Should I start a business right now? What a great question. These are uncertain times, so the answer to that question is different for everyone. However, if you're sitting on the sidelines waiting for your business to re-open or for your clients to come back, now may be a great time to start a side hustle.
It's even more relevant to consider starting a business right now if you have a job that may never come back. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, there is a good chance many of those who have been laid off or furloughed will never return to those jobs.
That sucks, I get it.... and it's also a great time to think about starting your own business. If you've decided it's time to make that jump, you're on the fence or you just want to explore what it takes to start a business, you'll what to check out this episode.
I've coached over 1000 people over the last 15 years on how to build a successful business from the bottom up. Heck, I've built 6 businesses of my own. In this episode I take you through the foundational steps to starting your business. From what business to start to marketing your products and services, I give you the straw dog version of what it takes.
I hope you enjoy!!
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How to Create 10 Products from One Idea
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Marketing Strategies
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Speaking engagements
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Radio – be interviewed –
Radio – Have a blog show
TV – be interviewed
Referral program
Joint ventures
Press releases
Article marketing
Blogging
Social media groups
Expert column
Email marketing
Knock on doors
Mobile marketing
Online classified ads
Pay For
Flyers
Newspapers
Advisory Boards
Radio – buy advertising
TV – infomercials or ads
Facebook ads
Linked in ads
Google+ ads
Direct Mail
Endorsements
Ad cards
SEO
Pay per click
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