The Flourishing Creator

You are a business.

But how does entrepreneurship really works in such a small scale? Especially with an inherently service-based businesses?

How do you take big business systems, the systems that have been refined by all the academics and their ivory towers, and apply them in your business? Well, these days business schools are more likely to be beautiful glass skyscraper towers, but you know what I mean.

Obviously, these are the best practices for running a business that does well, but it can feel like most of the things they talk about in Forbes, Harvard Business Review, or Entrepreneaur are only for people with lots of employees and revenue with way more zeros than yours!

All the academics in their big glass towers, and all the CEOs and their even bigger glass towers, and all the consultants and all the research firms who are out there figuring out what is the best way to X don’t really think about folks like us, right?

Throughout our Business Foundations of Freelancing series I translate how all of the things the business folks talk about work for someone your size, with your needs, and with your resources.

What big business systems can’t just be plopped onto what we do as freelancers without a lot of interpretation, but I’ve done that for you—for every single area of your business.

How to spend your $100 coupon

After a long break, we are officially reopening Dream of Travel Writing with a very special Open House.

As a thank you for being part of our community, we’re offering a special coupon exclusively for our Flourishing Newsletter subscribers. You can take $100 off any personally-selected set of classes in our store.

If you’re not already a subscriber, simply add your name in the form below to receive your unique coupon code.

Your $100 off coupon can only be used for a limited time, so don’t miss out!

Here are some classes specifically about Busines FUNdamental Flows  that might get you traction with what you’re struggling with right now:

• Introduction to Business Systems for Freelance Travel Writers – Understanding the different systems that keep your freelance travel writing business running smoothly is key to long-term success. Explore two key frameworks for seeing yourself as a business owner and understanding the various roles you play, setting the stage for diving into each “business department” in the upcoming sessions.
• Finance Fun: Freelance accounting often feels like a frustrating game of “Where’s my payment?” after sending an invoice, but there’s so much more to it than just getting paid. We’ll take a detailed look at the numbers you should be tracking, how to organize them, and why understanding your finances can actually bring you a sense of calm and control—just like a Marie Kondo-style tidy-up for your business.
• Accounting Minus Suck: we’ll tackle the often stressful side of freelance accounting and turn it into something manageable and even enjoyable! We’ll walk you through the essential numbers to track and show you how to organize your finances in a way that feels as satisfying as a Marie Kondo-style tidy-up, so you can focus on what you love without the worry of unpaid invoices.
• Perfect Purchasing: Purchasing for your freelance business doesn’t have to be overwhelming or stressful. Let’s explore how to make smart, informed purchasing decisions that save you time and money, while ensuring you get the best value for every dollar you spend, helping you optimize your business operations with ease.
• Operate Like a Boss: Running your freelance business like a boss means mastering the operations that keep everything running smoothly, from project management to client communications. Learn practical strategies to optimize your workflows, streamline your processes, and ensure that every aspect of your business is as efficient and effective as possible, giving you more time to focus on the work you love.
• Control That Quality: Quality control might sound daunting, but it’s all about ensuring your freelance work meets the standards that keep clients happy and coming back for more. Explore practical strategies to assess and improve the quality of your writing, so you can confidently deliver work that hits the mark every time.
• You, the Resource, Supported as Human: Taking care of yourself as a freelancer is just as important as the work you do. This session focuses on how to prioritize your well-being, establish supportive routines, and create a work environment that helps you thrive both personally and professionally, ensuring that you, the most important resource in your business, are always at your best
• Just Make it Legal: – Navigating the legal side of your freelance business can feel intimidating, but it’s crucial to protecting your work and your rights. Learn essential legal concepts, from understanding contracts to safeguarding your intellectual property, ensuring you’re equipped to handle any legal challenges that come your way with confidence.
• Your Technical Support Squad: Managing the tech side of your freelance business doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Find out how to streamline your IT systems, choose the right tools, and create a support squad that keeps your operations running smoothly, so you can focus more on your creative work and less on tech troubles.
• Sell Smart; Selling your freelance services doesn’t have to be daunting. Learn how to approach sales strategically, understand the difference between sales and marketing, and develop techniques to effectively pitch your work, helping you close more deals and grow your business with confidence.
• You Plus Market Equals Money: Understanding your market is key to turning your freelance business into a money-making machine. Let’s dive into how to effectively identify and reach your target audience, helping you create a marketing plan that attracts the right clients and maximizes your earning potential.
• Promotion, Promotion, Promotion: Promoting your freelance work effectively is key to standing out and attracting the right opportunities. Learn how to leverage PR strategies, including crafting compelling stories and utilizing media outreach, to build your brand and increase visibility, ensuring your work gets the attention it deserves.
• The Surprising Secrets of Servicing Customers as a Freelancer: Delivering excellent customer service is key to maintaining strong relationships and ensuring repeat business as a freelancer. Let’s uncover the secrets to handling client interactions smoothly, from setting expectations to managing conflicts, so you can keep your clients happy and your business thriving.
• The Fun Stuff on Your List Research & Development (R&D): Research and development can be the key to growing your freelance business in new and exciting directions. Explore how to intentionally use R&D to build new skills, discover fresh opportunities, and align your work with your long-term goals, all while making the process enjoyable and productive.
• Getting Your Business GED with Governance Executive Functions, and (Straitening) Direction: Running a successful freelance business means wearing many hats, from strategy to day-to-day management. Take charge of your business’s governance, executive functions, and strategic direction, equipping you with the tools to steer your freelance career with confidence and clarity.

What other cool free stuff can you get during our open house?

Our Open House is a special event where you’ll get an exclusive look at the exciting changes coming to Dream of Travel Writing.

In addition to taking $100 off in our store, you can join free classes to learn

• how to create a science-backed system to flourish in your life and business
• how to create an actionable plan for any problem that arises in your life and business with the research-backed HOW method
• how real, evidence-based coaching can create startling results for your stickiest problems

You’ll also have a chance to peek into our VIP (Very Insightful Professionals) Group Coaching Program!
In these calls, you’ll experience a preview of our intimate group coaching sessions, where you’ll be coached specifically with our HOW method and feel what a difference it makes on a problem you’re facing right now. Learn more about how to join soon.

We can’t wait to share what we’ve been working on.

Delivery details:

• In the webinar shop, add any of the classes to your cart and enter the code you received in your inbox
• The classes will be available immediately in your user profile on webinar.dreamoftravelwriting.com, and you will also receive an email for each class with the links to the downloadable audio, video, and transcript files.

Important general notes on our Open House Specials:

• The coupon expires September 30, so make sure you pick out your classes before then. And the coupon will only work for classes, not any of our live programs
• if you have more items than the value of the coupon, you can just pay the difference on the site.