Starting a business is a different experience for everyone. But there are some universal truths on how to find the work-life balance and consider all the options available. These tips from members of the online small business community can be helpful for those who are just starting out.
Minimize entrepreneur burnout
Entrepreneurs are often very passionate when they are just starting out. This can result in long hours and a lot of performance. However, burnout can also occur. Learn how to avoid this fate in this Startup Professionals Musings post from Marty Zwilling.
Look for the right franchise to open up
A franchise can give you a head start in branding and marketing your new business. But you need to choose the right option for your goals. In this post, The Franchise King’s Joel Libava shares some signs that you are on the wrong track.
Learn these lessons before starting an online business
It is possible to start a business online once you have an idea. However, some companies need a little knowledge before they begin. Erik Emanuelli discusses things to know in this Inspire to Thrive post. And the BizSugar community talked more in the community.
Learn more about labor law and compliance
In order to attract a team to your new company, you need to familiarize yourself with labor law. Things like occupational safety and minimum wage laws can confuse some new business owners. But this Smallbiztechnology.com post by Yuriy Moshes has a guide on these topics.
Look for turnkey business opportunities
Some businesses take months or years of hard work before they start. Others only need a few steps. If you’re interested in the latter, check out this post from SMB CEO by Ivan Widjaya. He gives tips on searching for such opportunities.
Find the Right Email Marketing Tool for Your Business
Email marketing is a must for new businesses. However, there are several tools that you should consider. In this 99signals post, Sandeep Mallya compares some of the top options. And the BizSugar community shared their thoughts here.
Get to know your SEO ranking factors
If you want a new business to thrive in 2021, you need to be easily found on search engines. To do this, you need to understand what factors can affect your Google ranking. This Bright Local post by Jamie Pitman takes a look at a new feature that can help you do that.
Thrive with purpose-driven digital marketing
Most entrepreneurs start with a clear goal in mind. However, this purpose can be obscured if you focus on specific tasks like marketing. To focus on that vision, check out this Duct Tape Marketing post by Sara Nay for targeted marketing tips.
Stay up to date with YouTube updates
YouTube can be a powerful way to share your new business messages. You can even build an entire company on the platform. As it is constantly updated, it is a must for entrepreneurs to find out about new features. Ileane Smith goes into a current update here.
Build your blog audience the natural way
You can build your entire business around blogging or use it as a marketing channel. Whatever the purpose, if you want to make a difference, you need an audience. In this Moss Media post, Moss Clement goes over some simple ways to naturally build an audience.
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