Jun 8, 2021 | Self-Employment Sanity |
I often hear from self-employed professionals that they are struggling. Running a business is hard work. Marketing and sales can be uncomfortable or even scary. You frequently don’t know where your next client is coming from. It can make you feel pessimistic, or...
Apr 15, 2021 | Self-Employment Sanity |
There’s been plenty of media coverage about the widespread benefits provided by the American Rescue Plan (ARP). But many self-employed professionals and other small business owners don’t realize how many new sources of relief they may be eligible for....
Feb 24, 2021 | Business Model |
You’ll often hear or see the advice that you should create a profit and loss forecast for your business. In fact, you may have heard it from me. Forecasting how much you will earn and what expenses will be necessary is an essential step to set appropriate prices...
Dec 12, 2020 | Getting Clients |
When you were growing up, it’s a good bet that one or more of the adults in your life advised you not to stand out. Standing out, like showing off, causing trouble, or breaking the rules, was something that good boys and girls didn’t do. Now that...
Jun 19, 2020 | Self-Employment Sanity |
As business owners, we are frequently offered “opportunities” that may deliver a significant return, but also have the potential to take up a great deal of time. You may be asked to provide your expertise, collaborate on a project, help organize an event,...
Apr 2, 2020 | Self-Employment Sanity |
There’s no question that the state of the world economy is alarming. Here in the U.S., businesses are failing, unemployment is at record levels, and business and consumer spending in multiple categories has plummeted. And there’s no clear path to recovery...
