Would love to set up a Zoom for us to get to know each other and share war stories ...anyone interested? My email is Jennifer@Learngistics.com hope we could do something in early November...?

Does anyone have a good DIY website design tool that you’ve used in the past? I have a friend who is looking to launch a crafting business for her quilting. She doesn’t want to spend an arm & leg to create a website.

Good morning fellow Fractionals! Can you help me out? New Mexico Boy Scouts are having a Popcorn Challenge Lovington Boy Scout Troop has challenged Artesia to see which troop can sell popcorn to all 50 states. Will you help us bring Artesia to victory? Order Online directly from my Scout and your popcorn will be shipped directly to you! It is super simple… You can use this link to order directly from Hagan Crockett https://www.trails-end.com/store/scout/RP5L6E4I?share=XMX21XQ6 All proceeds go to help the Scouts of Troop 228 as they prepare for their trip to Philmont Ranch and Summer Camp.

If you’re looking for LinkedIn profile and messaging help, reach out to @Renée Cormier! I just participated in her class and it was great. Learnt a few new things will simplify my LinkedIn strategy.

Why do some business owners feel compelled to spend money on things to make their business successful, when they don't actually need them? I've seen it over and over again in business and I'll admit that in the early days, I've comitted a few spending mistakes myself. I thought I'd leverage that experience to educate my readers to rethink where they spend their money. Five Common Mistakes: 1. Overspending on Tools and Software - Waste: New business owners often purchase expensive tools, software, or premium services that they don’t need right away. Experienced owners may continue paying for unused subscriptions. - What to do instead: Start with free or low-cost alternatives until you know what your business truly requires. Regularly audit your software subscriptions and eliminate what you don’t use. Never pay a full year subscrition in advance unless you have been using the service for several months and know that it does everything you need it to do. You usually can't get a refund in a 2. Inefficient Marketing Spend - Waste: Many business owners, both new and experienced, overspend on ads that don’t yield a good return or hire marketing agencies without a clear strategy. - What to do instead: Focus on intent-based marketing by targeting a specific audience and track your ROI consistently. Start small with ads and scale only when you see positive results. 3. Hiring Too Quickly or Inefficiently - Waste: Rushing to hire too many people or bringing in the wrong talent is costly in salary and lost productivity. - What to do instead: Outsource or hire fractional executives to cover essential roles. Fractionals offer specialized expertise without the commitment of full-time employment. 4. Investing in Flashy Office Spaces - Waste: New businesses often splurge on expensive office spaces or excessive office décor when it’s not necessary, and established businesses may keep paying for large spaces that aren't fully utilized. - What to do instead: Consider co-working spaces, or operate remotely if possible. Focus on creating an efficient and productive environment rather than an expensive one.