Category: Starting a Business

Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Starting a Business

December 4, 2023

Sales & Marketing Plan in Six Easy Steps

Writing a marketing and sales plan is not as complicated as you think; knowing your target audience and where to reach them makes it easier to create one. Are you having trouble figuring out that part of your business plan? I have a blog post to help you find your target audience. Connect and Thrive: How…
Building a Business, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Sales, Starting a Business

December 2, 2023

Boost Bakery Sales

Running a bakery requires a lot of time, money, and energy. Sometimes your revenue doesn’t reflect the effort put forth. Just baking alone can take up 70% of your time. With slow sales from your website, vendor events, or marketplaces like Etsy, it is hard to turn a profit. Let alone scale the business. Here…
Building a Business, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Marketing Strategy, Services, Starting a Business

December 1, 2023

Starting an Event Planning Business

Growing an event planning company can seem impossible, especially when you have exhausted your network of friends and family. You can’t grow a business relying only on your family and friends; you need a bigger pool of people. Focusing on active customers is the best strategy to grow your business. These types of customers are…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Services, Starting a Business

November 29, 2023

Expand Your Creative Business in 2024

If you’ve been posting consistently on social media, trying to give value to your followers, and not seeing an increase in clients, this blog post is for you. By now, you have enough evidence to show that posting and using hashtags aren’t working. Neither are those dance challenges. And it won’t work, not if that…
Business Advice, Business Tips, Entrepreneurship, Starting a Business

November 26, 2023

How to Start a Business with No Money

Obtaining a business loan isn’t as easy as the YouTubers claim it to be. You should know if your credit is in bad shape, you will not get a business loan. Yep, that’s right. The bank takes into consideration your (personal) credit and spending habits. The YouTubers often will leave that pertinent information out. Plus,…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Strategy, Business Tips, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Starting a Business

November 24, 2023

Standing Out in a Saturated Market

If you find yourself in a crowded or saturated market, you should create ways to make your products or services stand out. It isn’t enough to focus on branding; developing a logo, brand voice, tone, mission and vision statement, brand elements for social media, color pallet, etc. You might be surprised, but those things aren’t…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, E-commerce, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Starting a Business

November 23, 2023

Connect with Your Audience Without Social Media

Many people purchase from Instagram and TikTok apps, making these platforms the best places to sell your products or services. But have you noticed it isn’t working that way for you? You are probably feeling like the odd man out. Your Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok ad campaigns are not bringing in new customers or more…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Strategy, Business Tips, E-commerce, Marketing Strategy, Products, Sales, Starting a Business

November 22, 2023

Wholesale Marketplaces: Approval Guide

Diving into the world of wholesale can be a game-changer for your business, providing a steady revenue stream and a perfect balance, no matter the season. While your website can handle wholesale transactions independently, there’s something about online marketplaces that brings in a massive audience and keeps the wheels turning. Let’s explore the ins and…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Starting a Business

November 22, 2023

Crafting an Effective, Simple Business Plan

A business plan is a must-have for a business. But many business owners refuse to write one. Half feel they don’t need one and think it’s a waste of time; for others, it’s overwhelming to plan your business so far in advance. I have a simple and effective business planning tool, a one-page PDF with…
Building a Business, Business Advice, Business Tips, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Starting a Business

November 21, 2023

Avoid Investing in Branded Swag for Your Business

What is swag? According to iPromo, it is company-branded merchandise given away as a form of advertising. No one wants to wear your logo. No one cares about having your logo on their pen or random stuff. What customers care about is a quality product and good customer service. They want a product or service…