Addressing the hurdles & triumphs of running a small business.

Fresh ideas, industry trends, tips & tricks, musings & more.

PR can’t fix stupid

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Sunday night prep

Small Biz Tips & Tricks

What goes into developing a brand?

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Marketing in the new year

Integrated Communication

Make marketing your focus in 2017

Small Biz

Take a deep breath. You got this.

Small Biz

Why guilt?

Small Biz

Should you diversify in the new year?

Small Biz

So…you want to be an entrepreneur

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The balance myth

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Favorite news headlines – cookies, diamonds, illicit romances and more

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Superbowl: A lesson in leadership

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So…you want to be an entrepreneur

I would never discourage anyone from starting their own business and going out on their own, but I do think it is important to have all the facts before making

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The balance myth

I've been having a conversation with several other business owners regarding balance and finding that within your life. Can I just say, I think it is utter bullshit? When did

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Favorite news headlines – cookies, diamonds, illicit romances and more

It is part of all PR practitioners jobs to stay up-to-date with current events and we often stumble across interesting stories. This past week is no different, so I offer

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Superbowl: A lesson in leadership

I couldn't help rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles last night, Nick Foles' story is just amazing and who doesn't love a great underdog story? As everyone by now knows, Foles almost

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Hi, I'm Kim!
Writer of musings.

Thank you for being here and for being open to being a part of an exploration of all things small business.

I can’t wait to share all the things you never knew you needed to know.

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I own 8THIRTYFOUR Integrated Communications.

Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We are an award-winning Communication Strategy, Digital, Social Media, Public Relations and Creative firm that is redefining how agencies do business.