Articles tagged "Small business"

How to write a HARO pitch

HARO is a place to share your thoughts with writers to help you get exposure for your company. But a writer will only use your pitch if it adds value to their writing. Here are my tips for how to craft the best pitch for HARO.

How to talk to your clients about mental health issues

Whether you're struggling with wellness and it's affecting your work, or the work itself is causing stress, it's important to know how to address it with clients.

How to set mental health boundaries as a business owner

I've found that setting mental health boundaries is necessary, especially when you work for yourself. It's another way to advocate for yourself and your business and creates a solid foundation so that you can avoid having confrontations with clients.

Freelancers: It's time to go asynchronous

My freelance business runs entirely on asynchronous communication, and it's the best professional decision I've ever made. I haven't had a single client call in over eight months, and I've never been more productive. Here's how I make it work.

11 tech tools you need during economic uncertainty

We asked people: What are the technologies and software that are indispensable for your business, even during a recession?

7 recession-proof business ideas

There's no such thing as a recession-proof business, since every financial crisis is different. But certain types of businesses have traits that help them hold up in tough economic times.

Recession proof your business with automation

While entrepreneurs expressed concerns about the future, they aren't planning to sit back in fear.

New hire checklist: An employee onboarding checklist template

This new hire onboarding checklist will keep you and your new employees on track.

Employee offboarding checklist: A template for employee departures

This offboarding checklist will make the process less awkward—and more secure.

Zapier report: 40% of Americans have a side hustle in 2022

These side hustle statistics show that side hustles are growing in popularity and are possible by technology like automation.