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How Content Marketing Works
Content, Entrepreneurship Teryl Brown Content, Entrepreneurship Teryl Brown

How Content Marketing Works

Imagine you’re at a bustling market, where every stall screams for attention, yet one quiet booth at the corner draws a steady stream of engaged visitors. What’s their secret? They’re not just selling products; they’re telling stories. This booth, run by a small local business, understands something crucial: in today’s digital bazaar, content is king.

This is the essence of content marketing—a strategy that’s not about shouting louder than the others but engaging prospective customers with the stories they want to hear, solutions they need, and content they choose to engage with. By mastering the basics of content marketing, you can transform how you connect with your customers.

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What is social Entrepreneurship?

What is social Entrepreneurship?

In a world increasingly aware of its social and environmental shortcomings, the quest for meaningful change is more pressing than ever. This is where social entrepreneurship comes into play, acting not just as a business model but as a beacon of hope. For those who look around and feel compelled to address the inequalities and ecological crises, becoming a social entrepreneur offers a path to make a significant impact.

Social entrepreneurship isn’t confined to one industry or sector; it spans across healthcare, education, environmental sustainability, and more, providing innovative solutions to some of the most stubborn issues of our time. Whether it’s a startup creating affordable medical devices or a company building sustainable housing solutions, these organizations are united by a common thread: a commitment to the triple bottom line—People, Planet, Profit.

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How To Turn Your Passion Into A Profitable Business Idea

How To Turn Your Passion Into A Profitable Business Idea

Have you ever had one of those light-bulb moments, watching a sunset or maybe while in the shower, when a brilliant business idea pops into your head? It feels like a rush, right? But then the big question hits you—how do you know if this idea is THE idea? Deciding on a business idea isn’t just about catching the right wave; it’s about making sure the surfboard fits just right for the ride ahead.

In today’s rapidly changing economic landscape, whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a hopeful shop owner, or someone looking to disrupt the traditional sectors, finding and settling on a business idea can be the cornerstone of a successful venture. In this post, we’ll dive into why finding that perfect match of concept and execution is crucial. We’ll walk you through how to unearth promising business ideas, decide confidently which one to pursue, and offer eight solid suggestions if you’re new to the entrepreneurial scene.

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How to Transform Your Amazing Business Idea into Action with a Business Canvas
Business, Entrepreneurship Teryl Brown Business, Entrepreneurship Teryl Brown

How to Transform Your Amazing Business Idea into Action with a Business Canvas

Imagine embarking on a journey without a map or a clear destination. You might stumble upon some unexpected treasures, but chances are, you’ll end up wandering aimlessly. Now, think of building a business in a similar light. Without a clear plan or structure, the path to success can be fraught with unnecessary detours and obstacles. This is where the Business Canvas comes into play—a navigational tool that transforms abstract ideas into a structured, actionable plan.

Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur in the tech industry, a small business owner in the retail sector, or an innovator in the creative world, the Business Canvas is your blueprint for success. It breaks down the complexities of your business into digestible components, providing clarity and direction.

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How to Use Keyword Research to Boost Your SEO

How to Use Keyword Research to Boost Your SEO

Have you ever found yourself down the rabbit hole of Google, searching for the best taco place in town or the latest tips on indoor gardening? Guess what? You’re not alone, and there’s a whole science behind appearing in those magical search results – it’s called keyword research.

Regardless of if you’re a blogger, a small business owner, or the mastermind behind a burgeoning e-commerce empire, understanding this craft is the key to online visibility. In a world where 90% of online experiences start with a search engine, not leveraging keyword research is akin to winking in the dark – you know what you’re doing, but no one else does.

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The Top 10 Motivation Killers That Are Sabotaging Your Success
Motivation, Entrepreneurship Teryl Brown Motivation, Entrepreneurship Teryl Brown

The Top 10 Motivation Killers That Are Sabotaging Your Success

Do you often experience a surge of motivation and drive to achieve your goals, only to see it dwindle away all too quickly? Rest assured, you're not alone in this struggle. When you're tirelessly grinding to get your business off the ground, motivation becomes an indispensable asset. Some days, the dream of success may be the sole force propelling you forward.

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How to Organize Your Desk Like a Minimalist for Maximum Efficiency

How to Organize Your Desk Like a Minimalist for Maximum Efficiency

Cleaning off your desk and keeping it clear of loose papers or a frenzy of post-it notes will help you to be able to sit down and get straight to work. Once your desk has been cleared, implementing a simple, organized layout will be effortless to maintain. This will ensure the possibility of maximum productivity every time you sit down.

If you are a solopreneur, it is crucial that you stay organized. Everything is on you. You have to keep on top of all the content, due dates, and systems to grow your business. If you don't have a dedicated and organized workspace, this will be impossible.

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10 Areas of Weakness That Are Holding You Back as An Entrepreneur
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10 Areas of Weakness That Are Holding You Back as An Entrepreneur

Everyone has weaknesses. Maybe you can’t focus in the morning without a shot of espresso. Perhaps you allow stress to get to you, and you are overwhelmed easily. There are as many examples as there are people on the planet. Regardless of what your weakness is, you can overcome it. Be it something monumental or a mere inconvenience. We can make a blueprint to mitigate the effects. We all have dreams, plans, and goals, but we don’t all achieve them…

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How to Easily Break Up a Big Project into Manageable Pieces

How to Easily Break Up a Big Project into Manageable Pieces

Life as a solopreneur is a never-ending cycle of massive project after massive project. Blog posts, podcasts, YouTube, and product launches are examples of different projects you undertake daily or weekly. Of course, some of these tasks are bigger than others but what they all have in common is that to complete them efficiently, you have to have a systemic approach to tackle and complete them.

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How to Delegate if You’re an Overachieving Perfectionist!
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How to Delegate if You’re an Overachieving Perfectionist!

What do you do when you sit down to write your to-do list, and each entry you write down is simply: everything?

I know this struggle all too well because it was me. I had way too many balls in the air, and I was constantly piling on more. I didn’t know how to delegate effectively. I thought I was the only one that could do things the way I wanted them done.

That’s the real problem. If you ask someone else to do it, they won’t complete the task up to your standards. You know you will end up hovering over them until they get annoyed or just doing it yourself.

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How to Build a Website Using Squarespace
DIY, Entrepreneurship, Online Business Teryl Brown DIY, Entrepreneurship, Online Business Teryl Brown

How to Build a Website Using Squarespace

When you are launching a small business, your website is crucial. Ecommerce gives you a significant edge in building many business types. Especially if you are trying to start a business with little to no money.

Unfortunately, to have a website built from scratch professionally can be incredibly expensive. You might not have thousands of dollars to throw at this problem.

If you are trying to start your website for as little money as possible, you will have to figure out how to build a website yourself.

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20 Benefits of Starting an Online Business

20 Benefits of Starting an Online Business

In 2022, more people are taking their side hustle full-time than ever before. The internet is the tool that is allowing these dreams to come true.

If you are a service provider or a creative looking to launch your business, the e-commerce game might be right for you.

There are so many new and exciting products and businesses that pop up every day. The internet allows them to find their demographic and be profitable.

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25 Motivational Quotes About Entrepreneurship To Get You Inspired
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25 Motivational Quotes About Entrepreneurship To Get You Inspired

Maybe you are just starting out in your business, and you are overwhelmed at everything you have to do. These will offer some clarity at all that anxiety flooding in. If you have already launched your business and you feel like you are drowning. These quotes on entrepreneurship are great at providing perspective.

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How to Increase Your Revenue with an Actionable Plan

How to Increase Your Revenue with an Actionable Plan

Let me guess, you have just started a business, and you are having trouble getting up to the revenue goals you want.  Well, I have a solution for that.  I am going to show you how to increase revenue by making a simple, actionable plan.  We will work backwards from the number you want and find your actions to take to get it. 

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25 Unique Online Business Ideas That Can Truly Make Money

25 Unique Online Business Ideas That Can Truly Make Money

Some entrepreneurs are blessed with a revolutionary idea, and some have to work a little harder for one.  If you fall into the latter category, then this post is for you. 

I am going to break down and discuss 20 unique ideas for online businesses.  These ideas will actually make you money so that you can finally ditch your 9 to 5 and be your own boss.

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