Last month, I got the first proof of a printed book I’m launching. Many people have asked me the steps of printing a book since I showed them the results. The process isn’t complicated, but it does have many steps and takes some time. I’m using Kindle Direct Publishing for on-demand printing. The book will […]
As we cruise into the last days of 2018, it’s easy to get wrapped up in looking FORWARD. Many people are already asking: what will 2019 bring? People are setting goals and talking about Q1, but Q4 isn’t over yet. Before you get swept up in the rush of 2019, take some time to assess […]
Working in my business full-time is one of my greatest accomplishments. I set my own hours, I work from home, and I get to choose what projects I work on. Despite my satisfaction with the career choice, I always tell aspiring full-time business owners to proceed with caution. Don’t quit your job in a hurry. […]
Like any job, there comes a time when you outgrow the pay rate that you’re getting from a client. After all, you don’t want to be earning the same amount of money for the rest of your life. There are two ways to get paid more. Take on new clients at a higher rate or […]
A mastermind is a group of people who share similar goals working together to achieve them. A mastermind for business is a great way to keep yourself around like-minded people who understand you and your mission. I’ve been a member of masterminds at different stages of my business. They’ve been helpful for support and accountability. […]
Late invoices are the bane of all of our existences. Income from a freelance and consulting business can naturally ebb and flow. Late invoices during an already slow period can cause serious panic. I generally give people the benefit of the doubt. Invoices aren’t always running late because they don’t want to pay you. Sometimes […]
Sometimes owning a business can feel more like a slog than like freedom. Monetizing your dreams is hard work, and the roller coaster of being a small business owner comes with a lot of ups and downs. It’s always good to keep a reminder of why you started your business in the first place handy, […]
We all want to hire freelancers who turn in great work. But every once in a while, there comes a time when the work you get isn’t exactly what you expected. I’ve worked with a few freelancers and creative agencies over the last few months for a book I’m publishing. Most of the time, I’m […]
After several years of freelancing, of hosting events, of starting my own business and having it support me, I’ve learned a lot about the best tools and tricks to doing your own thing. While having a VA, or accounting software, or a planner you love are all tools that people use to build their businesses, […]
Content is the buzzword now in the digital age. Celebrities create content. Businesses create content. Influencers create content. Everyone is creating content. There is a lot of pressure for creators to make new content constantly because people are always online and looking for new ways to be entertained and informed. In an effort to create […]