While I’m waiting for our first profile here’s a bit about me

Posted on November 17th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

I’m still waiting for the first interview questions to come back (successful online business women are v. busy) so thought I’d post up a personal profile to give you a bit more of an idea about me and my business.
Q) Can you tell me a little bit about the story so far?
I’ve been working on [...]

Albert’s advice on dreaming

Posted on November 14th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

Your imagination is your preview of life’s coming attractions.
- Albert Einstein
Thanks to Nikki : )

Moo Business Cards

Posted on November 13th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

I was having a rethink about spending $500 on 500 business cards this morning. I can think of plenty of other good ways to put $500 to use and considering I think it would use a lifetime to hand out 500 cards I was looking for an alternative.
I’d seen Moo’s Mini Cards on Flickr before [...]

Australian women running successful online businesses – it’s profile time!

Posted on November 11th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

I’m so excited to announce an upcoming profile of one of Australia’s online business success stories. I would love to make this a regular feature so check back soon for the first interview of many to come.

How not to launch a website

Posted on November 11th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

In the tradition of Trinny and Susannah, here’s a tip about how not to launch a website.
Do not send an email marketing campaign to your subscribers with an image promoting your new website and forget to add a link to the site.
This just arrived in my inbox

Looks good, I love a new website. I went [...]

Made by Girl

Posted on November 11th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

I was just browsing Made by Girl’s blog and came across some great advice for women starting up their business.  Created by Jennifer Ramos, Made by Girl is an online business that manufactures and designs recycled designer cards and digital prints.

Here’s what she says when asked about for advice about taking the first step to [...]

Service based start ups, the Internet and their websites

Posted on November 10th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

So the business that I’m currently starting up is a service based one – a website and marketing agency for small businesses.
My site is not an e-commerce site but it will be my number one sales tool.
If you’re starting up a service based business (eg. a consultancy or one person operation) think of your website [...]

Slowing down

Posted on November 10th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

Have decided to not launch my business till the New Year.
Half disappointed/half relieved – slow and steady wins the race they say.
I’m going away for 3 and 1/2 weeks over the Christmas New Year break so I don’t want to launch it then leave it. Businesses need love right.

7 Start up essentials you’ll need (from what I’ve learnt)

Posted on November 6th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

A dream. It takes courage to dream big and decide to design your life in a way that best suits you. It takes more courage to go after it.
Belief. In your self, your dream and your ability to achieve it. No matter what. Even when that doubtful voice in your mind says “but what if…” [...]

ATO, Sushi, Australia Post

Posted on November 6th, 2008 by Clare Lancaster

Was surprisingly easy to get my ancient ABN sole trader changed to my business name today. Also registered for GST all over the phone and is set up. Was dreading having to deal with the ATO so thank you Simon for your help!
Going out now to get Brunswick St Sushi, some Oriental Lilies and a [...]