Would you be willing to quit your day job on Wall Street to start an online business? That's exactly what Nathalie Lussier did with Real Foods Witch; a blog that receives over 750,000 visitors a year. With this success, readers and clients were asking her how she did it, which led her to where she is at today. Nathalie has been ... Read More
Archives for August 2015
Getting (and Keeping) Your First Client
New business owners face a list of challenges once their doors open. Among those hurdles is finding potential clients and turning them into customers. This is especially difficult for high-ticket service-based businesses like event planners or interior decorators, where clients might be wary of hiring a professional who’s never had a ... Read More
4 Reasons Working from Home is Perfect for Empty Nesters
In the past, I have written about the changes that take place as our children leave the house and we transition to that “Empty Nester” status. I have one more child at home who is entering her sophomore year of high school, so, it is something I think about quite often. As I ponder the who, what, where, when, how and why of this ... Read More
How to Start Working as a Virtual Assistant
For more and more individuals, the days of working in an office cubicle under humming fluorescent lights are drawing to a close. In some cases, employers are saving money by downsizing office space and attracting a strong workforce by offering work at home opportunities. In other cases, individuals are making the choice to strike ... Read More
What to Do if You’re Not Getting the Results You Anticipated From Blogging
Many business owners and brand managers looking for results assume that blogging is the ticket to success. Expert opinions and how-to articles consistently mention blogging as one of the top methods of spreading brand awareness and driving website traffic, but it’s not an instant fix. Check out some of the options below to improve ... Read More
How to Set Up Your Home Photography Studio
Whether you’re an eCommerce craft seller or a blogger, you know just how important great visuals are. From product images to in-context shots, amazing imagery is the key to clicks, followers, shares, and sales. The secret to great photography is all in the setup; you don’t need the skills of a professional photographer or the best ... Read More
5 Ways to Save on Home Business Expenses
Starting your own home business can be scary, especially when you consider the money that you will need to put forth the initial startup and upkeep. No matter what you envision doing from home, there are ways to decrease the amount of money that you put out. To keep business expenses under budget, here are five easy ways to save ... Read More
How to Book More Clients Using Discovery Calls (That Don’t Feel Scary or Sleazy)
Over the years, all of my clients have faced a similar struggle. While many of them work beyond it, or for some, this concern ebbs and flows, finding clients is undeniably one of the hardest parts of being in business for yourself. However, what if I told you that there is an easy way to find consistent clients, and all you need ... Read More
Work-at-Home Style – The cabi Collection & Career Opportunity
Sponsored by cabi While I love summer and the relaxed days it brings, fall is always a welcomed time of year. With the reemergence of cooler weather, pumpkin spice lattes, fall boots, and of course cabi’s new fall collection -- it’s one of my favorite times of the year. In fact, when I opened up cabi’s new fall 2015 catalog I got ... Read More
Theme Parties Mean Fun Parties
What excites people nowadays to hold home shopping parties? Is it the product? Is it to help a friend get more products? Maybe. Is it to have a fun girls’ night out and escape the madness of everyday life? DING, DING! Women are BUSY, busier than they’ve ever been! So what are YOU going to do to not only make that experience ... Read More
Working From Home as an Interior Decorator
Bohnne Jones is the Owner of Decorating Den Interiors, in Nashville, Tennesse. After years in Healthcare and IT, Bohnne moved into the world of interior decorating. Read on to find out how she was able to take her passion and turn it into a business she loves! Tell us a little bit about yourself and your entrepreneurial journey. As a ... Read More
7 Ways to Market Your New Business Without Breaking the Bank
Launching a new business is never easy, but it doesn't have to bankrupt you, either. Many new business owners are excited to promote their company, but make the mistake of spending too much on marketing. While it's important to advertise and market your organization, it's possible to do this without spending a lot of money. In fact, ... Read More