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Working from home? Here are a few productivity hacks:There are a lot of perks to working from home: freedom, flexible hours, and the time and money you save on the commute. But it also comes with challenges, like getting distracted and staying motivated, or on the other side of the sp… -
Welcome to our Community members!Hi everyone! If you're tagged in this post, that's because you've joined the Community within the past week and we want to tell you welcome! This is your place to connect with other pros, share helpful tips and resources, and much …
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Women's History Month: Community over competitionWedding photographer Karen Salinas got her start thanks to the mentorship of others. And now, she’s paying it forward. “My dad gave me my first camera on my 18th birthday. He was always supportive of my hobbies – even though a lot o… -
5 small business marketing strategiesMarketing is key to building a brand and finding customers — but with so many marketing channels out there, it can be difficult for small business owners to know which to choose. Here’s where to start. 1. Pick a business name that’s…
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Social Media ManagementI use an online management tool that helps me in managing my different social medias. From scheduled posting to responding to messages and everything in between. It's called Content Studio and has changed the game for me. Even if yo… -
February Featured PostsIn the spirit of building this Community with our pros, we wanted to take this chance to highlight some of your most engaging, constructive, or helpful posts from this month. Your contributions to the Community have been thoughtful…
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[FOLLOW UP POLL] How would you prefer to learn more about marketing your business?As we look at ways to help support you growing your businesses on Thumbtack and beyond, we are wondering - How would you want to learn more about marketing your business? You gave us some great answers here in this poll, and we want…
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What marketing support would benefit your business most?The Community team at Thumbtack is always thinking of ways to add value to your experiences here. What kinds of marketing support would you find most beneficial to your businesses? If your answer is "other", please comment…
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Dealing with rejection and how to sell the productI'm sure if you're reading this you have gone through many struggles as an entrepreneur. There's no question that we all deal with rejection all the time, and it can definitely take a toll on us as humans. I know when I first start… -
Hello & Welcome Everyone!Hello to everyone in this AMAZING Thumbtack Community ! My name is Tannaz & I am the owner & one of the bartenders for Curly Bartender LLC & a Thumbtack Community leader. I have been in the service industry for 11 years… -
Hi Everyone!I'm excited to be here with you on the new Thumbtack Community page!! My name is Leah and I’m the owner of Back in the Box! I am a professional organizer who specializes in decluttering, downsizing, and packing services based in Phi… -
Resource of the week: Get reviews [video]Hi everyone! This week I wanted to share another video from our Pro Resources library. This video walks you through the basics of how to get reviews on Thumbtack. The intended audience is new pros, but you may find it helpful even i…
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14 free tools every small business can useStarting and managing a business is expensive. Odds are you’re on a tight schedule and an even tighter budget. Luckily there are a lot of resources, websites and apps that can help you run your small business more efficiently. Here …
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Welcome to the community!Welcome to the community! I am Jeffrey Pomeranz, a business and litigation attorney based out of South Florida. As we have all experienced, the last year has brought incredible challenges and change to how we go about our daily live… -
Hello hello!Hey everyone! I don't know about you but I'm excited to be one of the first ones here - exploring and helping build the new community that Thumbtack put together for us! A little about me - My name is Patryk Gawlak, I'm the owner … -
Basic Safety Tips for Women and Men1. Be Aware of Your Surroundings – Don’t zone, pay attention 2. Tell someone where you are going and when and share return times. 3. Get Off Your Phone 4. Keep emergency number programmed in your cell 5. … -
Overcoming difficult periods as a small business owner.Hi everyone, As a small business owner I've found this past year to be extremely challenging. What are some challenges you have faced, and more importantly, how have you overcome these challenges? Me first - I have a dog training b… -
February Contest!Happy Friday everyone! It’s so exciting to see all of the amazing posts and engagement we’re seeing in the Community. To celebrate, we’re going to do another contest! Here’s what you need to do to enter: Pick one of the following: …
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WELCOME: At your service...Roger Perry here...just wanted to say hello and welcome you to the new Thumbtack Community. I am... owner and operator of Professional & Reliable Bartending Tackmaster Community Leader AT YOUR SERVICE Community and Professional … -
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Hello and Welcome!!☺️ Welcome everyone to this new Thumbtack-Community Platform! ☺️ For those of you who know me, Hello, and I miss all of your faces! I'm Danielle Penn, owner/founder of Danielle Penn Photography and Thumbtack Community Leader, repres… -
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Navigating the Pro CommunityHello everyone, and welcome to the new Pro Community! We want to make sure you’re comfortable with the new layout and know where to go for the right topics and conversations. Here are some step by step instructions on how to navigat…
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Welcome to the Community - contest!Hi everyone, and welcome to our new Community! We're so excited you're here and we can't wait to see all the contributions and connections you make. To kick things off, we're going to start off with a contest. The first 10 people t…
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Inspiring stories from our pros - Steve S.A 4 time Top Pro, with nearly 900 hires, Steve S is a handyman in San Francisco. But 7 years ago Steve didn’t even own a screwdriver! He shared his incredible journey with us: “In 2011 I was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer…
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Great Idea and Platform!!Thanks, Thumbtack team, for this new platform. What a great idea! I can't wait to learn and engage more. I am looking to network with other businesses in Georgia and other states as well. -
Now is the time to sign up for health insuranceIf you - or someone you know - needs health insurance, the time to act is now: Visit HealthCare.gov today to enroll in coverage for 2021. Coverage could be cheaper than you think. Most people signing up for coverage on HealthCare.…
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[Video] What does community mean to you?Watch this video to meet some of your Community Leaders and fellow pros, as they talk about what community means to them. This is your space to connect with other business owners in your area or industry — to share ideas, exchange b…
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Inspiring stories from our pros - An L.An L, a Boston area photographer, shared how she has been able to give back to her community during this difficult time. After virtually all of her upcoming bookings were cancelled she joined forces with the Front Steps Project - a…
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Understanding your healthcare optionsNavigating options for purchasing insurance for yourself or your business can be complicated. Get started by understanding the different types of coverage for you, your family and your business here: Understanding your healthcare op…
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