Episode 2 - Why you need to own your platform
In this week's episode, we focus on why you need to own your platform and not rely on social media as the main way to build your business.
In the News
Steve Jobs Says No To Stylist - Apple Announces the Pencil
Small Business Confidence Rises Slightly In August
Small Businesses Say Taxes Are Biggest Problem
From The Mailbag
Kristen asks about writing off a portion of a family trip if she talks about business. We discuss what the IRS says about personal travel.
Why a Platform You Own is So Important
We discuss a Facebook friend who lost access to his Facebook profile and why you need a home base and an email list.
App of the Week
AWeber email management
Tip of the Week
This week, Amy Latta discusses why self-care is so important and gives some tips for taking better care of yourself. Check out her website to sign up for her to sign up for her free Worth & Wellness Goal Tracker Pack.
Other mentions this week
Platform by Michael Hyatt
Pat Flynn (Smart Passive Income)
John Lee Dumas (Entrepreneur on Fire)
Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook by Gary Vaynerchuk
Jaime Masters (Eventual Millionaire)
Launch by Jeff Walker
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