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Feb 23, 2016

Betsy Helmuth discusses her journey in starting a small business, shares insights from experts like Donny Deutch and Seth Godin, and answers listener questions on topics like personal styling and logo creation. She also announces her new storefront and encourages listener engagement.

0:00 Introduction to premium membership
1:17 Introduction by Betsy Helmuth
1:32 Betsy's business journey
3:21 Topic of the episode: Starting a small business
5:04 Mandy's question on starting a personal stylist business
7:20 Best business advice from Donny Deutch
8:59 Importance of a website
11:48 Importance of working for free initially
12:40 Niching down your target market
13:44 Advice from Seth Godin
15:23 Catherine Heller's question on creating a logo
20:51 Encouragement for listener questions
21:08 Betsy's new storefront announcement
22:45 YouTube channel and social media announcements
24:16 Credits and closing remarks

- You don't need a high-end designer or a lot of money to achieve a luxurious look in your home. 
- Building a successful small business often starts with working for free to gain experience, testimonials, and portfolio content. 
- Choosing a clear, descriptive business name and developing a professional website can significantly impact your business's visibility and credibility.

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