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How to deal with online bullies and haters

Do you have an online bully or hater on your heels?

I’ve gotten my fair share of eff you emails from people complaining about my prices or just being mean spirited for no good reason.

The more you grow your business, the more likely you’ll come across a troll or two.

If you have a thick skin, you probably deal with this pretty well.

But for all of us sensitive folks, an encounter with an online bully can bring you down and suck your energy like a …

Do you have a crafty hobby that you’d like to turn into a professional business?

One where people take you seriously?

This is the important first question to ask before turning your passion into a full time career!

But how do you take that leap? How do you make things more official?

Are you unsure if you should post that cute photo of your kids on social media?

How much of your personal life do you share with your customers and readers?

And how behind-the-scenes in your business do you really expose to the public?

You might be in a phase in your business where these questions have come up for you. It depends on your business model… and how much you’re comfortable with sharing!

I know of business owners who play such a major role in their brand …

As a small business owner, this is one question that I know you might be asking.

Do you wait until you’ve set up your Etsy shop?

Or until you’ve gotten three pages worth of products in your shop?

Maybe you should only start promoting it after you’ve gotten some testimonials and feedback…

In today’s short video, I’ll give you my take on when you should start promoting (any) business!

Unlock a Profitable Handmade Business in Just 12 Weeks Without using Etsy or Social Media

Don’t chase success the hard way. Follow the same simple step-by-step system that I used to build multiple 6- and 7-figure online handmade businesses. Even if you hate selling, don’t have a large following, and aren’t techy.

How to get influencers, bloggers and celebrities to make your product go viral  

How to create demand for your brand and products and turn customers into raving fans

How to automate your store, reach more customers and make sales while you sleep

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