Online business isn’t magic—it’s problem solving. From building a logo with AI to creating systems that remove obstacles, here’s how business owners get paid by fixing bottlenecks.
The Boom Heard Across Hampton Roads: The Norfolk Earthquake Story
I dropped my wife off at Dillard’s and went to work at Hertz—then the 2011 Virginia earthquake hit. Here’s the Norfolk version of the story… including the family secret nobody talks about.
Are Stores Really Dying? The Truth About Store Closures, Online Shopping, and Hampton Roads Malls
Hearing “store closures” every week can make it feel like retail is collapsing. But the numbers—and what’s happening locally in Hampton Roads—tell a bigger story: online shopping is rising, malls are splitting into winners and strugglers, and many properties are being reinvented into mixed-use community hubs.
Getting More Familiar With My Amazon Prime Benefits (And the Tips I’m Using Now)
I came back to Prime after a break and realized I didn’t really know my benefits. Here’s what Prime offers—and the simple tips I’m using to get my money’s worth.
Get Paid by Blogging and Journaling Online (Even If You Don’t Pick a Niche Yet)
Journaling online isn’t just therapy—it can become an income stream. Learn how to blog your real life, build SEO keywords naturally, and monetize later.
I Got 20% Cash Back at Marco’s Pizza in Norfolk Using the Upside App (Get Upside)
I still can’t believe it every time I use the Upside app (formerly Get Upside)—especially when the cash back is this high. Tonight, I stopped at Marco’s Pizza at 7721 Hampton Blvd in Norfolk, VA, and the offer was sitting at around 20% cash back. That’s one of the biggest restaurant cash-back amounts I’ve seen […]
Looking for Positive People in Norfolk: An Entrepreneur’s Search for Community (Hampton Roads)
A personal online business journal about isolation, faith, and the search for positive people in Norfolk/Hampton Roads—plus practical ways to build real friendships as an adult.
The #1 Reason You’re Not Making Money Online: You’re Building Without a Mentor (Now Let’s Cook)
Tonight I was riding down the road thinking about something that honestly bothers me. I hate seeing people posting and posting on social media, working hard, trying to do “all the right things”… and still not making money online—or not making enough money online to feel like it’s worth the effort. So here’s my best […]
The Wonderful World of Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing is the smoothest way to monetize what you already share online. Here’s the macro impact, the beginner roadmap, and the “frog and lily pad” model.
What Gasoline Brand Gives the Best Gas Mileage?
Most gas starts out similar, but additive packages and engine cleanliness can change long-term MPG. Here’s how to choose fuel that actually helps.
