As a business leader, you always have to be aware of the personal dynamics impacting the individuals on your team. It's true that life stops for no one, and more often than not, the people around you in a workplace setting are going through experiences in their personal lives that you know nothing about. Yet as a quality leader, part of your responsibility to those you serve is … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Avoid Burnout as an Entrepreneur
The job title "entrepreneur" is unique for many reasons. Primarily, it doesn't come with a clear job description or an outline of metrics you need to hit in order to be deemed successful in your role. Entrepreneurs don't have bosses holding them accountable for tasks or guiding their day-to-day direction. No one knows if you show up to work each day or if you fulfill your … [Read more...]
Creative Business Ideas for Women Artists
Brought to you by SoFi: Despite the current calls for gender equality, the business space remains dominated by male founders. In 2021, the rate of new entrepreneurs among American women dropped from 0.3 percent in 2020 to 0.28 percent. Female artists who want to contribute to the economy can do so by launching their own creative startups. This short guide outlines simple … [Read more...]
How to Profit in Real Estate for 2024
The past year was challenging for many in the real estate market. I recently sat in on a discussion from the heads of the #1 real estate brokerage in North America to discuss how we can use last year’s lessons to get the upper-hand in 2024. First, market ups and downs are built in. When times are tough, it feels like forever… When really it’s 2-3 years. Real estate is not a … [Read more...]
Business Ideas for New Moms: Merging Entrepreneurship with Motherhood
Brought to you by StoryboardThat: Motherhood brings a plethora of emotions, experiences, and responsibilities. But for the modern woman, it can also bring a surge of entrepreneurial energy. Many new moms, while fully engrossed in the beauty and challenges of raising a child, are also looking for avenues to express their individuality, passion, and career aspirations. For any … [Read more...]
From Passion to Paycheck: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Make Profits from Your Passion
Ever wonder what it would be like to get paid for doing something you're passionate about? You know, turn your passion into an actual paycheck? For most people, following your passion seems like an unrealistic fantasy. But not for you, my pretty lady! Let me give a few real-life examples. Jess, a food and travel writer, parlayed her blog into a full-time job creating … [Read more...]
Are You Addicted to the Busy-ness of Your Business?
I’ve been re-reading my favorite Brené Brown books lately: Daring Greatly, The Gifts of Imperfection, and Rising Strong. Her words always feel so relevant and on point for me as an entrepreneur. In Daring Greatly, she points to Teddy Roosevelt’s speech made April 23, 1910 in Paris: It is not the critic who counts: not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles or … [Read more...]
Designing Your Pop-Up Shop for Success: Tips and Tricks
Brought to you by Royal Wolf: In an ever-evolving retail landscape, pop-up shops have emerged as an innovative, flexible, and cost-effective business model for both fledgling brands and established enterprises. This approach to retail not only promises an enticing space where scarcity meets exclusivity but also serves as fertile ground for experimentation and customer … [Read more...]
Embracing Uncertainty: My Journey as a 20-Year-Old Entrepreneur
Life has a way of surprising us, often leading us down paths we never imagined treading. At 20 years old, I found myself standing at a crossroads, faced with a decision that would shape my future in ways I hadn't anticipated. This is my story – a tale of uncertainty, resilience, and the pursuit of something greater. Not too long ago, I was like any other college student, … [Read more...]
The New Business Model: How Mompreneurs Are Crushing Entrepreneurship
So you're a mom who wants to start her own business? Girl, I have some advice for you. Mompreneurs, aka entrepreneurial mamas, are on the rise and crushing the game. The days of having to choose between a career and family are over. You can have both. But balancing business and babies definitely isn't easy. Between feedings, diaper changes, nap schedules, homework, … [Read more...]