Article by Guest Blogger Elizabeth Mackenzie of Global Associates.com The ultimate goal of attending college is to obtain not only a degree but also a job. Employers want to know if you have the necessary qualifications, such as a bachelor's degree, but they also want to know if you have the necessary skill set. There are numerous skills you can acquire to ensure a successful career. In this article, we will discuss five skills that employers will need today and in the futur

Article by Guest Blogger Career Karma (*Photo from Unsplash) When it comes to choosing your career, there are many factors you should consider before making any decisions. In this article, we’ll provide you with some career advice related to these important factors to help guide your decision. Six Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Career Path Choosing your career path is a major life decision that requires serious thought. The more you know about your wants and needs, th

Article by Guest Blogger Carleen Moore of TheBizBuzz.net (*Photo from Pixels) Depending on how long you've owned a small business, you may already know how many tasks you must navigate within a day, week or month. Do you know which tech tasks to consider outsourcing to save time? Relying on professionals for specific projects could take your business to the next level and free up time and energy. TECH TASKS Examples of tech-related tasks to hire a third party include web dev

I just got back from the Journey to Joy retreat in Puerto Rico facilitated by my lovely client, Transformational Coach Cynthia Santiago Borbon and my heart is truly BURSTING WITH JOY. This was my first in-person retreat (not on Zoom) so I want to share my thoughts as I hope it will be beneficial to anyone also seeking to ignite more joy into their life. I'll start off by saying that this was by far one of the BEST trips I have ever been on in my entire life, which says a lot

Since officially starting my business in 2017 I've worked with over 200 entrepreneurs. This includes a range of local businesses, crafty artisans, coaches, therapists, healers, stylists, nutritionists, musicians, figure skaters, personal trainers, home inspectors, activists, authors, and much more. That may not necessarily seem like a lot to a big marketing agency but to a tiny, one-person team like me, that's HUGE. And that's not taking into account the clients I had before

OMGoddess, So Much Transformation! 2021 has been a challenging and beautiful year for me. I moved from Connecticut to Florida and spent the last 11 months at the beach soaking up the sun, crying, laughing, doubling my income, cooking up new business ideas, learning to say no, painting, grieving the loss of my grandma, tuning into my higher self, missing my family in CT, and eating a lot of key lime pie ice cream with extra whipped cream. In all of this, I've learned 3 things:

Meet my amazing client! Tamanique Byrd, LICSW is a down to earth therapist, and Founder of Planting The Seed Inc. In addition to providing culturally competent therapy for couples and individuals, Tamanique is on a mission to support others in supporting others by providing clinical supervision and licensure services. Her aim is to help other clinicians also do this important work on healing the world one therapy session at a time. Check out this interview and get a sneak pea

Canva is a wonderful tool for designing all kinds of things without being a graphic designer. Of course, having a good eye for design helps, but Canva certainly makes it easy to make a big impact allowing anyone to create a plethora of things ranging from social media posts, to presentations, to printed materials for your business and more. As a brand strategist and designer, I'm always going to recommend working with a professional who can help you develop your brand vision,

Meet my amazing client! Shalonda Edwards MSW, LICSW is the Founding Clinician of Restorative Health & Wellness. An avid yoga practitioner who has recognized the importance of the practice in helping to reduce her stress and help learn new skills to process stressors and challenges she seeks to introduce clients to various supports they may find useful in reducing symptoms or increasing their ability to cope. Check out this interview and get a sneak peak into her entrepreneuri

The practice of expressing gratitude is one that I tap into often, and that in many ways has brightened my life. It's easy to pray when we are in need or facing difficult times, but it's also really powerful to stop on a random Tuesday (or in this case Thursday), and give thanks simply because. There are many things I am grateful for but today these are the ones that feel the loudest: my incredible family, their love, and laughter my partner, his support, and his ability to b

Article by Guest Blogger Cherie Mclaughlin of CouchBasedBiz.com (*Photo from Pixels) Small business owners and aspiring and established entrepreneurs can benefit hugely from furthering their education, especially when they’re ready to start, run, and grow their businesses. And since many colleges, universities, and online learning platforms are offering discounted rates, free applications, and waived admission tests amidst COVID-19, there’s no better time for business owners

Article by Guest Blogger Cherie Mclaughlin of CouchBasedBiz.com Getting out there and making a name for yourself as a freelancer or small business can be incredibly challenging—believe me, I know. As a small business owner myself I can also say that it is undeniably rewarding, as well. But if people don’t know who you are and how you can benefit them, you’ll find yourself simply stuck at the challenging part. Marketing, when strategic and thoughtful, can be a powerful way to

Guess what?! I just got featured in the University of Hartford - Women Business Center's Newsletter! WBC Business Spotlight article says: Jasleni Brito has always been a creative spirit. Her business, Jasleni Art & Design, provides a wide range of visual branding services such as logos and website designs, and even the occasional commissioned painting. After earning her degree in Graphic Design from Central Connecticut State University, Jasleni went to work in marketing desig

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Article by Guest Blogger Sarah Bull of EconomyMom.com By the end of 2019, women were found to outnumber men in the workforce, which was a real cause for victory. Unfortunately, whatever gains women enjoyed were short-lived, as the decline in employment brought on by the current recession hit women the hardest— across all racial and ethnic groups, at that. And this isn’t the only way women are struggling more than men during this recession. Countless women already deal with lo

If you want to give someone a really special gift but don't know what to get, why not a custom painting? It is personal. A custom painting can be really meaningful for the person giving and for the person receiving. You have the choice of selecting imagery that really communicates something special; an inside-joke, or a fond memory. It is unique. With a custom painting you get exactly what you want. You don't have to settle for whatever you find. You would be supporting the a

Consider the importance of your website in a world that is nearly completely digital. This is not a place where the cheapest route is always the cheapest route... Would you feel comfortable doing your own plumbing, or electrical work? Are you comfortable fixing your car after watching a YouTube tutorial? If the answer is yes then go for it and please don't let me discourage you. If however, you value the certainty that comes with an experienced and knowledgeable professional,

First thing is first. Is your business ready for a trade show? A trade show can cost anywhere from $250 to $25,000 depending on your location within the show's venue, and that's not even including other expenses like the products you want to bring, samples you want to hand out, demos, marketing materials, advertising costs, and travel expenses. So the first order of business is figuring out if participating in a trade show is the right decision for your business and you can d

I remember literally doing a painting of cheese while working for Whole Foods Market, and thinking to myself "this is not quite what I meant when I said I wanted a creative career". It was a great opportunity full of countless lessons ranging from the mastery of hand painted sign-making, to navigating office politics, but it wasn't quite as fulfilling as I had hoped for. After Whole Foods I found myself in another office from 9 to 5 and for the first time ever I even had my