Self Made | Site-Wide Activity https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/ Activity feed for the entire site. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 01:39:42 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 02b848ba26bd559890000eefb7132589 Maria Sy wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1339 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 01:39:36 -0600 Scaling Through People: How to Build the Leadership Pipeline for Multi-Unit Success
Scaling Through People: How to Build the Leadership Pipeline for Multi-Unit Success

Many business owners dream about expanding to multiple locations. They invest in systems, marketing, operations, and growth strategies, expecting scale to naturally follow. Then reality sets in. One location…

]]> 0 a46724ecf19dd2bb3f79a71edbf67b89 Rex Fork wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1321 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 04:22:11 -0600 What Is an Auto Repair Franchise and How Does It Work?
What Is an Auto Repair Franchise and How Does It Work?

For many entrepreneurs, the automotive industry offers an appealing combination of stability and long-term demand. People rely on their vehicles every day, and those vehicles require regular maintenance, repairs,…

]]> 0 c9fc7f6176f63bbceefab233d392a48c Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1317 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:10:39 -0600 The Hidden Workforce Cost Undermining Industrial Performance

Industrial logistics, manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution operations depend on people performing thousands of physical tasks every day. While safety programs often focus on preventing accidents, a quieter…

]]> 0 d73687c8067ca6ba1913007d49e867f1 Katie Vlietstra wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1304 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:44:38 -0600 Skilled Trades Training Creates New Opportunities for America’s Self-Employed
Skilled Trades Training Creates New Opportunities for America's Self-Employed

America’s workforce is changing. As investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure, energy systems, broadband networks, and construction continue to grow, so does the demand for skilled trades p…

]]> 0 879c8f9a337b11ffa86ee6120b37ad08 Diandra Hake wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1297 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:16:18 -0600 What It Takes to Succeed in a High-Stakes Service Industry Like Property Restoration
What It Takes to Succeed in a High-Stakes Service Industry Like Property Restoration

Some industries operate on tight deadlines. Others operate under pressure. Property restoration businesses operate under both. When a homeowner experiences a flood, fire, storm, or other major property emergency,…

]]> 0 52884c35b39498072fc987a82b0508f1 Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1294 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:20:43 -0600 Skills, Credentials, and the Self-Employed Professional: What the Workforce Development Shift Means for Independent Business Owners

Employer demand for verifiable skills is reshaping how credentials are evaluated across the labor market. For self-employed professionals and small business owners, understanding this shift is a competitive…

]]> 0 58263145ec5db7752c1a1a155b9486a2 Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1286 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:31:49 -0600 A Practical Guide to Launching Your Business with Minimal Funds
A Practical Guide to Launching Your Business with Minimal Funds

For first-time founders and side-hustle starters trying to turn a skill into income, starting a business with minimal funds can feel like a constant trade-off between speed and safety. The core tension is simple:…

]]> 0 f47fdda106cad1f248f6b5a765fccba7 Briana Umana became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/336/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:57:01 -0600 0 2b7eaee3dd2d1372600236a43dbda652 Hustle Ground became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/335/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:56:59 -0600 0 5aeb141974b9ed558efa9d59b09e7d81 Maria Sy wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1279 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:03:16 -0600 From Treadmills to Rowers: The Best Machines for Calorie Burn
From Treadmills to Rowers: The Best Machines for Calorie Burn

When it comes to improving fitness or supporting fat loss goals, cardio machines are often one of the first places people start. They’re accessible, easy to adjust, and offer a clear way to track progress over t…

]]> 0 8b7829b4b8d63ab58d293e0c21316a62 Richard Mead wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1265 Wed, 20 May 2026 15:43:56 -0600 How AI Is Helping Small Businesses Build Financial Resilience – Beyond Tax Season
How AI Is Helping Small Businesses Build Financial Resilience – Beyond Tax Season

With Tax Day behind us and Financial Literacy Month coming to a close, many small business owners are taking a step back to look beyond annual filings and toward their overall financial health. For the…

]]> 0 54efcb389e78a0602fce09e6c862f14e Mindy wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1240 Thu, 07 May 2026 04:54:45 -0600 Why Automotive Repair Franchises Are a Smart Business Choice Today
Why Automotive Repair Franchises Are a Smart Business Choice Today

Starting a business always comes with risk. Markets shift, customer expectations change, and competition continues to grow. That’s why many entrepreneurs are looking for models that offer more stability and s…

]]> 0 11067beb1cf56f9f53040f8abaf4b880 Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1233 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:34:49 -0600 Save Time and Grow Your Business with These Essential Apps

For self-employed US individuals and new business owners, the workday can feel like a never-ending pileup of client requests, admin chores, and decisions that can’t wait. The core tension is simple: entrepreneur t…

]]> 0 d8cd6aac3579d885fad418f907657678 Briana Umana became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/328/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:09:15 -0600 0 9ce2a457614b59c95761fd395ac11c8f Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1225 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:45:21 -0600 The Silent Growth Killers: How Limited IT Visibility Drains Your Bottom Line
The Silent Growth Killers: How Limited IT Visibility Drains Your Bottom Line

Business technology is the nervous system of your organization. When that system lacks transparency, your company operates in a state of perpetual reactive stress, often referred to as a “visibility gap.” This gap…

]]> 0 e9626e482c61be95396cf1fe397c0e8e Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1220 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:57:25 -0600 Mastering Startup Capital as an Entrepreneur with a Disability
Mastering Startup Capital as an Entrepreneur with a Disability

Launching a business as an entrepreneur with a disability requires a strategic mix of financial instruments tailored to your operational needs. By blending non-repayable grants, low-interest microloans, and private…

]]> 0 0b243749520d839684ca2f330be5486d Eunice Smith wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1211 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:52:13 -0600 Why Investing in Employee Training Can Multiply Your Franchise Profits
Why Investing in Employee Training Can Multiply Your Franchise Profits

A franchise’s profitability is shaped by more than location, marketing, or product quality. The people interacting with customers every day often have the biggest influence on whether a business grows steadily or s…

]]> 0 931769dc20fd61539fb55da296e86011 Katie Vlietstra wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1204 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:53:28 -0600 AI Tools Are Helping the Self-Employed Work Smarter and Grow Their Businesses
AI Tools Are Helping the Self-Employed Work Smarter and Grow Their Businesses

At the National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE), we are committed to supporting the millions of independent workers, freelancers, and small business owners who power the American economy. Today, new…

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Top 4 AI Visibility Agencies for Well-Funded Startups Ready to Win AI-Driven Discovery

AI Visibility optimization is the strategic practice of engineering brand presence across AI-driven discovery platforms so companies are selected, cited, and recommended inside AI-generated responses. Unlike…

]]> 0 4d965deead943c403ce3236d76c7db1e Amy Rhoades wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1184 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 02:59:36 -0600 How to Start an Urgent Care: Key Considerations, Costs, and Growth Potential
How to Start an Urgent Care: Key Considerations, Costs, and Growth Potential

Healthcare is changing. Patients want faster access, transparent pricing, and care that fits into their schedules. At the same time, hospitals are facing overcrowded emergency rooms, and primary care providers…

]]> 0 0570ef9a803693d1c96320a0536d4d42 Best Bully Sticks Writing Team wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1179 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:58:08 -0600 Common Health Issues in Senior Dogs: How Early Intervention Helps
Common Health Issues in Senior Dogs: How Early Intervention Helps

As dogs get older, they can face new health problems. Dogs age much faster than we do, especially large breeds, and by around age seven, they’re considered seniors. But catching health issues early can mean the d…

]]> 0 334c14749fbcc123debde5dfc41cd494 Ann Schreiber became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/317/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:41:48 -0600 0 c38ab568089ddc3cf80ea5bfefac9c9e Best Bully Sticks Writing Team changed their profile picture https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/316/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:03:37 -0600 0 916cf7db403dac0f884a7b6689c2c941 Best Bully Sticks Writing Team became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/314/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:49:41 -0600 0 334e937437556920027d4a456370919e Eunice Smith wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1167 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 05:17:28 -0600 How to Effectively Market Your Sign Printing Franchise for Maximum Growth
How to Effectively Market Your Sign Printing Franchise for Maximum Growth

Running a sign printing franchise offers an exciting opportunity to serve businesses, events, and individuals who need custom signage to make their brands stand out. But in today’s competitive market, success d…

]]> 0 d81bd1f9250359d3e160af1f8301e906 Eunice Smith wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1160 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:51:14 -0600 Investing in a Printing Franchise Could Be Your Smartest Business Move Yet
Investing in a Printing Franchise Could Be Your Smartest Business Move Yet

In today’s competitive business world, entrepreneurs are constantly searching for reliable and profitable ventures that promise stability and growth. One such opportunity that continues to make waves in the i…

]]> 0 b3233286b1491e93478a0241afa087a2 Anthony Lucas wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1153 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:44:03 -0600 FBAR requirements for Self-Employed: Foreign account reporting

If you’re self-employed and work with international clients, maintain foreign business accounts, or operate as a digital nomad, you face critical tax compliance requirements beyond typical self-employment tax o…

]]> 0 ad590a14d7b13c8ef9579e74c6fc1528 Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1149 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:58:09 -0600 Non-VC Ways Entrepreneurs Finance Growth and Keep Control

Image: Freepik Early-stage entrepreneurs often face a stark choice: take outside capital and dilute ownership, or grow slower on their own terms. This article is about the third path—less obvious funding moves t…

]]> 0 e2c3a7b10a9475154442b35b948264c6 Beth M wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1135 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:21:45 -0600 Credit Card Challenges Self-Employed Workers Commonly Face
Credit Card Challenges Self-Employed Workers Commonly Face

Credit Card Challenges Self-Employed Workers Commonly Face Being self-employed often means trading predictability for flexibility. While that independence can be rewarding, it also changes how everyday financial…

]]> 0 e5637445468c809a246303304538c5b1 Joseph Muscente wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1130 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:47:09 -0600 How to Improve Your Credit When Business Income Fluctuates
How to Improve Your Credit When Business Income Fluctuates

If you’re self-employed with fluctuating income, you aren’t alone. One 2022 survey conducted by the talent platform Wripple found that 73% of freelancers identified inconsistent income as one of their primary cha…

]]> 0 dc1892fc1494c73d3dc69f40e6a27766 Maria Sy wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1123 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:45:34 -0600 Why Rapidly Growing Housing Markets Offer Strong Opportunities for Franchise Owners
Why Rapidly Growing Housing Markets Offer Strong Opportunities for Franchise Owners

Rapid population growth and housing expansion reshape local economies in measurable ways. As new homes are built and existing neighborhoods evolve, demand increases not only for real estate professionals but for…

]]> 0 9dadb60a3082772da0a3e4497476703a Jana Wakefield became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/303/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:29:43 -0600 0 08b1e7be1572cd88dadeaaeac65dc236 Irene Bell became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/302/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:09:40 -0600 0 b712a2b8feaafb2db7826d1695893e83 Eunice Smith wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1110 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 02:33:34 -0600 The Long-Term Value of Investing in a Home Improvement Brand
The Long-Term Value of Investing in a Home Improvement Brand

The home improvement industry has experienced sustained growth over the past decade, driven by rising homeowner interest in renovations, maintenance, and upgrades. Aging homes, lifestyle changes such as increased…

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Smart Investments: How The Irrigation Industry Is Shaping The Future Of Water Management

Homeowners and property managers everywhere want greener lawns, healthier landscapes, and lower water bills—without spending weekends dragging hoses.  That demand makes the question of, how to start an ir…

]]> 0 3fe97c8de572db3d812a213c0818a9b8 Amy Rhoades wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1074 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:14:12 -0600 Rebuilding Strength: How the Fitness Equipment Repair Business Is Powering the Future of Health-Tech Services
Rebuilding Strength: How the Fitness Equipment Repair Business Is Powering the Future of Health-Tech Services

The global fitness movement has never been stronger. From boutique studios and high-end gyms to home fitness spaces, people are investing more in their health—and the machines that help them achieve it. But as t…

]]> 0 866d783cba497b0023cec55695f5f029 Candace Sigmon wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1089 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:25:58 -0600 The Modern Leader’s Learning Toolkit: Staying Sharp Without Slowing Down
The Modern Leader’s Learning Toolkit: Staying Sharp Without Slowing Down

For many executives, the hardest part about professional development isn’t motivation—it’s time. Between back-to-back meetings, cross-time-zone calls, and nonstop decision loops, there’s little room for structu…

]]> 0 c5cba9ed0630c45a7c5fd816283e665a Joseph Muscente wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1098 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:21:07 -0600 One Account or Many? The Best Way to Manage Your Business Finances

If you’re a freelancer, entrepreneur or small business owner, you may already have a business bank account. It’s often the first step in separating business transactions from your personal finances. But you cou…

]]> 0 eaa3386ef9b04bb15c4c7ff7aecd4d6f Mindy wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1071 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:46:02 -0600 Drive More Customers to Your Door: Smart Marketing Tips for Automotive Repair Franchises

In today’s competitive business environment, franchise owners need more than great service to stand out—they need visibility. Knowing how to market your automotive repair franchises effectively can make all the dif…

]]> 0 a47597b871c24a893ae178ccece7e12a Rex Fork wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1066 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:40:29 -0600 Explore a Top Sandwich Franchise Opportunity
Explore a Top Sandwich Franchise Opportunity

For entrepreneurs ready to enter the food industry with a proven, supportive business model, few paths are as appealing as owning a sandwich franchise.  The quick-service restaurant (QSR) space continues to grow…

]]> 0 ee96ac3196ae2e3374b36ca9fa5b7175 Irene Bell became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/288/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:22:43 -0600 0 324b4f9b70398b8744cdc4ea10c30a7c Rex Fork became a registered member https://selfmade.nase.org/activity/p/287/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 14:22:41 -0600 0 8cc9f4d5cecd5d762be464e4e1e4f0d9 Briana wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1055 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:33:32 -0600 How Small Businesses Can Empower Customer Experience with Contact Center Support as They Scale
How Small Businesses Can Empower Customer Experience with Contact Center Support as They Scale

Growth signals progress for any small business, but it also stretches existing systems. Each new customer adds more to manage; more conversations, expectations, and details to get right, but when call volume…

]]> 0 fc8fd9e6f93fc19209aa68ffe6719f74 Grant Chen wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1047 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:31:36 -0600 How an Online MBA Finance Degree Prepares Entrepreneurs for the Next Big Pivot
How an Online MBA Finance Degree Prepares Entrepreneurs for the Next Big Pivot

Running a business today means navigating a landscape that shifts faster than most founders expect. Markets move with little warning, customer expectations evolve overnight, and a product that once felt perfectly…

]]> 0 a2d0085f12a090f6205b78aa6ed47714 Grant Chen wrote a new post https://selfmade.nase.org/?p=1044 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 03:02:28 -0600 From Idea to Income: Building a Financially Resilient Startup
From Idea to Income: Building a Financially Resilient Startup

Every new venture begins with an idea, but turning that idea into income requires more than enthusiasm. In today’s volatile economy, founders need a resilient startup model that can withstand disruption, adapt to c…

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