Rick Smith

How To Work Backwards to Set Your Business Goals

On Day 3, we talked about increasing traffic, subscribers, and customers. Now, let’s take it a step further by setting clear, meaningful business goals using a reverse-engineering approach. Today, I want to share my thinking process for setting smart business goals with you. I like to work backwards from a financial goal to daily to-do

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How to Increase Your Traffic, Subscribers, and Customers

Growing your business isn’t just about working harder—it’s about working smarter. The key is using the right strategies to attract visitors, convert them into subscribers, and turn them into paying customers. But before you dive into growth strategies, it’s essential to understand where you stand. On Day Two, we discussed tracking your business metrics so

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Why Tracking Your Business Data is the Key to Growth

Before we get into today’s topic, make sure you’ve completed Day One, where we discussed the importance of business planning and setting clear goals. Read Day One here. Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Before setting ambitious goals, you must understand exactly where your business stands today. Without knowing your

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Why Business Planning Is the Secret to Your Success in 2025

Welcome to the 7-Day Business Planning Challenge Congratulations on taking the first step toward making this your best business year yet! Over the next seven days, we’ll explore key strategies to assist you with building a solid business plan that sets you up for success. Each day, we’ll tackle a different aspect of planning, breaking

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10 Life-Changing Benefits of Journaling for Online Entrepreneurs

Feeling overwhelmed juggling the demands of your online business? You’re not alone. The life of an entrepreneur often feels like a whirlwind of tasks, decisions, and ideas. But what if there was a simple, yet powerful tool that could bring clarity to the chaos, boost your productivity, and even help you achieve your goals faster?

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The Power of Persistence: What Online Entrepreneurs Can Learn from the Colorado River

My wife Sharon and I recently had the opportunity to visit Grand Canyon National Park. It’s been many years since our last visit. To say that our most recent visit exceeded our expectations is an understatement. We took a couple of bus tours which were incredible. One of them was the sunset tour. I have

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How to Take Smart Risks and Thrive in Your Online Business

Risk is part of every online business. Whether it’s launching a new product, trying a different marketing strategy, or investing in a tool you’re unsure about, you can’t avoid it. But here’s the thing: smart risks are what help you grow and stay ahead. Playing it safe might feel comfortable, but it usually means missed

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