1. Manage Your Time Effectively. With the world as your oyster, the tremendous amount of flexibility you have can be daunting at times. The key is to develop a schedule. Schedule in all those things you want or need to do: self care, client meetings, work time, business development time. Whatever … [Read more...] about Top 5 Tips For Being A Successful Solopreneur
Client Profile: SharpLine Financial
Client: Rebecca Ray, a Solopreneur {An individual person working on growing a business.} Services: CPA and finance, specializing in small business support. Market: Small business owners who want to outsource their financial needs. Backstory: Rebecca is a financial whiz and a yoga … [Read more...] about Client Profile: SharpLine Financial
Client Profile: Fire Brew Co.
Client: Brian P., a Solopreneur {An individual person working on growing a business.} Product: Artisan, small batch beers Market: Anyone who likes good beer! Backstory: Brian's a firefighter, supported by other first responders and firefighters. Part of the proceeds of his products will go … [Read more...] about Client Profile: Fire Brew Co.
Proctor Arts Fest 2019
It was another great year for Proctor Arts Fest! I've been volunteering my time & talent on this pet project of mine for the past five and a half years. It's a wonderful way to build relationships that strengthen our community. The day before the event, we got to wear our 'Bob The Builder' … [Read more...] about Proctor Arts Fest 2019
The FaceBook Logo Refresh
I'm writing about this because as a logo designer, I was really excited to hear that FaceBook was updating their logo! It was just announced at the Annual Conference, F8. After trying hard to track down the new logo - I was so disappointed. The whole redesign is only a subtle change from the … [Read more...] about The FaceBook Logo Refresh
Logo vs. Brand – What’s The Difference?
What’s the difference between a logo and a brand? A logo is a symbol, image and/or combination of letters that visually represent your business. Most often, it’s a combination of a graphical image combined with the letters that spell out a business name. A brand is much more complex than a logo. … [Read more...] about Logo vs. Brand – What’s The Difference?
The Women’s Business Initiative
I'm super excited to be working with a brilliant group of professional business women (and a few select men) on a new business development project in Tacoma, WA. Currently under development in a local business incubator called RAIN, we're pulling in the expertise of all who are interested. We're … [Read more...] about The Women’s Business Initiative
RedBubble
Waaaaaay back when I was deciding what do with my life, I had a really hard time choosing between graphic design and photography. I ended up choosing graphic design and went to art school for it, but I've always had a soft spot for photography. Over the last few years as my kids have grown into … [Read more...] about RedBubble
Moving From ZenDezignz to “MauraMcMahon.com”
From Business Brand to Personal Brand In the world of branding and business development, moving from one business name to another can be both risky and challenging - you don't want to lose your tribe. And when you're a solo pro, there's an eternal question about using your own name to develop a … [Read more...] about Moving From ZenDezignz to “MauraMcMahon.com”