Real Business Advice from Chloe Clark

Category: Business Tips

Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Work Life Balance

October 15, 2025

What Planting Seeds in Your Business Truly Means

It was gardening that first taught me how business really works. Over the years of planting from seed and tending to edible plants, I’ve seen countless parallels between growing food and building a business. Both require patience, consistency, and faith in the process. In this post, I want to share a fresh perspective on running…
Business Strategy, Business Tips, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Products, Sales, Services

August 13, 2025

Stop Wasting Money on Swag—Do This Instead

What exactly is swag? According to iPromo, it’s company-branded merchandise given away as a form of advertising—think pens, tote bags, t-shirts, notebooks, and other freebies with a company logo. But here’s the truth: most people don’t actually care about your logo on a pen or t-shirt. Customers care about one thing—a quality product or service…
Building a Business, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Checklist, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Products, Sales, Services, Starting a Business

August 1, 2025

The Real Reason Social Media Isn’t Growing Your Business

If you’ve been told that Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok are the best places to sell your products or services, you’re not alone. It’s a popular narrative—after all, millions of people use those platforms daily. However, if you’re investing time and money in social media ads and posting, yet still not seeing tangible results, you’re not…
Building a Business, Business Tips, Checklist, E-commerce, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Product Development, Starting a Business

July 20, 2025

Low-Cost Product Testing Strategies

So, you’ve developed a new product or service and want to see if people will buy it, but you don’t have the funds for a big launch. Don’t worry. Product testing doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Here are a few budget-friendly ways to gather feedback and validate your idea before investing a significant…
Building a Business, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Checklist, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Products, Sales, Services

July 5, 2025

How to Build Visibility and Credibility in a Bad Economy

In times of economic uncertainty, business owners are often forced to do more than maintain the status quo—they must innovate. If you’re navigating today’s unpredictable landscape, now is the time to think strategically about how to position your business for long-term success. Whether you’re looking to retain current customers, attract new leads, or strengthen your…
Books, Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Sales, Starting a Business, Work Life Balance

May 28, 2025

8 Books Every Small Business Owner Should Read

Stay Motivated, Learn Practical Skills, and Connect with Your Customers Whether you call yourself a solopreneur, entrepreneur, sole proprietor, self-employed, or an independent contractor—you’re likely working with a small team or running the entire operation yourself. That takes focus, motivation, and a whole lot of determination. One of the best ways to stay inspired and…
Building a Business, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Sales, Starting a Business

March 22, 2025

Your Customers Are Out There—Here’s How to Find Them

When mentoring business owners, one of the first questions I ask is, “How do you plan to market your product or service to your target audience?” The most common response?, social media ads—Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn. It seems like the obvious answer, right? Wrong! We’ve been conditioned to believe social media is the best…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Mentoring, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Mindset, Product Development, Products, Sales, Services, Starting a Business

February 16, 2025

Market Research: How to Avoid Information Overload

When starting a business, it is tempting to collect as much data as possible. You might think that researching 30-plus companies will give you a well-rounded understanding of your industry. In reality, this approach often leads to information overload and analysis paralysis. The key is to focus on relevant market research that aligns with your…
Books, Building a Business, Business Tips, E-commerce, Entrepreneur, Marketing, Products, Sales

January 30, 2025

6 Must-Read Books for Every Product Seller

As an entrepreneur, I’ve owned both service-based and product-based businesses, and I can tell you firsthand—these two business models are entirely different. Neither is necessarily better than the other, but they require completely different approaches. If you’re thinking about starting a product-based business, there are some key things you should know. Many strategies that work…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Mentoring, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Marketing Strategy, Mindset, Starting a Business, Work Life Balance

January 8, 2025

10 New Year’s Resolutions to Boost Revenue in 2025

Ready to make 2025 your most profitable year yet? Here’s your 10-step guide to working smarter, growing stronger, and increasing revenue without burnout or over-complicating your business: 1. Polish Your Image Start the year with a fresh look! Update your marketing materials, product photos, business profiles, and branding images. A clean, professional image speaks volumes…