Small Business Simplifier
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Are you giving up on your dream of owning a business because you’ve been told you’re too old to be an entrepreneur? Do you think it’s too late or that you’ve missed your window of opportunity? Banish those thoughts at once! You are not too old to be an entrepreneur. No, I …
Like most other kids, I had career dreams and aspirations growing up, but becoming an entrepreneur wasn’t actively among them. I don’t think I even heard the word entrepreneur when I was a child. When I was almost 12, I started babysitting to earn pocket money. Babysitting didn’t …
When I was in college, I decided to become a professional photographer when people started asking if I would photograph portraits and events for them. I had very little idea what was involved in starting a business. I knew I needed a business license and a state tax permit. I didn’t know much …
Entrepreneurship is becoming an increasingly popular business option. According to Inc., more than 27 million Americans are starting or running their own businesses. Despite the popularity of entrepreneurship, the challenges of becoming a successful entrepreneur are many. Current research shows that …
When I was 19, I decided I would start a photography business to pay my way through college. I enjoyed photography and I took a photography class in high school to fill a gap in my schedule. Based on all that experience, I began photographing friends and family, and when someone suggested I …
Running a business from your home, even if it’s a solo business, doesn’t mean you don’t need insurance. While some homeowner’s insurance policies may offer limited coverage for home-based businesses, not all do. And these policies don’t cover everything a small business …
Are you looking for the magic formula for guaranteed success in your small business? If you find it, will you let me know? Seriously, though, there is no magic formula. No secret combination of education, experience, funding, or products will guarantee you a phenomenally successful business …
One of the biggest challenges for most entrepreneurs, especially when first starting out, is how to be successful in your business & still have a life. Balance is not always a skill that comes easily when we are following our dreams and building businesses. I used to own a retail photography …
Do you dream of owning your own business? Of being your own boss? Have you come up with the next million-dollar idea? Do your friends and family rave about your photography/sewing/baking/gardening/design skills and say you should be paid for your talent? Starting a business can be an exciting and …
Marketing may be one of the most challenging aspects of handling a photography business. Without it, you might lose potential clients and income. These are just four of the most cost-effective marketing strategies you can use to grow your photography business and secure more bookings. 4 Marketing …
