10 Things I’d Do Differently If I Started My Small Business in 2024

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Tammy Dinh
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - 00:50 Introduction
00:51- 02:14 Invest Back Into Your Business
02:15 - 03:35 Ask For Help/Build a Team
03:36 - 04:44 Sell On Your Own Website
04:45 - 06:35 Get a .Store Domain
06:36 - 07:47 Finances
07:48 - 08:26 Embrace AI
08:27 - 09:09 Social Media
09:10 - 09:49 Document Everything
09:50 - 10:41 Create a Community
10:42 - 11:56 Who Are You?

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[moodymargo]

I watched this last night twice. I just got a job as a full-time engineer and I’m spending my free time making art. You have shown myself and so many people that it IS possible to be a full-time artist—that is my dream. Thank you for beating back the starving artist stereotype.

[anat]

8:37 I fully agree here— I work in advertisement and the amount of reels we make every week is……. is a lot. do know though you can make very simple things for reels! it doesn’t need to be extremely animated, it can be just a bunch of pictures

[kittietreatsshop]

I agree that showing your face on social media really helps, because as soon as I started showing my face in my videos, my business really started to take off! I think it’s honestly because people love to support other people, and it also helps build more trust. So if you can bring up the courage to show your face on camera, it can really take your business to new heights!

Also, I agree that getting a business credit card and a business checking account is super helpful to keep track of your business expenses and it also makes tax time a LOT easier! I earned so much cash back with my Discover credit card for my business expenses that I’ve been able to get lots of things for free! So it’s definitely worth it!

[soarpurpose]

You said you can't wait until your domain expires to change it. You can have more than one domain name then redirect to your preferred one. This is in case customers type in a different version or in case someone else registers a similar name.

A debit card works the same as a credit card. It is a very good idea to have a separate account for business transactions to make the tax obligations etc easier.

Would also recommend trademarking your business name. Otherwise there is nothing to stop a competitor from taking the name (and similar domain names).

Trademarking a name is different to registering a business name (eg as a company).

[magusofthebargain]

and boycott AI, you can think for yourself and definitely never use AI generated images in your published works. Doing so makes you lose copyright over your art and infringes on the copyrights of other artists.

[daphnetehe]

I'm planning to start a small crochet business for a while now but the fear of being out there for others to see as some one who is very shy and quiet around people in general all my life has me going a bit insane. Your videos always make me push a little when I'm unable to do it for myself<33

[sharlenegelito]

The quality of your videos has drastically improved through time and a video like this breaks down all the “uncomfy” topics of running a small business yet opens new doors for those wanting to start a new business. I only hope you continue to succeed and keep creating more educational and entertaining videos!

[heyitzashley]

I love this. I’m a small business owner. I free style crochet for 14 years but 6 years ago I start selling. My regret was not advertising and having socials for them. I now struggle with getting consistent customers 😂 I’m thankful enough that some of my friends help support me ❤

[dearkive]

As someone who's planning to start my small biz this year, I'm looking forward to gaining insights from this video<33 tysm Tammy!

[jojobun]

I recently discovered your YouTube channel and I am so grateful for your content. I can feel how genuine you are and I think I've teared up in almost every video of yours I have watched so far 😆❤️! Thank you for sharing your journey as a creator and parts of your life with us 🎉

[LopsideMakes]

Currently starting a business that won’t be online for a long time, but eventually I’d love it to be. I’ll make sure to use these tips, thank you so much! The biggest one for me is definitely investing back into your business. I always do everything by myself, and I should start to use what I have to make things more efficient and easy! Thank you so much Uncomfy, you’re such an inspiration!

[jewelrescue]

I really admire how you’ve grown your business, congratulations! I have your videos on when I’m pricing up stock for my retailers and when I’m packing orders and you always make my anxious self a little calmer, thank you! Fab tips ❤

[nicknmhere]

I started following your journey some weeks ago, and it has been amazing to watch old videos and see how far you've come. It's a breath of relief from the "starving artist" mindset. Thank you so much for being such a beacon of light, it's been so helpful to see these videos and feel like we can actually live doing what we love as an artist. Thank you! Much love from Brazil! <3

[BenedictNgozi]

I work as a pastry chef and only just decided to start my YouTube channel last year after so much thoughts. Been procrastinating starting my own pastry business from my house but will certainly do that. Your videos are always so insightful.

[jrosealchemicart]

Such a good video! I’m always nervous to share too much in my posts and videos, but it’s definitely my family and the values they shared that have inspired me so much to create my little ghosts and their stories. After watching this, I feel like it might be okay to share that part of my journey with my art too, so thank you 😊

[maiciexiong_]

You are one of my biggest inspirations out there Tammy. I love you and your artwork so much! I’m also starting a polymer clay business as well and I’m so thankful you posted a video like this. Thank you for sharing your experience and your knowledge with us🤍

[sugarshrimp]

All of these tips are so accurate!! I’m currently in the “document every single stage” at the beginning of my new art journey and I’m so pleased for my future self that I’m doing it!

[rubidotrinh]

So full of care, helpful information and immensely encouraging messages! Thank you so much for doing this for yourself and for each of us who will benefit from your work and your journey. Much love and gratitude!

[shewhoisaudacious]

This video is filled with so much wisdom.

Thank you for being on this human journey and thank you for sharing that journey with us as well as the insights and knowledge gained along the way.

This is definitely one I’ll coke back to and take notes.

So helpful.

[TheCraftsmansParadise]

Hey, Tammy, thanks for the video and the tips! I love your videos, you just feel soooo genuine and honest ❤
Best luck with growing your business!