FIRE Financial Independence, Retire Early
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Let’s Get Organized
Have lots of projects going on and not sure which one to tackle first? Have a to do list that’s getting out of control? Yesterday, I realized even though I’d spent the previous two weeks getting organized (or should I add the word thought in front of getting), I failed at the task. I hate to make the new year all about organization but as entrepreneurs and people who like to save money, it’s essential to do a check in once in a while. So, on a scale of one to ten (with one being bad shape), where would you say you are in being organized? Right now I think…
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Starting an Online Business in 2021?
Working from home running your own business… Does it sound like just a dream or something you seriously want to put into action this year? Angela Wills has put together a new class that can help you get started and it’s called the Online Business Masterclass. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the things you’ll learn- What kind of things can you offer for sale. How to decide what to sell. Getting a domain name, hosting and a website setup (simple start). Ways to build your audience / community so you have people to sell to. Easy ways to set up products for sale. Actions to take and habits…
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One Way to Give On Track
Ever wished you had someone to help you reach your goals? Keep you on track and keep you motivated? In Tuesday’s post, I offered three ideas for staying motivated and now I’d like to offer a suggestion for another way to do just that. You might have already heard of accountability partners. Teaming up with someone else who also wants to reach a goal or milestone. You both help one another by cheering each other on, keeping track of one another’s progress, and yes, holding them accountable for what they said they’d do. Working for yourself, especially in the early days of entrepreneurship, is tough for one reason. You’re the…
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2021-Staying Motivated
Welcome to a new year. Hope everyone had a relaxing break and recharged ready to tackle your to do list. I often find stepping back into the role of entrepreneur/self-employed person, tough after any sort of break. Whether it be after the holidays or returning from a vacation. I think a lot has to do with the disruption of the rhythm or just a break from the habit you’d worked hard to create. Most entrepreneurs, even ones with a tone of great ideas, often have a tough time getting and staying motivated long enough to get things done. Even after two decades of working for myself, I still sometimes struggle…
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Saving Money in 2021
What steps did you take in 2020 to save money? As we approach the end of the year, now is a great time to take a look back and see how well you did with sticking with a budget. Didn’t have one, or had one and didn’t stay with it? My motto is if you fail the first time, the great thing is there’s always tomorrow and another chance. Here are some things to think about in 2021 Getting Rid of Stuff You Don’t Use I’m not talking about the treadmill you use once in a blue moon…although you could sell it and stash the money away for emergencies. I’m…
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How to Make Money in 2021
We’re heading into the last few posts of the year so I thought I’d dedicate this one to how to make money in 2021 and then on Thursday how to save money in 2021. For the last few weeks, I’ve been doing research, looking for trends, listening to forecasts and trying to figure out the best way we can make money in the next twelve months. Things are getting harder to predict these days but here are some ideas Homeschooling/Teaching Whether it’s by necessity or choice, I think more parents are going to be homeschooling their children in the coming years. Anyone that can help them, whether it be a…
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Vision Boards-What Will December 2021 Reveal?
Ever put together a vision board? I had what I call a makeshift one comprising of just a flimsy piece of cardboard for my writing and books. However, a few years ago, I got more serious about the whole vision board thing and purchased a notice board that I could actually hang on my office wall. Both the makeshift and the notice board have worked wonders for me. They not only help you do a little dreaming. (And remember what they say about if you can dream it then your half way there). The main reason I keep a vision board is to get and stay organized. I might add…
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2021-Make Your Dreams Come True
What are your dreams for 2021? What do you want your life to look like in the new year? For the next week or so let’s sit down and work on our goals, dreams, call them what you like, for 2021. What is you what to achieve and why? Pay special attention to the why part of the question. Knowing your why can separate success from failure. It could be that you want to start a business so you can quit your job. Finally pay off some debt. Or even be more financially secure. Do you any ideas about how you’re going to take the first step? Maybe you need…
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Setting Goals and Planning
It’s December, did you achieve all you set out to do this year? 2020 has been a strange year. If it’s taught us one thing, it’s about planning and then if those plans don’t work out, having a back up one. Whether it be connected with your money and budget, or even looking for another way to make a living, planning and thinking ahead is more important than every before. I’ve decided to make that the focus of Budget Smart Girl as we move into 2021. Ways to plan, set goals and have lots of alternative things you can turn to if the unexpected happens. In Thursday’s post, I’ll be…
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Learning Something New and Black Friday Challenges
We’re in the homestretch for both our November challenges. Did you learn anything new this month? Something fun? I’m hooked on the idea of trying to expand my skill set and while I won’t be doing it every day, I’m going to aim for learning a couple of new things per week in 2021. And how about the Black Friday challenge? Do you have three products ready? I have mine ready to do, but yesterday I got into a panic. I loaded everything into the store, but for some reason, I couldn’t upload the files that customers will download on check out. I thought I’d have to alter my plans…