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It takes a lot of time, effort and money to grow a business. In fact, some people may decide to quit his or her “day job” and pursue their business endeavors full time. That’s great and all, but not everyone has the luxury to make such a big change. That’s when you have to start […]
Discover two important mistakes to avoid. Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses I tend to disagree with the business advice that tells us if we aren’t good at certain things, that we don’t stand a chance with our business or working from home. Hogwash! The way I see it, we all have our own particular strengths […]
I started my first business back in the mid 1980’s when I was still in high school. Over the years, I have had several businesses, some creative and some not – like the daycare center I owned while my sons were small so I could take them to work with me every day. I’ve learned […]
Wasting time can be a big problem for business owners. Most of us have more on our to-do lists than we have time for, so it’s important to manage your time wisely. Here are some tips to get you on the right track for the new year: Write it out – A written to-do list […]
It’s easy to get stuck in one way of thinking, especially if you’ve had some success with doing things in one specific way. When that happens, your business may stay steady, but if you really want it to grow, it’s time to start thinking outside the box. What are some things that you can implement […]
You start your day with the best of intentions. You wake up knowing that you want to accomplish a lot of things, but at the end of the day, you find yourself sitting there, feeling like you’ve accomplished nothing and wondering where the day went. Does this sound familiar? If so, it’s time to prioritize! […]
January is the perfect time to get organized! This is the “fresh start” time of year, when you’re ready to make changes. Here are some areas that you’ll want to pay particular attention to: Supplies – Do you have craft supplies in every room? Do you ever find that you want to craft, but it […]
Before social media took the world by storm, people relied on networking to help them with marketing. Sure, social media is a form of networking and it’s very convenient that you can do it anywhere and anytime, but don’t let that stop you from getting out and participating in some good old fashioned face-to-face networking! […]
Do you struggle to get all of your business tasks done? As a craft business owner, your priority is making new product. If you don’t have product to sell, there won’t be any money coming in. Instead of stretching yourself thin and trying to do everything yourself, start delegating! You can outsource some common business […]
Have you ever wondered how some folks manage to work on their creative business day after day, year after year? Owning a creative business can be tough. There are rarely vacations, little to no staff to help with the daily operations, and endless lists of things to do and accomplish each day. That’s all before […]
