Solo Business Stories: Healer, licensed massage therapist, educator, advocate, author Jacki Gethner talks about being self-employed early on

A certain independent mindset is needed for the self-employed.  Healer, licensed massage therapist, educator, advocate, author of two books Jacki Gethner had that early on. We got to know Jacki at a recent Solo Business Meetup. What her business does: Healer, educator, advocate, author of two books. She has presented locally, nationally and internationally.  Jacki Read More …

A Tip from Jackie
Money is Just a Tool

There is so much hype and talk and emotion around money in our society that sometimes it is hard to remember that money is a tool. It is energy in a form that can be exchanged for value between disparate items. For example, I can exchange my consulting energy for your sewing energy. Also it Read More …

A Tip from Jackie: Let’s Talk About Focus

Focus is so critical to your financial success that I have made it #1 of my seven basic principles. I know that creatives are interested in so many things. They are attracted to all the new bright changes and advances. They are immediately thinking about how they can use, incorporate, and adapt the new ideas, Read More …

Upcoming events!

Happy Friday everyone! We hope you’re all set to enjoy your weekend—but if you’re already looking forward to next week, we wanted to let you know about two exciting events. Free Symposium at the PCC CLIMB Center On Tuesday April 9th, Jackie will be presenting a FREE Better Smarter Richer symposium at the Portland Community Read More …

How To Ask for Referrals

  How to get a referral.  When you have a happy and satisfying relationship with a client, thank them.  You can say to them:  “I have loved working with you.  Can you help me find more clients just like you?”  This both compliments the client and lets them know you are looking to grow your Read More …

Can YOU Succeed as a Solo or Creative Entrepreneur

For over 35 years I have been advising Creative Entrepreneurs and Solopreneurs in how to make money doing what they love.  There are some that succeed and there are some that do not.  I have found there is a common theme in those that do not succeed.  Do you fall into any of these categories?  Read More …