Right now, “blockchain” may as well be synonymous with cryptocurrency. In that capacity, blockchain is still a highly effective and arguably revolutionary technology. Yet, the potential applications for blockchain go far beyond Bitcoin and similar forms of money. This may usher in a new era of crowdfunding. The real power of blockchain is its ability […]
Creating a course is one way to diversify your income. If you’re making money from a business, there’s a good chance you have something to teach that people want to learn. I like making and taking courses from other people because they’re often a smaller ticket product that gives me an introductory into what the […]
A business credit card offers some clear advantages for a small business owner: Access to additional capital, reward and travel perks, potential 0% interest on purchases, sign-up bonuses … the list goes on. And in some cases, it can even replace traditional business financing as a better, more affordable option to cover business expenses. But […]
When you’re self-employed, increasing business is a constant effort. Normally, you’ll do this by growing your main business. But you can also do it by adding income streams, from sources not directly related to your main business. Usually those income streams will mostly provide additional revenue. But sometimes they can even be used to increase […]
Few industries are dictated quite like ecommerce is dominated by Amazon, Walmart, and other superpowers. Despite the utter control these companies have on the space, there are still smaller ecommerce businesses that find success. This leaves other businesses and entrepreneurs wondering if there’s a repeatable recipe at play. And if so, how can more small […]
For most startup founders, it takes a while for the business to become profitable enough to pull out a substantial paycheck – enough to live on, that is. But in the meantime, what do these entrepreneurs do to pay the bills and keep food on the table? The Uphill Climb to Profitability Anyone can start […]
People want to see results. Building up a sample portfolio can help you close deals without as much discussion if you can produce the results they need. Getting clients doesn’t have to be like pulling teeth. You need to show that you’re capable of delivering. It all sounds easy enough, but you may be stumped […]
Starting your own business can be quite a financial commitment. Most entrepreneurs decide to take out a loan or line of credit to help cover their initial start-up costs. You can also consider invoice financing as well where you can borrow against outstanding invoices that you have pending. However, you may want to cash flow […]
Ping pong tables, on-site massages, and free haircuts might look great on paper, but let’s be honest: They’re gimmicks. Even if they manage to attract a candidate’s attention, they’re unlikely to be the reason he or she sticks around. Benefits are supposed to be a key differentiator for employers, but the reality is that most […]
Increasing your freelancing or consulting rates is the key to generating more income. In a service-based business, there are only so many hours in a day that we can work. Eventually, you hit a point where there’s a limit to your income unless you’re interested in sacrificing work-life balance. The answer to this is increasing […]