Business advice & writing since 2015

Notes from thirty-five years
in business.

Short, honest essays on running a business, surviving early years, raising prices, hiring people, and protecting your peace of mind. Written by Vathani Ariyam, updated weekly.

Uncategorized · 02 May 2024

What is the best way to control my mind and focus on my goal?

What is the best way to control my mind and focus on my goal?  The best way to think positively is to control your mind, remind yourself about…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 29 Apr 2024

What is a stressful situation in a growing business?

What is a stressful situation in a growing business? If you are a business person who sets up your own business, it seems to be growing, but certainly…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 21 Apr 2024

Which is better for a business, either bootstrapping or funding?

Which is better for a business, either bootstrapping or funding? Bootstrapping a business has independence, and you make your own decisions when you start a business; we know…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 09 Apr 2024

What are the best strategies to market your product?

What are the best strategies to market your product? Numerous marketing strategies can help grow a business, and the effectiveness of each design can vary depending on the…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 03 Apr 2024

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Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 31 Mar 2024

Two important things in life

Two important things in life What are the two essential things in life? I would say health and wealth are the two most important. No one can afford…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 27 Mar 2024

How to stay on top of delayed payments.

How to stay on top of delayed payments.  Any business making late payments to suppliers or receiving late payments from customers will need help keeping up the business.…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 24 Mar 2024

Success is the best revenge.

Success is the best revenge. Some people struggle most of their lives to become successful in whatever they do, but sadly, they fail in most of their extra…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 17 Mar 2024

What types of online businesses are there?

What types of online businesses are there? What are online businesses? An online business that sells digital products, online courses, or even physical products online. People set up…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min
Uncategorized · 15 Mar 2024

Do you believe in working hard without patience brings success?

Do you believe in working hard without patience brings success? All of us like success but hesitant to take action. Instead, we always dream of a better life.…

Vathani Ariyam 4 min