Real Business Advice from Chloe Clark

Category: Business Advice

Business Advice, Business Strategy, Checklist, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Product Development, Sales, Starting a Business, Work Life Balance

July 2, 2026

Are You Building a Real Business or Chasing a Fantasy?

This blog post is for aspiring entrepreneurs who have tried several times to start a business with little to no success. It is also for those who have given up on entrepreneurship altogether. Before you decide to take another leap into the marketplace, there is something important you need to understand. Over the years, I…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Checklist, E-commerce, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Starting a Business

June 21, 2026

Stop Overthinking Your Website: WordPress vs. Website Builders

Should you build a WordPress website or use a website template builder? At some point, you’ve probably asked yourself this question. I know that because it is one of the most common questions I receive from entrepreneurs who are just getting started. Fortunately, I’m in a unique position to answer it. Many years ago, before…
AI, Building a Business, Business Advice, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Starting a Business

June 1, 2026

AI Is a Tool, Not a Shortcut: A Reality Check for Entrepreneurs

I’m writing this as a warning to business owners who are persuaded by grifters, opportunistic investors, aggressive marketers, consultants, and others who see AI as an easy way to profit from people who don’t fully understand what it can and cannot do. Let me start by saying, I use AI tools daily, and like them,…
Books, Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Checklist, E-commerce, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Product Development, Products, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Starting a Business, Work Life Balance

March 13, 2026

My 2026 Business Book Reading List for Entrepreneurs

As an entrepreneur and mentor, I’m always looking for ways to continue learning and growing. Reading has been one of the most valuable tools in my journey, especially when it comes to understanding business strategy, marketing, leadership, and personal development. I created this 2026 Business Book Reading List to share some of the books that…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Sales, Starting a Business

March 1, 2026

How to Get Your First 10 Paying Clients

Getting your first 10 paying customers can feel overwhelming. For most entrepreneurs, especially those starting their first business, it is one of the hardest milestones to reach. Despite what you may see online, it rarely happens overnight. Social media, YouTube, and business influencers often make client acquisition sound effortless. In reality, landing your first customers…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Starting a Business, Work Life Balance

February 25, 2026

What YouTubers Aren’t Telling You About Entrepreneurship

There is a foundational principle, rooted in both the Bible and the observable natural world, that applies to business, whether or not one holds religious beliefs: the principle of seed time and harvest. This principle governs how growth works. Nothing produces results instantly, and nothing meaningful matures without first going through a process. Entrepreneurship is…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, E-commerce, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Product Development, Starting a Business

February 1, 2026

Why Candle Brands Struggle With Wholesale (and How to Fix It)

Many product-based business owners unintentionally limit their growth because they are pricing their products for online retail only. When wholesale, private label, and white-label opportunities aren’t considered from the beginning, entire revenue streams are left on the table. This happens most often when business owners focus on maximizing margin per item and, in some cases,…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Product Development, Sales, Work Life Balance

January 17, 2026

Stop Selling Authenticity and Start Selling What Works

As we step into a new year, it’s time to address the elephant in the room, one that has quietly shaped how many entrepreneurs build and market their businesses. For years, business owners have been misled about what customers truly want. I’ve decided to be the one to say it plainly. As a business mentor,…
Books, Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Sales, Starting a Business, Work Life Balance

January 2, 2026

Level Up Your Business: 10 Books to Read in 2026

With the new year comes fresh ideas and strategies to help you outperform last year. Whether you are already running a business or considering leaping into entrepreneurship, it is vital to research your industry and seek out reliable educational resources. And I do not mean spending hours watching YouTube videos or following social media content…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Mentoring, Business Tips, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Work Life Balance

December 18, 2025

How to pick the right business mentor?

I get this question often: How do I find the right business mentor? My answer usually starts the same way—that depends. Do you want a good mentor, or do you want someone who tells you what you want to hear? Of course, most people say they want a good mentor. In reality, many want validation.…