Online business and marketing lessons from what's working out there, researched and handed to you every Thursday.
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Iām a big fan of HubSpotās blog, and while scrolling, I saw their 2024 Entrepreneurship Trends Report. What I highlighted was that, according to their survey, 70% of entrepreneurs started their businesses because they wanted to change their career or lifestyle. And even 45% of people became entrepreneurs because they wanted to be their own boss or escape the 9-5. Interesting stats, right? Indeed, almost everyone who reads this newsletter has that dream: being your own boss, building something meaningful, or creating a life of financial freedom. You might also want to start a business, or maybe youāre trying but arenāt sure what to do, where to find good ideas or even what steps to take. I think itās completely normal to feel unsure about your next move, but you can still find helpful resources to guide you. And one great learning tool that many people donāt think about is podcasts. Yes, podcasts are so powerful because:
So if youāre looking for such knowledge, motivation, inspiration, or maybe learning from stories, podcasts can be a great companion. But hereās something even more important: which ones are worth listening to? Well, I did some research and found some amazing podcasts for entrepreneurs, including ones Iām already listening to. š” Quick Tip: Take notes while listening to these podcasts! Use your phoneās Notes app to write down:
This simple habit will help you remember the best advice and create your own guide for starting a businessā¦ Cheers, Minosh. |
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Online business and marketing lessons from what's working out there, researched and handed to you every Thursday.
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