Some people are really nervous about trying to start a business or being self employed. Many of the things we're most afraid of are also the things that are most worthwhile!
Read MoreThe act of becoming an entrepreneur is a courageous act. If you don't know what your dream business is, a thing you can do to prepare is practice courage.
Read MoreSometimes outcomes are not directly linked to how hard we work. How do we stay motivated to keep working when the results seem completely unrelated?
Read MoreTechnically, if you operate a business, then you're an entrepreneur, however I don't think that was the actual question you were asking. This could be interpreted as an epic question of identity, however, for the purposes of this blog post, I'm going to interpret it as a question about if you have the right skills and qualities to become an entrepreneur.
Read MoreA lot of being an entrepreneur is a lot more circuitous than a well-laid and direct plan. Whether you're already running your business, or if you're just thinking about it, you can start cultivating the tools you'll need at any time. The sooner you get started, the sooner your business will be thriving and as an added bonus you'll likely be enjoying your business far more!
Read MoreWhen starting a business, it's generally necessary to have at least one phase where you tighten your belt. This isn't the most fun experience for most people, however there is a hidden opportunity here; an opportunity that has the potential to feel more like freedom than limitation.
Read MoreAs a solo-entrepreneur, you need a website, it shouldn't cost you a ton, and it should be easy for you to update. Here are three leading platforms that are great resources for solo-entrepreneurs.
Read MoreAdmin staff are within your reach. They're key to growing your business and can dramatically improve your experience of your business. Read on to learn the logistics of finding your first admin staff.
Read MoreThis is one of the most important and most over-looked tools for the solo entrepreneur. (and everyone, really.) Celebrating your small accomplishments is acknowledging your success in small ways on a daily or weekly basis.
Read MoreHow do you deal with change when it relates to your business? Sometimes change makes us afraid and we try to keep things the same since there is comfort in the expected. But this can create an energetic dam that is bound to fill up and lead to stressful and sudden change. So how do we deal with that?
Read MoreImprove your effeciency with a DIGITAL to do list!
Read MoreInspiration comes from the weirdest places! Here are three entrepreneurial tips inspired by the follies of some reality TV show businesses.
Read MoreIn this first blog post, I share my early reflections on self-employment.
Read MoreMaggie Karshner is a self-employment coach based in Seattle and Tacoma, Washington. She specializes in coaching solo entrepreneurs and owner-operated small businesses in industries such as real estate, mental health therapy, massage therapy, yoga, doulas, and non-profit.
Maggie's coaching practice encompasses one on one coaching, group coaching, and asynchronous learning via the member area of the website.
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You can't know what you don't know, and that's true of so much for self-employed folks who are just getting started. You could be missing out on clients that you're not even aware of! That's not clickbait, it's just a fact. People interested in your services might never contact you. You can't completely solve this, but there are things you can do. In this article, I provide clarity for the client's purchasing decisions. Then I illuminate an easy but significant change that will help you to have more client inquiries.
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This article is for the cautious first-time business owners who don't want to "risk it all" in launching their business. You're struggling with a fear of risk, especially in the case of litigation. You want to move forward and put protections in place confidently. I'll enlighten you regarding the risks you're exposed to. Then I'll further soothe your fears by describing the many methods you can use to protect yourself and your business. By the end of this article, you'll know risk-reducing actions and be able to move forward with confidence!