In a perfect world, your work would speak for itself. In a perfect world, the value you provide would be quickly recognized and understood. So, the question is, how do you sell more of your design, development, editing, or SEO services in an imperfect world? About ten years ago, a friend of mine invited me…
Building any kind of business is a challenge. Building an online business is no exception. The great thing about an online business is that you’re not stuck with whatever it is you started out with. That’s where it differs greatly from the offline business models. From a strategic standpoint, change is easier to implement. When…
Can you make a substantial, full-time income as a solopreneur business owner? Is it possible to make more money while working fewer hours than you would if you’re a traditional online agency owner? The answer to both questions is, “YES.” I enjoy studying different online business models. Especially how they change and adapt to the…
Most online agency and digital business owners market their businesses the same way. This makes it challenging to stand out in the crowd. Did you ever go house-hunting before? Whether you’re looking for a house, apartment or condo – you pick a price range and start looking. After a while, locations aside, everything starts to…
Are you struggling to connect with new clients, land better-paying projects, and grow your business in an increasingly competitive marketplace? If so, you probably feel overwhelmed, confused, and somewhat frustrated by the whole thing. It’s only natural to feel that way, so don’t beat yourself up over it. Let me add to this by saying,…
Are you happy with the results you’re getting and money you’re making online? I’m talking to those who run digital businesses, small agencies or offer freelance services. You got into your field for a reason. You had a goal, vision, dream, or at the very least, you could see it working. There were so many…
How do you get better-paying clients for your design, development, writing, or freelance business? I’ve been talking a lot lately about creating a better, more profitable plan for the new year. I believe the last few months of the year is the best time to do this. There are three months in the quarter, so…
How do you keep customers or clients for life? I’m talking about the life of either your business or theirs? How do you keep them from leaving your service in favor of a lower-cost competitor? With all the competition out there, is there really such a thing as standing out in a crowded market anymore?…
What types of services are selling the best this year? That’s the topic I’d like to talk about today. If I were starting over with my business and had to make money quickly, I’d focus most of my efforts on selling online services. Even if you don’t have a website, you can get started almost…
How do you realistically keep up with the changes happening in the world of online business? As a freelancer or entrepreneur, how do you compete with bigger, more established competition? I spent the first five years of my business working harder than ever before. True, it was mostly mental work, but it consumed a lot…