Business
5 Ways to Put the “Pro” in Productivity
It’s tough being a self-employed entrepreneur. You’re the only one holding yourself accountable to be productive at work. When you have 64 unread emails, two meetings before lunch, and a …
Business
Freelancing Pros and Cons: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Freelancers decide to veer off the beaten path of Corporate America for many reasons. Maybe your free spirit doesn’t want to be held down by the parameters of a 9 …
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Insurance
The Ultimate Guide to Business Insurance for the Self-Employed
If you work for yourself and are wondering a) what the heck is business insurance, and b) why you need it, you’ve come to the right place. If this is …
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Business
How to Start Freelancing (Hint: Do It on the Side)
First things first. Where to begin? Sure, you’ve got a day job, but those martinis and shrimp ceviche cocktails can add up fast. Enter freelance work. Extra dough to spend …
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Business
5 Tips for Naming Your Business
Names carry a lot of weight. We make assumptions and judgements based on names before we even know anything about the person/band/movie/business/product. If your friend tells you that you should …
Business
What These 5 Animals Can Teach You About Business
Discipline. A sense of responsibility. Integrity. A dedication to quality. These are just a few traits that describe one’s work ethic. And while you might be a hard worker, you …
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Business
The Power of “Yes, And…” For Business
The concept of “Yes, and…” is a tried and tested tactic in the world of improv comedy. The rule requires a participant to accept what another participant suggests (“yes”) and …
Business
Working for Yourself: How to Fake It Til You Make It
It’s completely normal to feel insecure when you’re starting out. Pretty much everyone who becomes self-employed fears that someone, somewhere, somehow will expose you as the hack you are. They …
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