Christina DeBusk

Freelance writer, author, and small business consultant committed to helping entrepreneurs achieve higher levels of success.

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Codi Founder Shares Challenges, Triumphs, and Advice About Creating a National Brand

February 2, 2023

You’ve heard of Airbnb and VRBO, right? Companies like these allow you to travel to a new destination and have a place to stay that feels like home, without having to fork over money every month for a hefty mortgage payment. That’s the same type of service that Christelle Rohaut, the founder of …

2023 Edition: Best Business Advice for Solopreneurs, from Solopreneurs

December 20, 2022

I write an article for The Successful Solopreneur column every month. So, it’s not impossible to think that I sometimes cover similar topics a few times, even if from a different viewpoint. When I decided to make this month’s piece about business advice for solopreneurs, I thought I remembered …

How to Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet as a Solopreneur

December 2, 2022

With the end of 2022 rapidly approaching, my mind has already started to think about 2023. What will the year ahead look like for my one-person business? Perhaps most importantly, what actions can I take to make next year my best yet as a solopreneur? Here are a few of the things I have come up …

How to Prepare Your One-Person Business for the Holidays

October 27, 2022

The holidays are rapidly approaching. If you’re a solopreneur, being prepared is critical to getting through this season with your business (and your sanity) intact. If you handle the next few months appropriately, you may even end the year with a business that is stronger and more profitable than …

Preparing Your Business for a Natural Disaster: Lessons Learned from Hurricane Ian

October 7, 2022

On Wednesday, September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall in Coya Costa, Florida — which is less than 35 miles from my home. I was one of the fortunate ones to sustain minimal damage, also getting my internet and power back after just three days. So many others have lost everything, with search …

5 Helpful Podcasts Geared for Solopreneurs

August 24, 2022

I like listening to podcasts when walking outdoors, or to make my time indoors on the treadmill not seem so long. (Ever notice that time seems to slow drastically when you’re using a piece of exercise equipment?) I also use podcasts to help pass the time when traveling by air. While some listen …