We all have to-do lists, but simply ticking off tasks isn’t the same as having optimized business operations. Inefficient processes can silently drain your time, energy, and ultimately, your profits. An Online Business Manager (OBM) goes beyond task management to strategically analyze and improve the very foundation of how your business runs. Operational optimization is […]

Are you a driven business owner with big dreams, but find yourself constantly bogged down in the day-to-day tasks? Do you feel like you’re spending more time managing the minutiae than focusing on the vision that ignited your passion in the first place? You’re not alone. As businesses grow, the operational complexities can become overwhelming, […]

In the fast-paced world of business, where agility is celebrated and innovation is the buzzword, the idea of standardizing anything can feel counterintuitive. After all, isn’t flexibility the key to growth? Isn’t creativity stifled by too many rules?   Well, not quite.   Enter Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)—often seen as the dusty, forgotten manuals tucked away in […]

As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time for small business owners like us to hit the pause button, grab a cup of coffee (or wine!), and spend a little time reflecting on the past 12 months. In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, our days fly by and sometimes we aren’t able to notice […]

If you’re a business owner, you know that running a business is an ever-changing and always evolving process (if you want to stay relevant and successful, that is). But how do you know when it’s time to make a change? Today, we’re talking about 3 ways you know it’s time to switch things up—either in […]

Us small business owners know what it’s like to work on a one-man team. Oftentimes, we start our business journeys on our own because we don’t have the ability to invest in hiring and paying a team with any regularity. But, once you have the means, hiring a remote team can be extremely helpful. Hiring […]

As business owners, we all know managing every facet of your business can often feel overwhelming. From marketing strategies to bookkeeping, client communications to administrative tasks, all of the responsibilities can quickly pile up. On your path to success in business (whatever that looks like to you!), the key lies not in doing everything yourself, […]

Whether you’re just starting out, work as a solopreneur, or already leading an established team, we all have something in common: the success of our businesses ride on our ability to adapt and grow. With the whirlwind we all live in as entrepreneurs, it’s easy to get lost in the daily operations, communications, and planning […]

In today’s society, so many business owners are working with 100 percent remote teams. With so many different platforms and applications available, working with people who you don’t see in person has never been easier. It’s also particularly helpful for those of us who are online-based small business owners without a brick and mortar location. […]

Umm … guarantee? I know you’re probably thinking, “But Michelle, you can’t guarantee anything!” Well, friend, with this method, I think I can. Did you know that the #1 reason small businesses fail is because they can’t turn a profit? And it’s no secret that everyone is taught to handle their finances (mostly) the same […]