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Are You Ready to Be Your Own Boss?

5 Questions to Ask Before Starting a Business There isn’t an idea that I come across that I ask myself, “Are you ready to be your own boss?” and if I could turn this idea into a business. Maybe it’s my ADHD brain on overdrive, or the fact that I like exploration and research. But […]

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Discover your full potential with the right accountability partner. Connect with others who motivate and push you toward success.

Find Your Accountability Partner

​Because building a business is easier—and more powerful—when you’re not doing it alone. This weekend, I’m headed to Atlanta to meet up with a few women who’ve become a vital part of my entrepreneurial journey. If you’re looking to enhance your own journey, it might be time to find your accountability partner. We’re not in […]

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NotebookLM for Beginners

This article by Lea Thomas shows you how to use NotebookLM for Work and Life with 31 Prompts Included. NotebookLM is a tool perfect for beginners who need to organize and synthesize information. NotebookLM functions as a RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) system that: The AI Tool You Didn’t Know You Needed NotebookLM is an under-appreciated AI tool […]

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The Weekend CEO: Making the Most of Limited Time to Build Your Startup

​Starting a business while working a full time job can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. Balancing these two demanding commitments often turns you into a Weekend CEO, requiring careful planning and dedication. The Stress-Free CEO isn’t how I earn my living. It’s something I’m building slowly—in the quiet hours, in between responsibilities, and often when […]

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Build with Intention: Why Your Business Should Serve You First

I’d thought I would talk today about what it really means to build a business that fits you—not just your skills, but your life, your values, and the way you want to feel while doing the work. In order to build your business to serve you, it’s crucial to ensure it aligns with your personal goals […]

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Should you have a Mentor?

Female business owners are an increasingly important part of the economy, yet they often face unique challenges in their pursuit of success. From unequal access to funding and resources to lack of support from family and society, female business owners must be provided with the support they need in order to succeed. This includes access […]

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Six steps to create an effective marketing plan for your small business.

As a small business owner, you are probably aware of the importance of marketing. Marketing is usually a key component in the success of any business. When it comes to marketing, small business strategies often prove most effective, and understanding the connection between marketing, small business growth, and tailored strategies is crucial. It is important […]

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Empower Yourself: A 10-Step Guide to Standing Up for Your Needs

Most of us were brought up to be pleasant, pleasing, non-intrusive, non-confrontational, and to put the needs of others first.  However, learning to stand up for yourself is essential in balancing these qualities. In other words, we were brought up to be a “Good Girl.”  Young girls who exhibited these traits were rewarded with praise, […]

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