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Whether you blog for a living or blog because your boss tells you to, running out of ideas for your next post is a common problem. But, you know what? Writer’s block is actually your friend because it forces you to reevaluate your thought process, your readership, and your goals.

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When you think about making more money out of your freelance business, getting new clients probably springs to mind, but another often overlooked strategy is to increase your rates.Here are four things you can do to become more pricing proficient and stop underpricing your services. Read More

If you’re starting a business as a freelancer, you’ll know that setting your rates can be a somewhat of a conundrum. One of the biggest challenges to setting your freelance rates is that it’s very rare to find one rate that will suit all your clients. The second challenge is settling on a rate that Read More

Tax time brings with it a sense of urgency and pressure, and mistakes inevitably follow. Tax deductions go unclaimed, paper trails go awry and costly surprises can result.

Here are eight of the most common tax preparation mistakes that small businesses make, plus some tips for mitigating them. Read More

Many small business owners are business owners for life, but what happens to your business if something happens to you? Here are some tips for protecting your income and your business should something happen to you. Read More

Despite the rise of social media, email is still our favorite form of communication. But getting the attention of prospects and customers in their crowded inbox isn’t easy. That’s why it’s so important to get your subject line right. 33% of email recipients open email based on the subject line alon Read More

Competition is a keen threat that keeps many small business owners on their toes, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you’ve ever watched TV business makeover shows, you’ll know that any turnaround strategy starts with an assessment of the competition. You simply can’t win a battle if you have n Read More

Dealing with an inconsistent income is one of the hardest and most stressful aspects of being a solo entrepreneur. One minute it’s a feast, next a famine, and it’s hard to predict which is coming next.

While unpredictable income is not something that will ever go away, here are four th Read More

Public speaking is a great way to market your business and become known as an expert in your industry. But it rarely comes naturally and takes some practice.

To help you on your way to public speaking success, here are ten tips and tools to help you learn to embrace your nerves, delive Read More

So you think you're ready to sell to the government, but is the government ready to buy from you?

Government buyers are a discerning group. Here are some extra steps you might want to consider to boost your chances of being perceived as the winning choice, not the risky one: Read More