Lorna Whiteaker - Business Beyond the Shoe Box

California Assembly Bill 5: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:December 1, 2019
Post category:Small Business Operations

Are you an independent contractor? California Assembly Bill 5 is changing things for small business owners and independent contractors

Why You Need an Operations Plan if you Work From Home

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:November 10, 2019
Post category:Business Plan

How your operations plan becomes a vital accountability tool when you work from home.

Strategic Planning for Your Small Business: Don’t Wait until Thanksgiving to Plan for Black Friday!

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:October 14, 2019
Post category:Strategic Planning

Four steps small business owners need to strategically plan a Black Friday Sale.

Learning How to Make Money With a Small Business Means No Shortcuts Allowed

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:September 1, 2019
Post category:How to Make Money

My dad taught me many valuable things about how to make money with a small business, but what he taught me about shortcuts has been invaluable.

The Biggest Obstacle in Starting Your Own Business

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:August 22, 2019
Post category:Starting a Business

Starting your own business in California is exciting. Don’t let the biggest obstacle in starting your own business stop your growth.

Inspirational Quotes for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners – Part 2

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:October 1, 2018
Post category:Business Tips Small Business Coaching

More Inspirational Quotes for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners

This Costly Mistake Hurts Business Growth Every Month

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:September 16, 2018
Post category:Business Growth Expert Grow My Business

Many business owners don’t realize they make this costly mistake every month and it’s hurting their business growth!

Do You Know These 3 Rules for Business Success?

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:September 11, 2018
Post category:Business Tips

What do truly great companies have in common? These 3 rules of business success have been found as a common link.

What Corporation Statement of Information Filing Assistance Companies Don’t Want You to Know

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:September 4, 2018
Post category:Business Tips

Are you looking for corporation filing assistance? Did you get something in the mail for an annual corporation statement? It isn’t nearly as expensive as they want you to think!

Inspirational Quotes for Entrepreneurs and Business Owners – Part 1

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:September 2, 2018
Post category:Business Tips Small Business Coaching

Inspirational Quotes for Entrepreneurs

Like most of today’s business owners, I'm a purpose-driven entrepreneur. I have more than 2 decades of experience as a business consultant, financial skills trainer and profits coach.
I take great joy from helping others learn and utilize the skills and financial savvy that are the building blocks of profitable, easy-to-run businesses.
My first year in business was disappointing. There is such a difference between knowing what to do and HOW to do it. Once I realized what I had missed, I was able to triple my income my second year. The real bottom line is that… the use of simple tools and effective strategies produces profound results.
Since then, I have been able to consistently make informed decisions, rise above my fears, and build a highly profitable business (that has become more than I ever expected it would). I am more confident and have the freedom that time and money make possible. While I still don’t like tax season, it is not a time of anxiety and dread.
For me, there has been nothing more exhilarating and fulfilling than being able to confidently take focused action, make a difference, make money, love my business, and have a life I love. It would be my honor to help you to learn how to do the same.