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Key Psychological Triggers That Influence Customers In Marketing Messaging

AI - Artificial Intelligence, Business Planning, Software and Tools / April 20, 2025

Key Psychological Triggers That Influence Customers in Marketing Messaging by Tim Donahue How to create a compelling Customer Pitch using proven key psychological triggers When writing marketing copy for your customers it’s important to know that traditionally, marketers are pulling on various triggers that we all have as humans.  Some people want to hear that …

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How to Choose the Best SEO Keyword Phrase for Your Website

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups / March 3, 2025

How to Choose the Best SEO Keyword Phrase for Your Website by Tim Donahue When starting a website, one of the most crucial steps is selecting the right SEO keyword phrase to focus on. Your SEO keyword choices will determine how easily potential customers can find your site through search engines like Google. In this …

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The Basics of Business: What Every Founder Need To Know About Exactly What Makes a Business Successful

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups / March 3, 2025

The Basics of Business: What Every Founder Need To Know About Exactly What Makes a Business Successful by Tim Donahue A business is not a business unless it can sustain itself financially. What are the basics you should focus on first?   Many new founders have unrealistic expectations about what it takes to build something that …

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How to Write a Clear and Effective Early Stage Design Document

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups / February 19, 2025

How To Create Your First Early Stage Design Document by Tim Donahue Clearly defining your business in writing is the first step toward making your business a reality Many new founders make a critical mistake in the early stages of building their new business—they stay trapped in fuzzy thinking – floating between possibilities without ever getting …

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How To Find A Technical Co-Founder For Your Startup

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups, Website Development / February 17, 2025

How To Find A Technical Co-Founder For Your Startup by Tim Donahue So you’ve got this amazing business idea, but there’s one problem—you’re not technical… Now what?   How do you find a technical cofounder? You need someone who can turn your vision into reality, someone who understands code, servers, databases, and all that stuff. …

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How To Hire An App Developer: A Step-by-Step Guide

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups, Website Development / February 17, 2025

How To Hire An App Developer: A Step-by-Step Guide by Tim Donahue Hiring an app developer can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not tech-savvy. However, learning how to hire an app developer is crucial for turning your idea into a functional product. Whether you’re building a mobile app or web application, choosing the right developer …

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What is Intellectual Property (IP) and Why Is It Important?

Business Planning, Legal Issues / February 5, 2025

What is Intellectual Property (IP) and Why Is It Important? by Tim Donahue Understanding and Safeguarding Your Intellectual Property In the competitive business landscape, innovation is key. Your unique ideas, inventions, and creations are valuable assets – known as your IP or Intellectual Property – that can differentiate your business and drive its success.  This …

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How To Choose The Right Business Type: LLC, S-Corp, Sole Proprietorship, C-Corp?

Business Planning, Choosing a Business Type / January 3, 2025

How To Choose The Right Business Type: LLC, S-Corp, Sole Proprietorship, C-Corp? by Tim Donahue Choosing the right business structure is one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make when starting a business. It affects your taxes, your liability, and even how you operate daily. If you’re not sure whether to go with …

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How Hard Is It To Start A Business With No Money?

Business Planning, Funding & Finance, Startup Questions / December 14, 2024

How Hard Is It to Start a Business With No Money? by Tim Donahue Starting a business? You’re probably wondering “How do I start a business without the money, resources or know-how I need?” The truth is, anyone with determination, creativity, and the willingness to learn can become an entrepreneur. This guide will show you …

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How To Build An Online Presence For Your Business

Business Planning, Ecommerce, Marketing, Startup Questions, Website Development / December 3, 2024

How To Build An Online Brand For Your Business by Tim Donahue Every business needs an online brand and presence today – here’s your online guide for how to build an online presence, including tips on social media, content creation, how to choose the right platforms and workflow suggestions. Building an online presence is crucial …

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Non-Negotiables For Marketing Your Business Online

Business Planning, Marketing / July 26, 2024

Non Negotiables for Marketing Your Business Online by Tim Donahue These are the most important, non-negotiable marketing strategies you need to use on your website when looking for customers. Imagine launching your dream business only to see it flounder due to lack of visibility. Sarah, an enthusiastic entrepreneur, launched her handmade jewelry business online, only …

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All You Need to Know About Startup Incubators

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Funding & Finance, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / May 27, 2024

All You Need to Know About Startup Incubators Heard about startup incubators, and how they can catapult your business success? Are you an entrepreneur with a brilliant business idea but lacking the resources and guidance to turn it into reality?  Look no further than startup incubators – organizations dedicated to nurturing and accelerating the growth …

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What To Know About Trademarks, Service Marks, Registered Marks, and Copyrights

Business Planning, Legal Issues, Tips For Business Startups / November 21, 2023

What To Know About Trademarks, Service Marks, Registered Marks, and Copyrights by Tim Donahue Understanding the Pillars of Intellectual Property: Trademarks, Service Marks, Registered Marks, and Copyrights Introduction Intellectual property rights are crucial in the business world. They offer protection and legal recognition to brands, products, and creative works. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore …

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How To Create An Online Retail Fashion Brand Ecommerce Store

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Ecommerce Stores, Starting a Fashion Brand / June 22, 2023

How To Create An Online Retail Fashion Brand: A Comprehensive Quick Start Guide by Tim Donahue Learn the details: How to start an ecommerce online fashion store Embarking on the creation of an online retail fashion brand can be an exhilarating experience. This all-inclusive guide is your roadmap to navigate the complexities of establishing and …

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How to Start a Business in California: A Comprehensive Guide

Business Planning, Startup Questions / May 13, 2023

How to Start a Business in California: A Comprehensive Guide Step by step guide to learn how to start a business in California   Note! This guide is intended for founders who have already validated their business idea … …and gone through the important steps to make sure they want to formally start the business. If …

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How to Find Out If The Market For Your Business Exists – and Build a Buzz Before Launching Your Product

Business Ideas, Business Planning / May 13, 2023

How to Find Out If The Market For Your Business Exists and Build a Buzz Before Launching Your Product by Tim Donahue Here’s how to find out if the market for your business exists In the world of entrepreneurship, understanding your market and creating anticipation for your product are two critical steps towards success. But …

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Learn the Basics of Building an App From Scratch for Newbies

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups / May 8, 2023

Learn the Basics of Building A Mobile App by Tim Donahue A comprehensive guide to building a mobile app for the first time Here are twelve steps a person can take when attempting to build a mobile app for the first time: Define your goals: Start by defining the goals of your app. What do …

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License and Legal Requirements for Different Business Types: Explaining It All

Business Planning, Choosing a Business Type, Legal Issues / May 7, 2023

License and Legal Requirements for Different Business Types by Tim Donahue A Comprehensive Guide to License and Legal Requirements for Different New Businesses The Importance of Understanding License and Legal Requirements for Different Business Types Many new business owners are wondering how to figure out what their responsibilities are when it comes to legal and …

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From Idea to Profit: A Comprehensive Guide to Validating Your Business Idea

Business Planning, Validation & Research / May 7, 2023

From Idea to Profit: A Comprehensive Guide to Validating Your Business Idea by Tim Donahue Introduction: Why Validating Your Business Idea is Crucial If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, you already know that coming up with a business idea is just the first step.  The hard part is figuring out whether your idea is worth pursuing… …

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Website Design, Examples and Hiring A Developer Resources

Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups, Website Development / May 3, 2023

Website Design, Examples, and Hiring A Developer Resources by Tim Donahue Inspiration and design examples Website builder platforms Good design vs. bad design Where to hire a developer Use these sites for design ideas and inspiration for your own website: Awwwards: A platform that recognizes and promotes the talent of web designers, developers, and agencies …

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Amazingly Helpful Books & Articles for Entrepreneurs

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups / May 3, 2023

Amazingly Helpful Books & Articles for Entrepreneurs by Tim Donahue Excellent and amazingly helpful books & articles for entrepreneurs you need to read Are you an aspiring entrepreneur looking to expand your knowledge and skills? If so, you’re in the right place. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most helpful books for …

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8 Most Important Questions Asked By Entrepreneurs

Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups / May 2, 2023

8 Most Important Questions Asked By Entrepreneurs by Tim Donahue Gain insight from these important questions asked by other entrepreneurs When starting a new venture, entrepreneurs face a lot of challenges and unknowns. To help you navigate the entrepreneurial landscape, we’ve compiled a list of the 8 most important questions asked by entrepreneurs.  In this …

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Top Tips For Naming A Business – Dos and Don’ts

Business Planning, Marketing, Tips For Business Startups / May 1, 2023

Top Tips For Naming A Business – Dos and Don’ts by Tim Donahue Follow these helpful top tips for naming a business Choosing the perfect name is really important when starting a new business.  You want something easy to remember, easy to spell, and there are other factors. In this post, we’ll share top tips …

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9 Best Businesses You Can Start With Little Investment

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups / May 1, 2023

9 Best Businesses You Can Start With Little Investment by Tim Donahue Need ideas for a business you can start with little investment? Are you tired of working for someone else and want to start your own business? Is the lack of capital holding you back? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered:  In this blog …

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5 Important Secrets About Starting A Business Everyone Should Know

Business Planning, Startup Questions / April 27, 2023

5 Important Secrets About Starting A Business Everyone Should Know by Tim Donahue Before starting a business, consider these important secrets for every small business founder It’s important to be prepared for the road ahead when starting a small business. In this blog post, we’ll reveal the Important Secrets About Starting A Business that every …

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Best Dropshipping Suppliers Sources List for Your Shopify Store​

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Ecommerce Stores, Starting a Fashion Brand / April 25, 2023

Dropshipping Suppliers List for Your Shopify Store by Tim Donahue Dropshipping supplier sources: Companies that feature women’s apparel, women’s clothing and accessories Here are 8 dropshipping suppliers that feature women’s apparel and accessories that you can easily use for selling on your Shopify site: AliExpress AliExpress is a Chinese online marketplace that offers a wide variety …

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5 Must-Follow Steps Every Entrepreneur Must Start With First

Business Planning, Validation & Research / April 24, 2023

The 5 Must-Follow Steps Every Entrepreneur Must Start With First by Tim Donahue Every Entrepreneur should follow these steps as they start a new business Starting a business is an exciting journey, and taking the right STEPS every Entrepreneur Must Start With First is essential for success. Before you build it, understand these critical steps …

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How To Validate A New Business Idea – Quick Start Guide

Business Planning, Validation & Research / April 22, 2023

How to Validate A New Business Idea by Tim Donahue It’s important to learn how to validate a new business idea before you commit to your new business If you’re thinking of starting a new business, it’s essential to validate your business idea to ensure its success. Many entrepreneurs make the mistake of diving into …

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How to Validate Your Business Ideas Effectively

Business Planning, Validation & Research / April 19, 2023

How to Validate Your Business Ideas Effectively Here are the steps to validate a business idea effectively: How Do You Come Up With Your Business Hypotheses In The First Place? To come up with business hypotheses, it is important to ask focused and specific research questions. These questions should be testable, precise, and discrete. Once …

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How to Prioritize Your Business Building Steps

Business Planning / April 19, 2023

How to Prioritize Your Business Building Steps To prioritize your business building steps, you can follow these general steps: These steps can help you determine which tasks and projects are most important and should be tackled first, and which can be addressed later. What Are The Most Common Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Prioritizing Business Building …

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How to Choose the Right Business Idea for You

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / April 16, 2023

How to Choose the Right Business Idea for You  by Tim Donahue Here are some great ways to choose the right small business idea Starting a business is an exciting journey, but picking the right idea can be tough. The goal of this article is to help you identify the perfect business idea for you, …

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Most Profitable Types of Small Businesses: Top 10 Ideas

Business Planning, Choosing a Business Type / April 15, 2023

Most Profitable Types of Small Businesses: Top 10 Ideas  by Tim Donahue Entrepreneurs looking for the most profitable types of small businesses: Are you thinking about starting your own business but not sure which one to choose? You’re in luck! In this article, we’ll explore the most profitable types of small businesses that you can …

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Steps to Start a Foolproof Small Business

Business Planning, Tips For Business Startups, Validation & Research / April 14, 2023

Steps to Start a Foolproof Small Business  by Tim Donahue Start a Foolproof Small Business: Identifying Your Passion and Skills The goal of this article is to guide you through the steps needed to start a foolproof small business, giving you actionable advice and specific tips to help you succeed. Let’s get started! To start …

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When Should I Quit My Job And Focus On My Business?

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / April 7, 2023

When Should I Quit My Job And Focus On My Business? April 5, 2023 by Tim Donahue Small business owners ask: When should I quit my job and focus on my business? Deciding when to quit your job and focus on your business is a significant decision that many aspiring entrepreneurs face. The importance of timing …

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Guide to Starting a Business While Working Full Time

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / April 7, 2023

Guide to Starting a Business While Working Full Time by Tim Donahue Starting a business while working full time is manageable if you time it well What’s the right balance? It’s common to feel overwhelmed when thinking about starting a business while working full time.  Balancing your personal life, work, and a new business can …

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How to Create a Successful Ecommerce Business

Business Planning, Ecommerce Stores, Starting a Fashion Brand, Startup Questions, Website Development / April 1, 2023

How to Create a Successful Ecommerce Business: Your Ultimate Guide Learn how to create a successful ecommerce business – this post will bring you up to speed The goal of this article is to guide you through the process of creating a successful ecommerce business from scratch. With the rise of ecommerce, it’s common to …

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Main Components of Building a Business For Entrepreneurs

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups, Validation & Research / March 30, 2023

The Six Main Components of Building a Business For Entrepreneurs 1 Minute Overview > Detailed Steps & Info > 1 Minute Overview > 1 Minute Overview:The Six Main Components of Building a Business Every business owner MUST deal with and understand the main components of any business.  Here’s the quick overview for those who just want to know what the 6 main components of building …

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How Much Does a Good Website Cost? Pros, Cons, and Comparisons

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Website Development / March 29, 2023

How Much Does a Good Website Cost? Learn everything to get you started on how much does a good website cost – including pros, cons and comparisons Have you ever wondered, “How much does a good website cost?” It’s a common question for anyone looking to create a new website or revamp an existing one. …

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The Ultimate 10-Minute Course for New Entrepreneurs

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Marketing, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / March 28, 2023

The Ultimate 10-Minute Course for New Entrepreneurs Before you begin your new business: The Ultimate 10-Minute Course for New Entrepreneurs will prepare you Welcome, new and aspiring entrepreneurs! There’s so much to learn, so many decisions to make, and countless things to consider. It can become overwhelming – but that’s exactly why we’ve created this …

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Dropshipping 101 for Beginners: How to Start

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Marketing, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / March 28, 2023

Dropshipping 101 for Beginners: How to Start Here’s your full Dropshipping 101 for Beginners guide on what you need to know If you’re new to the world of ecommerce, you may have heard of dropshipping. Dropshipping is a business model where you sell products online without having to hold inventory. Instead, you work with a …

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10 Important Tips For Business Owners: Essential Advice for Success

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / March 28, 2023

10 Important Tips For Business Owners: Essential Advice for Success Give yourself a big head start with these 10 Important Tips For Business Owners Being a business owner is no easy feat, but with the right guidance, you can make your entrepreneurial journey a little smoother. In this article, we will discuss 10 Important Tips …

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How to Build a Profitable Online Business from Scratch

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / March 28, 2023

How to Build a Profitable Online Business from Scratch You can still build a profitable online business from scratch – here’s how So, you’re thinking of diving into the world of online business, and you want to know “How to Build a Profitable Online Business from Scratch”? It’s an exciting and challenging journey, but with …

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How to Bootstrap Your Startup Business Successfully

Business Planning, Startup Questions / March 23, 2023

How to Bootstrap Your Startup Business Successfully Bootstrapping Your Startup Business: How To Do It and Why Starting a new business can be a thrilling adventure, but finding the right resources and capital to get it off the ground can be a challenge.  That’s where learning how to bootstrap your startup business comes into play. In …

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How to Create a Minimum Viable Product – A Step By Step MVP Guide

Business Planning, Startup Questions, Validation & Research / March 21, 2023

How to Create a Minimum Viable Product – A Step By Step MVP Guide How to create an MVP (Minimum Viable Product) – and why it’s so important when starting a business So, you have an amazing business idea, but you’re not quite sure how to bring it to life? Many entrepreneurs face this exact …

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What it Takes to Be a Successful Entrepreneur

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / March 18, 2023

What it Takes to Be a Successful Entrepreneur Learning how to be a successful entrepreneur:Do you have the right skills to run a successful business? Starting a new business is super fun, and also super hard some days. With the right mindset and skillset, it can also be an incredibly rewarding experience. Successful entrepreneurs possess …

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10 Fastest Ways to Start Making Money Online

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Legal Issues, Startup Questions / March 15, 2023

10 Fastest Ways To Start Making Money Online There are countless opportunities for making money online, and many of them require nothing more than a computer and an internet connection. It’s important to approach these opportunities with caution and to be aware of the risks involved. Like any other type of work, making money online …

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Business Finance Basics Explained In 2 Minutes

Business Planning, Funding & Finance, Startup Questions / March 15, 2023

Business Finance Basics Explained in 2 Minutes A Quick Introduction to Business Finance Nervous about the basics of business finance, accounting and all those complicated terms you’ve heard but weren’t sure about? Well, understanding business finance basics can be easy, and we’re gonna bring you up to speed on the basics – fast. We’ll break …

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What is a Target Market and How to Identify Yours

Business Planning, Marketing, Startup Questions, Validation & Research / March 15, 2023

What is a Target Market and How to Identify Yours Target Market: The Foundation of Your Marketing Strategy Have you ever tried to make a perfect smoothie, blending various fruits and flavors to find the ideal mix? Identifying your target market is similar – you need to find the right blend of people who will …

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How to Get Customer Feedback For Your Business

Business Planning, Marketing, Startup Questions, Validation & Research / March 15, 2023

How to Get Customer Feedback For Your Business The Importance of Customer Feedback Without customer feedback, you’ll never really know how happy your customers are. ” The best businesses focus squarely on customer happiness and continually seek feedback and input in order to drive their business strategies so they align with customer happiness. “ Customer …

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18 Helpful Books for Entrepreneurs Getting Started

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Marketing, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / March 13, 2023

18 Helpful Books for Entrepreneurs Getting Started Jump start your journey with this list of helpful books. These books are among the most popular and well-respected startup books if you check around online. They are chock full of wisdom and experience from many business experts, including business builders, venture capitalists, growth hackers, CEOs, and tech …

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Create a Basic Financial Projection for your New Business

Business Planning, Funding & Finance, Marketing / March 11, 2023

Create a Basic Financial Projection for your Startup How much revenue is your startup capable of generating? Use this simple template to figure out if your business can generate the money you’re hoping for We’ve created a simple spreadsheet template – it will give you an idea for how much money your new business idea …

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Should I Begin Selling on platforms like Amazon, eBay or set up my own website?

Amazon Selling, Business Planning, Ecommerce, Startup Questions, Website Development / March 11, 2023

Selling Online: Busy Platforms Like Amazon, eBay or Start My Own Website Instead? We look at the pros and cons of selling online on big platforms vs. setting up your own eCommerce site Starting an online business and selling online is super exciting. There’s no doubt. But it is challenging to know where to begin.  …

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Incorporating Your Business: Comparing The Main Business Types

Business Planning, Choosing a Business Type, Legal Issues, Startup Questions / March 8, 2023

Incorporating Your Business: Comparing The Main Business Types Comparing LLC vs. S-Corp and other business structures Curious about Sole Proprietorship and C-Corp? Let’s start at the beginning: Do you need to incorporate your business or not? If you are a home based business and doing something fairly simple it won’t get you in any legal …

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How To Be An Entrepreneur: The Ultimate Quick Start Overview

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / March 8, 2023

How To Be An Entrepreneur: The Ultimate Quick Start Overview You want to start a business – here’s an overview of the essential concepts you’ll need to know Starting a business can be both exciting and overwhelming.  Whether you want to be your own boss, make a positive impact, or generate more income, starting a …

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The Importance of Creating Systems Within Your Business

Business Planning, Startup Questions / March 6, 2023

The Importance of Creating Systems Within Your Business It’s hard to understand how important business systems, processes and documentation are – until you see the amazing results you’ll achieve After you’ve got the business running, one of the most crucial aspects of how to run your business is creating business systems. What are business systems? …

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Can I Use Paid Ads as My Main Source of Traffic?

Business Planning, Marketing, Running Online Ads, Startup Questions, Traffic Acquisition / March 4, 2023

Can I Use Paid Ads as My Main Source of Traffic? The first thing on your mind after launching your business is “Where can I get traffic and customers?” Most entrepreneurs are tempted to run paid ads to drive traffic, thinking that this will result in sales and profits. But BEWARE, this is rarely the …

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The Fast Track Guide to Starting a Business: From Idea to Launch

Business Planning, Startup Questions / March 4, 2023

The Fast Track Guide to Starting a Business: From Idea to Launch A five minute guide that will teach you what others take years to learn about how to build a successful business correctly. This is a quick start guide for those interested in building a business. This will be an overview for a person …

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The Three Main Parts of a Successful Small Business

Business Planning, Ecommerce, Startup Questions, Website Development / March 4, 2023

The Three Main Parts of a Successful Small Business Understanding the components of each of these phases will help you get ahead and build a smart and successful business Starting and building a small business is an exciting and challenging process that requires careful planning, execution, and launch. A successful business consists of three major …

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Shopify vs. WordPress vs. Custom Coded Websites

Business Planning, Ecommerce, Startup Questions, Website Development / March 2, 2023

Shopify vs. WordPress vs. Custom Coded Websites Comparison and pros and cons of using Shopify vs. WordPress vs. Custom Coded Websites When it comes to launching a website, there are a variety of options available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at Shopify, WordPress, and custom-coded …

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Business Idea Evaluation – Test Your Business Idea

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Marketing, Validation & Research / February 24, 2023

Business Idea Evaluation – Test Your Business Idea Is it possible to test your business idea to see if it will work? Our Test Your Business Idea quiz does exactly that! As an entrepreneur, coming up with a business idea is only the first step. The success of your business depends on the viability of …

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8 Most Important Things You Should Know Before Starting A Business

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions / February 23, 2023

The 8 Most Important Things You Should Know Before Starting A Business Fast track your business to become profitable and stay alive by follow these guidelines Starting a small business can be exciting and rewarding, but it can also be challenging and risky. Before you take the leap and start your own business, it’s important …

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Top Mistakes New Business Owners Make – And How To Avoid Them

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions / February 23, 2023

Top Mistakes New Business Owners Make – And How To Avoid Them Some preparation goes a long way toward avoiding the most common mistakes Starting a new business is an exciting and rewarding journey, but it’s not without its challenges.  Many new business owners fall into the trap of making avoidable mistakes that can hurt …

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What Business Licenses or Permits Do I Need To Start A Small Business?

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions / February 23, 2023

What Business Licenses or Permits Do You Need For Your Small Business? Every state has it’s own requirements but here’s the short answer: Most businesses will need a business license from your city or town. Usually this is done through your City Hall. Call them and ask how to get a business license. Basically you …

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How To Make A Business Profitable

Business Planning, Ecommerce, Marketing, Startup Questions / February 23, 2023

How to Make Your Business Profitable You’ve started a business and want to make your business profitable. Here are some ways to get started. Running a profitable business is the ultimate goal of any entrepreneur. However, achieving profitability requires more than just hard work and dedication. In this article, we’ll cover several strategies you can …

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Find A New Business Idea – 10 Great Ideas to Find A Business Idea

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions, Tips For Business Startups / February 23, 2023

Find A Business Idea – 10 Great Ways To Find A New Business Idea New business ideas are out there, here are 10 creative and effective ways to find a new business idea Starting a new business is a great way to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and achieve your dreams. However, finding the right business …

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Do I Need To Be a Computer Whiz to Sell Online?

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Ecommerce, Marketing, Startup Questions / February 21, 2023

Do I Need to be a Computer Whiz to Sell Online? Learning to post, upload images, respond to customers and set up a payment account are needed, but you can learn these As an entrepreneurial expert once said, “If you don’t build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs.” Today, …

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Is It Still Possible To Start A Profitable Ecommerce Store Online?

Business Planning, Ecommerce, Ecommerce Stores, Marketing, Startup Questions / February 21, 2023

Is It Still Possible to Build a Profitable Ecommerce Store Online? Absolutely!   But read on, because there are some key strategies you’ll want to know Starting an ecommerce business is an attractive way to earn money in today’s digital age. According to Ryan BeMiller, CEO of shopping cart review site ShoppingSignals, “Ecommerce is a …

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Online Marketing Basics: A Beginner’s Guide

Business Planning, Marketing, Startup Questions / February 20, 2023

Online Marketing Basics: A Beginner’s Guide Need to learn more about online marketing basics? Here’s a good start If you’ve starting a business and have done any research at all, you already know that that online marketing is essential for any business looking to grow its customer base and increase revenue. In this beginner’s guide, …

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Most Popular Profitable Businesses You Can Start From Home

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions / February 17, 2023

Top 10 Profitable Business Ideas Most People Can Start Before we begin – what you should know: This is a great list of businesses that you should consider if you don’t know what you wanna do just yet. But I don’t wanna make it sound like these are all easy because they are not. Starting …

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How To Begin If You Want To Start Selling Online (but don’t know how)

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Ecommerce, Startup Questions / February 15, 2023

How to Begin if You Want to Start Selling Online (But Don’t Know How) If you’re looking to start an online business but don’t know where to begin, you’re not alone. The good news is that there are many different platforms and online selling websites that you can use to get started. The key is …

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What Does a Small Business Need to Start?

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions / February 15, 2023

What Does a Small Business Need to Start? “There is no finish line. There are only mile markers.”-Michael Ventura This is really true when you are beginning the path toward building a small business. Also you’re not alone –  according to the Small Business Administration, there are nearly 31 million small businesses in the United …

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The 4 Business Basics Every New Entrepreneur Should Know

Business Planning, Startup Questions / February 13, 2023

The 4 Business Basics Every New Entrepreneur Should Know The 4 Basics For Starting a Successful Startup Business Entrepreneurs know that starting a business can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially if you’re new to the game. With so much to consider, it’s easy to feel nervous and unsure about where to begin. But don’t …

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What Business Can I Do as a Beginner?

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Startup Questions / February 11, 2023

What business can I do as a beginner? Are there still small businesses that a beginner can start, without much money or skill? There are! Welcome beginners. Starting a small business can be an exciting and fulfilling journey for anyone looking for financial independence, flexibility, and the ability to turn their passions into profit. Whether …

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What Is the Easiest Business to Start?

Business Ideas, Business Planning, Ecommerce, Startup Questions / February 11, 2023

What is the easiest business to start? Introduction Starting a business can be a great way to turn your passions and skills into a profitable venture. Besides the money, which most people are after, you will also find a wonderful sense of achievement and satisfaction. It’s really worth the hard work. What is the easiest …

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Just launch! The Importance of Launching, Iterating and Improving as You Go

Business Planning, Startup Questions / January 4, 2023

Just launch! The importance of launching fast, iterating and improving as you go • Does everything need to be perfect before you launch? • Validate your business ideas in public • Learn from your mistakes early on – get feedback from users • Build momentum  • Save time and resources by validating your idea right away  Most founders are afraid to …

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How to Find a Team for Your Business and Why It’s So Important

Business Planning, Startup Questions / January 4, 2023

How to find a team for your business and why it’s so important How to find, hire and work with programmers, developers, artists, sales people and everyone you may need for your business • The importance of a solid team • How to find programmers? • How to find designers? • How to find marketing people? • What should …

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Creating A Business Plan

Creating a Business Plan How to build a business plan: Do you need a business plan? Why? And what to do after you write a business plan Links are below for traditional Business Plan and short form Business Plan templates What is a business plan exactly? Why is a business plan important? How do I …

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