Whether you work a traditional 9-5, freelance on the side, or are a full-blown entrepreneur, at some point or another, you’re bound to be faced with a big client meeting. So how do you ensure you make a good first impression? Today my friend Jessica’s sharing some super awesome tips to help you do just... View Post The post How to Prepare for Your First Big Client Meeting appeared first on kay buell ..read more

Hey guys! Happy Wednesday! Today my friend Lettie is tackling a much-requested topic over here – how to find clients as a freelancer. Freelancing is an amazing way to generate income for yourself (I’ve been doing it for 5+ years now with my blog and blog coaching services: check out my blogging course here) but... View Post The post Freelancer’s Guide To Finding Clients – 4 Key Steps appeared first on kay buell ..read more

Hey there, friends! Today I’m super happy to be featuring an awesome guest post from my friend, Lettie. She’s sharing some spot-on tips for freelance writers – things you have to know if you wanna succeed in the industry. Keep on readin’ and let us know what you think! – More and more young people... View Post The post 5 Tips For Freelance Writers appeared first on kay buell ..read more

Thank you BB&T for sponsoring this post. What makes a good leader? It’s a question I’ve asked myself over and over again- especially back in the day when I was working in the corporate world. Today I’m fortunate enough to stay at home with my baby girl, but that doesn’t mean that the topic of... View Post The post 7 Characteristics of A Great Leader appeared first on kay buell ..read more

This post is sponsored by Boise POLARIS® Premium paper. As always, all opinions are my own. It’s the American dream – to own your own business. To be your own boss, do your own thing, and make something of yourself on your own terms. That’s honestly one of the reasons why I love this country... View Post The post What It Takes To Own Your Own Business appeared first on kay buell ..read more

I’m a little late to the party because this book is a bit old, but I just finished reading Gary Vaynerchuck’s Crush It: Why Now Is The Time To Cash In On Your Passion (listen to it for free here with a free Audible trial). You guys, if you’re a blogger or any kind of entrepreneur,... View Post The post 5 Tips For Entrepreneurs From Gary V appeared first on kay buell ..read more

Earlier this month I spoke on a panel at a conference hosted by my alma mater, FIU.  The panel was part of their Career Ready Conference – an awesome event hosted every year that focuses on preparing college seniors and recent alumni for career success. The whole point of the conference is to tackle the... View Post The post How To Be Successful – The Real Answer appeared first on kay buell ..read more

Today’s post was developed in collaboration with Strayer University. As always, all opinions are my own.  So you’re thinking about making a career change, huh? I’d say you’re at least flirting with the idea if you’re taking the time to read this. First things first, you’re not alone. Tons of people have been in your shoes... View Post The post How To Make A Career Change Like A Boss appeared first on kay buell ..read more

Riley has decided that it’s nice and cozy in my uterus, so no, she’s not here yet. Her official due date is Tuesday the 12th and the doctor won’t let her stay in longer than the 19th, so like it or not, baby girl, you’re making your grand entrance into this world pretty soon! Anyway,... View Post The post Returning To Work After Baby | My Future Career Plans appeared first on kay buell ..read more

I’m a big believer in untraditional career paths. Why? Well, because I think if you already know FOR CERTAIN what you want to do with your life when you’re just 18 years old, you’re one of the lucky few. For most of us though, we have no freaking idea, and we spend sometimes the rest... View Post The post My Untraditional Career Path | Why It’s Ok To Not Know What You Want To Do With Your Life appeared first on kay buell ..read more