Tips to Start Your Online Business
This week is the two-year blogiversary for my blog, Financially Blonde, and I am so thankful that I took the leap and put myself into the online world because it has changed my life for the better in so many ways. I frequently encourage clients and friends who are thinking about taking on a side hustle or finding a new career to think about starting an online business. So in honor of my blogiversary and to inspire someone looking for a change, today I am talking to Emily Thompson, co-founder of the podcast Being Boss about tips and best practices for anyone who is thinking about an online career path.
What are we drinking?
Emily - Gin and Tonic
Shannon - Gin and Tonic
Podcast Notes
Emily discusses how she and her partner Kathleen came up with the idea of Being Boss and how they are helping creative entrepreneurs thrive in their online businesses
Emily started her her online career with an Etsy storefront, but has been working primarily on her web design and development business, Indie Shopography
Emily met Kathleen through blogging and Kathleen's primary company is Braid Creative
Emily talks about why online businesses make sense
Emily's mantra is "test and change" and she believes there is no better way than to test and change a new business than doing it online
Shannon asks Emily how people who are new to the online business space can break through the noise and be heard
Emily likes Facebook groups as a way to grow your business and get known as a subject matter expert
Shannon and Emily both talk about the importance of community and building a tribe to help grow your online business
Emily shares her thoughts on social media tools for growing your online business
Random Three Questions:
Who is the best boss you've ever had?
What is your favorite television show past or present?
Are you an indoors personality or an outdoors personality?
Do you have any online businesses?
What tips do you have for starting one?