It was a beautiful morning and I was walking with my girlfriend through the neighborhood. We had spent the past weekend creating our goals and intentions for the upcoming year. She was talking about an idea she had for a new business. She was filled with excitement as she explained how the business could help… Continue reading Is Starting A New Business Hard?
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Gamify Your Daily Business Activities
I love games! Hosting game nights has always been the highlight of my week. I have a modest collection of card games and board games, and I love buying new games created by inventive and creative entrepreneurs. I’ve always been drawn to video games. Maybe the electric lights and sounds gave them a special allure… Continue reading Gamify Your Daily Business Activities
Remember To Treat Yourself
“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.” This proverb always conjures up memories of Jack Torrance, played by Jack Nicholson, in Stanley Kubrick’s version of The Shining, written by one of my favorite authors, Stephen King. If you’re unfamiliar with the story, Jack moves his family to Colorado to live at The… Continue reading Remember To Treat Yourself
Remember the Basics
This might be blasphemy for some people, but I am not a coffee drinker. I do enjoy coffee as a rare treat, but for me, it is definitely not a daily ritual like many of my colleagues, friends, and family. Now, tea is a whole different story! Tea is a ritual I love to indulge… Continue reading Remember the Basics
What Is The Business Epiphany Which Drives My Passion?
The Oxford Dictionary defines an “epiphany” as a moment of sudden revelation or insight. So, what is this business epiphany which drives my passion? I feel EVERYONE should have a business or a side hustle in their life. I’m a serial side hustler! (In fact, I listen to several side-hustle podcasts). My grandmother taught me… Continue reading What Is The Business Epiphany Which Drives My Passion?
What Will You Create In The New Year?
Happy 2022! The New Year is here! What are you going to create for yourself and your family? I am not into setting new years resolutions in the traditional sense, but I am a believer in writing down my intentions for the upcoming year. Some people might say these are the same thing, but for… Continue reading What Will You Create In The New Year?
What Are the 5 Rings of Starting A New Business?
NOTE: This post was originally written during the Christmas Season, but the content is meant to be evergreen.🎄 This post is lengthy, but I hope you enjoy it because I wrote it specifically for YOU. “On the 5th Christmas, my true love gave to me, 5 golden rings!” Considering I’m writing this on the 5th… Continue reading What Are the 5 Rings of Starting A New Business?
What Website Hosting Should I Choose?
There are so many choices among companies with great options. Who should I choose as my website hosting provider? First off, why do I need hosting in the first place? Here’s the reason why I hope you choose, Frank & Alan Web Hosting. Get started with Step 1! Join My Monthly Newsletter.
What Website Design Platform Should I Use?
I designed my first business website in 1998. Let me tell you, it’s much simpler & quicker to design a website today using the updated software and apps! If you can write an email, you can create a website. I’ll share some of my favorite programs available on the market, so you can do the… Continue reading What Website Design Platform Should I Use?
How Do I Accept Credit Card Payments Online?
Your business is becoming a reality. Your website is coming to life. Now, for the next step, how can your customers pay you? As a result of Covid-19, cash is being used less and less these days. Some businesses have made the total switch and ditched the cash drawer completely. They now ONLY accept credit… Continue reading How Do I Accept Credit Card Payments Online?