Advice Archives

Smart Advice is our community-driven Q&A section. Each issue we solicit our favorite reader-submitted questions and ask one of our Smart Hustle Mentors, all of which are esteemed subject matter experts. Have a question you’d like to field to the Smart Hustle Mentors? Click HERE.

By Morgan GertlerAdvice, Marketing, Sales, Your Smart HustleSmart Hustle Interviews

Build a Community and the Sales Will Follow: Insights on Product Development

Have you ever turned to YouTube.com to learn a new skill or how to level-up your appearance? You're not alone. Many people turn to this major video publisher to learn better techniques for everyday use. Joseph Andrew, co-founder of BluMaan.com, knew that there were men looking for better hair care products for their needs....

By Sandeep BabuAdvice, Interview, Your Smart Hustle

Save Time By Automating Your Financial Process (Interview & Bonus Tips from Bill.Com Founder)

Are you struggling to grow your business? The ongoing pandemic has hurt most small businesses. And many of these affected businesses are still finding it difficult to stay afloat. However, there are some entrepreneurs whose grit never let them give up. Ramon Ray recently interviewed René Lacerte, the founder of Bill.com - one of the nation’s...

By Sol DolorAdvice, Covid19, eCommerce, Marketing, Tips, Trends, Your Smart Hustleemail marketing

2 Dominant Small Business Trends for 2020

Two dominant small business trends for 2020 that Mailchimp sees, according to John Foreman. Mailchimp’s chief product officer tells Ramon Ray that COVID-19 has transformed the business landscape this year. More importantly, that fact means the trends show how small business leaders are finding success amid the pandemic. John has been at Mailchimp for a while....

By Morgan GertlerAdvice, Covid19, Technology

How AT&T is Supporting Small Businesses

Chris Donan works for AT&T Business as the VP of Business Sales. His job is to serve small, medium-sized businesses across the United States. He has the responsibility of leading and working alongside 1,300 solutions and technology specialists that work directly with small businesses. They also support their needs through the COVID-19 crisis. Small...

By Morgan GertlerAdvice, Covid19Smart Hustle Interviews

How to Find the Path to Success During COVID-19

Our three speakers from this Survive and Thrive episode have diverse backgrounds but are experts in what they do. You'd be hard-pressed to find anyone who hasn't experienced the highs and lows of business. Whether you run your own company or work for a large brand, part of life is experiencing success and failure....

By Morgan GertlerAdvice, Covid19, Tipsmoney

How Flexible Thinking Can Help Your Small Business Thrive During COVID-19

Elizabeth Gore spoke at the Survive and Thrive Summit about how flexible thinking can be an asset for small business growth. Hosted and produced by Ramon Ray of Smart Hustle Media, the first two Summits were held earlier in 2020 and the next one will be in spring 2021. It's free! If you don't...

By Morgan GertlerAdvice, Covid19, Lifestylelifestyle, productivity, Smart Hustle Interviews

Small Business Trends CEO Talks Productivity During COVID-19

Anita Campbell of Small Business Trends was the keynote speaker at the Survive and Thrive Summit about productivity related to COVID-19. Hosted and produced by Ramon Ray of Smart Hustle Media, the first two Summits were held in April and August of 2020 with the next one coming in Spring 2021. It's free, so...

By Morgan GertlerAdvice, Public Speaking, Your Smart HustleSmart Hustle Interviews

Want to Be a Great Speaker? Public Speaking Advice from an Expert

Have you ever stepped up to the podium to give a presentation or make a speech? You might have felt a bit shaky, sweaty, or even considered bailing at the last minute. But there are people who are actual professional public speakers and do it on a regular basis. We’ve got some great tips...

By Sol DolorAdvice, Operations, Tips

8 Ways a Biden Administration Will Impact Your Business

President Biden and Vice President Harris will be sworn in on January 20th, it appears. How will a Biden administration impact small business? We've compiled policy promises made by the Biden-Harris campaign. Similarly, the former vice president has a three-and-a-half-decade history as a legislator. These promises and his history should provide insight into what small...

By Morgan GertlerAdvice, Covid19, Marketing, Your Smart Hustlebusiness interview

Parenting and Business Growth During COVID-19: Here’s How They Did It

If you’re a new business owner during COVID-19, then you know your original business strategy has had to change. Janie Burkett is one of those business owners. Her business, TheBiscuit Bar, had to go through new phases of growth during the pandemic. And she even had a new baby to take care of as...