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the 3 best things I did for my business in 2010
Read more: the 3 best things I did for my business in 20102010 was a good year for my business on many levels. Not only did I make more money than I have in any other year, but I ended the year feeling confident about the direction my business is headed in. But that didn’t happen by accident. In 2010, I made some key strategic and mental…
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what are your goals for 2011?
Read more: what are your goals for 2011?It’s a new year, and that means you’ve probably set some goals for where you want your business to go in 2011. I know I have. Setting goals is important, but your goals can only take you so far without a plan of attack. And I want to help. I want to make sure I’m…
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thanks for a great first year!
Read more: thanks for a great first year!Last week, I officially passed the one year mark for Crafting an MBA. It’s been an amazing year. I had no idea when I started this blog what the reaction would be, or that there was so much of a need. And so I want to say THANK YOU for all your support, for reading,…
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how to make the most of your fourth quarter profits
Read more: how to make the most of your fourth quarter profitsIf you’re like most makers I know, the last few months of the year can mean an increase in sales and a nice little cash cushion for your business. After all, the fourth quarter is when most retail based businesses traditionally turn a profit for the year. But how you spend this extra cash can…
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business buzz 12-18-10
Read more: business buzz 12-18-10A weekly roundup of craft, design, and business related news and links. The Art of the Sale – 5 Essential Elements for Success – Even if you never put your work on sale, you should consider these five tips next time you decide to hold a promotion (or sale!) 19 Entrepreneur Blogs That Will Change…
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using etsy's circles and activity feeds to research your ideal customer
Read more: using etsy's circles and activity feeds to research your ideal customerThe idea behind Etsy’s new circles and activity feed features is pretty straight forward – to keep tabs on your friends or people whose work you admire. These features greatly enhance the social capabilities of Etsy and can make shopping more fun. But how, as a seller, can you use these features to your advantage?…