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Kody Wirth

Kody currently works as the Inbound and Content Marketing Specialist at Palo Alto Software and runs editorial for both LivePlan and Bplans, working with various freelance specialists and in-house writers. A graduate of the University of Oregon, he specializes in SEO research, content writing, and branding.

LivePlan Posts Written By Kody Wirth

The Importance of Being a Confident Entrepreneur

Posted July 22, 2022 By Kody Wirth

The Importance of Being a Confident Entrepreneur

As an entrepreneur, having confidence in yourself and your business is critical for finding success. Here are a few key ways to improve your confidence.

What Does it Take to Be a Successful Entrepreneur? 6 Requirements Explained

Posted June 23, 2022 By Kody Wirth

What Does it Take to Be a Successful Entrepreneur? 6 Requirements Explained

What does it take to be an entrepreneur? Read on to explore the six key elements that you can work on to become a successful entrepreneur.

13 Reasons People Don’t Start Businesses and How to Overcome Them

Posted June 7, 2022 By Kody Wirth

13 Reasons People Don’t Start Businesses and How to Overcome Them

Are you afraid to start a business? Learn about the most common reasons why people don’t start businesses and how to overcome them.

7 Real Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Start Their Own Business

Posted April 5, 2022 By Kody Wirth

7 Real Reasons Why Entrepreneurs Start Their Own Business

Why do people want to start their own business? Let’s dig in and look at seven real reasons that drive people, like you, to become entrepreneurs.

Making Layoff Decisions — 5 Questions to Ask Before Considering Layoffs

Posted October 21, 2021 By Kody Wirth

Making Layoff Decisions — 5 Questions to Ask Before Considering Layoffs

Letting employees go can often do more harm than good if done rashly. Here are 5 questions you should ask yourself before considering layoffs.

Why Financial Forecasting in a Crisis is Vital for Combating Uncertainty

Posted April 13, 2021 By Kody Wirth

Why Financial Forecasting in a Crisis is Vital for Combating Uncertainty

You should compare actual results to forecasts more often during a crisis to increase your chances of recovering and growing. Here’s why.

Why SEO is Essential for Your Small Business in 2024

Posted February 25, 2021 By Kody Wirth

Why SEO is Essential for Your Small Business in 2024

What’s the value of SEO? Why is it important for your business? Let’s dive into how it benefits your marketing strategy and how to start.

Top 6 Business Trends for Small Businesses in 2022

Posted January 27, 2021 By Kody Wirth

Top 6 Business Trends for Small Businesses in 2022

COVID-19 has greatly impacted expectations for the new year, so what can we expect? Here are the top small business trends to know for 2021.

2021 State of Small Business Report — LivePlan Research Study

Posted January 21, 2021 By Kody Wirth

2021 State of Small Business Report — LivePlan Research Study

We asked our community of small businesses to share how COVID-19 impacted them and their expectations for 2021. Here are the results.

How to Pivot Your Business During the Pandemic

Posted September 4, 2020 By Kody Wirth

How to Pivot Your Business During the Pandemic

Pivoting involves any large-scale change to your business. In a crisis, it may be necessary to survive. Here’s how to approach a pivot successfully.