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Sprinkle a little Pumpkin Spice on your Business

by Aileen McDonough

Everything’s coming up pumpkin this month, so I thought it would be a good time to review a book I read that has truly changed things for my business. This book, The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz‎, was recommended to me by my numbers guru, Stephanie Robl at Ten Key, Inc. Bookkeeping and Accounting. Stephanie read the book and reviewed it on her blog, so I had to check it out! The book is based on the way farmers grow HUGE, award-winning pumpkins, and it outlines a very simple process for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs, Marketing Magic Tagged With: book review, business development, business growth, business strategy, Entrepreneur, favorite books, small business, small business owner, The Pumpkin Plan

Photo Shoot with Providence-area Interior Designer

by Aileen McDonough

We love to celebrate our clients by featuring them on our website and blog. You’ll see their pictures everywhere when you’re here, because they’re the reason we’re in business! We never take their trust in us for granted. Recently, I had the opportunity to work with Robin Garceau, of Robin Garceau Interiors. See that link I just included? Click it now, because honestly, the pictures of her gorgeous portfolio truly speak for themselves. From coastal homes in Newport to historic properties in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs

Taking the Time to Care for Ourselves: An Interview with Carla Hall

by Aileen McDonough

A couple months ago, I had an absolutely fantastic super awesome opportunity. I was asked to interview TV personality Carla Hall of ABC’s “The Chew” and to see her and several other fantastic super awesome women at the 2016 Bryant University Women’s Summit. Dude, that is seriously my job. I had such a good time talking with Carla and then listening to her wonderful keynote that I got that thing people get about celebrities where they start to think of them as their new pretend BFF. You … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs, News Tagged With: ABC, blog, Bryant University Women’s Summit, Carla Hall, interview, Rhode Island Small Business Journal, RI business, RISBJ, self care, The Chew

What is a “Reasonable Price” for Creative Services?

by Aileen McDonough

Very often, I am asked if a creative professional I recommend is "reasonably priced." I don't know what that means. In the current market, for example, logo design can cost you anywhere from $5 to $50,000 (or more--the new Rhode Island tourism logo, which is universally hated by Rhode Islanders, cost $1 million. Yet it was designed by the guy who came up with I♥NY, so who knows? Maybe it will be a sleeper hit.) What, exactly, is “reasonable”? The definition of professional is someone who … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs, Words on Websites Tagged With: amateur, blog, blog tips, budget, creative services, Entrepreneur, professional, SBO, small business

Photo Shoot at Attleboro, MA Historical Site

by Aileen McDonough

Recently, 3am Writers worked with Kensington Real Estate Brokerage to create press releases and other pieces for online content and social media. I always enjoy working with photographer Jen Osojnicki (she makes me look good!) and I welcomed the chance to connect with my longtime client and fellow Social Media Diva, Sheryle DiGirolamo. Sheryle is a local REALTOR®and owner of Kensington Real Estate Brokerage, a boutique real estate firm with offices at 214 North Main Street in Attleboro, MA … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs Tagged With: blog, clients, photographer, photography, real estate, realtor, SBO

3am Writers: Out in the World for Our Clients

by Aileen McDonough

One of the big things we like to communicate on our website is how our company, 3am Writers, works with clients. I’m rarely just sitting in front of a computer in my jammies (although that is truly my favorite way to write, I won’t lie to you.) Most of the time, we’re out in the world, interacting with our clients and their customers, learning, and getting inspiration. A picture is worth a thousand words, so I called upon my good friend and fellow creative, Jen Osojnicki, to take some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs Tagged With: blog, client inspiration, featured client, photo shoot, photographer, photography, website images, websites

Making “Buy Local” a Delicious Reality

by Aileen McDonough

The Rhode Island Small Business Journal, or RISBJ, is a local business magazine featuring articles from professionals and business owners. In a few short years, it has become the premier business publication and the go-to resource for entrepreneurs of every stripe: aspiring, first-time, and experienced.   I’m very proud to have had articles published in RISBJ! Check out the article below, and let me know what you think in the comments!   RISBJ vol 1 issue 5 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs Tagged With: buy local, eat local, local farms, locavore, Rhode Island Small Business Journal, RISBJ

The Five Senses for Small Business Success

by Aileen McDonough

The Rhode Island Small Business Journal, or RISBJ, is a local business magazine featuring articles from professionals and business owners. In a few short years, it has become the premier business publication and the go-to resource for entrepreneurs of every stripe: aspiring, first-time, and experienced.   I’m very proud to have had articles published in RISBJ! Check out this article on how the Providence College basketball coach inspired me to work on my business. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs, Marketing Magic Tagged With: Providence College, Providence College basketball, Providence College basketball coach, Rhode Island Small Business Journal, RISBJ, SBO

Lessons from a Lipstick

by Aileen McDonough

The Rhode Island Small Business Journal, or RISBJ, is a local business magazine featuring articles from professionals and business owners. In a few short years, it has become the premier business publication and the go-to resource for entrepreneurs of every stripe: aspiring, first-time, and experienced. I’m very proud to have had articles published in RISBJ! Check out this article on what direct sales taught me about running a business. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs, Marketing Magic Tagged With: marketing, Rhode Island Small Business Journal, RISBJ, sales, sales skills, SBO

Where to Put your Focus: Business Lessons from a Yoga Practice

by Aileen McDonough

The Rhode Island Small Business Journal, or RISBJ, is a local business magazine featuring articles from professionals and business owners. In a few short years, it has become the premier business publication and the go-to resource for entrepreneurs of every stripe: aspiring, first-time, and experienced. I’m very proud to have had articles published in RISBJ! Check out this article ….. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrating Entrepreneurs Tagged With: Entrepreneur, goal setting, goals, Rhode Island Small Business Journal, RISBJ, SBO

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