When meeting new clients, there’s one question I hear over and over: “How can I take my business to the next level?” Some even ask if there is some checklist or template they can use to make this happen. Unfortunately, there is no universal set of tactics suited for every business. However, there are a few… Continue reading Want a Better Business? Start With What’s Broken!
Author: Torrie Wrenn Eubanks
Things I Can’t Live Without- Krisp Noise Canceling App
Getting rid of unwanted noise has its place in all of our lives, but when you work from home, certain household noises have no place in business meetings, cue ringing doorbells and barking pups. I’ve used Krisp with my dogs barking in the background, family members moving around the house, and washing machines rattling around,… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without- Krisp Noise Canceling App
5 Ways to Make Your Business Look More Professional
When you work for someone else, your employer provides you with a computer, a phone, an email address, and business cards. The company has a logo, a website, and procedures established to get the work done. But … when you work for yourself, you start with none of that. It’s up to you to provide… Continue reading 5 Ways to Make Your Business Look More Professional
Things I Can’t Live Without -Stage Manager on Mac
If you want to stay focused and keep your desktop clutter-free, start using Stage Manager. The new macOS Ventura update is full of features and improvements. My favorite is the addition of Stage Manager to organize apps and windows on Mac. Previously, if you wanted to keep multiple windows open at the same time on… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without -Stage Manager on Mac
Filling the Gaps When Things Get Slow
As someone who’s used to – and enjoys – feeling at capacity most of the time, I wasn’t sure what to do with myself when things slowed down a bit a few months ago. I began by cleaning out the homeschool closet filled with 13 years of curriculum and school projects. Then I began cleaning other… Continue reading Filling the Gaps When Things Get Slow
Things I Can’t Live Without- My iPad
I have a 9th-generation iPad, and I love it! I use it for meeting with clients, researching, and reading articles and books. It serves as my extra monitor and my on-the-go mini computer. It helps me to stay connected with clients and gives me the freedom to be mobile and not tied to my desk. In addition to… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without- My iPad
Stop Procrastination! (Now, Not Tomorrow)
Nearly every day, clients and prospective clients come to me with a big idea or project they want to tackle. Some are brimming with excitement, others with concern. Either way, some jump right in, while others seem to stall. Procrastination is something we’ve all been guilty of now and then. (My particular form of procrastination… Continue reading Stop Procrastination! (Now, Not Tomorrow)
Be Your Own Detective
As a small business owner or solo professional, you’ve got many processes and procedures in place, not to mention lots of outwardly facing marketing tools, like your LinkedIn profile, Facebook and Instagram accounts, and your website. Over time, it’s easy to look at these elements without really seeing them. This can be a problem, particularly as your business… Continue reading Be Your Own Detective
Untangling Your Messy Calendar
If time is money, then a disorganized calendar will cost you both. It’s been my experience that the most common problem I see with clients involves setting up their digital calendars. A well-managed calendar ensures a strategic, efficient, and effective allocation of time. This sets the stage for many other business benefits, including achievement, efficiency,… Continue reading Untangling Your Messy Calendar
Things I Can’t Live Without- My Morning Coffee
I’m sure you’ve all heard the saying, “Coffee is like oxygen.” I couldn’t agree more! I love how each cup brings different flavors and sensations to my life. Some mornings I enjoy an espresso, while on other days, I like to enjoy a dark roast with a splash of cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon… Continue reading Things I Can’t Live Without- My Morning Coffee