“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
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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?
The Riches Are In The Niches!
So, you’re excited about your new business and you want to share it with everyone in the world! This is exciting! Is this the best strategy though? It’s been said that when you advertise to everyone, you advertise to no one. If you hold a magnifying glass to your eye, everything is a blur. If… Continue reading The Riches Are In The Niches!
Do I Need A Website?
So, you’ve been dreaming of starting your business for many years, or maybe you had a flash of inspiration and created a solution to a problem that people would happily pay for. The next question is, do I need a website to market my business? What do I need to get started? Some people will… Continue reading Do I Need A Website?