With tax time just around the corner, I’ve been seeing a lot of talk and questions in Facebook groups about small business taxes. So, I’ve put together this post with frequently asked questions about taxes and deductions for bloggers and online businesses. Let’s jump right in, shall we? Disclaimer: While I have some experience with […]
Understanding Hashtags | How, when + where to use them
We’ve all seen that video of Jimmy Fallon and Justin Timberlake, hashtagging like crazy, or seen a post like this, with a million hashtags: Going to the zoo today! #zoo #animals #daytrip #cantwaittoseelions #dayout # giraffe #elephant #savetheanimals #animallover Yes, hashtags can be super annoying. BUT, they can be an easy way to expand your […]
5 Tips to Banish Writer’s Block
There are moments when you sit down to write and the words flow so freely you can barely keep up. Those times are golden. Less fun, however, are the days when a blank page leaves you paralyzed. Writer’s block doesn’t mean you can’t write, it’s just that whatever you write feels all wrong. It’s not […]
How to Host a Viral Giveaway to Explode Your List …and why you maybe shouldn’t
I’m sure you’ve seen plenty of bloggers hosting giveaways. Some of them good, some of them pretty terrible. You can give away pretty much anything and get some entries. But if you do it right, you can instantly end up with an epic number of new subscribers who are not only willing to put their […]
4 Essential Bookkeeping Tips for your Small Business
Bookkeeping for your small business can seem like a daunting task, and many small business owners don’t even know where to start. Don’t worry, my friend – I got you. Read on for a few simple ways you can streamline your bookkeeping system for your small business. Why do I need to keep track […]