I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in downtown Columbus last week—sipping a locally roasted Ethiopian blend, of course—when I overheard a young entrepreneur […]
Author: Amanda Thompson
I am Amanda Thompson, and I am here to bridge the gap between big business acumen and small-town dreams. With an MBA from Harvard and years of experience as a corporate executive, I have a treasure trove of insights and obscure business facts ready to empower emerging entrepreneurs. My mission is to provide practical advice with a dash of humor, helping you navigate the complex world of business with confidence and optimism. Join me as we explore the vibrant world of small businesses, one coffee shop at a time, and turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality.
Stop Falling for the Fluff: the Harvard-level Secret to Reading a Job Advert Properly and Landing the Role.
I remember sitting in a high-rise corner office in Manhattan, sipping a lukewarm espresso and watching a junior analyst walk in with a look of […]
The Ceo’s Secret Strategy: How to Plan a Quiet Quarter to Build Your Biggest Breakthrough Yet
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in Columbus last Tuesday—the kind of place where the espresso is divine but the Wi-Fi is non-existent—when […]
From Boardrooms to Beanbags: the Surprising Truth About How Coworking Spaces Changed City Work Forever
I still remember the suffocating silence of my old Midtown office—a sea of grey cubicles, lukewarm breakroom coffee, and that soul-crushing feeling that productivity only […]
Beyond the Bottom Line: Why Your Next Big Venture Is Actually About How Side Projects Lead to New Friendships
I was sitting in a cramped, dimly lit corner of a tiny espresso bar in Columbus last week—the kind of place where the steam wand […]
From Harvard Boardrooms to Main Street: the Executive Secret on How to Write a Proposal That Does Not Get Ignored
I still remember sitting in a glass-walled conference room in Midtown Manhattan, clutching a lukewarm latte, watching a senior VP toss a beautifully formatted, 40-page […]
Stop Being Ignored: the Harvard-tested Secret to How to Write a Message Someone Will Answer
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched cafe in Brooklyn last Tuesday—the kind of place where the espresso is divine but the Wi-Fi is a […]
From Boardrooms to Besties: the Surprising Roi of How Side Projects Lead to New Friendships
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched corner cafe in Brooklyn last Tuesday—sipping a lavender oat milk latte that was, frankly, worth every penny—when I […]
Stop Leaving Money on the Table: the Harvard-backed Guide on How to Price Your Own Work as a Freelancer Without the Guilt.
I was sitting in a sun-drenched corner of my favorite local café this morning, sipping a perfectly pulled oat milk latte, when I overheard a […]
From Boardrooms to Breakrooms: the Harvard-tested Secret to How Remote Teams Stay Connected Without Losing Their Soul
I was sitting in this tiny, sun-drenched espresso bar in Columbus last week—the kind of place where the barista actually knows your name—and I found […]