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Running a Business

Running your own business is hard work.

Especially when you have no one to answer to, you’re your own boss!

The problem we have is not knowing the answers to the questions that live in your head.

One of those questions that I get asked by my clients over and over again is a big juicy one that I bet is on your mind too:

Should you raise your prices?

In today’s video, I’ll share with you my thoughts on this.

It’s a short one and it’ll …

Are you thinking about taking that plunge into selling wholesale to brick and mortar stores?

I know that wholesale can be a mixed bag. After all, why would anyone want to sell their handmade products at lower bulk pricing?

But selling wholesale can be very lucrative if you play it right.

I started selling wholesale in 2013 and by the end of the fiscal year, my wholesale orders brought in 50% of total revenue.

In other words, I doubled my sales …

Since Tim Ferris released his book The 4-Hour Workweek, many people have jumped on the work less, make more bandwagon. I’m not one of those people and I’m going to tell you why.

While I know that there is value in working smarter, not harder, I think four-hour workweeks or even four-hour workdays are overrated!

If you’re passionate about what you do you’ll find that it’s easy to put in the time.

What “Work” Means

I LOVE what I do! I have so much passion for …

Do you feel overwhelmed with all the things on your to-do list? All the great ways you could be doing to promote your business?

Social media can make anyone feel that way too. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Google+ (what else am I missing?)… none of these help with your feelings of overwhelm.

Which ones can get you the most sales?

In the video below, I talk about two ways you can approach this dilemma and figure out which social media is right for you, if any at …

Unlock a Profitable Handmade Business in Just 12 Weeks Without using Etsy or Social Media

Don’t chase success the hard way. Follow the same simple step-by-step system that I used to build multiple 6- and 7-figure online handmade businesses. Even if you hate selling, don’t have a large following, and aren’t techy.

How to get influencers, bloggers and celebrities to make your product go viral  

How to create demand for your brand and products and turn customers into raving fans

How to automate your store, reach more customers and make sales while you sleep

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