Thinking about starting your own side business, or even full-time business? Feeling overwhelmed by all that’s involved with owning a business? You’re not alone! And Laura Adams is here to talk about the most important things to consider when being a solopreneur, and how to take small, manageable steps towards being your own boss!
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Get more on this topic with these previous Frugal Friends Podcast episodes:
- Ep 129- How to Make More Money w/ a Side Business
- Ep 85- Side Hustles for People Short on Time
- The Bright Future Bundle – There’s a Mercari selling guide from Nika at Debt Free Gonnabe
Notable Notes:
We asked Laura Adams all about her journey in solopreneurship and tips for others hoping to start their own business:
- Laura tells us about her solopreneur journey
- Tips on where to start if someone wants to begin a side business
- So many people are nervous about starting a side business because they’re scared of incorporating and filing taxes, and all the organization stuff. Laura tells us what’s important and what’s not important when starting out
- For someone who wants to use a side business to leave their job, Laura explains what they should be doing to prepare that exit strategy
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Lightning Round
Knowing now the mistakes you’d make, what’s a word of advice you’d give yourself personally when just starting out.
- Laura- worry less – trust in the process and trust experts to provide support
- Jen- Focus on your ONE Thing
- Jill- find ways to ‘try it out’ before investing big
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Wrap-Up:
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