Beware the Toxic Swamp
There’s a scary amount of bad business advice out there. Some of it is well-meant but based on nothing but guesswork, some is purposely malicious, and some is just plain toxic.
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False Stories Could Be Holding You Back
Quite often our brains are lying to us in an attempt to protect us from possible rejection or failure. If we don't try it, we can't fail, so we give ourselves a reason not to try. We create false stories about why we can’t do that thing.
How Do You Get Consistency in Leads, Sales, & Income as a One-Person Business?
Whatever your plans are for the future, consistency matters. But how do you get all that when you're a one-person business with limited time and budget?
The Problem With One-and-Done Freelance Services
If you only offer buy-once products or services, you constantly have to find and win new clients. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways you can build a business that isn't reliant purely on one-and-done projects.
Get Comfortable Selling Your Services
If you want a business that earns you money, you’ve got to sell. You have to make sales.
And if you genuinely offer something of value, selling shouldn’t be a problem.
Getting Retainer Clients as a Freelancer
When you offer retained services, your income will be more predictable and stable, and you won't need to constantly generate new business.
Common Money Management Mistakes
If you don't know what's what with your finances and you don't plan, you can find yourself in all sorts of financial difficulties. Take control of your cash flow. Know your figures. And don't run your business on guesswork.
Hobbies Make You Better at Business
Anything that develops brain function (memory, logic, coordination), improves transferable skills (communication, problem-solving, innovation), or helps with your mental and physical health is going to be hugely beneficial.
How to Find Introducers & Referral Partners
Most freelancers would rather not spend half their time prospecting for work. Having a couple of introducers or referral partners can help bring a more consistent flow of work.
Not Everything Needs an AI Twist
Do we really have to become AI experts, use AI to make everything more efficient, and find a way to incorporate AI into everything we sell?
5 Ways Creative Writing Can Benefit Your Business
Creative writing isn’t limited to poets and novelists – anyone can have a go. And it doesn't just make a good hobby, it can benefit your business too.
Does Your Business Work Around You?
If you want to make your dream lifestyle a reality, you need a business that supports it and works around you.
How to Rebuild Your Confidence After a Bad Client Experience
Most of us have had one or two clients who have made us question our capabilities. It's just not something people tend to shout about. Who wants to admit that not every client thinks you are brilliant?
How to Spot "Red Flag" Clients (Before They Become Clients)
Unfortunately, not every enquiry is a good enquiry and not every client is a good client. Ideally, you want to filter out the bad ones before you start doing work for them.