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Starting a Business

How to Start a Candy Vending Machine Business

Most of us remember the joy of inserting a quarter into a candy vending machine, turning the lever, and catching a delicious surprise! In fact, my very first business when I was ten years old was something quite similar: gumball machines! What excites me the most about candy vending machines is that you have more options. If one candy isn’t…

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Pet Sitting Business, Starting a Business

Starting a Pet Sitting Business is a Great Idea (10 Reasons!)

In a world where pets are cherished family members, the demand for professional pet-sitting services has surged. Embarking on a pet-sitting business venture can be a journey that blends passion with profit. This burgeoning industry offers many benefits, from flexible schedules to low startup costs. If you’ve ever dreamed of a career that revolves around cuddly companions and wagging tails,…

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Gumball Machine Business, Starting a Business

What to Put in a Gumball Machine to Make Money

When it comes to owning a gumball machine, the question of “what to put in a gumball machine” is a pivotal one. The items you choose to fill your colorful, coin-operated dispenser can significantly impact its profitability. I played around with placing many different things in my gumball machine, which is one reason why I think I had higher-than-average earnings!…

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Business Skills, Project Management, Starting a Business

Google Project Management Certificate Salary Results

In this post, I will share information about how Google’s Project Management Certificate can have a positive impact on your salary. You’ll find useful information on how much project managers make on average as well as how much Google estimates you will be able to make with their certificate. If you read all the way to the bottom, I’ll even…

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Business Skills, Project Management, Starting a Business

Is Google’s Project Management Certificate Worth It?

A little over a year ago I passed Google’s Project Management Certificate on Coursera and it was definitely worth it. It can definitely be time-consuming to obtain this certificate. You will want to make sure that it is worth your time, energy, and money. In this post, I will share 5 benefits I received that made this certificate worth pursuing.…

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Starting a Business

Read This If You Are Scared To Start A Business

Embarking on the journey of starting a business might seem daunting at first glance. However, armed with a well-structured strategy, this endeavor can be more approachable than you think. In the following post, I’ll share some of the apprehensions that often challenge aspiring entrepreneurs. I’ll also share 7 things you can do to overcome your fear of starting a business!…

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Goal Setting, Investing, Making Money, Property Investing, Saving Money, Starting a Business, Tips

10 Examples of Financial Goals and How to Achieve Them

This post shares examples of financial goals and helps you find ways to achieve them! Financial goals provide a clear roadmap for your financial journey, enabling you to make informed decisions, establish healthy habits, and track your progress along the way. They serve as beacons of motivation, empowering you to take control of your finances, build wealth, and secure a…

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Making Money, Starting a Business

9 Businesses to start with $1k, $2k, $5k

Most people believe that starting a business costs a fortune, which is why many think they can’t start their own business without a large budget. However, that’s not always the case, as there are a lot of different businesses you can start with just a couple of thousands of dollars. If you’re looking to become an entrepreneur, you can start…

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Freelancing, Making Money, Starting a Business, Upwork

Freelancing vs. Entrepreneurship: How to Get Started

Making the decision between freelancing vs. entrepreneurship is not always an easy choice. There are pros and cons to both options, and it can be difficult to decide which path is right for you. In this blog post, we will discuss the differences between freelancing and entrepreneurship, and help you decide which route is best for you. Freelancing vs. Entrepreneurship:…

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Starting a Business, Tips

15 Important Skills for Business Owners

There are many important skills business owners should know and continually work on. Developing new skills and refining old ones is perhaps one of the most important business investments you will make. You may have some of these skills already, but you will find that a successful business owner needs to reach some level of proficiency in almost all of…

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Kat's Story, Starting a Business

The Road to Rucker Sales Consulting

Many of you have been following my blog for the last several months and have watched me document my journey of starting my sales consulting business at 24 and have watched me build my sales consulting business over the course of 2020.  From July to December of 2020, I was able to make over $20,000 as a sales consultant. At most,…

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Kat's Story, Starting a Business

Building a Business at 25

Building a business at 25 takes much more effort than starting a business at 24! It has been one year since I started my sales consulting company and it is safe to say that it is starting to take on a life of its own. I never expected that I would be working for myself full time in 2020, much…

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