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How I Got a Head-Start on the New Year

I wanted to try something new going into January this year: get a head-start.

The first few weeks of January usually get away from me, and before I know it, I’m halfway through February.

So I brainstormed ways to set myself up for success this year, and I’m happy to announce it’s made a huge difference so far. They are strategies I plan to continue implementing for the rest of the year, and I recommend you try them out, too.

This is what I did:

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15 Reasons to Utilize a Newsletter and Email List for Creative Business

The “newsletter” and the “email list” are talked about a lot these days. And it’s no wonder because they come with countless benefits.

Even if you aren’t quite sure what they do or why you need them, you’ve likely come in contact with these tools before. (Ever get emails from your favorite stores?)

But newsletters aren’t just for big, established businesses.

In fact, they’re one of the best tools for creative small businesses and start-ups, too. And the sooner you start building yours, the better off your business will be.

Read on to learn the principles of a newsletter and an email list.

And if you still aren’t convinced or simply haven’t jumped on board, I’m also sharing 15 indisputable reasons to start your newsletter today!

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7 Powerful Benefits of Strategy-Based Brand and Website Design

As creative small business owners, we wear a lot of hats.

From creating new offerings to blogging, marketing, and research, we strive to get the attention of our ideal customer or client.

Once we get their attention, we work hard to show them how our products or services can give them value.

Because we wear so many hats, it’s a game-changer when your business is equipped to carry some of that work for you so you can focus on what’s most important.

A well-designed brand does just that.

It puts the best face forward for your business so you don’t have to work as hard to attract your ideal audience or show your worth.

Not only does it make your business more appealing and professional, but the strategy behind a high-quality brand design creates many advantages.

If you have a creative business, here are 7 powerful benefits of a well-designed brand that no entrepreneur will want to miss.

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