Not every creative business needs an LLC—but mine did when I wanted wholesale accounts, serious brand collaborations & sponsorships, and real brand protection. Here's the truth: it cost $125 to file in PA, but surprise taxes, annual fees, and bookkeeping complexity nearly broke me. I'm sharing the Etsy tax update that almost locked my account, why multi-member LLCs are a nightmare, and every financial reality check I learned the hard way.

My most successful video wasn't my most polished—it was my most real. Shot in a 92 sq ft bedroom, this breakdown reveals why authenticity outperformed perfection: 17 tactical wins (like strategic audio layering and POV switching) and 7 honest mistakes that cost me time and quality. This is what the data actually shows about YouTube success.

The job market broke me. 300+ applications, 3 interviews, 1 year wasted waiting for someone to say yes. So I stopped asking for permission and started my own art business instead. Here's everything I wish I knew before hitting publish—why scheduling this video was a massive mistake, how I finally cracked the algorithm, and the 12 brutal lessons I learned from choosing myself when no one else would.

Everyone talks about taking courses and reading books to prepare for entrepreneurship. But the best business training I ever got? Going to the beach alone. Learning to snowboard alone. Traveling alone. Here's how solo adventures build the exact skills you need to run a business—and why you should start going places alone right now.

I cried the first time I did something alone in public. Three years later, I'm still awkward on camera, my first vlog only has 157 views, and I cringe watching it back—but I wouldn't change starting scared. Here's what happens when you do hard things anyway, even when they feel impossible.

Snowboarding and Big SNOW, America’s only indoor snow resort, literally saved my life. Hi, I’m Diana, aka “dreamlikediana,” and in this post, I’m sharing my deeply personal journey of recovery, resilience, and how following my gut led me to a life I never imagined. Life’s too short not to chase what sets your soul on fire.

Discover the bittersweet beauty of doing things alone. Where resilience meets vulnerability, and independence intertwines with the longing for connection. Curious about the lessons and challenges of embracing solitude? Click to explore the journey of self-discovery and growth!

Ever wondered what happens when you step away from social media for a month? I took a 30-day detox and uncovered 8 eye-opening lessons about productivity, mental health, and self-discovery. Ready to rethink your screen time?

Ever fallen for a pretty planner at Target, convinced it’s the answer to your chaos—only to stop using it weeks or days later? You’re not alone. In this post, we’re breaking down why the cutest planners often fail you, how aesthetics can sabotage consistency, and what to look for instead if you actually want to get your life together.