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11 Bible Verses for Uncertain Times

May 18, 2020 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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The global pandemic has caused the world to shut down and has been especially hard on small businesses. But there is always a silver lining in every dark cloud. Pain always leaves a gift. Today I want to share some bible verses for uncertain times that may help you see the gifts you have been […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Your Small Business Tagged With: bible verses, global pandemic, God's word, uncertain times, words from the Bible

10 Bible Verses Every Small Business Owner Needs for 2019

January 21, 2019 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

10 bible verses every small business needs in 2019

2019 is a new year to be grateful in the Lord and have faith. Despite how things currently are in your life, in the economy or in your business, teach yourself to say, “I trust you, Jesus.”  Know that any tough situation is temporary. When you are facing challenges, double down on prayer and meditation. […]

Filed Under: 10 Things Lists, Business Inspiration, Featured Post, Melinda Emerson @SmallBizLady, Your Small Business Tagged With: bible verses, small business inspiration, small business motivation

10 Bible Verses Every Small Business Owner Needs

January 18, 2010 By Melinda Emerson 85 Comments

As a Christian and a family focused entrepreneur, I believe that faith is a key ingredient in small business success.  In this current economy, the people of God must remember that if you honor God through your business he will direct your path. Each year, I pick a bible verse as my theme for the […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Mompreneurs, My Recommendations, Pink Slip Entrepreneurs, Solopreneurs, Your Small Business Tagged With: entrepreneur, managing stress, melinda emerson, patience, small business, small business info

New Year, New Motivation to Support Small Businesses

December 21, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Though things have gotten better in regard to the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the U.S. economy, many of your favorite small businesses are still trying to recover from the last two years while facing new pressures like inflation, increasing fuel costs, and endless supply chain issues. And now, there’s a new variant […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Your Small Business Tagged With: buying products from small businesses, how to sell on Amazon, small business selling on Etsy, small businesses on Instagram, supporting Black-owned businesses

12 Best Small Business Blogs of 2021

December 20, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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2021 is almost in the books, and as I suggest to all small business owners, now is a good time to look at your metrics for the year as you set goals for the new year. As I was doing my annual review, I stopped to look at my highest-performing blogs from 2021. This list […]

Filed Under: Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: boost small business growth, creating copy that sells, digital marketing, email marketing best practices, set prices for products and services

How to Create a Book Launch Team

November 29, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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A book launch team is a group of people who plan to promote your book leading up to and on the day of its publication. They also keep the momentum going for at least a week or two afterward. Their efforts (in addition to your own!) can greatly increase the reach of your book promotion […]

Filed Under: Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: book launch team, book marketing tool, book reviews, promote your book, selling and promoting your book

Hiring Tips for Your Small Business

November 9, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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As your small business is growing, are you having trouble finding time to stay on top of all of your day-to-day duties? Is it a struggle to handle all of your customers’ inquiries, daily sales outreach calls and emails, marketing initiatives, and administrative duties? Do you feel like you can use some help? If so, […]

Filed Under: Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: hire the best person for the job, hiring a new employee, hiring your first employee, interview applicants, potential hire

9 Tips on How to Cultivate an Entrepreneurial Mindset

October 18, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Strengthening your entrepreneurial mindset is an essential facet of being a successful business owner. Whether you have an existing business or are getting ready to launch a new one, you should prioritize cultivating your mindset.  Building a business takes a lot of work and effort, but the process will go more smoothly when you have […]

Filed Under: Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: Building a business, cultivating your mindset, entrepreneurial mindset, learning opportunities, mindset of a prosperous entrepreneur

9 Essentials to Create a Winning Business Plan

September 28, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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There is truth in the old adage, “if you fail to plan, then you plan to fail.”  This is no different for your business. If you don’t have a formal business plan for your scale-up business, then now is a good time to look at what you need to include to help you create the […]

Filed Under: Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: business funding, business plan, efficient and productive business, roadmap to achieve success, strategic sales and marketing plan

Top 10 Boss Books for Your Summer Reading List

August 9, 2021 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Who said that your summer reading list has to only be romance novels that you devour while lounging on the beach? Sprinkle in some of my favorite “boss” books to amplify your summer reading. Learn from other business owners the struggles and adversities they faced while starting their companies. You’ll also discover new strategies and […]

Filed Under: Grow Your Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: business books, entrerpeneurs, girl boss, leadership, summer reading list

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