{"id":29471,"date":"2025-01-15T20:18:45","date_gmt":"2025-01-15T20:18:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/business\/internet-business\/how-to-make-it-as-an-entrepreneur-in-2025\/"},"modified":"2025-01-15T20:18:45","modified_gmt":"2025-01-15T20:18:45","slug":"how-to-make-it-as-an-entrepreneur-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=29471","title":{"rendered":"How to make it as an entrepreneur in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>In 2007, I made the decision to start my own business. And goodness knows I made a lot of mistakes along the way. Many times, I\u2019ve wondered if I had what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Perhaps you can relate.<\/p>\n<p>Well, if you want to know how to make it as an entrepreneur in 2025, buckle up. I\u2019ve done my homework, and now I\u2019m spilling all the knowledge I gathered for you to determine if it\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-entrepreneurship\">What is entrepreneurship?<\/h2>\n<p>Entrepreneurship is the process of starting and running your own business. But let\u2019s be real \u2013 it\u2019s so much more than that.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<div>\n<p>Entrepreneurship is having the guts to take your wild ideas and turn them into something real.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>It\u2019s looking at a problem and thinking, \u201cYou know what? I can fix that.\u201d And then actually doing something about it.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>And the best part about starting your path of entrepreneurship in 2025? There are more ways than ever to <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/skills\/how-to-make-money-online-from-home\">make money<\/a>. Whether you\u2019re dreaming of opening a brick-and-mortar shop, launching an ecommerce empire from your living room &#8211; though I admit <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/skills\/how-long-does-it-take-to-make-money-with-ecommerce\">ecommerce can take time to make strong profits<\/a>! &#8211; or turning your side hustle into your main gig, there\u2019s a path for you.<\/p>\n<p>But here\u2019s the thing \u2013 entrepreneurship isn\u2019t just about making money (though that\u2019s definitely a nice perk!). It\u2019s about creating something meaningful, solving problems, and maybe even changing a little corner of the world. And sometimes, it\u2019s about failing spectacularly, picking yourself up, dusting yourself off, and trying again.<\/p>\n<p>Trust me, I\u2019ve been there. I remember when I first started in 2007. There were moments when I seriously questioned my life choices, and thought about going back to a 9 to 5 job. But you know what? Those moments taught me more than any business class ever could.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-it-s-like-to-be-an-entrepreneur\">What it\u2019s like to be an entrepreneur<\/h2>\n<p>Want to know what being an entrepreneur is really like? Imagine riding a roller coaster\u2026 blindfolded\u2026 while trying to do your taxes and take care of accounts payable and receivable all at the same time. Yeah, it\u2019s kind of like that.<\/p>\n<p>Some days, you\u2019re on top of the world \u2013 you just landed a huge client, your social media post went viral, or maybe you finally figured out how to make your accounting software behave.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But other days? Well, let\u2019s just say there are moments when a regular 9-to-5 starts looking pretty good.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-the-good-stuff\">The good stuff<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image__wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img alt=\"GoDaddy Venture Forward 2024 Annual Report U.S. Edition This report is powered by the latest data from Venture Forward, GoDaddyis research initiative to quantify the presence and impact of over 20 million global online microbusinesses on their local economies, while shining a light on the entrepreneurs behind them. Venture Forward\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1997\" height=\"1195\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1256px) 1200px, calc(100vw - 2.5rem)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=16x0 16w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=32x0 32w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=48x0 48w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=64x0 64w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=96x0 96w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=128x0 128w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=256x0 256w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=392x0 392w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=640x0 640w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=750x0 750w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=828x0 828w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=1080x0 1080w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=1248x0 1248w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=1920x0 1920w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=2048x0 2048w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image1-T6xiTK.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>According to the <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/ventureforward\/explore-the-data\/annual-report-2024\/\">GoDaddy Venture Forward 2024 Annual Report<\/a>, entrepreneurs are feeling more optimistic than they have since 2020. And I get why!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what we\u2019re seeing:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More tools than ever to help us succeed (hello, AI assistants!)<\/li>\n<li>Growing opportunities in digital markets (because who doesn\u2019t shop online these days?)<\/li>\n<li>Increasing support for small businesses (finally! Am I right?)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<div>\n<p>Plus, there\u2019s nothing quite like the freedom of being your own boss.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Want to work in your pajamas? Go for it.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Need to take a Wednesday afternoon off for your kid\u2019s soccer game (or just because you need a day off due to <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/mindset\/symptoms-entrepreneur-burnout\">entrepreneur burnout<\/a>)? You can do that.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Just remember \u2013 with great power comes great responsibility.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-the-not-so-good-stuff\">The not-so-good stuff<\/h3>\n<p>Now, let\u2019s get real for a minute. Being an entrepreneur isn\u2019t all Instagram-worthy coffee shop work sessions and inspirational LinkedIn posts. Though believe me, I wish it was!<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what they don\u2019t show you in those #entrepreneurlife photos:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The 3 AM panic attacks about cash flow uncertain whether or not those invoices you sent out to clients will be paid before rent is due<\/li>\n<li>The awkward family dinners where you have to explain (again) why you left your stable job of 40 hours a week to work closer to 100 hours a week with no guaranteed pay<\/li>\n<li>The days when you\u2019re the CEO, janitor, IT department, and customer service rep all at once<\/li>\n<li>The constant battle with impostor syndrome\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>I remember one particularly fun week when I got crazy sick, then my laptop died, my biggest client ghosted me, and my car broke down.<\/p>\n<p>I may or may not have spent an evening crying while shoveling Reese\u2019s peanut butter cups in my face and considering calling it quits. I even remember opening Indeed and Monster and scrolling through all those career websites to see if anything could save me.<\/p>\n<p>But you know what? I remembered I wanted to build my dreams, not the dreams of an employer\u2026 So, I got through it. And that\u2019s what entrepreneurship is really about \u2013 continuing to put your foot on the gas even when the road gets tough.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-it-s-different-for-everyone\">It\u2019s different for everyone<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s something I\u2019ve learned after talking with countless other entrepreneurs: no two journeys look exactly alike. Some folks hit it big with their first idea (lucky ducks), while others \u2013 like me \u2013 take a more, let\u2019s call it a scenic route to success.<\/p>\n<p>The point is, your entrepreneurial journey is going to be uniquely yours. And that\u2019s exactly how it should be.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-it-takes-to-make-it-as-an-entrepreneur\">What it takes to make it as an entrepreneur<\/h2>\n<p>Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? (Spoiler alert: Probably!)<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m going to let you in on a little not so secret-secret: there\u2019s no such thing as the \u201cperfect entrepreneur.\u201d Let\u2019s take a look at what actually matters in 2025.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve met hundreds of entrepreneurs over the last 17 years of running my own business, and you know what? They\u2019re all different. Some are loud and outgoing (guilty!), others are quiet and analytical. Some started with full-on college degrees (like me!), others learned everything through good old-fashioned trial and error.<\/p>\n<p>The cool thing is, the <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/mindset\/characteristics-successful-entrepreneurs\">characteristics of a successful entrepreneur<\/a> aren\u2019t set in stone \u2013 they\u2019re more like muscles you can build over time. Trust me, I was terrified of public speaking when I started. Now? I still get butterflies, but I\u2019ve learned to take the mic anyway.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image__wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1256px) 1200px, calc(100vw - 2.5rem)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=16x0 16w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=32x0 32w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=48x0 48w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=64x0 64w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=96x0 96w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=128x0 128w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=256x0 256w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=392x0 392w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=640x0 640w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=750x0 750w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=828x0 828w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=1080x0 1080w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=1248x0 1248w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=1920x0 1920w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=2048x0 2048w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image6-J8c02U.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"is-style-stripes wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Here are the key characteristics I\u2019ve seen make the difference between just dreaming and actually doing:<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Passion<\/strong><br \/>Without it, you might as well go back to your 9-to-5. Why? Because it\u2019s what gets you through those midnight oil-burning sessions and keeps you going when everyone else thinks you\u2019re crazy. Trust me, some members of my family thought I\u2019d lost it when I first started, but passion kept me pushing forward.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Strong communication skills<\/strong><br \/>Whether you\u2019re pitching to investors or explaining your vision to your would-be clients, you\u2019ve got to get your point across clearly. And no, sending emoji-filled texts doesn\u2019t count as professional communication (ask me how I know!).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Creative thinking<\/strong><br \/>This isn\u2019t about being the next Picasso \u2013 it\u2019s about finding solutions where others see dead ends. I once turned a massive article failure into one of my most helpful posts just by looking at it through a different lens.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Resilience<\/strong><br \/>Remember my Reese\u2019s peanut butter cup therapy session I mentioned earlier? That\u2019s resilience \u2013 the ability to bounce back when life throws you curveballs. And trust me, in business, it\u2019s going to throw a lot of them at ya. You\u2019ll constantly be <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/mindset\/business-challenges-triumphs\">learning from business challenges<\/a>!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Strong work ethic<\/strong><br \/>Success rarely happens overnight (despite what those Instagram ads and <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/skills\/side-hustle-ideas\">side hustle<\/a> TikTok videos tell you). You\u2019ve got to be willing to put in the hours, especially at the beginning. But here\u2019s the key \u2013 work smarter, not just harder.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Vision<\/strong><br \/>You need to see where you\u2019re going, even when others don\u2019t get it yet. A friend of mine once told me, she wanted to have the biggest hot sauce company ever. She constantly talked about where she wanted the company to go, and often said, \u201cI don\u2019t need to see the final destination on the map. I just need to see the six feet in front of me and I know I\u2019ll get there.\u201d\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Flexibility<\/strong><br \/>The business world moves fast. You\u2019ve got to be ready to pivot when needed. Remember how many businesses completely reinvented themselves during the pandemic? That\u2019s adaptability in action.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<figure class=\"is-style-stripes wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Now, let\u2019s talk about the <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/entrepreneur-mindset-guide\">entrepreneurial mindset<\/a> \u2013 because trust me my friend, this is where the magic happens. Here\u2019s what keeps successful entrepreneurs going in 2025:<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Building confidence<\/strong><br \/>Let\u2019s tackle those confidence gremlins head-on. Start by celebrating small wins (yes, even getting your first business card counts). When impostor syndrome kicks in \u2013 and it will \u2013 remember that even the biggest success stories started somewhere. Focus on what makes you unique, learn from others but don\u2019t copy them, and remember that \u201cfake it till you make it\u201d is actually a legitimate strategy. Most importantly, have a plan for your finances so money worries don\u2019t eat away at your confidence.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Developing resilience<\/strong><br \/>Here\u2019s the truth about entrepreneurship \u2013 you\u2019re going to fail. Maybe a little, maybe a lot, but it\u2019s going to happen. The key is learning to see these failures as feedback. Keep a \u201clessons learned\u201d journal\/document (mine is filled with some doozies), build a support network that gets it, and remember that every \u201cno\u201d gets you closer to a \u201cyes\u201d. Also, don\u2019t forget to celebrate those failures \u2013 they mean you\u2019re actually out there trying.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td\/><\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Maintaining focus<\/strong><br \/>With a million things demanding your attention, focusing on your goals is the only way forward. Learn to prioritize like a pro (\u201cWill this matter in a year?\u201d), set clear boundaries (not every email needs an immediate response), and keep your eye on the big picture even while dealing with daily details.\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The beautiful thing about all of this? Every single one of these characteristics and mindset traits can be developed. You don\u2019t need to be born with them.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For example, I started out as a nervous wreck who could barely make a phone call without scripting it first. Okay fine, I still do this. But now I also can record an entire podcast episode (with a guest!) or teach a masterclass with less struggle than I did in the beginning.<\/p>\n<p>Remember when we discussed the definition of entrepreneurship earlier. I\u2019ll add to it that it\u2019s not about being perfect \u2013 it\u2019s about being perfectly willing to grow and learn.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-types-of-entrepreneurship-you-can-pursue\">Types of entrepreneurship you can pursue<\/h2>\n<p>Alright, gather \u2019round because I\u2019m about to share something that blew my mind when it clicked for me: There\u2019s more than one way to be an entrepreneur. Mind. Blown.<\/p>\n<p>Yep, you don\u2019t have to have a brick and mortar business. You can run a mobile company. You don\u2019t even need a website to start earning money &#8211; though you really should have a website.\u00a0<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<div>\n<p>The truth is you can make money in so many ways as an entrepreneur.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Let\u2019s break down the most common types of entrepreneurship for 2025:<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-small-business-entrepreneurship\">Small business entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>This is what most people think of when they hear \u201centrepreneur\u201d \u2013 your local coffee shop owner, that amazing hair salon down the street, or yes, even a freelance writing business. It\u2019s about creating something that serves your community and (hopefully) pays your bills.<\/p>\n<p>This path can be incredibly rewarding, but it usually takes longer to scale. My first year? I had to take a part time job to keep the lights on.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-digital-nomad-entrepreneurship\">Digital nomad entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image__wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img alt=\"a person sitting on a street with a laptop\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1256px) 1200px, calc(100vw - 2.5rem)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=16x0 16w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=32x0 32w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=48x0 48w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=64x0 64w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=96x0 96w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=128x0 128w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=256x0 256w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=392x0 392w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=640x0 640w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=750x0 750w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=828x0 828w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=1080x0 1080w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=1248x0 1248w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=1920x0 1920w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=2048x0 2048w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image2-ie3bJZ.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Thanks to the work-from-anywhere revolution, this type has exploded. Digital nomads run their businesses from anywhere with decent WiFi. I\u2019ve got a friend who runs his entire content marketing agency from an RV (yes, really), and he\u2019s crushing it.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<div>\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Start with a home base before you go full nomad.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Trust me, trying to figure out business logistics while also hunting for reliable internet on the road is not fun.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-social-entrepreneurship\">Social entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>Want to make money AND make the world better? This is your jam. Think companies like TOMS Shoes or Patagonia \u2013 they\u2019re making bank while making a difference.<\/p>\n<p>Doing good can be good for business. People like to connect to companies that are giving back to their communities. And, if you do plan to start hiring help one day, people like working for companies that are doing good in the world.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-scalable-startup-entrepreneurship\">Scalable startup entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>This is for those dreaming big \u2013 like, \u201cI want to be the next Airbnb\u201d big.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This usually involves:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Getting investors excited about your idea<\/li>\n<li>Building something that can grow FAST<\/li>\n<li>Working like crazy for a few years<\/li>\n<li>Making investments that can ultimately lead to some form of <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/skills\/passive-income-ideas\">passive income<\/a> (or at least hiring help to take care of stuff for you)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-franchise-entrepreneurship\">Franchise entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>You could consider this to be entrepreneurship with training wheels. You get a proven business model, support, and a recognized brand. The catch? You have less creative freedom and have to play by someone else\u2019s rules.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-buyer-entrepreneurship\">Buyer entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>Why build from scratch when you can buy something that\u2019s already working? This is about finding existing businesses that need some TLC, buying them, and making them better. My favorite entrepreneur to learn about buying businesses from is <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.external.link.click\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/codiesanchez.com\/\">Codie Sanchez<\/a>. Just me?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Personal story<\/strong>: I actually considered this route a couple of years ago. Found a fun blog for sale that would\u2019ve been perfect to grow and scale\u2026 until I saw the price tag. Yikes. Way too rich for my blood, and I wasn\u2019t willing to take the risk of getting a loan to purchase it.<\/p>\n<p>But, a friend of mine saw a blog for sale, and <em>did <\/em>buy it. It took her more than a year to pay off the loan and she took a 9 to 5 job for more than a year to help with the payments &#8211; but now, she\u2019s earning consistent income with no boss or loan payments!<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-content-entrepreneurship\">Content entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p><a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/skills\/what-is-content-entrepreneurship\">Content entrepreneurship<\/a> is exploding right now and will continue well into 2025 and beyond. Think YouTubers, newsletter writers, podcasters \u2013 folks building businesses around their content. And yes, you can make real money doing this.<\/p>\n<p>One of the entrepreneurs I follow started in real estate and then randomly started a TikTok account with a video about her favorite makeup brand. Through content she now makes more in a week than she did on many of her real estate sales.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-legacy-entrepreneurship\">Legacy entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>This is about building something that\u2019ll outlast you. It\u2019s not just about making money \u2013 it\u2019s about creating a lasting impact. Think family businesses or companies with a mission bigger than their bottom line.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-iterative-entrepreneurship\">Iterative entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>Before you say \u201cbut copying is bad!\u201d hear me out. This is about taking what works in one market and adapting it for another. Like how we got DoorDash after Uber showed us that food delivery could work through its Uber Eats concept. It\u2019s not about copying exactly \u2013 it\u2019s about improving and adapting.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-hybrid-entrepreneurship\">Hybrid entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s something cool about 2025 \u2013 you don\u2019t have to pick just one type. Remember when I asked \u201cWhat is an entrepreneur?\u201d Well, not only is it a person who runs a business, it\u2019s a person who makes their own rules! I know plenty of entrepreneurs who are rocking multiple business models. You can too!\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-get-started-on-your-entrepreneur-journey\">How to get started on your entrepreneur journey<\/h2>\n<p>Okay, friend. This is where the rubber meets the entrepreneurship road. You\u2019ve got the entrepreneurial itch, you know what type of business speaks to you, and now you\u2019re ready to\u2026 completely freak out about where to start. Don\u2019t worry \u2013 I\u2019ve got you!<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<div>\n<p>I get it. It\u2019s really scary to venture out on your own as a business owner. And, not everyone succeeds. But,you <em>can <\/em>do this. I believe in you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Let me share the steps I wish someone had laid out for me back when I was just starting my business. And no, none of them involve writing a 50-page business plan or maxing out your credit cards. (Been there, don\u2019t recommend it.)<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-step-1-get-used-to-hearing-no-without-taking-it-personally\">Step 1: Get used to hearing \u201cno\u201d (without taking it personally)<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image__wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1256px) 1200px, calc(100vw - 2.5rem)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=16x0 16w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=32x0 32w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=48x0 48w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=64x0 64w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=96x0 96w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=128x0 128w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=256x0 256w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=392x0 392w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=640x0 640w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=750x0 750w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=828x0 828w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=1080x0 1080w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=1248x0 1248w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=1920x0 1920w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=2048x0 2048w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image5-bMuI1W.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s start with the tough stuff first. In my first month of business, I heard \u201cno\u201d so many times I started to think it was my new name. But here\u2019s the thing \u2013 each \u201cno\u201d is actually bringing you closer to a \u201cyes.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Quick story: I once pitched a potential client and got shot down so hard I considered sulking back to my soul-sucking day job stuffing envelopes for an insurance agency instead.<\/p>\n<p>Months later, I had so many customers I didn\u2019t know how I would be able to fill all my service orders. I kept going and asking more people if they needed a writer for their website, blog, newspaper (yep &#8211; I wrote for newspapers for a while), magazine &#8211; anything that needed content!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pro tips for handling rejection:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep a \u201cwins\u201d folder for nice emails and testimonials<\/li>\n<li>Remember that \u201cno\u201d often means \u201cnot right now.\u201d Many entrepreneurs look at the word no as an acronym for \u201cNext Opportunity!\u201d I personally really like that one.<\/li>\n<li>Treat each rejection as free market research<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-step-2-test-your-idea-before-you-bet-the-farm\">Step 2: Test your idea before you bet the farm<\/h3>\n<p>Before you quit your day job or sink your savings into fancy business cards, let\u2019s make sure people actually want what you\u2019re planning to sell. In 2025, this is easier than ever.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a simple landing page (seriously, it can be one page)<\/li>\n<li>Set up a \u201ccoming soon\u201d email list<\/li>\n<li>Share it with your target audience<\/li>\n<li>Watch what happens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>I cannot stress this enough: If your mom is your only subscriber, you might need to tweak your idea before <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/skills\/how-to-start-a-business\">starting a business<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-step-3-make-friends-with-ai\">Step 3: Make friends with AI<\/h3>\n<p>Look, I was adamantly opposed to hopping on the AI bandwagon. But in 2023, I had to adapt or literally lose three clients. I\u2019m still working on making friends with the AI overlords, but we\u2019re at least no longer mortal enemies!<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what AI can help you with:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Writing first drafts of your marketing copy<\/li>\n<li>Analyzing market trends and research documents<\/li>\n<li>Managing your social media calendar<\/li>\n<li>Handling basic customer service questions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Of course, we\u2019ve gotta be real here &#8211; AI will still need human oversight. You still need to inject your voice into your brand, and never forget about the human elements required to run your business.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-step-4-find-your-people-nbsp\">Step 4: Find your people\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>Remember how I mentioned crying into my Reese\u2019s cups earlier? What I didn\u2019t mention was the random Instagram DM exchange with another entrepreneur friend at 2 AM that helped me get through it. Your support network is everything.<\/p>\n<p>Where to find your entrepreneur besties:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Local business meetups (yes, they still exist in 2025!)<\/li>\n<li>Online communities in your industry<\/li>\n<li>Co-working spaces (virtual or physical)<\/li>\n<li>Entrepreneur-focused social media groups<\/li>\n<li>Conferences &#8211; some of my best entrepreneur friends I met at conferences!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Personal tip: <\/strong>Find at least one person who\u2019s a few steps ahead of you in business. Their been-there-done-that wisdom is worth its weight in gold.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-step-5-start-small-but-think-big\">Step 5: Start small, but think big<\/h3>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to have everything figured out to start. My first website was basically digital duct tape and dreams, but it got the job done to showcase my work.<\/p>\n<p>My money mentor Denise Duffield Thomas says that being a business owner is not hard. You just need two things &#8211; something to sell, and to make offers to people. That\u2019s it, and she runs a multimillion dollar per year business these days.<\/p>\n<p>I recommend starting with:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One clear offering<\/li>\n<li>One target customer type<\/li>\n<li>One marketing channel<\/li>\n<li>One goal for your first month<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Then build from there. You know the old eating an elephant trope \u2013 you do it one bite at a time. (Though maybe don\u2019t use that analogy in your marketing materials.)<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-step-6-get-comfortable-with-being-uncomfortable\">Step 6: Get comfortable with being uncomfortable<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s something nobody tells you: that feeling of being slightly overwhelmed and not quite sure what you\u2019re doing? It never completely goes away. And that\u2019s okay! In fact, that\u2019s where some of the magic happens.<\/p>\n<p>The truth is as we go into 2025 and beyond, things will move so fast that everyone will need to constantly be learning. The successful entrepreneurs aren\u2019t the ones who know everything \u2013 they\u2019re the ones who are willing to figure it out as they go.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-step-7-set-up-your-digital-home-base\">Step 7: Set up your digital home base<\/h3>\n<p>In 2025, your online presence is everything. But don\u2019t get overwhelmed \u2013 start with the basics.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what I recommend as your first items for your digital home:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A simple website (your name .com if you can get it!)<\/li>\n<li>One or two social media platforms (pick where your people actually hang out)<\/li>\n<li>A professional email address (sorry, sexymama2468@hotmail.com won\u2019t cut it)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As you implement these steps, don\u2019t forget that <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/mindset\/self-compassion-in-entrepreneurship\">entrepreneurs need to have self-compassion<\/a>. You might not figure everything out quickly, and that\u2019s okay. Just don\u2019t give up. If you really want to do this, keep showing up, putting in the reps, and you will find your way forward.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-top-10-resources-to-start-working-on-your-business\">Top 10 resources to start working on your business<\/h2>\n<p>Alright, let\u2019s talk resources! And no, I\u2019m not going to tell you to \u201cjust Google it\u201d (though let\u2019s be real, we all do that). Instead, I\u2019m sharing the tools and resources that have actually helped real entrepreneurs \u2013 including yours truly \u2013 get their businesses off the ground.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-1-godaddy-s-ready-to-be-an-entrepreneur-guide\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">1. GoDaddy\u2019s \u201c<a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.how-to.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/how-to\/ready-to-be-an-entrepreneur\">Ready to Be an Entrepreneur?<\/a>\u201d guide<\/h3>\n<p>This video guide breaks down all the nitty-gritty stuff like:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Knowing your why<\/li>\n<li>Startup costs<\/li>\n<li>Vetting your ideas and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Plus it\u2019s free! And who doesn\u2019t like free?<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-2-score-mentorship-program\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">2. <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.external.link.click\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/www.score.org\/find-mentor\">SCORE mentorship program<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Want to talk to someone who\u2019s been there, done that, and got the t-shirt? SCORE connects you with retired executives who volunteer their time to help new entrepreneurs. I still meet with my SCORE mentor every quarter, and she\u2019s saved me from many \u201cwhat was I thinking?\u201d moments.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-3-startup-podcasts-nbsp\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">3. Startup podcasts\u00a0<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image__wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img alt=\"a woman with her arms crossed\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"686\" height=\"386\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" style=\"color:transparent\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1256px) 1200px, calc(100vw - 2.5rem)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=16x0 16w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=32x0 32w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=48x0 48w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=64x0 64w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=96x0 96w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=128x0 128w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=256x0 256w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=392x0 392w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=640x0 640w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=750x0 750w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=828x0 828w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=1080x0 1080w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=1248x0 1248w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=1920x0 1920w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=2048x0 2048w, https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/image4-uJFynB.tmp_.jpeg?size=3840x0\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Because sometimes you need to learn while doing laundry:<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-4-the-small-business-administration-sba\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">4. <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.external.link.click\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sba.gov\/\">The Small Business Administration (SBA)<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>I know, government websites aren\u2019t exactly thrilling. But the SBA\u2019s website features helpful business resources \u2013 funding options, training programs, and even disaster assistance (which, trust me, you might need someday).<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-5-godaddy-s-30-day-business-challenge\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">5. GoDaddy\u2019s <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/30-day-start-a-business-challenge\">30-Day Business Challenge<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Want a kick in the pants to get started? This free challenge walks you through launching your business in 30 days.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-6-godaddy-s-guide-to-navigating-the-four-stages-of-entrepreneurship\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">6. GoDaddy&#8217;s guide to <a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.internalblog.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/resources\/mindset\/four-stages-entrepreneur-journey\">Navigating the Four Stages of Entrepreneurship<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>This comprehensive guide breaks down the entrepreneurial journey into four key stages: Dream It, Create It, Grow It, and Manage It. It&#8217;s built on real experience from millions of entrepreneurs and includes practical advice for each stage, plus insights on crucial elements like connecting with other business owners and maintaining work-life balance.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-7-ai-tools-that-actually-help\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">7. AI tools that actually help<\/h3>\n<h3 id=\"h-8-financial-tools-for-people-who-hate-math-nbsp\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">8. Financial tools for people who hate math\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>Because numbers are important, even if they make your head hurt:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.external.link.click\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/www.waveapps.com\/accounting\">Wave<\/a> (free accounting software for small businesses)<\/li>\n<li><a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.product.link.click\" rel=\"follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" href=\"https:\/\/www.godaddy.com\/payments\/invoicing\">GoDaddy Invoicing<\/a> (getting paid is important)<\/li>\n<li><a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.external.link.click\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/quickbooks.intuit.com\/\">QuickBooks<\/a> (when you\u2019re ready to get serious about your finances)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"h-9-mental-health-resources\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">9. Mental health resources<\/h3>\n<p>Look, entrepreneurship can be lonely and stressful. These have been lifesavers for me:<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-10-the-ultimate-time-saver-bundle\" style=\"font-size:var(--fs-heading-5)\">10. The ultimate time-saver bundle<\/h3>\n<p>These are the tools I use daily to keep my sanity:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.external.link.click\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/\">Calendly<\/a> for scheduling<\/li>\n<li>Google Sheets for project management (I\u2019ve tried Trello, Asana, and Clickup, but Google Sheets works best for me)<\/li>\n<li><a data-eid=\"publishing.library.entrepreneurship.external.link.click\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loom.com\/\">Loom<\/a> for quick video messages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Bonus resource: Your own intuition<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can read every book, take every course, and follow every guru out there. But at some point, you\u2019ve got to trust your gut. Your intuition is effectively your entrepreneurial GPS \u2013 it might take you on some weird routes, but it usually knows where it\u2019s going.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-the-bottom-line-you-can-make-it-as-an-entrepreneur-in-2025\">The bottom line &#8211; you <em>can <\/em>make it as an entrepreneur in 2025<\/h3>\n<p>Starting a business in 2025 might seem overwhelming, but remember \u2013 every successful entrepreneur started exactly where you are right now: staring at their computer screen, wondering if they have what it takes.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m betting if you read through this entire guide, you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Just take it one step at a time, use these resources wisely, and don\u2019t forget to step away from your laptop occasionally and, you know, breathe.<\/p>\n<p>If I can do it, so can you. Now get out there and make it happen!\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2007, I made the decision to start my own business. And goodness knows I made a lot of mistakes along the way. Many times, I\u2019ve wondered if I had what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Perhaps you can relate. 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