Category Archives: Behind the Scenes

A behind-the-scenes look at the creative, technical, and strategic work involved in writing, publishing, and building sustainable digital projects.

Over 5 Million New Businesses a Year: What That Really Means

Over 5 Million New Businesses are started each year in the U.S., shown in a chart of annual business applications by year.

Over five million new businesses are started each year in the U.S., but the number alone doesn’t tell the full story. The real work begins after the launch, in the quiet space between starting and sustaining.

Welcome to the AJ Hardy Author Journal

The AJ Hardy Author Journal begins with something special — the start of a new chapter. Not in a book—though I love those too—but in the quiet, steady work of building a creative life. This space is the beginning of a journal I’ve wanted to create for a long time. A place to share ideas, tools, stories, and… Read More »