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Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to quit your job and work for yourself? (You do btw). Looking for a way to generate a little bit of cash on the side or a full-time income, start a business or take on the big guys in business? Below you’ll find the most recent posts on all things making money online. As a blogger and business owner, I enjoy sharing what’s been working for me (and not), the new things I’m trying out and discovering and much more.

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How I’m improving my phone social media habits

As far as being on social media goes, I consider myself pretty balanced. I work a lot online and over the years have developed ways to manage the distractions of notifications and the draw of new posts. For those playing at home, I use MUTE a lot. Like, a lot a...

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How to be a PR friendly blog

I receive emails sometimes with PR requests and offers, and opportunities. Always lots and lots of opportunities. I consider my blog to be a PR friendly blog; I respond to emails that have a call to action or request, love to attend events and will do so if I can....

Things you should know about working for yourself | Suger Coat It

Things you should know about working for yourself

Maybe these things are universal, or perhaps they are just me. But I thought, maybe it would be fun to talk about the things you should know about working for yourself. I'm a veteran now, basically. I've been back full-time working for myself for a year. And in...

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My Work from Home Daily Routine

Having a work from home daily routine isn't something I planned on. I was pretty casual about such things. But I've been working for myself for a while now, so it was time, right? I left my job almost a year ago, and I've been working for myself full-time ever...

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Health was never the problem

Maybe you're wondering why I haven't commented on the Nike mannequin and the resulting shit show on the internet. ARE you wondering that? I know some of you have sent me links and articles or tagged me in your mentions. So why haven't I had my say yet? Why haven't...

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Women in Business I follow on YouTube (favs!)

So, you know I have a thing for YouTube. It beats out Netflix for the top spot in my viewing schedule. I watch all sorts of content from vlogs to gaming, tutorials to DIY and pretty much everything in between. Along the way, I've collected a rather substantial...

Do you know what’s next in your career?

It's that time of year where we review and revise our plans for the year ahead. There's a pretty good chance that it might be around your career. Whether it be making the move in your current position or expanding a side hustle. Quitting the day job or finding your...

What have I done!? | Suger Coat It

Oh boy, what have I done!

This morning I committed to a blog post. That was before I realised that my to-do list really didn't leave much room for such things. But, a promise is a promise. After digging through a bunch of drafts with no half-finished winners (judge me if you will, haha), it...

A tarot reader told me to watch my back | Suger Coat It

A tarot card reader told me to watch my back

A few weeks ago now I had my tarot cards read. It was an impromptu thing at a party (shout out to Liv and Ben!). Given it was only weeks after giving my notice, of course, I wanted to know how my business would go. How would it all turn out, this leap of faith I'd...

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