Kristin and Hillary guide listeners through a series of questions and exercises to help them discover what type of freelance business they should start. They emphasize the importance of defining one's purpose for starting an online business by identifying values and personal goals. They also encourage listeners to recognize their strengths as teachers, which can transfer into successful online business ownership. Finally, they explore various online business ideas and encourage listeners to choose the ones that align with their values, goals, and strengths.

Key Takeaways

• Defining your purpose for starting an online business is a crucial first step in determining what type of business is right for you.
• Identifying your values and personal goals can help guide your decision-making and keep you motivated when the going gets tough.
• Recognize the strengths you already possess as a teacher, such as communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Explore various online business ideas that align with your strengths and interests.
• You don't have to know everything about a particular service to start an online business: You can learn and develop new skills along the way. That's part of the fun!

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