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National Small Business Month

We’ve got you: Free and low-cost resources for small business owners

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9 ways to prevent chargebacks before they happen

Woman determining her sales-qualified leads

How to use sales-qualified leads for small business sales

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How to accept payments online in 5 steps

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What to look for in invoicing software for your small business

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What is the best payment processor for small business transactions?

Retainer agreement

Understanding retainer fees and how to use them

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How to write a service proposal

Self discovery + knowing your worth

How I made a quarter million dollars in the creator economy with multiple revenue streams

How using AI in business can help you grow

Invest in your future as an independent business owner

Mary Catherine Wickham

See how this photographer makes six figures using HoneyBook

DaSilva Life HoneyBook Pro Services

Case study: HoneyBook Pro saves a venue 20 hours each month with automations

Case study: This photographer saves 8 hours each week scheduling with clients

Case study: How this florist scaled up her business reputation, pricing, and more

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5 relationship development strategies for business owners

Natalie Franke speaks to independent business owners about clientflow.

From the pros: 2023 trend forecast for independent businesses

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How to plan meetings for better client outcomes: 7 tips

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When to schedule in-person meetings vs. virtual

Woman entering credit card information on a laptop

9 ways to prevent chargebacks before they happen

a woman sitting on the floor on her laptop

How to accept payments online in 5 steps

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What is a transaction fee, and why is it necessary?

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5 reasons to stop using Venmo for business transactions

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What is HoneyBook used for? 4 Examples for different independent businesses

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How to use HoneyBook invoices to increase your revenue

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5 HoneyBook integrations you should be using

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Why HoneyBook is the best CRM for event planners

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A new look for HoneyBook: why we rebranded

HoneyBook Scheduler

Customize your scheduling process with the new HoneyBook Scheduler

HoneyBook 2022 Year in Review

HoneyBook’s 2022 year in review

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Automate your booking process with these HoneyBook updates

Woman determining her sales-qualified leads

How to use sales-qualified leads for small business sales

Understanding your primary logo, secondary logo, and more brand files

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Are podcasts worth it? Evaluating the ROI of being a podcast guest

Business owner speaking to an ideal client

How to identify your ideal client

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How to set (and achieve) C.L.E.A.R goals

Photographer looks at creative pictures they took.

Kicking creative burnout to the curb in 2023

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Gamechanger: How to delegate tasks in your independent business

CEO contemplates next move.

Your independent C-suite: A guide to roles in your independent business

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Self Discovery + Knowing Your Worth (Arielle Estoria)

Self Discovery + Knowing Your Worth (Arielle Estoria)

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How I Made $300,000+ Last Year in the Creator Economy (Jay Clouse)

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Utilizing AI to GROW Your Business (Dawn Richardson)

Utilizing AI to GROW Your Business (Dawn Richardson)

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Investing in Your Future as an Independent Business Owner (Ankur Nagpal & Jess Catorc)

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When we talk about the science of self-made succes

When we talk about the science of self-made success, it’s not just about sales, marketing, and data analytics. There are also the things that are more difficult to quantify—the human being behind the business.

That’s what we’re exploring this week on the Independent Business Podcast with poet, author, and actor @arielleestoria.

Arielle speaks candidly about the grueling process of writing her book “The Unfolding: An Invitation to Come Home” and shares what it taught her about knowing your worth, staying inspired as an independent business owner, and discovering who you’re meant to be.

This powerful conversation will leave you feeling uplifted and ready to embark on your own journey of self-discovery and success. ✨

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But in reality, you said, “No problem at all!”

But in reality, you said, “No problem at all!” and spent hours trying to edit out a hair tie on your client’s wrist. 😁👍️ @anissadphotography

While we have your attention, photographers: when’s the last time you reevaluated your prices?

We understand that changing your rates can be intimidating, but considering the rising costs of materials, equipment, and business expenses, it’s more important than ever to ensure you’re keeping up with the changing economic landscape and looking after your business’s financial health.

Not sure where to start? We’ve got just the thing to help. 👇️

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