Ep 294: Just Getting Started? Don't Waste Your Time on These Things!
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Sep 9, 2025
New entrepreneurs often get sidetracked by distractions like logo design and social media posts, which don't actually drive profit. It's crucial to avoid wasting time on unnecessary tasks like forming an LLC or investing in software early on. Instead, focus on developing your product, understanding your audience, and refining your sales process. Learn which steps to delay for quicker progress and discover the core essentials that will help you generate sales and momentum in your business journey.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE
Delay Logo Perfection
Do not perfect your logo or branding aesthetic before you start selling and testing your business idea.
Use a simple name or initials in a clean font to look professional and build trust quickly.
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Keep Your First Website Minimal
Avoid building a fancy multi-page website from scratch just to launch.
Start with a simple one-page or small site focused on what you need to sell right now.
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Post With Purpose, Not Frequency
Don't post daily on social media without a clear strategy and funnel.
Consider fewer, intentional pieces of content and know exactly where you send that traffic.
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When you’re just getting started with your business, it can be so tempting to spend time on all the “fun” things like designing the perfect logo, building a fancy website, or posting every day on social media. But here’s the thing: those tasks don’t actually move the needle when it comes to making money.
In this episode, I’m sharing the common mistakes I see new entrepreneurs make that end up wasting precious time and slowing down their progress. I’ll explain which activities you can safely postpone, like forming an LLC, creating complicated sales funnels, or investing in expensive software, and why focusing on them too soon can actually hold you back.
Instead, I’ll show you what to prioritize right now: your product, your target audience, and your sales process. These are the core essentials that will help you start earning sooner and give you the momentum to grow.
If you’re in the early stages of building your business, this episode will help you cut through the noise, stop spinning your wheels, and zero in on what actually matters most.
Listen to the full episode to hear:
The tasks that seem important but won’t help you make money yet
What to focus on first to build momentum and generate sales
Why delaying certain “official” steps can actually speed up your progress
How to avoid the distractions that hold most new entrepreneurs back
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