Category: Systems management

January 17, 2019

You’re probably aware that you have to spend money to make money. The good thing about a freelance business is you can start with a pretty bare business budget and still see results. You can build a solid foundation without […]

January 10, 2019

The adventure of scaling a business is exciting, challenging and frustrating all at the same time. When a business moves past the initial stages of establishment, it’s time for growth. But an expanding business doesn’t come without growing pains. Sometimes […]

January 7, 2019

It’s not uncommon for freelancers to work diligently from project to project. Lining up work consistently is how we earn the real money. However, working so hard for our clients can mean we’re neglecting our own business. Building a brand […]

January 3, 2019

Many startup founders dream of their business becoming the next big sensation that rakes in hundreds of millions of dollars. But problems can often arise when a blossoming business tries to scale up quickly. As I learned from growing my […]

December 6, 2018

Many entrepreneurs today get started by working on the side or creating hobby businesses. But what happens when it’s time to take that side hustle to the next level? If you’re looking to grow and make your passion project into […]

November 30, 2018

This year I sold my first company, Wordstream, for $150 million. I started it in 2007, and back then I was a solopreneur flying by the seat of my pants — I’d developed software to use in search engine marketing, […]

November 16, 2018

Whether you’re an entrepreneur just starting out or you’ve been leading a business for a while, you understand that sales is key to growth. You don’t have to have all the answers to everything before you start your business, but […]

November 9, 2018

Whether you’re an entrepreneur just starting out or you’ve been leading a business for a while, you understand that sales is key to growth. You don’t have to have all the answers to everything before you start your business, but […]

October 31, 2018

What happens if a natural disaster keeps all of our employees at home for days — or weeks. Meanwhile, your key services are hampered due to damage sustained at your office. How are you going to contact all of your […]

October 9, 2018

Naming your business is akin to naming a child or getting a tattoo. It’s (almost) permanent and changing it requires a huge effort. So, it’s best to do it right the first time. A good name is memorable, gives your […]