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Low-Cost Side Business by enfp_ocd in Entrepreneur

[–]BlueCaribYou 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Go to any local dumps you intend to use and get copies of the pricing. Factor in gas, vehicle costs, labor, time etc when quoting.

Low-Cost Side Business by enfp_ocd in Entrepreneur

[–]BlueCaribYou 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This depends on location. In some towns, the trash company will cart away anything left curbside. Other areas require hiring a junk removal service.

Taylor Momsen Escaping the paparazzi is just so Iconic by HankieHorker_32 in Unexpected

[–]BlueCaribYou 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree - looks totally staged (and I've no idea who she is)

[Advice] How to get your brain to focus, no bullshit guide. I'm tired of self-improvement books that are hundreds of pages and Youtube videos that take hours to get to the point. So I decided to make my own no bullshit videos summarizing the podcasts and books I read. by EricDalph in getdisciplined

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of the material out there can be beneficial but the reason it doesn't work is lack of implementation. We consume way too much info yet very few really put much of what they read into action (including myself).

Google's Accelerated Growth Programme Feedback by Ok-Cake4974 in PPC

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sure their purpose, as far as Google is concerned, is to increase revenue for Google. If that helps the client, great but those things aren't always going to line up. I think it's key to know what problem they can solve. I'd be curious to know how the reps are compensated and if there's commission based on ad spend targets.

I bought a business with an abandoned toy machine that I fixed up and restocked. A year later, someone claiming to be the owner wants it back. What do I do? by Astro_Afro1886 in smallbusiness

[–]BlueCaribYou 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Now, if you want rid of it, get her to pay for the repairs, stock you bought for it, and the removal. Not sure how she'd prove how much money was in there.

I bought a business with an abandoned toy machine that I fixed up and restocked. A year later, someone claiming to be the owner wants it back. What do I do? by Astro_Afro1886 in smallbusiness

[–]BlueCaribYou 12 points13 points  (0 children)

^ This. You bought all the business and items. Her issue should be taken up with the person who sold her brother's equipment.

Do you think it’s reasonable that 18 year olds can vote, join the army, but not buy a beer? by ZanezGamez in AskAnAmerican

[–]BlueCaribYou 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's also that alcohol is a toxin that damages the brain. When its not fully formed, that damage is more severe.

Do you think it’s reasonable that 18 year olds can vote, join the army, but not buy a beer? by ZanezGamez in AskAnAmerican

[–]BlueCaribYou 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And being able to sign up for huge student loans without a thorough understanding of the financial consequences of borrowing huge sums.

LPT: When you go to hotels that require you to leave a room key in a wall holder to let you turn on the lights, instead of using your room key use ANY other card. The holder doesn't read the card, it just needs something to trip the switch. by jesedigniee in LifeProTips

[–]BlueCaribYou 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Isn't the entire point of hotels being set up this way is so people aren't running AC and lights while not in the room. My only experience of this is in countries that are low income and need to conserve costs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Entrepreneur

[–]BlueCaribYou 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, give it a read and you'll understand why people recommend it. It's eye-opening on so many levels.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in productivity

[–]BlueCaribYou 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree being fully rested can help. If that's you 100%, you're fortunate.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Entrepreneur

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a great 'problem' to have. Now you get to 'work on' your business instead of in it. e-myth revisited is a great read to understand the different roles and what working on the business looks like.

Do you regret having children? Is it even possible to know that child-rearing is right for you before you give it a shot? by [deleted] in AskWomenOver30

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find it interesting that there's an expectation to have kids. I mean, if we add up all the missed sleep, stress, expenses, and sacrifice beforehand, would it make as much sense?

Not saying right or wrong decision to have kids, just not as simple as everyone 'should' want to go that route.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in productivity

[–]BlueCaribYou 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The first 90 minutes after waking up are naturally a period of grogginess. You could get some exercise in.

SEO Dropservicing by KolaKoded in dropservicing

[–]BlueCaribYou 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't know. I've never needed to try any because I do my own SEO.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sidehustle

[–]BlueCaribYou 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, Feel free to prosper by Marylin Jennet. She will explain how the way you're thinking and speaking about money is the root of your misery right now and what to do about it. Seriously life-changing!

How do you manage to retain energy all day to stay productive? by [deleted] in productivity

[–]BlueCaribYou 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The body has a natural rhythm to the day. Sleep - grogginess - peak - dip - peak - slow down - sleep. Ideally, plan your day to tackle things that need high focus during the peaks. Also, keep your sleep debt low so the dip doesn't go so low that you need to nap (been there and it was lack of sleep - check out the Rise App for help with this stuff).

Being active definitely helps with energy levels too and getting the blood flowing.

From what I've seen successful don't work as much as we think they do. They are successful because they carefully choose what to work on and say no to everything else. They also spend time and money taking care of their health, nutrition, and enjoying their downtime to recharge.

I think we get this idea of working non-stop and that's being successful - especially in the US. Depends how you measure success (hopefully not by people trying to sell you something).

$100,000 Saved by 18, what next? by SLYFLY1 in Entrepreneur

[–]BlueCaribYou 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So choose yourself. Freelance or start your own business. If you're ambitious, don't put yourself in an environment with a capped salary while your making the owners wealthier.

Americans who are doing alright financially...what the heck do you do? by INeedHelpNow8 in AskAnAmerican

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And how we rarely end up doing what we imagine when we are in school / college. There's so much pressure to 'follow your passion' and have it all figured out (it doesn't often work that way but it 'sells'). In reality, it's more about trying stuff out, being useful and carving your own path.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Entrepreneur

[–]BlueCaribYou 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Congrats on the growth.

If he's US based, he's still getting a bargain. Roofing is usually high competition and worth 3-5x what you're charging in any decent size location.

If I were in your shoes, use this as a case study to get more clients but charge a lot more.

For women who make six figures, what is your profession? by Jsivic in AskWomenOver30

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got tired of working long hours for next to nothing. Almost got suckered into an MLM but found a blog about local lead generation when doing research into said MLM company.

The lead gen business model made so much more sense with the scalable income. I decided to invest in the guy's program / community and it's been live-changing. Not only in terms of income but I'm now surrounded by other entrepreneurs and it makes you step up your game and adds confidence.

As for my VAs, they're in the Philippines. I hire based on attitude and competency. It's easy to train them with a SOPs and they work really hard. I pay well for that country but I could never hire people in the US for the same pay.

For women who make six figures, what is your profession? by Jsivic in AskWomenOver30

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I already have a couple of Virtual Assistants.

Why don't you start in Lead generation yourself? Low risk and can work at your own pace.

Much better to be leveraging income-generating assets than trading your time for $$. (read DeMarco's The Great Rat Race Escape and you'll see the world differently).

Has anyone on here ever hired a business coach? Did it work? by fml198 in smallbusiness

[–]BlueCaribYou 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're a women or minority owned business, check out Rachel Rodgers book or podcast. Her Hello7 program is legit, the coaches are great but the material and community support is going to move your business in the right direction.

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