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 …
Money Goals
Fall might be crisp and cool for some of y’all – but for others of us (hi from Florida!), it just means lighting a pumpkin candle, blasting “sweater weather” playlists, and pretending we don’t still need the AC! Still, whether the leaves are changing or not, autumn has this undeniable energy. It’s like a fresh …
You know that dream where you work from your laptop, sipping coffee in your pajamas, and magically money shows up in your account? Yeah… turns out that dream is real—just with a dash more hustle and a few tech headaches than my highlight reel lets on! I’m Tara Jacobsen, and I’ve been living the laptop …
Ah, August – the sweet spot between summer’s end and fall’s beginning. The kids are back in school (or, if you’re like me, they’re grown and flown), the house is quieter, and there’s a hint of pumpkin spice in the air. It’s the perfect time to channel that pre-fall energy into some money-making ventures. Whether …
Okay, friend. Let’s say you need to make some money—quick. Not six months from now when your Etsy shop is thriving or your blog starts rolling in ad revenue. I mean this week. Like rent’s due, the car battery just died, and your kid has outgrown yet another pair of shoes! This isn’t about starting …
Ah, July. That glorious month when everyone’s out soaking up the sun, sipping on iced lattes, and not clicking on your blog posts. If you’ve been in the online biz for a hot minute – say, since 2008 like yours truly – you’ve probably noticed the pattern: traffic dips, ad revenue shrinks, and you’re left …
I have a confession: When I first got my hands on a proof copy of The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan, I was horrified (I knew Jay from my time at Keller Williams and he asked if some of us would like an early review copy). At the time, I was running …
Setting up a home office doesn’t have to be expensive. I learned this from my own experience. I wanted a space that was both professional and welcoming, but I didn’t want to spend a lot of money! Through trial and error, I found many money-saving tips. These tips helped me create a stylish and comfortable …
Valentine’s Day usually focuses on romantic love. But what if we celebrated ourselves instead? This year, let’s focus on self love and self care without spending a lot. It’s easy to forget about our own needs in a world that pushes relationships. But, honoring yourself can be very rewarding and won’t cost much. In this …