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Busyness. A Deceptive Alternative to Critically Important Work?

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Busyness is defined as the state or condition of having a great deal to do. On the surface, that doesn’t necessarily sound like a bad thing. But, let’s dig a little deeper into the causes of busyness.

Insights into the causes of busyness can be found in its synonyms, which include descriptions like time-starved, overworked, swamped, bustling, over scheduled and over committed. Sometimes, we talk about busyness by saying “not enough time in the day” or “my to-do list is overwhelming.” [Read more…] about Busyness. A Deceptive Alternative to Critically Important Work?

How to Buy Your First Investment Property

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When people learn I’m a real estate investor, how to buy their first investment property is one of the first questions they often ask. When I open up my Instagram stories to questions, I receive dozens of variations of this question. I think this is because getting started is the hardest part of the investment process. After that, momentum takes over.

I’ll admit, it’s enticing to think about getting into the real estate game, buying one investment property after another, and watching your real estate empire grow. But, we all have to start somewhere, right? [Read more…] about How to Buy Your First Investment Property

How to Make More Money? Here’s A Proven Plan

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Want to make more money? Get paid more at your job? And achieve financial freedom?

I get asked this question all the time when I share personal finance tips on Instagram, so here’s the unfiltered truth. [Read more…] about How to Make More Money? Here’s A Proven Plan

Steps to Forming an LLC in 30 Minutes or Less (Without a Lawyer)

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While you were probably misled to believe that  forming an LLC was complicated, it’s actually very easy to do. Did you know that nearly half of all Americans own or work for a small business? And, if you’re one of the millions of people who own their own business, you have a lot of decisions to make.

What’s the best way to organize all of my receipts? How do I find good employees? The challenges of owning your own small business can be overwhelming at times.

One of the biggest challenges small business owners face is when and how to file for an LLC. Turning your small side project into a legal entity such as an LLC is a big step, but a necessary one, if your business is growing fast or you want to add a layer of legal protection.

In this article, we’ll discuss the eight steps to forming an LLC, so you can rest assured that you know how to handle the situation. Of course, there are other legal entities you could consider too, so check with a legal adviser if you’d prefer to form an S Corp, C Corp, or Non-Profit instead.

Now then, let’s get started!

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How to Become a Better Negotiator, Immediately (9 Tactical Tips)

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While many people are intimated by negotiating on a major purchase, such as a new car, house, or salary increase, there are simple and straight-forward techniques for how to become a better negotiator immediately.

Negotiating is one of the more intimidating activities for an entrepreneur, but becoming a more effective one can empower you in all walks of life – from negotiating a raise to making more sales at higher price points. The best negotiations will have both parties walking away happy.

How to Become a Better Negotiator

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