10 Tips: How to Start an Astrology Business

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[@clairebeaman2024]

I would love a video on overcoming imposter syndrome when starting out as an astrologer

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

Yes, this is such an important topic. I have added this to our list of topic ideas. Thanks for sharing!

[@GinaNeeley]

Thank you both for this wonderful video! Really appreciate the encouragement to get really clear on the niche/brand/client connection & staying consistent in content creation (something I really struggle with). Thank you for all this great meat to chew on, definitely thinking about your classes in the future!

[@KeplerCollege]

Thank you, Gina :)

[@herkimerblue3772]

Thank you - I'd like to see more info on *how* to figure out your audience and niche. I hear marketers talk about needing to do this but it's not clear an easy when you are first starting out.

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

Thanks for watching and the feedback. Figuring out who your audience is and your niche are important and we will share more information. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know what you would like to hear more about. 😊

[@herkimerblue3772]

Thanks Lori:)@@LoriBarnesAstrology

[@bolnt]

Perfect timing! I just developed my brand identity and 130 logo variations under the Venus-Mars-Pluto conjunction 😂

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

Congratulations! Developing your logo can be a lot of fun. Enjoy the process 😀

[@KeplerCollege]

WOW! This is fantastic. You are rock’n it!! Now, to narrow the logo variations in half, then half again, the top 3, and then 1. - Marie

[@fangsofmay]

Thank you so much!! 🙏🏻 My niche just came to me, wow! It was right under my nose and it just hit me while watching this! Please keep the vids coming. 🤗

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

Thanks so much for watching! We will have another video for you in March. ☺

[@KeplerCollege]

That’s wonderful! Knowing your niche goes a long way in setting your business up to succeed. Congratulations! - Marie

[@fangsofmay]

Thank you, Marie! ✨

[@ellenwebber]

I would love to know about how many readings to do before being paid, as in how many readings should I do before charging? Also how to start charging for readings, in pricing when just starting out. Pricing tiers? Pay what you want? What’s a good structure to start with? That kind of thing. Thank you!

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

That's a great topic! Thanks for your suggestion. ☺

[@KeplerCollege]

Hi Ellen, thank you for your comments! :) Pricing is a key component in business. And, as a new astrologer knowing when to start charging can be nerve-racking. Thank you for letting us know that you would like us to cover this topic in a talk. We will talk about this in an upcoming episode- Marie

[@TCSunshine7]

How to prepare for the client reading would be great! How long to spend time etc ❤

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

Marie and I are in the process of creating our next video and we will be talking about this. It should be out in a few weeks. Thanks for watching and sharing feedback!

[@SolLunaAstrology]

How do you keep clients organized? Ideally what are your Go-To Apps? Do you use Spreadsheets, CRMs or just a notebook.

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

I did use a CRM - Coach Accountable - for a while, but it took a lot of time. So I ended up going back to Google docs for managing information since I didn't need all the bells and whistles that came with the platform. The answer is that it depends on the amount of data you are managing. If you mostly see clients once a year for a consultation, then you may not need a CRM. But if you do ongoing sessions or coaching, then a Customer Relationship Management platform could be very helpful. If you run groups, you may want to check out Coaching Genie. There are quite a few platforms available. I think the biggest factor is matching platform features to your needs. Often you will find these platforms have much more than you need, and then it takes a lot of time just managing the program, which takes time away from seeing client. I hope that helps!

[@sudasijolley9092]

Real good .helping me find clarity re wot I'm wanting to offer and do. I want small because I already have a job that pays me well ... I would like to play with offering some astrology though .thanks 😊

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

Thanks for watching! Sounds like starting small with an offering is a good start for you. Stay tuned as we will have more information for growing your astrology practice. 😀

[@blessedpeace7171]

I'm really struggling with growing my email list. I'd love some insight on what to do!

[@KeplerCollege]

Thank you for letting us know the topic that most concerns you now. We will talk more in a future episode about ways to grow your email list. It’s an integral component of growing a business.- Marie

[@LoriBarnesAstrology]

Building your email list can be difficult, especially when you are just starting out. I recommend to focus on one to one networking. In the beginning you often have to build slowly through talking and engaging with people. Once your list starts growing, word of mouth will help you grow. Also, any content you create will help generate interest in subscribing to your email. Marie and I will talk more about this in an upcoming video. Thanks for sharing your feedback!