Clarity Expert
Hi Jill, I am somewhat drawn to your question because of my own experience. Seems to me that you are the type of person who wants to raise your son as a hard working man. The type of man who doesn't take shortcuts. And that's it, tell him exactly that. Depending on how old he is, your first instinct might be to reprimand him and tell him that he is wrong. Rather, ask him questions that make him think about his choice of action. Questions that lead him to know what the repercussions of his actions are. Not only now, but in the near future too. Take some time out to sit with him tell him what resonates with you: 1. I know and trust you, and this feels like it is not you 2. Whatever effort you put into something, shows you exactly what you are made of, and how you can get better. I know that these are examples of what you may stand for. Your son needs to trust that his efforts are good enough and that if they don't meet his expectations, he can learn how to do things in a way that gets him his desired results and still remain true to himself and his values. Scope out some great tutorials even on YouTube that teach him how to concentrate or study, in a way that suits him and his interests. Remember, everything is much easier now. You can scope out some videos for yourself as well, that give you tips on how to support him and boost his self confidence. Your goal is to be the support structure that ensures that he believes in himself and his ability to work towards himself. If this sounds like the route you would like to take with him, please do reach out to me for a call.
Entrepreneur & Retired Marketing Mad Man™
I am a big fan of UpWork and codementor dot io Each offers a different approach to helping customers get coding done. Also, consider fiverr dot com if you have tools or solutions that you can package and sell.
Marketing Strategy
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Agile Transformation Coach | Program Manager
There are Pros and Cons for both the approaches . Build vs Buy is always a decision that requires considerable moderation I am assuming that you are just starting your business , so with this assumption the following pointers may help a) what is the value add you bring with your job board b) what is the differential your job board will bring as compared to other job boards in the market So you have to weigh in against the following for Buy / reuse : no maintenance, can avail support , to some extent less effort and hence less cost but then you will have a generic job board , duplicate of other job boards For Build : Specific to your values,unique to represent your differential cons: maintenance, support, cost and may be time to market we can discuss this in detail if you like
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
First of all, the fact that you are talking about market validation is great. I've seen so many startups invest time and money, only to find that no ones wants/needs their product, or that they only want a certain aspect of it (whilst the startup spent money developing a whole bunch of other features), or that they aren't willing to pay the requested price. So you're already one step ahead. Also, the sooner you validate your product, the better! That said, the version you are validating needs to be representative of the end product, or else the validation isn't reliable. So, how should you validate it? The best way, is to see whether people are willing to pay for your product/service (in some cases, other actions may be considered a conversion for the validation stage). This is how you find that out: 1. Create a business model canvas (which is what all startups should start with before creating a business plan), 2. Setup a Wix or Wordpress website (this can be done for free / very low costs) or if your venture is a mobile app, then create what’s called a Clickable Prototype (“CP”) (a visual of the app in which the images change when you click – you can do so using the Apple Keynote tool or Microsoft PowerPoint). On the website, or the download page for the ‘app’ include the price of the product/service, and enable people to order/use it (YES, even if it doesn't really work/exist yet!). I am happy to explain how this can be done whilst still being fair to your potential customers (the people who click the "buy/download” button). 3. Determine your target market/customers. 4. Spend a small amount (say $100 - depending on your budget) validating the idea (promoting the product/service that you listed in the previous stage). This way, after only spending a very small amount, you will be able to know (if you did it right): a. Do people like your product/service b. Do people want/need your product (not the same as 'a'). c. Are people willing to pay for your product? (this being the most important stage) d. How much are they willing to pay? (you can check this by having 2-3 landing pages with different prices on each). 2 last important points: a) In order to rule out external factors like an unattractive landing page or advertising campaign, and assuming you have the time, create multiple landing pages / advertising campaigns, with different designs. b) During the above process, don't forget to check how much it costs you to get each user/customer to click the "buy" button. If for example each click on your promotion/advertisement costs you $2, and only every 10 people who click go on to the "buy" page - that means each sale is costing you $20. Then check what your average profit per sale is, and then you'll know if your service/product is worth pursuing (obviously there are additional factors like return customers, referrals etc, but you will get a good estimated/validation of the idea/business). I’ve successfully helped over 300 entrepreneurs and I’d be happy to help you. Doing validation correctly can save you a lot of time and money. Before the call, and in order to make the best of your time, please send me more information about your product/service and your target market. Best of luck!
Business Ideas
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Excellent Aftersales service practitioner
Facebook groups especially those skewed towards health issues.
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
This is an important question. Knowing when to stop is just as important as knowing when to not give up (it allows you to to save your time, money and efforts for other projects which may be more lucrative/profitable). That said, anyone who actually gives you an answer without taking a look at your website and analyzing it, shouldn't call themselves an expert. So if you want a proper answer - please send me the link. I will give you my bullet answer for free. Additional advice and insights will require a call. I've successfully helped over 300 entrepreneurs, startups and businesses, and I would be happy to help you. After scheduling a call, please send me some background information so that I can prepare in advance - thus giving you maximum value for your money. Take a look at the great reviews I’ve received: https://clarity.fm/assafben-david
Co-founder & Director at Epixel MLM Software
Crypto trading platforms choose white label exchanges because it provides them several advantages such as faster launches, lower costs, and lesser risks. Designing and developing software from scratch requires a lot of engineering efforts. Alternatively, buying a trusted white-labeled exchange saves more resources and time. The modules are already developed by experts and eliminates the need for having in-depth technical expertise or experience. This is a highly beneficial practice followed by major trading platforms and is gaining huge adoptions. There are several cryptocurrency exchange development agencies that offer sophisticated exchange platforms with advanced features and high-end security. These platforms are easily customizable and can be facilitated to integrate changes without interfering with the technical infrastructure. They can be centralized, decentralized, P2P, or hybrid. It can be a fiat-to-crypto exchange or crypto-to-crypto exchange. They also integrate several payment processors and wallets. The core of white-labeled exchange solutions is market-ready. All you have to do is install, configure, and deploy the exchange in your platform. You can read more information from https://www.epixelmlmsoftware.com/cryptocurrency-exchange-software
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
This is a common problem. Here are some solutions (some more obvious and some less): 1. Make sure you hire skilled workers. This can be done by using service providers who you reached through recommendations (preferably from people that you know) and if you don't have any other choice: then based on reviews from freelancers websites (anything less than 5 stars usually means there was an issue with that service provider, but don't only check the star ratings, check the verbal reviews people left as well). 2. Structure the compensation in a layered way: a. small down payment (only if required) b. payments only after completion of each stage (completion = you've reviewed it and find it satisfactory). Always leave at least 30% for the end - which you only pay after you've reviewed and confirmed that everything is 100%. I even advise leaving another 10% for at least 1-3 months after the project has been completed - this isn't always possible - it depends how big the project is. c. Bonuses: if each section/the final project was done wit no mistakes (what you called "attention to details") they get a bonus. If there were mistakes, they 'only' get the original payment. 3. Be very specific with what you want in the document that you provide them and ask them to highlight (in green) each item once completed. 4. Test their work on a small project before giving them the big/main one. Preferably something that requires attention to details. 5. Sign a service provider agreement (I can draft this for you) which clearly defines the work done and more importantly, protects your IP (intellectual property). I can give you some recommendations if I know what type of product/service it is. Good luck I've successfully helped over 300 entrepreneurs, startups and businesses, and I would be happy to help you. After scheduling a call, please send me some background information so that I can prepare in advance - thus giving you maximum value for your money. Take a look at the great reviews I’ve received: https://clarity.fm/assafben-david
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
as much as you feel that you're providing value. Too little with cause people to under-value your time, too much will deter people who don't have enough money for an expensive call. Good luck and welcome to the platform.
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
It's great that you're trying to help as many people as possible, well done. From a pricing point of view - price does effect how value is perceived (this is a proven and researched fact). So I would select a slightly higher rate that $1. Good luck
International Tax Attorney and U.S. CPA
If the LLC continues to be a disregarded entity, and you as the sole owner continue to be a nonresident alien for U.S. tax purposes, then you won't be able to get a U.S. tax residency certificate. If you file an election for the LLC to be taxed as a C corporation, then the LLC will be a regarded entity for U.S. tax purposes, and will qualify as a U.S. tax resident. Once you file the election you can go ahead and complete Form 8802 to obtain the residency certificate, if needed.
Certified Food Scientist & Microbiologist
Try mixing the essential oils with the salt or colorant and water before adding to the baking soda or citric acid. If that doesn't work, then you may need to tweak formulation. I am happy to chat by phone through the site if that helps.
Startup Consulting
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3-time TEDx speaker. Nonprofit Guru. $40M+ raised.
This is hard to answer without seeing your current title; I have wondered this about my own titles, but I tried to make them the same search terms that my prospective callers would be entering. This unfortunately makes them boring, but I do not think this is an opportunity for intrigue. I suppose you could consider a clickbait type strategy (e.g. "My Top 7 Secrets to Doubling Revenues for a Service Business"), but that might seem hokey. Then again … it might work. Perhaps try it out for 3 months, and then compare that period to the prior one?
Content Strategist & Organic Marketing Coach
As someone who started out as a social media manager, moved up into higher-level content marketing strategy, AND hired SM help in the past... I have PLENTY of experience in this arena. 1. Bravo for understanding the importance of strategy before creation & distribution. So many business owners want to delegate their SM work to a cheap assistant before actually putting a plan in place. It never works out in their favor. 2. Do you have an established brand identity, voice, and core message in place? What about an ideal client persona? The more in depth you are with these guidelines, the easier it will be stay on track with your content topics & goals. 3. How will your social media content feed into your overall sales funnel? Most people will say that Instagram and Facebook are top of the funnel initiatives, but I close the majority of my sales on social media so that's something to keep in mind. 4. How lucrative are each of those platforms for your business? Maybe you need to cut it down to 2 or 3 social media platforms and really hone in on those audiences. Less is more in some (actually, most) cases. It's really all about narrowing down your options and zeroing in on what WORKS FOR YOU. There's no one-size-fits-all marketing plan. If you'd like to book a call, I'd love to discuss the possibilities for your social media marketing strategy. Hope this helps!
Technology-based startup founder
When you say "2 platform app" are you referring to a multi-sided platform? or specifically a 2 sided marketplace? Like Uber that has a driver and a passenger? If this is the case I recommend you reading about multisided platforms — https://www.amazon.com.br/Matchmakers-New-Economics-Multisided-Platforms/dp/1633691721. Once you read it I will be glad to talk with you with this VIP link https://clarity.fm/mgalli/crack806-multisided but keep in mind I am not an expert, just a leaner too that can offer some little help.
https://coldeyes-engineering.com/
Without additional information, it's hard to provide any input as far as what you should expect. The first question I would be asking is "what impact does this product launch have on the community?" PR is about the specific area you are targeting, as opposed to general marketing which can cover much larger geographic areas. Is this product made in your local area? Does it echo some value of the community? Or is it something that meets a specific need of the community? All of these aspects can lead to higher conversion rates for those within the area, which you can then quantify against the cost. As far as cost, I'm again going to have to say that there isn't enough information provided. In some cases, PR can be free. Just providing the story to local journalists can be a decent start. In other cases, you're paying membership fees for the local chamber of commerce, etc. Sorry I can't give you more detailed information without knowing more about your product and community. Feel free to reach out for a follow up call.
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
Depends on your budget. Israel - highest quality but expensive. Ukraine - good quality and fairly cheap. India - decent quality and cheap. * Obviously the above is a generalization - in each country in the world there are amazing and high quality people. I have connections in all 3 of the above countries. Let me know if you need assistance with any projects. I've successfully helped over 300 entrepreneurs, startups and businesses, and I would be happy to help you. After scheduling a call, please send me some background information so that I can prepare in advance - thus giving you maximum value for your money. Take a look at the great reviews I’ve received: https://clarity.fm/assafben-david
Entrepreneur. CMS & membership website expert.
As every membership site is unique in its needs & requirements, it's a hard question to answer with one plugin. I would start with Paid Memberships Pro (which is free) and consider alternatives based on your site's needs.
International Tax Attorney and U.S. CPA
There are several states in the U.S. that will allow you to form an LLC or corporation without having to disclose the beneficial owners of the entity. Wyoming, Delaware and Nevada are the most popular jurisdictions when it comes to privacy protections. Wyoming, for example, has a public database that will show the LLC is formed and validly existing under Wyoming law, but the register doesn't publish your information as the owner. You don't even have to provide this information to Wyoming. These protections shield your identify from the public and state, but not so much with the IRS and other tax authorities. If the LLC was a single member LLC, you would still need to disclose your ownership on a Schedule C attached to your Form 1040. So, the IRS knows you own it. If you form a Wyoming Corporation, the corporation is required to file an annual Form 1120. On Schedule K and G of the Form 1120, you're required to disclose the beneficial owners of anyone that owns directly 20% or more of the company.
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
PR will help with sales, but also improve conversion. Marketing should (if done right) increase sales regardless of PR (if landing pages are done right). I've successfully helped over 300 entrepreneurs, startups and businesses, and I would be happy to help you. After scheduling a call, please send me some background information so that I can prepare in advance - thus giving you maximum value for your money. Take a look at the great reviews I’ve received: https://clarity.fm/assafben-david Good luck
Mentor, Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Public Speaker
1. It's a nice idea - very similar to Houzz and a few other existing platforms - so you would need to find more of a niche. In order to tell you if it's viable, I/you would need to know how you intend on bringing traffic, what your conversion rate will be (visitor to buyer), how much it costs you to bring each transactions/buyer, how many transactions you'll have per day/month and how much each transaction is worth. I can help you with all of the above if you need. 2. E-commerce site I've successfully helped over 300 entrepreneurs, startups and businesses, and I would be happy to help you. After scheduling a call, please send me some background information so that I can prepare in advance - thus giving you maximum value for your money. Take a look at the great reviews I’ve received: https://clarity.fm/assafben-david Good luck
I am a medicall student and teach lessons online
I actually don't your learning style but I myself found an app called sololearn that can teach anyone python as first as possible, it gives an ordered step by step if it works tell us, it worked for everyone I told it so far.
Real Estate Development
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https://coldeyes-engineering.com/
This is a great question. One of my associates works for a software company that is deploying an "in-house" solution for a major cement provider. The client had previously been working with commercial solution but quickly determined that a customized solution was more appropriate for their needs. As I'm sure you've seen from a quick Google search, Tenna, Linxup, Verizon, CloudHawk, and Asset Panda are all fairly well regarded. In your case, I think we would need to discuss the number of assets to be tracked, what preferences you have for tracking technology, and what additional information needs to be provided (since you had mentioned processes). From here, I'd be happy to do a commercial bid evaluation of existing solutions, as well as point you towards the costs of developing a customized solution built specifically for your solution. Please let me know if I can help. Thanks, Jeremy Katusak, P.E.
Business Development
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Sales Management Specialist
Typically I use Dun & Bradstreet (https://www.dnb.com/) for vendor or customer credit lookup. They have good customer service and very accurate information.