by mountaintopwebs | Sep 23, 2025 | Business, Marketing, Productivity
Let’s play a game of “Jeopardy.” “The United States passed this law to implement a 40-hour, five-day-per-week schedule.” Answer: “What is the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938?” Correct! The United States passed the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 because it wasn’t...
by Josiah Bussing | Sep 6, 2025 | Business, Marketing, Personal, Productivity
It’s never too late to start a business in 2025. However, risk can be a scary proposition. The idea of losing everything, even the shirt off your back, can keep dreamers from being doers. Is there such a thing as a low-risk business venture? Yes, and we feature 10 of...
by Josiah Bussing | Aug 26, 2025 | Business, Marketing, Productivity
Are you considering freelancing as a career or a side hustle? You’re not alone. In 2023, the United States had 64 million freelancers, representing 38% of the workforce. FinanceOnline forecasts there will be 90 million freelancers in the U.S. in 2028. If true,...
by Josiah Bussing | Aug 12, 2025 | Business, Marketing, Productivity
“It’s not what you know, but who you know that matters.” The quote suggests that having a strong network of business contacts is more important than having education and experience. We won’t go that far. However, to succeed, you need more than luck. You need to build...
by Josiah Bussing | Aug 5, 2025 | Branding, Business, Marketing, Productivity
The business proposal is your bridge to the client. Whether the client walks across the bridge to seal the deal with a handshake will depend on how you crafted the business proposal. Reality check: Your proposal is one of many the client will review. Get your proposal...
by Josiah Bussing | Jul 29, 2025 | Business, Marketing, Productivity
Preparing a sales presentation can be nerve-wracking. Beautiful templates can simplify the process, but an effective sales presentation isn’t about getting attention. It’s about initiating the desired action. You want the presentee, the potential client, to BUY what...
