SkillPreneurs are making a comeback!

For so long, we have been taught that we needed a big idea to start a business. However, that is not the case anymore given the rising popularity of side hustles (see previous post on gig economy). You can use your skills AKA hobbies to generate income for yourself right away. Skip creating the LLC, S, or C corp and paying the never ending business registration fees every year. You now have the ability to instantly make money with your phone or computer; no business registration required. All you need is your unique skillset.
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What do you do that you would do anyway, even if you don’t get paid a cent? It can be a unique talent or skill such as doing hair, landscaping, photography, creative writing, AI prompting, drawing, etc. We are all multi-dimensional individuals with talents or skills known or unknown. We just have to figure out ways to monetize our skillsets and make our target audience aware. There are now multiple ways to get our unique product or services out in the open such as paid advertising, social media, and word of mouth advertising. Now, more than ever before, it is easier to get eyes on our side hustle/business. Our perfectionism is the only thing that is holding us back.

We have to be willing to step outside ourselves and do what makes us uncomfortable. We will not get anywhere doing the same thing over and over again. Do not be afraid to pursue your creative passions. We all need something out of work that brings us joy. Something that is just for us that doesn’t involve us receiving a paycheck or giving away something of ourselves for free. It should not matter how much money you make; consider it disposable income you normally would not have. The most important thing is that it connects you to your passion and offers you self-fulfillment.
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If you want to learn how to be profitable with your skillset, consider getting connected to a skilled entrepreneur or Mentor. They can help you move from side hustle to business and get you on the right track. They can assist you with mastering your craft and helping you figure the best way to structure your business for your industry. Mentors are folks with lived experience who can assist with avoiding missteps so you can have a clearer, straightforward path to success.
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We offer access to skillpreneurs through our mobile app, Wite Collar. Simply download our app and you will be instantly matched to a Mentor in your preferred industry/industries. Our app is available on Google Playstore and Apple Appstore. Our app is an open access platform so anyone can join as a Mentor, offering widespread access to Mentorship. We hope that you will join our community to learn how to turn your skillset into profit!