Barbara Saunders is the Director of the International Association of Self-Employed Communication Professionals. Find out more about the group at http://www.IASECP.com. Sign up for our weekly newsletter and get a complimentary copy of our book "Ultimate Business Tips".

Why is it so hard for us to get that simple fact? It’s impossible to be the Captain of our own ship when we’re also trying to run the galley, swab the poop deck and shiver the timbers.

Traditionally, summer is pretty slow when it comes to business. What if you looked at summer as your very own Think Tank time – sort of like a summer camp retreat for your business? It’s an excell...

A lot of solo-base business people talk about the sense of isolation lately. When you’re in business, it’s important to recognize that your business needs ‘circulation’ as well. Your fears seem a ...

Twitter has become one of the most useful business-building tools out there. It’s quick and easy to use. And it’s powerful. The power of Twitter lies in the ability to build relationships and crea...