The last few years have been a rollercoaster and SO much about our world has changed. The working landscape and “traditional” roles have shifted with many more people working from home permanently, and online business owners hitting their stride. With more online businesses popping up and more work to do, there is an ever increasing […]

The number one question I get asked when I tell someone about my business is, “What do you do?” They’re not sure what an online business manager does or how I can help business owners continue to grow. But let me tell you – OBMs can be vital to helping entrepreneurs flourish. Here’s the tea: […]

How do you communicate with your clients? Have you ever taken the time to come up with a strategy to keep in place? I know it sounds so easy, but open and clear communication takes some planning. And trust me, it’ll save you from some serious headaches down the road. Why is Communication Important? Communication […]

I know far too many hard-working, kick ass entrepreneurs that *gasp* don’t pay themselves regularly. In my opinion, that’s a big no-no and here’s why: you are the heart and soul of your business. You put in endless hours to help your business thrive. You DESERVE to get paid. Another fantastic reason to pay yourself […]

I’m sure everyone who’s been in business for a while has had something come up with a client here and there. It’s to be expected, but it still can be frustrating depending on the situation. How do you react if a client wants to cancel? What happens if they’re trying to break a contract? That’s […]

It’s that time of year again, friends! Tax season. If you haven’t done them already, it’s time to make a plan so your taxes are done on time and correctly. As small business owners, taxes can be so confusing – it’s not nearly as straightforward as a W-2 job. Managing all of your expenses, deductions, […]

Have you ever considered starting a blog for your online business? If you have, that instinct was right. If you’ve been putting it off, this is your sign to get started. There are sooo many AMAZING reasons to blog for your business, no matter WHAT kind of online business you have. Are you working with […]

Oh man, where do I start when it comes to client relationships? The relationships you create with your clients have the ability to really make or break the experience for both of you. As you become a more seasoned business owner, you’ll start to learn the ins and outs of managing your client relationships, but […]

When I started GYST Ventures, I finally felt in control of my own life. Sure, I needed to put in the work to build my business, that’s a given. But I had the ability to choose what my day-to-day looked like and it felt freakin’ awesome. I was so thankful that I managed to jump […]

Now, not all of us are natural-born writers, but today I want to make a case for regular journaling. Journaling is an amazing practice to get into because it offers so many benefits. These benefits can be applied to both your business and your personal life, so it sounds like a win to me! Once […]