Chances are that you’ve heard the claims that brick and mortar retail is dead. But this isn’t necessarily true. Sure, E-commerce is providing an extremely cheap and accessible platform for small business owners to set up their companies.

Today, the opportunity to work more flexibly and even manage a business from a distance is becoming a reality.  Many people dream about a lifestyle with more freedom and travel, and as a result of technology, today we are able to turn this fantasy into a reality.

Moving overseas to broaden your experience professionally and personally can be life-affirming. Whether you are heading off on a whim in an attempt to find employment or whether you are being seconded internationally with your current company, landing at a foreign airport with just your laptop, a backpack and a smile, can be something of a culture shock, especially if you don’t speak the language.

Once upon a time, not too long ago, the question was, “is it worth marketing my brand on Instagram?” But fast forward a matter of moments and that question has morphed into, “how the heck do I market myself on Instagram?”

The answer is an emphatic yes. You can transform a skill, hobby or passion into a business model if you take the right steps. This is all about making sure that you capitalize on the potential of the idea and ensure that you are pushing forward to make sure that your business is highly profitable and successful. Let’s look at some of the steps that you’ll need to take and the decisions to keep in mind here.

Trade shows are massive events, bringing hundreds- sometimes thousands of businesses together. Each company in attendance is in competition for the attention of the clients and decision makers looking for long term business relationships- so it’s important to stand out. Here are just a few things you can do to make an impact.

Cryptocurrencies are excellent ways to get paid as an entrepreneur. Now that there is extra awareness, it isn’t difficult to turn them into actual cash. Plus, it’s hard to trace and it removes the need for middlemen. So, there is no reason to pay a handling fee to someone who has done nothing to deserve the money.