October Focus: Protect Your Trademark(s)!

Protecting your trademark is essential. Many business owners hesitate to register their trademarks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office due to uncertainty about the process, a lack of understanding of the benefits, or concerns about the costs involved. But the long-term expenses of not registering can far exceed the initial investment. Failing to…

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October 2024 Indie Business Book Club: All About Trademarks

One of the important issues business owners face is how to select, secure, and protect their brand names. Of course, you want a brand name that makes you personally happy and satisfied. On the other hand, the fact that you like a certain name does not mean you can own, secure, and protect it as…

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I’m Speaking at Handcrafted Live 2024!

I am thrilled to share that I have accepted an invitation to present at Handcrafted Live 2024 on September 6 – 8, 2024! The conference host, Indie Business Network member Zakia Ringgold of Live Soap School, has invited me to share on the topic Community is the New Economy. Those of you who are IBN…

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Apply For The IBN Robin’s Roses Scholarship Q4 2024 Scholarship

The Indie Business Network was founded 20 years ago based on the transformative power of entrepreneurship. We believe it is time to replace traditional notions of entrepreneurship with the increasingly obvious reality that entrepreneurship is for everyone, and can be defined in different ways by different people with uniquely different lifestyle goals. You do not…

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7 Steps to Make Your Business Thrive in Any Economy

Last month’s theme here at the Indie Business Network was How to Thrive in Any Economy. I selected it because one of the things I hear most often today from clients, Indie Business Network members and other small business owners is that sales are down “due to the economy.” While it may be true that…

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August 2024 Indie Business Book Club: Sacred Rest

As you may know, August is one of the most popular vacation months of the year. That’s why our theme for this month is Rest and Rejuvenation, and our book is Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity. In it, author Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, teaches us that it’s possible to overcome…

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August Theme: Rest + Rejuvenate

As you may know, August is one of the most popular vacation months of the year. That’s why our focus for this month is Rest and Rejuvenate, and our book is Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity. In it, author Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, teaches us that it’s possible to overcome burnout and…

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Apply For The IBN Robin’s Roses Scholarship Q3 2024 Scholarship

The Indie Business Network was founded 20 years ago based on the transformative power of entrepreneurship. We believe it is time to replace traditional notions of entrepreneurship with the increasingly obvious reality that entrepreneurship is for everyone, and can be defined in different ways by different people with uniquely different lifestyle goals. You do not…

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Schedule Your Focus Meeting Today!

With nearly 25 years of experience leading the Indie Business Network and coaching and consulting other entrepreneurs, I’ve had an intimate look into the workings of thousands of businesses. And here are some things I know for sure. Growing a business does not have to be hard. The truth is that many people think more…

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The Best Dads Deserve a Gift from this Father’s Day List

Hey, you! Drop that pair of patterned socks! This year, knock dad off his feet with a unique, handmade gift that helps him put his best face forward. From all-natural beard care to much-needed R&R, this Father’s Day gift guide will remind dads, uncles, grandpas, and A+ dudes just how much you love them.  Father’s…

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Dewy-Fresh Skincare That’ll Give You a Golden Summer Glow

Temperatures are rising, and the sun is gaining strength—time to switch up your skincare routine for one that’s ready for summer! Bright eyes, rosy cheeks, and an unforgettable sparkle are the golden keys for facing a new season, and this line-up of handmade skincare will get your weary skin into its sunniest shape. Plump a…

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Direction is More Important Than Speed

Direction is the cornerstone of meaningful progress. If you want to visit a friend in Chicago, no matter how fast you go, you’ll never get there if you keep changing direction to visit friends in Louisville, Nashville, and Detroit. It’s the same in your business, if you set a goal to get to a certain…

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