August 28, 2024
Starting a business can be overwhelming, and having practical, actionable advice can make the journey less daunting and more successful. Sylvia’s passion for helping others grow their businesses shines through, offering valuable support to those in their first years of entrepreneurship.
9 Things I’d Tell My Sister If She Was Starting a Business
Date: August 28, 2024
Podcast Title: Wide Open – A Business & Marketing Podcast for Photographers & Creatives
Episode 08: 9 Things I’d Tell My Sister If She Was Starting a Business
Episode 08 Description: Business Beginner Tips for Starting a Business
Starting a business can be overwhelming, and having practical, actionable advice can make the journey less daunting and more successful. Sylvia’s passion for helping others grow their businesses shines through, offering valuable support to those in their first years of entrepreneurship.
In this episode, Sylvia shares essential advice for new business owners, drawing from her own experiences and the guidance she’s provided to friends and family. She offers nine key pieces of advice that she would give to her younger sister if she were starting a business.
Topics covered include:
Make It Official: Establish your business as an LLC or sole proprietorship right from the start to create a professional mindset and ensure legal compliance.
Get a Business Bank Account: Separate your personal and business finances for clarity and protection.
Use Affirmations: Implement daily affirmations to boost your confidence and align your mindset with your business goals.
Locate Your Audience: Identify where your target audience hangs out online and focus your efforts there to avoid burnout.
Branding Matters: Develop consistent branding with colors, a logo, and professional photos to present a cohesive and professional image.
Social Media Isn’t Everything: Diversify your marketing strategy beyond social media, including networking, email marketing, and providing a stellar client experience.
Experimentation is Key: The first year is all about trial and error. Pay attention to what resonates with your audience and what drives results.
Being New Doesn’t Make You an Imposter: Embrace the learning process as a sign of growth rather than feeling like a fraud.
I’d Love to Help: Sylvia invites listeners to work with her directly if they’re looking for support and accountability in growing their business.
If you’re in the first two years of your business, take a screenshot of this episode and share it on your Instagram stories. Tag Sylvia at @businesscoachsylvia to receive a follow and some extra support!
About Sylvia VandeSlunt
She’s been an engineer, a brand and marketing manager, a photographer, and a stay-at-home mom, but my one of her favorite things to be is your business coach. Sylvia loves helping small businesses come into their own and nail their online presence.
Sylvia may have had a few different paths, but her convoluted journey has resulted in a fierce understanding of what it takes to run a business that serves your lifestyle. From a no-life engineer managing big egos and tribal knowledge to a stay-at-home mom managing snacks and snot, Sylvia has run the gamut of career options. Your business came to life because you imagined the life it would give you. Let’s get back to that!
Links & Resources
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businesscoachsylvia.com/podcast
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