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Top 10 Business Tools I Use To Run My Business
Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio

Top 10 Business Tools I Use To Run My Business

As a business owner that’s obsessed with online tools and apps that make running your business easier, I’m always curious to see what tools other people are using. And hey, I figure there’s gotta be more people like me around so I thought I’d share my top business tools I can’t run my business without. I’m giving you a complete breakdown of each tool and how I use it and I hope you find this post helpful and it helps you decide which tools you want to use in your business.

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Seven ways to book more clients from your website
Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio

Seven ways to book more clients from your website

If you’ve been following me for a while, you probably know I like to say your website is your Business Best Friend Forever, or BBFF for short. The reason I say this is because once you create a smart and strategic website, it can turn into your lead generation machine and basically make it easier to book clients on autopilot. A smart and strategic website means you don't have to spend countless time selling on social media or in person or go to countless networking events.

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The Essential Business Stats Every Business Owner Should Track
Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio

The Essential Business Stats Every Business Owner Should Track

I don’t know about you, but I love me some numbers. As much as I hate(d) math in school, that’s how much I love keeping track of my business statistics. Here’s the deal babe -- if you don’t keep track of these statistics, you won’t know how well you’re doing in business. And that’s no good. So grab my Brand Growth Spreadsheets and start tracking your numbers!

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6 Red Flags to Avoid When Working With a Web Designer
Branding and Design, Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio Branding and Design, Business and marketing Ana Lea Amelio

6 Red Flags to Avoid When Working With a Web Designer

While SQSP makes it easy to get your site up and running, there comes a point in your business where you need a professional touch and an expert desginer’s hand (and eyes!). Finding the right designer is a lot like marriage -- find the wrong one and you'll be pulling your hair out and fleeing for the nearest exit. Find the right designer and you'll be in seventh heaven -- constantly coming back for more.

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