Thinking about starting your own consulting business? You don’t need an LLC, a logo, or even a website to begin. In this post, I’ll show you how I accidentally doubled my income by simply saying “yes” to a project — and how you can use your skills to start consulting...
Do I need an LLC? Most people who ask this question don’t realize what they’re really asking.
They’re not asking about business structure. They’re asking for permission.
And just like any other business, it runs on four main systems:
Most people wait years for a company to “notice” them.
They work harder, take on more, and hope a small raise or title bump will come their way.
But hope is not a strategy.
Here’s the problem—titles don’t pay bills. Titles don’t create freedom. Titles don’t put you in demand.
One of the biggest myths in business is that you need money to start. We hear stories of startups raising millions in venture capital, and we think, “That’s what it takes.”
But here’s the reality:
Should you start a side hustle, or quit and change careers? It’s one of the most common questions I hear. But here’s the problem: that’s usually the wrong question.
Most people think their paycheck is their lifeline. It’s the thing that keeps the bills paid, food on the table, and maybe even a little left over for fun. But the truth is this: your paycheck is the most expensive thing you own.
Not because of what it gives you—but because of what it costs.
When you think of yourself as just an employee, you hand over control. You assume the company owns your future. But companies cut costs, restructure, and outsource all the time. Job security is a myth.
Everyone thinks the “big idea” is the secret to starting a business. The million-dollar app, the product no one’s ever seen before, the magic invention. The idea doesn’t matter. I’ve seen too many people sit for years waiting on the perfect business idea — while...
The #1 Excuse I Hear: “I Don’t Have Time” The biggest excuse I hear from professionals who want freedom is: “I just don’t have time.” But here’s the truth — you don’t need 20 extra hours a week. You don’t need to quit your job. You don’t even need things to “calm...
Most people don’t stay stuck because they lack opportunity — they stay stuck because they’re afraid. Afraid of failing.Afraid of looking foolish.Afraid of proving their inner critic right. Ironically, the people I meet who are the most successful inside their...
Smart professionals don’t stay stuck because they’re lazy — they stay stuck because they’ve believed these lies for too long. It’s not about talent.It’s not about degrees.It’s not about motivation. Most of the professionals I work with are smart, accomplished, and...
This podcast is now for professionals ready to build something of their own—without blowing up their life
A great example of using linkedin and video introductions to make key contacts fast.
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My Most Popular Podcast Episodes tell a story. The story is not about me, but more about you. What topics catch your attention? What are you most interested in hearing from me? What are you struggling with? Where do you want answers or insight? My Most Popular Podcast...
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Make money online will help you see the quick and dirty methods of getting started in a side hustle without spending much (or any) money. The video from the presentation is below. Make Money Online - Outline 1. Find an idea How to find a simple idea that fits you. 2....
How much should I be spending on my business? Like all other things in life, modern businesses tend to overspend, Especially small businesses that are not making money yet. I constantly am running into startups who are "investing" money to help the business grow....