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Check out our deep dive essays (and podcast episodes) diving into the online business status quo with actionable ideas designed to cut the BS.

The Realities of Burnout and Your Business with Brittany Berger

The Realities of Burnout and Your Business with Brittany Berger

We’re all familiar with the idea of being burnt out, especially over the last few years. Many of us have experienced burnout firsthand. But why…

How we closed for 57 business days in 2022

How We Closed for 57 Days in 2022

Back in late 2021, I made a decision that changed my business. I decided that starting in January 2022, our office would be closed on…

What you need to know about LinkedIn

What You Need to Know About LinkedIn for 2023 with Andréa Jones

Social media is constantly changing, and what you may have been doing a year ago may not work today. This is resulting in a lot…

The 2023 Online Business Investment Survey

The 2023 Online Business Investment Survey

As business owners, making sales is necessary to surviving, and ideally thriving. Here are the results of a survey about investing in your business, including how really people feel about the money they’ve spent.

The Power of Retainer Clients

The Power of Retainer Clients

If there’s one tried and true way of delivering services to clients, it’s the retainer model. While it’s often overlooked for project engagements or VIP…

Should You Offer VIP Day Services?

Should You Offer VIP Day Services?

Everyone is talking about VIP days, but are they right for you and your business? In this episode, we’re looking at everything you need to…

How to Sell More Strategy

How to Sell More Strategy in 2023

Maybe you’re selling strategy, and you want to sell more of it in 2023. Maybe you’ve been thinking about selling strategy, and now it’s time…

Selling Your Services: Myth Busting 2023 Edition

Selling Your Services: Myth Busting 2023 Edition

Confused about the latest trends or advice on selling your services? You’re not alone in that, as there’s so much advice out there, that is…

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The State of Ethical Marketing and Online Business for 2023

The State Of Ethical Marketing and Online Business for 2023 By Maggie Patterson All opinions in this post are my opinions and mine alone. You…