Monday Morning Vetrepreneur

What's the number 1 issue keeping you from starting a business? No, it's a lack of time or idea. Fear. Fear of failure Fear of success Fear of rejection Fear of judgement We build up barriers between us and the things we want because it's an uncertain journey and we naturally fear the unknown. This week's article talks about how to overcome your fear of starting a business and gives you actionable steps to make it simple. You can find it here: https://lnkd.in/eXUiAePr ?? Don't forget to sign up for the newsletter, so you never miss an article. - Kevin Seiff & Greg VanDyne

Marketing agencies want you to think you need them. But the reality is you can do the majority yourself. In this week's article we break down how to build your brand, leverage your audience, and create a memorable image to grow your business. Branding doesn't need to cost your unborn child. It simple requires your creative thought and some basic concepts. Click here to learn how: https://lnkd.in/dZUuSNsh - Kevin & Greg

How much should I charge? This is often the most challenging question for entrepreneurs, especially if you're just getting started. Target customers play a big part in it: Are you going for premium customers? Or are you banking on sheer volume? Then you have to look at pricing mode: Cost-plus (cost of goods plus a profit margin)? Value-based (guessing the perceived value of the customer)? If you're struggling to find your price point, this article is for you. Greg VanDyne brought all his UNC MBA wisdom in for this. https://lnkd.in/guP44pGm

If you don't have a solid grasp on your company finances, you're going to struggle as an entrepreneur. That's why the Profit First model is so valuable. In this article, I break down the 4 methods to keeps your business' finances organized so you don't over-spend and you turn a profit immediately. https://lnkd.in/grC5hRAJ

We talk a lot about buying and starting businesses. But what about the other end of the spectrum: selling your business. This week's article featured insight from Hugh Blane, President of Claris Consulting, on how to prepare your business to be sold. If you've spent years building your business and are ready to step away, this article is for you. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gKp8s6TS

A little more behind the scenes of some of what I get up to at TKOL Designs. Prepping social content for the Harder Not Smarter Podcast. Finding the parts of an episode that are juuuust right for a social clip comes down to a combination of good judgment and gut instinct. Add in some magic. Package it. Post it. - - It’s not just about the design. It’s about the mission.