Tara Jacobsen

I love marketing and thinking of great ways to help people get more oomph for their efforts. Whether you want to know about niche marketing or branding or recommended vendors, stop back often to see some great ideas!

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Let me take you back to the bad old days. I used to do CMAs like a cavewoman – literally printing out MLS sheets, squinting at pixelated maps, and driving around neighborhoods hoping my gut instinct was good enough to help a client price their home right. It was chaos! And don’t get me started …

If you’ve ever felt like you’re just getting into fall and suddenly Christmas explodes all over your feed—girl, SAME! As a proud Seasonal Queen, I’ve been there. But after years of riding the waves of seasonal traffic, here’s the hard truth: if you’re marketing Christmas in November, you’ve already missed half the sleigh ride! Seasonal …

Let’s face it—some hobbies cost a fortune (we see you, gourmet cheese board collectors), but others? They sneak up and start paying the bills. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your passions into profit, I’m here to spill the beans. From snapping pics to baking bread, these everyday hobbies have real moneymaking magic. Bonus? …

Ready to turn your love for crafting into actual income without becoming a full-time sales rep for your own work? You’re in the right place! Whether you’re making macrame plant hangers, adorable felt critters, or dazzling resin art, you can earn money from your creativity—without hawking your wares 24/7. Yep, even if the idea of …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way real estate agents approach social media marketing—but with great tech comes great responsibility! If you’re a real estate professional looking to streamline your content creation, attract your ideal clients, and stay compliant with the NAR Code of Ethics, this guide is for you. Here are 11 smart, ethical …

If you’re a creative or crafter with a sparkly imagination and a home office that smells like Mod Podge and ambition, then THIS list is your new BFF. You’ve already got the talent and the drive—now it’s time to channel that magic into something that earns you money not just once, but again and again. …

Feeling the summer slowdown in your wallet? Girl, same! But August doesn’t have to be the awkward in-between month when your income takes a vacation. It’s actually the PERFECT time to hustle smart, get creative, and line those pockets before Q4 hits like a freight train. Whether you’re crafty, chatty, techy, or just ready to …

So you’re sitting at your kitchen table, coffee in one hand, phone in the other, scrolling past post after post of someone who seems to already be doing EXACTLY what you had in mind. Sound familiar? That deflating little voice in your head says, “Why bother? It’s all been done!” But here’s the deal, my …

Ever find yourself sitting at your desk, staring at a folder full of Canva templates, worksheets, or planners you’ve created over the years and thinking, “There HAS to be a way to make money from this?” Well, friend, the answer is a loud, resounding YES! If you’re a woman with experience – whether in business, …