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6 Must-Have Tools for the Modern Business Owner
How many plates do you currently have spinning in the air? Too many, right?! Thankfully we have easy access to technology that makes it easier than ever to be organized and productive. Six of our awesome members helped us put together a list of their favorite workspace tools and platforms for modern business owners who care about functionality, aesthetics and their bottom line. Cheers to saving time and taking your business to the next level.
9 Things 2022 Taught Us
It's hard to believe that we're already coming to a close with 2022! It feels like only yesterday that we were ringing in the new year with all of our hopes and dreams for the future. As we approach the end of the year, it's a good time to reflect on the lessons we've learned so far. Check out what 9 of our members had to say.
Cheers to growth and success in 2022 and beyond!
7 CEOs Share What They're Manifesting in Q3
As we move through the third quarter of the year, it's the perfect time to take stock of our lives and businesses and set some intentions for the months ahead. We have 7 AMAZING members sharing their Q3 intentions and a peek into what they’re manifesting. Whatever your plans are for the next few months, I wish you all the best in achieving them. Here's to an amazing Quarter 3!
Here's How 8 Entrepreneurs are Prepping for Retirement
Business owners are visionaries! You’ve taken an idea and turned it into something tangible that sustains your beautiful life. Here’s the thing– I want your vision for yourself to expand even more so present and future you are taken care of. This month’s blog is all about how real business owners are prepping for a secure & happy future by setting up financial freedom & retirement strategies TODAY. Hear from 8 amazing women on how they’re actively working towards a secure financial future.
7 CEOs Share Their 2022 Word of The Year
We’re in the year 2022… can you believe it?! We are continuing to survive a global pandemic. We are continuing to rise against challenges we’ve never faced before. We are continuing to show up as our fullest selves and be open to growth. That’s a lot to celebrate, girl. So let’s keep the confetti vibes going with 2022 words of the year.
11 Podcasts to Rock Your Holiday Break With
Merry Christmas and happy holidays! I hope you have an amazing holiday break and enjoy plenty of your favorite hobbies and time with family. But most of all, I hope you get some great rest. You’ve earned it, you hard-working babe, you! Enjoy some inspirational podcasts (and YouTube channels!) over the break.
7 CEOs Share How They Set Boundaries in Their Business
Let’s talk about the “B” word– Boundaries! It’s impossible to do 2 things without boundaries… 1) enjoy your day-to-day experience as a business owner and 2) scale your business. Without boundaries, you’re headed for burnout city. Thankfully we have 7 amazing She-E-Os to share what boundaries they have in their business and how it’s helped them maintain their sanity & joy.
Cheers to 4 years of Babe Crafted!
As of this Saturday, we are officially 4 years old! In some ways I find it hard to believe that I’ve been working from home for 3 year, am an entrepreneur and created my own job, and that over 230 women have been part of our membership and we currently have members in 10 states and 2 countries. I’d love to share some of my obstacles and successes with you from when I launched my business to today. Let’s dive in!
5 Ways to Approach Potential Clients Without Being Salesy
We’ve all heard the saying, “when push comes to shove” right? Today we’re talking about leaving the ‘push’ at home and focusing instead on how to pitch in an authentic, helpful way. Take a few moments to look over what 5 CEOs are saying works best for them when it comes to connecting one on one with their ideal client and presenting what they have to offer.
18 Black-owned Podcasts We Know You'll Love
Happy Black History Month, babes! We’re celebrating by highlighting Black-owned podcasts we love. Find your new favorite podcast and get introduced to Black creatives & entrepreneurs. We challenge you to listen to an episode from each of the podcasts below! Kick things off with real conversations about friendship with Danielle’s Friend Forward podcast and round out your month with Courtney Sanders’ podcast on all things entrepreneurship and faith.
Why New York is a Great Place for Female Entrepreneurs
More and more women are taking over the entrepreneurial scene, and the 2019 Annual State of Women-Owned Businesses Report states that female-led enterprises now represent 42% of all businesses in the country. Although the entire world is your oyster, a great place to kick off your self-made journey is New York.
3 Ways to Be an Inclusive Business Owner
“When you know better, do better.” I’ve been recalling this quote from Maya Angelou often lately and thought it was especially fitting today, because we’re making it a point to chat about Inclusivity, babes. I want you to recognize what you could have done better in the past, but not get stuck on it. Why? Because together we are moving towards running businesses & brands that are not just welcoming on the surface, but that are truly welcoming and supportive for Black women and women of color.
How 7 Entrepreneurs are Celebrating National Book Lovers Day
Babes, August 9th is National Book Lover’s Day! What better way to celebrate than by asking our boss babes to share what they consider is their favorite business book. These books have helped these fellow boss babes in the past and now you can read them to help you on your very own boss babe journey. Time to create that Amazon book list ladies because you’ll be adding all these reads.
4 Ways To Make Inclusivity A Priority In Your Business
“When you know better, do better.” I’ve been recalling this quote from Maya Angelou often lately and thought it was especially fitting today, because we’re making it a point to chat about Inclusivity, babes. Here are 4 business owners sharing how they make Inclusivity a priority in their business and how you can, too.
Cheers to 3 years of Babe Crafted!
As of this Friday, we are officially 3 years old! In some ways I find it hard to believe that I’ve been working from home for 3 year, am an entrepreneur and created my own job, and that over 170 women have been part of our memberships and we currently have members in 8 states. I’d love to share some of my obstacles and successes with you from when I launched my business to today. Let’s dive in!
4 Ways To Move Your Biz Forward During COVID
Hey, babe! How are you feeling these days? Your feelings are 100% valid, so if your answer is ‘good, could be better’ or ‘ahhhhhhh!’ I hear you. I know a big question coming from entrepreneurs right now is ‘how do I promote my business during COVID?” Here are some ways you can ask for help and move your business forward that are not sales-centric.
The Best US Cities for Female Entrepreneurs
Over the past few decades, business leadership largely remained in the domain of men. But today, we are in the midst of a powerful and exciting shift, as women are not only beginning to take their seat at the table, but are also pioneering their own business ventures. And if you're looking to do the same but are unsure of where to begin, we've rounded up some of the best cities for female entrepreneurs in America.
6 Steps to Manage Your Bookkeeping Like a Boss
Hey there! I’m Katie Hardie, the Owner of Hardie CPA. I’m a member of Babe Crafted & have also written a Guest Blog on how to find out what’s deductible in your business and I wanted to continue the conversation! Proper bookkeeping & recordkeeping are essential parts of running your own business. A little continuous effort can save a lot of frustration later.