Right now there are a handful of digital product approaches out there that I am definielt ynot a fan of. 

Tune in to today's episode to learn about what these approaches are and why I don't agree with them. 

**I no longer offer the free training mentioned in this episode, but here are a few ways I can help you out:

• Listen to episode #27 on How I Would Start an Online Business from Scratch in 2023
• Join my business planning workshop and map out exactly what you'd need to do to start an online business and grow it to $5k months 

Have you been thinking about starting your own business? If so, start now! 

In today's episode I'm talking about why now is the best time to start your business along with how to get started.  

**I no longer offer the free training mentioned in this episode, but here are a few ways I can help you out:

• Listen to episode #27 on How I Would Start an Online Business from Scratch in 2023
• Join my business planning workshop and map out exactly what you'd need to do to start an online business and grow it to $5k months 

TikTok and Instagram Reels have blown up in popularity and for a good reason. These platforms have allowed people to grow a social media platform faster than ever.

There's just one problem. Going viral on Tiktok can actually hurt your online business.

In this week's episode I'm discussing why going viral on Tiktok isn't always a good thing and how you can take advantage of these social media platforms in the best way possible for your business.

Interested in checking out Kartra? Click here to watch a short video where I'll show you how to access Kartra's hidden 30 day trial. 

If you've been thinking about starting a business or starting to grow an online audience, you may have found yourself wondering, "Do I really need a niche?"

In this weeks episode, I'm discussing why choosing a niche can help you grow your online business significantly faster by choosing a niche and I'm also sharing a variety of questions to help you uncover the perfect niche for you and your business.

Resources Mentioned in Today's Episode:

Questions to Ask to Help You Choose a Niche

• Is there an area or a topic that you’re really passionate about?
• Is there a topic where you know more than the average person? 
• If you have a job, why did you choose that role? What drew you to that type of position or work?
• Do you enjoy the type of work that you do or is there a type of work you really enjoy? Maybe even a past job?
• If you have a degree, why did you choose that degree? Was there a certain class or topic that you were really interested in? 
• What kinds of hobbies and activities do you like?
• What could you talk with someone about for 30+ minutes?
• Have you helped family or friends in the past ease a certain pain point? 
• Do you have really great advice on a certain topic or area? 
• What have people told you you’re really good at in the past? 
• Have you mastered a certain aspect of your life that other people struggle with? 
• Have you achieved certain results for yourself that others might find desirable?

**I no longer offer the free training mentioned in this episode, but here are a few ways I can help you out:

• Listen to episode #27 on How I Would Start an Online Business from Scratch in 2023
• Join my business planning workshop and map out exactly what you'd need to do to start an online business and grow it to $5k months 

Want to learn all the skills you need to start your own online business?

In today's episode I'm talking all about Skillshare which is an online course hub that offers thousands of online courses on anything from art journaling to graphic design and copywriting.

Tune in to learn about some of the courses that I recommend for new business owners and to start learning all sorts of new skills.

Resources Mentioned:

Click here to access Skillshare's 30 day free trial.
 
**I no longer offer the free training mentioned in this episode, but here are a few ways I can help you out:

• Listen to episode #27 on How I Would Start an Online Business from Scratch in 2023
• Join my business planning workshop and map out exactly what you'd need to do to start an online business and grow it to $5k months 

 

Courses Mentioned: 

• Canva Basics: Launch Your Creative Business by Cheryl Chan
• Copywriting For Beginners: How To Write Web Copy That Sells Without Being Cheesy by Jesse Forrest
• Getting Started with Email Marketing by Allyson Van Houten
• Social Media Marketing: Top Tips for Growing Your Followers & Going Viral by Cat Coquillette
• The Creative Toolkit: 6 Techniques to Spark Original Ideas by Esteban Gast

*These shownotes may include affiliate links which means I earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through the following links. There is no additional cost to you and I only recommend products that I personally love and use.

What if my business or product idea already exists? Should I still pursue this idea or should I find a different idea?

This is a great question and is the topic of today's episode. 

Within this episode we discuss why it's actually a good thing if your business or product idea already exists and I'm also sharing 3 ways that you can create a product that stands out from the competition. 

Thinking about starting your own business?

In this week's episode I'm revealing 5 ways that starting your own business will change your life (and some of them might surprise you). Tune in to learn more. 

One of the most common questions I get asked is what kind of tech and/or tools do I need to start an online business and that's a great question!

In today's episode I reveal the 4 tools/functionalities that you need to get started along with my favorite tools and systems.

Resources Mentioned:

Click here to see how to access Kartra's hidden 30-day trial.
Click here to check out the difference between Canva free and Canva Pro. 

**I no longer offer the free training mentioned in this episode, but here are a few ways I can help you out:

• Listen to episode #27 on How I Would Start an Online Business from Scratch in 2023
• Join my business planning workshop and map out exactly what you'd need to do to start an online business and grow it to $5k months 

Have you ever thought about starting a blog as a way to make money online? If so, this episode is for you!

In today's episode I'm discussing why blogs don't make money and whether or not you should start a blog if your main goal is to start making money online.

Resources Mentioned:

**I no longer offer the free training mentioned in this episode, but here are a few ways I can help you out:

• Listen to episode #27 on How I Would Start an Online Business from Scratch in 2023
• Join my business planning workshop and map out exactly what you'd need to do to start an online business and grow it to $5k months 

I spent over 3 years and $15k trying every make money online opportunity that I could find. Because of this I have a pretty good idea of what works and what doesn't in the make money from home world, which is the topic of today's podcast episode. 

In today's episode I'm going to reveal 6 legit ways to start making money from home. 

1. Find a Remote Job

Finding a remote job is one of the easiest ways to start working from home. Most work from home jobs offer stability and benefits similar to most in-person jobs, except you get to skip the commute and work in your pj’s all day. Sounds pretty great to me!

Click here and use code FLEXLIFE to get 30% off your Flexjobs membership. 

You can sign up for Virtual Vocations here.

2. Freelance

Did you know there are currently thousands of freelance gigs posted each day? Aka tons of businesses are looking for freelancers to help them with their ongoing needs or even one-time projects. You can discover available freelance gigs on websites like Upwork, Freelancer.com and more.

You can check out the gigs on Upwork by clicking here and creating a free account.

3. Open an Online Store

Have you ever thought about selling products online? Well, you have 2 options. The first option is to create and sell your own products and the second option is to dropship products. 

4. Trade Stocks

I used to think trading was extremely risky and it can be, but I found an amazing online course called Trade and Travel by Teri Ijeoma that showed me how to trade and how to minimize risk. I now feel comfortable trading stocks and know how to set certain thresholds that prevent me from losing large amounts of money. 

You can learn more about Teri’s trading and the Trade and Travel course here.

5. Become an Affiliate Marketer

Companies big and small offer affiliate marketing programs as a way to make more sales. Basically, you sign up/apply for the program, share your link and earn commissions. 

You can create your free ShareASale account here.

6. Create and Sell Digital Products

Last, but definitely not least, if you’re looking for time and financial freedom, digital products might be the answer!

A digital product is an intangible product like a download that’s purchased online. This could be an online course, a meal planning guide, a wedding planning checklist and so on. The possibilities are endless. 

The best thing about digital products is that once you create your product, you can set up an automated system that will sell this product on autopilot for years. You can get sales while taking a nap, sitting on the beach, petting your cats and so on. 

**I no longer offer the free training mentioned in this episode, but here are a few ways I can help you out:

• Listen to episode #27 on How I Would Start an Online Business from Scratch in 2023
• Join my business planning workshop and map out exactly what you'd need to do to start an online digital product business and grow it to $5k months 

Not sure what your options are when it comes to creating and selling digital products? Click here to grab my FREE li