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100 Profitable Digital Product Ideas
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How to Provide Fabulous Customer Service and Get More Business
Have you ever walked away from a restaurant or retail store and been so upset about the service you received (or more accurately didn’t receive)? Maybe you’ve been so frustrated with a business that you’ve vowed to never use their services again? It happens to all of us at one point or another in our lives, and it is really frickin’ frustrating! And if you’re anything like us you probably spend a good 2 or 3 minutes yelling – probably to yourself – about it in the car.
But, what if you’re the business that’s giving the poor customer service? Now, before you say, “no, no, no, that could never be me” or lose your mind on us about how unhelpful and unnecessary this post is going to be for you, just think about it….
7 Red Flags You Should Dump Your Client
I’m going to be brutally honest with you: Sometimes, we creatives can be a bit desperate.
When you work in a creative field, you often have to explain to non-creatives what it is that you do and why it’s a real job, and that you deserve to be compensated in real dollars for real work that has real value. It makes you want to barf. But hey, it comes with the territory.
Because of this, a lot of new creatives with new creative businesses immediately start freaking out about gathering clients as quickly as possible. They’re so worried about staying afloat that they take on any and all work that comes their way. I tenderly refer to this panic as “Business-Artist Desperation Syndrome.” It’s B.A.D.S.ville.
I’ve been here before, guys, and I can say with absolute surety that it is not a good look. I want to save you from some of the long-term effects of working with less than ideal people.
Money Mindsets: Are Toxic Thoughts Limiting Your Business and Preventing You From Making More Money
We are labeled in all aspects of our lives. Our gender, age, income level, color, job status - they’re all labels. We often use labels to describe ourselves on both a conscious and subconscious level.
We use labels in business all the time. Sometimes out loud and sometimes subconsciously. We use them to find our tribe and relate to our audiences, to market our services and products, and write blog posts our readers want to read, and to find other business owners with whom to collaborate.
4 Steps to Stop Selling and Start Creating Solutions
Like many other small business owners, we understand the constant dilemma of NEEDING to sell products or services but also that awful feeling of being an icky sales lady. This business is your livelihood and you have to succeed to support your family. A steady stream of income is necessary to sustain your business and keep paying your bills. But right now, you need to stop what you are doing because selling isn’t going to work for you or your business.
No Niche? No Problem
So babe, here’s what you already know:
You’re an awesome creative pre-preneur who’s ready to finally start her own creative business.
You know what you’re good at, and you’re ready to share your products or skills with the world.
Except you also know that there are about a gazillion other creative businesses out there who do exactly what you want to do. And many of them do it so well, you’re already doubting whether you have what it takes to succeed before you’ve even started.
6 Free Ways to Market and Promote Your Blog
So you’ve created a stylish blog with a beautiful layout and creative content. You have all of your social media accounts linked and a brand new subscriber list ready to be filled to its capacity, and your feelings of accomplishment are out of this world! After being in a world of blogging bliss, few months or so go by and you realize with a quick look at your analytics that nothing is happening on your website.
Want to know the worst part? It’s actually true. Ain’t nobody reading your blog but your momma and maybe your best friend when she has the time. This is the painful reality for the majority of bloggers. It’s a vicious cycle that happens continuously and that I see all too often, even having been there myself. It's frustrating to think that you're actually an amazing blogger who has a powerful message to share and the only thing holding you back is an audience. In this day and age, it isn’t enough to put up a blog and post content. You need a strategic marketing plan to get people to come to know who you are and read what you have to say.
Your Small Business Social Media Needs Work and Here's Why
Your business is missing its marketing department: let’s talk social media for a minute. When was the last time you sat down and looked at your social media efforts with the eye of a business boss? Are you able to look at your posts on the various platforms you’re on and tell us the data? Do you have reasons as to why you posted that image or that caption on that day or time? Or is what you’re doing on social media similar to your mindset when you’re strolling through the Dollar Spot at Target?
Look, we’ve all been there. We create accounts for our business on all the platforms and post here and there thinking we’ll unlock the code. We keep half-assing our presence and wondering why we’re not A) growing, B) making sales, and C) enjoying it. We look at everyone else’s account and think that they’ve must have found the magic pill for social media success.
4 Steps to Developing Your Signature Service and Say Goodbye to Competition
Starting your business generates a lot of emotions, right? One day you’re so excited and stay up until 3.00 a.m. working, and the next day you’re super nervous and wonder, “Will this even work?”
I’ve got a secret to tell you to help wipe away some of those nerves: you got this.
How can I be so sure? For starters, you’re not going to have any competition.
Honest Teachable Review - Why I’m Loyal After 8 Years
You’re ready to diversify your income by adding a digital product or course to your offer lineup? You’ve come to the right place. I’ve been in business 9 years, run a multi-7-figure online education business, and have built 388 digital products, 25 courses, 5 online summits, 3 group coaching programs, and 4 memberships. Nearly all of them in some variation or another have landed on Teachable.
10 Reasons Why Outsourcing Your Podcast Editing is a Game-Changer
The podcasting industry is continually and consistently growing, with the current market size clocking in at over $20 billion. Celebrities, individuals, and brands are all finding that a podcast is a fantastic way to build their authority in their niche and connect on a very personal level with their audience. And while it’s certainly possible to find podcast success using a DIY approach, many are realizing that outsourcing certain aspects of their podcasting journey can be a game-changer. One such aspect is podcast editing. In this blog, we'll explore the compelling reasons why you should consider outsourcing your podcast editing.
Empowering Managers: Harnessing AI for Effective Employee Development and Productive 1:1s
In today's fast-paced and technology-driven workplace, managers are constantly seeking innovative ways to support their employees' career development and maximize the impact of their 1:1 meetings. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool that can assist managers in achieving these goals. By leveraging AI-powered solutions, managers can gain valuable insights, facilitate personalized discussions, and provide tailored guidance to their team members. In this blog post, we will explore how managers can harness the potential of AI to develop their employees and have more effective 1:1s. We will also provide specific prompts that you can ask an AI language model like Chat GPT to enhance your 1:1 interactions and empower your employees' career growth.
The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Web Designer: Finding the Perfect Match for Your Website Design Needs
Designing a website that captures the essence of your brand and converts visitors into leads is a critical aspect of building an online presence and growing your client base. To ensure you achieve the best results, it's important to find a skilled web designer who understands your vision and can bring it to life. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the process of hiring a web designer, comparing popular platforms like WordPress, Showit, and Squarespace, scheduling consultations, providing essential tips for a successful collaboration, and highlighting the benefits of working with our team here at Boss Project.
Top 5 Time-Saving Tips for Managing Your Social Media
Social media has become an essential part of any business or individual's marketing strategy. However, managing multiple social media platforms can be time-consuming, especially if you're doing it all yourself. The good news is that there are several time-saving tips that can help you streamline your efforts and increase your productivity. Read on to learn our top 5 time-saving social media management tips!
Mastering the Transition from Business Owner to CEO: A Comprehensive Guide for a Successful Shift in Role
As a business owner, you inherently are a CEO, but it’s how you show up in that role that makes all the difference. CEOs play a super specific role in the company that evolves as the business grows. Right now, you may still be doing a lot of things related to your skill set and the results you bring to clients. After all, getting paid to do the things you love are part of the whole reason you started your business in the first place. But in order to run a successful and sustainable business, this involves doing things and having conversations that are otherwise out of your comfort zone.
Keep reading as we help you define what it means to step into your true CEO role and essential skills needed to run your business as the founder.
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Hey, I’m Abagail Pumphrey!
You know when you are so deeply passionate about something you can’t help but share it? That’s how this blog has felt for the last decade. I’ve written about my latest strategies, tech how-tos, experience with scaling and so much more. I hope you find just what you’re looking for. We’re here to help!
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