Start a Small Business
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Launching a successful consulting business requires both financial preparation as well as a solid business plan. We’ve compiled four tips to help you figure out how much money you need to start your own business. 1. Consider Start Up Capital Don’t be surprised if your first few months of financial reports show far more output…
Start a Small Business | 5 MIN READ
A digital nomad is someone who embraces technology and location independence, traveling to other cities—and even other countries—to both work remotely and explore new surroundings. Some people travel for years while others go for just a few weeks or months at a time. There are more people who fall into this category than you might…
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Discover the steps you can take to land your first consulting client.
Start a Small Business | 4 MIN READ
If you are not ready to make the transition to full time self-employment, a good way to get started and test the waters is to start a consulting business on the side. This will give you an opportunity to not only see if working for yourself is something you enjoy but where gaps in skills…
Start a Small Business | 3 MIN READ
An invoice may be the last thing that comes to mind when you think of powerful communication tools for your small business, but an invoice that is put together well can enhance your professionalism, make a good impression, and lay the groundwork for a continuing business relationship. An invoice is a permanent record of the…
Start a Small Business | 2 MIN READ
The many administrative and support tasks that must be done to effectively run a business is a big part of every small business owner’s job. Without an organized and well-managed back office, your business can suffer. While larger companies have teams of employees and individual departments to handle these types of tasks, when you run your…
Start a Small Business | 3 MIN READ
There are 64.6 million independent workers in 2022 self-employed Americans today working as consultants, freelancers, contractors and more. This independent workforce touches all segments of the economy—from on-demand drivers and freelance writers to marketing professionals and website designers serving major companies. With so many types of independent workers, what do the terms independent consultant and…
Start a Small Business | 3 MIN READ
Whether your goals for pursuing self-employment are financial, lifestyle, or interest based, choosing to go independent means just that—you have the choice to build a business that allows you to live your life the way you want to live it. Today, more people than ever are pursuing an independent career and year after year, more…
Start a Small Business | 4 MIN READ
There is a lot of planning and preparation required to start your own business. One of the most important steps of this process is creating a business plan. Below, we review eight steps to help you create a simple business plan as you begin your small business. 1. Outline Your Offerings Focus your initial business…
Start a Small Business | 4 MIN READ
While becoming an independent contractor may sound great, you might not feel 100% ready. Being confident in your decision is important, and luckily there’s a lot you can do to prepare for self-employment so you feel completely informed in your choice. Building a strong networking base, preparing financially, and establishing the unique services you bring…
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