Matt Ruley
Matt Ruley is a freelance writer and entrepreneur. He's made a lot of mistakes over the years and can't seem to stop writing about them. He's always on the lookout for new opportunities.
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Why You Should Remove the Word “Bootstrapping” from Your Vocabulary
“Pull yourself up by your bootstraps.” It’s an idiom we’ve all heard—one that evokes images of grit, determination, and self-made success. But have you stopped to think about where this phrase comes from and whether…
The Terrifying Side of Entrepreneurship: Lessons from the Grind
Entrepreneurship is often painted as the ultimate dream—freedom, flexibility, and the chance to turn your passions into profits. But what happens when it’s not just exhilarating, but terrifying? The truth is, every entrepreneur faces moments…
3 Pros and 3 Cons of Working from Home
There are almost 40 million home-based businesses in this country. If you ask ten people why they work from home, you’re going to get ten different answers. There are pros and cons to working and…
Start Small and Do This to Avoid New Startup Burnout
There are millions of small businesses out there. They all start with an idea. The problem is that sometimes these ideas are thin and the business owner expands and/or launches too quickly, spends way too…