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Johnson Stiles is former loan-officer turned contributor to SelfEmployed.com. After retiring in 2020, his mission was to spread his expertise and help others utilize leverage debt to enhance success.

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14 Things to Know Before Bringing On Your First Employee

January 21, 2026

How to Evaluate Proposal Software Before Upgrading

January 20, 2026

How to Build a Portfolio Quickly After a Layoff

January 19, 2026

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How to Avoid Overpaying for Business Software

January 16, 2026

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How to Pitch Your Services With Confidence After a Layoff

January 14, 2026

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11 Write Offs That Raise IRS Questions if Used Incorrectly

January 13, 2026

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How to Build Momentum in Your Business During Unemployment

January 12, 2026

A small yellow bird sitting on top of a wooden fence; Raise Your Rates Later

12 Slow Season Shifts That Help You Raise Your Rates Later

January 9, 2026

9 Ways to Make Yourself Discoverable During Quiet Months

January 8, 2026

Latest from Johnson Stiles

News, Insights, and Advice from Johnson Stiles

14 Things to Know Before Bringing On Your First Employee

How to Evaluate Proposal Software Before Upgrading

How to Build a Portfolio Quickly After a Layoff

How to Avoid Overpaying for Business Software

How to Pitch Your Services With Confidence After a Layoff

11 Write Offs That Raise IRS Questions if Used Incorrectly

How to Build Momentum in Your Business During Unemployment

12 Slow Season Shifts That Help You Raise Your Rates Later

9 Ways to Make Yourself Discoverable During Quiet Months

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