May 29, 2024

Strengthen through Self-Employment: 3 Unique Benefits You're Guaranteed to Get

May 29, 2024/ Maggie Karshner

Anxieties about starting a business abound. Strategic-thinking folks like you seek to distinguish legitimate fears from illegitimate anxieties. What many don't realize is that the outcome of self-employment is not success. Yes, that could be one of the outcomes, but it's not the only or even the most valuable. As I reflect back from my 10th year in business, I share three key outcomes I see all my clients benefit from. I hope my perspective will help reinforce your confidence. And - for those not yet started - encourage you to launch your business!

March 26, 2024

Worried About Your Refund? The Self-Employed Guide to Federal Taxes

March 26, 2024/ Maggie Karshner

Did you just get blind-sided by self-employment taxes? Or maybe you're early in your entrepreneurial journey and you're afraid of all the taxes you'll have to pay when self-employed. Let's clarify what's going on with self-employed taxes. Then we can make a plan that anticipates your tax liability.

This blog article is for progressive self-employed business owners who want to institute business practices throughout the year that will make tax time less stressful. But who also want to (legally) minimize the amount of tax they have to pay. Read on to better understand how to build a successful business with minimal stress at tax time.

April 27, 2023

Self-Employment and Ethics: How to Use Your Business to Improve the World

April 27, 2023/ Maggie Karshner

A self-employed business is such a small operation, can it really change the world? Your business has more influence than you might imagine at first glance. Let me reveal how your micro-business might be the best tool you have in your fight for social change.

February 14, 2023

Is Starting a Business Worth It? Dare I Say, “Do Your Own Thing”!

February 14, 2023/ Maggie Karshner

Wondering if it’s a good idea to start a business in 2023? Ready to be a business owner but not sure it’s for you? Read for pros, cons, and a new movement idea.

December 13, 2022

Don't Delay Self-Employment Because of Retirement: How to Seize Saving Now!

December 13, 2022/ Maggie Karshner

It's reasonable to feel intimidated by saving for retirement when you're self-employed. You want to know how to ensure a secure retirement. Here I'll demystify and simplify the process. This will help you to take the first steps toward the retirement you deserve!

August 25, 2022

Do You Need a Vacation? Learn the Secret to Taking Time Off When Self-Employed

August 25, 2022/ Maggie Karshner

Are you waiting for some future point of business stability before you go on vacation? Stop that! Learn how to plan for a self-employed vacation sooner rather than later. Whether your concerns are money, time or client experience, this article has you covered!

June 21, 2022

Honor Your Body: How is Self-Care Fundamental to Self-Employment?

June 21, 2022/ Maggie Karshner

You love learning, growing, and self-improvement. But what about "not-doing"? Do you love rest and make time for it, or do you treat it like a luxury or treat? Downshift out of "frantic" and give yourself permission to take care of your body's needs.

April 26, 2022

How to Leverage Your Assets to Work Smarter, not Harder

April 26, 2022/ Maggie Karshner

Our financial system is far from ethical. What's even worse is that most of us don't understand how it works. Knowledge is power and in this article, I demystify how your business is financially an "asset" and uncover how assets function in our weird financial world.

August 31, 2020

How to Easily Optimize Your Self-Employed Workday

August 31, 2020/ Maggie Karshner

Are you feeling overwhelmed working an 8-hour self-employed day? Maybe you feel like you're working endlessly, but it's never enough? It's time for you to adopt the 5-Unit Day.

July 29, 2020

The Insidious Way Self-Employment is Anti-Racist

July 29, 2020/ Maggie Karshner

Anti-racism is a hot topic at the moment. It might feel like self-employed folks are on the side-lines with not enough time, money or influence to make an impact, but this is not the whole story. Read on to learn about self-efficacy, and how it will make the world a better place.

May 31, 2019

When was the last time you had fun?

May 31, 2019/ Maggie Karshner

Being self-employed can be fun, and it can also be stressful! How are you choosing to bring an assortment of types of fun into your life? Read on to hear my thoughts!

September 26, 2018

How Self-Employed Entrepreneurs Can Contribute to Solving Big Problems

September 26, 2018/ Maggie Karshner

Have you ever felt that your self-employment journey is too small to make a meaningful impact? Conscientious solo business owners can face a profound sense of helplessness in a world filled with colossal challenges. By examining the interplay between ego, independence, and interdependence, I’ll shed light on how small, individual efforts can create ripples in a vast web of interconnected systems. I’ll offer actionable insights to help you break out of a place of stuckness and recognize your true impact.

June 26, 2018

Unexpected Self-Employment Advice: Fire That Client

June 26, 2018/ Maggie Karshner

It might seem counter-intuitive, but firing a client can be vital to keeping your self-employed business afloat! Read on to learn more about why that is and also how to identify a client you should fire, and how to do the firing.

January 30, 2018

Fantastic Coworking: 4 Steps to a Successful Work Date

January 30, 2018/ Maggie Karshner

This is for all the lonely solopreneurs who are struggling to understand why past coworking experiences didn't go well. The success of a work date comes from clear expectations. Regardless of if it’s body doubling, collaborative ad-hoc sessions, or a standing weekly appointment, I’ll help you clarify your goals for your coworking. By the end of this article, you’ll be on the path toward more productive and gratifying coworking sessions!

March 24, 2017

Perks of Being Self Employed: Learning

March 24, 2017/ Maggie Karshner

Self employment comes with a wide variety of benefits, many of them are unexpected. One thing I love about being self employed is my freedom to follow my curiosity and learn more about the things I'm interested in. When you're self employed, everything you learn becomes a value-add to your clients. It's win-win-win all around!

Feb 26, 2025

How to Find the Spirit of Your Business: 3 Key Aspects to Focus On

You're self-employment curious, but you're not even sure what your business is or does. It's not clear to you what your business does and what it means to know what it does. You want to have confidence in knowing the general form of your business. I'll help orient you to the basics of your business. This also addresses what's required of the Executive Summary and Company Description sections of a business plan.

Jan 31, 2025

Do You Really Need a Business Plan? Collective Liberation and the Confidence You Crave

Business Plans. Are they archaic? Vital? Confusing AF? This is the first of a series of articles designed for self-employed businesses and people critical of capitalism. This series will go in-depth into each component of a business plan. This first article is an overview going through all the parts of a business plan. By understanding the components, it will become less monolithic. You might realize you know more than you thought, or that you've missed a key thing. Launch your business smartly with a solid plan!

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