Hey, it's Rachel—

I just got back from a weekend getaway with my girlfriends.

It was a healing experience, and if you haven’t taken a self-care trip lately, this is your sign to get one on the books.

Anyway, while I was away, a lesson that came up for me was the idea of “less is more”.

This theme started coming up when I was listening to Kate Northrop’s book "Do Less". It contains some interesting studies on how doing less can lead to better results.

Who would've thought?

And then my friend, who was a makeup artist, showed me how she put her makeup on… and I was amazed by how little product she used and how amazing she looked after she was done.

Another theme of "less is more".

I'm also listening to a biography of Warren Buffet right now, and have noticed the theme of less is more in his life as well. For example, he's not constantly buying a selling stocks. Instead, he finds a few gems and holds them for very long periods of time.

So, if you're like me and ever feel overwhelmed or stressed out, consider doing less, owning less, using less, and see if that feels better AND leads to better results.

In today's email:

• Idea of the Week
• Resources of the Week
• Work With Me
• Advice Corner

Idea of the Week

7 of the Best Easy Side Hustles to Make Extra Cash

Looking for easy side hustles to make extra cash?

Whether you’re looking to pay off debt, save for a large purchase, or just have a little extra spending money, side hustles are a fantastic way to boost your income without quitting your day job.

Here are seven of the best and easiest side hustles to make extra cash that you can start today!

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Resources of the Week

• Something to Inspire You: Why our brains struggle to subtract​
• Something to Make You Laugh: Girl with Jokes​
• Something to Talk About: 10 Tips to Declutter FASTER​

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6 Reasons to Choose Less

You Should Know

Origin of "Less is More"

“Less is more”, a famous quote by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, encapsulates the essence of minimalism in design and architecture. This philosophy emphasizes the idea that simplicity and restraint can often have a more powerful impact than excessive ornamentation or complexity.

Something New

Advice Corner

Q: I'm trying to come up with a profitable niche business idea, but I'm having trouble and feeling overwhelmed. What are your top five tips for actually making money with a new business?

A: Starting a new project can be overwhelming, and I've found that there are many people who love to give advice and a huge list of action items to help you be successful. I've personally found huge laundry lists of business to-dos leading to a lot of busy work with few results.

I think embracing the "less is more" philosophy can be incredibly beneficial when launching a new business.

Here are my top five tips to help you focus and make money with your new business:

1. Simplify Your Idea
   1. Focus on a Single Problem: Identify one specific problem that your business will solve. By narrowing down, you can become an expert in that area and better meet your customers’ needs.
   2. Start Small: Begin with a minimal viable product (MVP). This means offering the most basic version of your product or service that still provides value to your customers.
2. Leverage Your Strengths
   1. Use What You Know: Build your business around your existing skills and passions. This will reduce the learning curve and let you start making money faster.
   2. Minimize Resources: Focus on low-cost or no-cost tools and platforms. For instance, use one social media platform for marketing rather than expensive advertising campaigns or trying to do them all at the same time.
3. Prioritize High-Impact Activities
   1. Identify Key Tasks: Determine the few activities that will have the biggest impact on your business growth and revenue. Concentrate your efforts there.
   2. Eliminate Distractions: Remove tasks and projects that do not directly contribute to your primary business goals.
4. Build a Lean Structure
   1. Operate Efficiently: Keep your business operations lean by outsourcing non-core tasks, using automation tools, and avoiding unnecessary expenses.
   2. Scale Gradually: Expand only when necessary and feasible. Avoid taking on too many projects or expanding too quickly, which can lead to burnout and financial strain.
5. Focus on Customer Relationships
   1. Engage with Your Audience: Build a loyal customer base by providing excellent service and creating meaningful connections with your audience.
   2. Refine Based on Feedback: Regularly gather and act on customer feedback to improve your offerings. This helps ensure your business continues to effectively meet customers' needs.

By simplifying your approach and focusing on what truly matters, you can reduce overwhelm and create a clear path to profitability. Remember, sometimes less really is more when it comes to building a successful business.

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