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The Real Reason to Be Your Own Boss

When it comes down to it, the real reason I’m my own boss is because of salad. Let me explain . . . Back in 2010, I was a book editor working in an enormous skyscraper in downtown Chicago. I wore a suit every day, strutted around in high heels, and felt oh-so-business-y and professional.…

How to Take Fridays Off Forever

I remember how exciting it was as a kid to get an unexpected Friday off. Maybe it was a teacher planning day or a holiday, but we had been blessed with a 3-day weekend and that meant time to sleep in and watch “The Price Is Right” in my jammies. As an adult, my old…

Why You Should Never Have a Plan B

Imagine your dream life . . . Feeling good about yourself, surrounded by supportive friends, earning money for doing what you love. Pretty amazing, right? But why do so many of us have a “backup” choice in case we don’t reach our goals and get what we really want? When I work with a coaching…

Why You Should Be the Breadwinner In Your Family

One of the best parts of running your own business is that you don’t have to follow the old rules. You chose your products. You choose your work hours. And most importantly, you choose your prices. I was beyond happy to throw off the shackles from my old corporate career. No more begging for raises.…

You Asked for It! Multi-Payment Plans Now Available for Goodbye 9-to5

What a delightful way to start my Monday by seeing that there are now more than 6000 subscribers to my YouTube channel! THANK YOU for subscribing! I have tons of fun making my videos, and it’s wonderful to see that my content is connecting with all of you. Please let me know if you have suggestions for…

Editor’s Notebook 272

The Editor’s Notebook is my place to share the things I’m loving this week and other random links that have caught my eye. Enjoy! What I’m Loving This Week Book I’m currently reading: Step into spooky season with short and sweet ghost stories. How To Stay Motivated – The Locus Rule. Here’s how to really…

Did Someone Order a Fresh Start? Why Mondays Are Awesome

Mondays have always been my favorite day of the week. There’s nothing like a fresh start, a bright beginning, or as my kindred spirit Anne of Green Gables says, “a new day with no mistakes in it . . . yet.” I was born on a Monday (back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth), so maybe that’s…