaid speaking event into a way to make money. Getting hired to speak at events or conferences is such an honor. It gives you more credibility in your field and opens the doors for helpful networking opportunities…

How to Earn Money with Affiliate Marketing

If you have a small business or an influential blog, you can earn extra income with affiliate marketing. This affiliate marketing for beginners post will show you why this is a viable option for many businesses, and how to begin. When you started your small business, you probably focused on being great at your one…

7 Tips for Getting Testimonials to Boost Business

How many prospects and clients have decided to reach out and work with you based on testimonials and online reviews? Testimonials are powerful ways to building credibility for your business and brand. The best time to ask for a testimonial and review is shortly after your client has experienced a success and big win after…

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Tools + Resources

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Payment Methods: Which Payment Tools Should You Use?

Make it easy for clients to pay you. As a small business owner, these are the best payment methods you should accept – from PayPal to Square. Is there one payment method that is better than others? Should you just ask people to pay with PayPal so you can avoid fees? There are so many…

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Best Small Business Conferences Every Business Owner Should Attend

When it comes to picking the best small business conference, there is certainly no shortage of options! The number of conferences that cater to small businesses continue to rise as more and more people flock to remote work and entrepreneurship. I’m a big proponent of taking advantage of conferences. Attendees will learn from the classes…

The Tools You Need to Launch and Create Online Courses

Ever been curious about how to create online courses? Teaching others online is a smart way to supplement your income while sharing beneficial knowledge with people who need your help. If you are an expert in a field, you have something you can teach a group of other people. It’s true! And I’m going to…

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Inspiration + Success

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Creating A Budget and Overcoming Negative Mindsets

Creating a budget gives you order and control. It can help you overcome negative mindsets, like thoughts of not being able to afford investments. Do you have negative thoughts related to money? Most people do. One of the most common hangups people have with money is a fear that they can’t afford to invest in…

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Overcome Financial Anxiety To Change Your Mindset

Your mind is a powerful tool as you build your business. However, it can be easy to let your mind become a battleground for anxiety if you aren’t careful. Instead, overcome your financial anxiety by completely changing your mindset. These are the thought patterns that are holding you back from your financial goals…and how to…

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37+ Entrepreneur Quotes to Motivate and Inspire You

Entrepreneurship has many benefits: a flexible schedule, the ability to follow your passion, and autonomy, to name a few. However, there’s no denying that being an entrepreneur is far from easy. On days when you feel discouraged or need a little inspiration, I highly recommend reading through entrepreneur quotes! Entrepreneur Quotes to Motivate and Inspire…

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