Am I a Self-Starter? Newsletter #13: Small Business Insights Hello Reader, Are you a Next Level Self-Starter? When starting your first business venture, it's crucial to understand what it means to be a self-starter. Over the years, I've interviewed hundreds of employees at various levels, and many fail to meet basic employment requirements, needing retraining or termination. It's unsurprising that many consider themselves self-starters yet only perform at a “Meets Expectations” level. AI...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
What Happens if My Business is a Total Failure? Newsletter #12: Small Business Insights Failure analysis is arguably the most important consideration before starting a business, yet it is often the most overlooked. Some entrepreneurial archetypes struggle to recognize or accept failure, driven by immense grit and a willingness to self-sacrifice. Many believe that enduring more pain will lead to a greater payoff in the end. However, struggling business owners who adopt mantras like "failure is...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Boom! Your Wildly Successful, Now What? Newsletter #11: Shawn Bailey's Small Business InsightsThings to Consider Before Starting Your Business If you’re into boring business speak, investors might phrase this as, “What will the world look like if you’re successful?” and expect to find the answer in your business plan as your company's vision. But I believe this question is far more personal, complex, and crucial. In fact, it ranks #2 in my "10 Things to Consider Before Starting a Business"...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
"What is Your Personal Mission?" Newsletter #10: Shawn Bailey's Small Business InsightsThings to Consider Before Starting Your Business Greetings Reader, Let's get real! Whether you're starting a business or a startup (yes, there's a difference), you're about to take on significant personal risks and responsibilities. You might even consider bringing in investors, which raises the crucial question: "Is your idea strong enough to justify risking other people's money?" Either way, you are...
3 months ago • 9 min read
10 Things to Consider Before You Start a Business Newsletter #9: Small Business Insights Hello Reader, Ready to embark on a thrilling new business adventure? 🌟 Are you prepared to leave behind the safety net of traditional employment and take the reins as your own boss? 2025 could be your breakthrough year! 🚀 Let me introduce you to 10 essential considerations before you dive into the world of entrepreneurship. Personal Insights These are the key questions I encourage all my clients to...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Running a Business in 2025 Newsletter #6: Business Development Tips & Tricks "Hey Reader, What will 2025 look like for your business?" Before I peer into my crystal ball, I would suggest you answer that question for yourself. Of course, I can't answer that for everyone! But I can tell you that 2025 is NOT going to be business as usual. I've been devouring macro-economic data from leading institutions. My take is: Barring World War III, 2025 could be a great year for most of us. But you have...
4 months ago • 3 min read
2025: An In-Depth Review of Microsoft 365's Features and Benefits Newsletter #5: Business Development Tips and Tricks Microsoft 365 (Formerly Office 365) is the premiere productivity suite for millions of businesses. Yet very few, and I mean very few, actually know the true value of the features and benefits contained in their subscription. I hope you follow this newsletter so you can harness the power of your subscription and become an M365 Jedi Master. I am here to help you transform your...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Winning the Battle, but losing the War Newsletter #4: Business Development Tips & Tricks It has been a busy week, full of high drama. This week is the exciting conclusion to my contract negotiations on behalf of one of my clients. I also finished prepping for the launch of my new digital marketing brand, InnovationWorx, and lastly, I am starting my IT security and productivity updates There is so much information to include in my Business Development Tips & Tricks Weekly (see below), I will...
8 months ago • 3 min read
Hello Reader,, I am launching a new digital marketing brand called InnovationWorx, and to celebrate, I am offering huge discounts for new and current customers through the end of the month! Our new brand reflects the work that we do across the region and US. Boise Web Design is now InnovationWorx. "Digital marketing innovation that works!" To celebrate, we are offering 20% OFF all website design servicesfor the remainder of the month! Along with the changes, we have added staff and expertise...
10 months ago • 1 min read