I’ve found it helpful to block out dedicated times for certain types of tasks, like meetings all at once on certain days. That way you avoid too many interruptions and stay focused on one thing at a time.

Sounds like a solid idea. Rent and food are way up - official figures don’t tell the whole story. Could be useful to compare real costs in different places.

Product liability insurance can vary widely depending on the product and industry. Might be worth checking with your state’s non-profit insurance programs, they often have more affordable options.

You could try setting up a simple freelance social media management service to build up some starting capital. Offer to help local businesses with posting to Facebook/Instagram for a low monthly fee.

My advice would be to start small on social media with your designs to validate your idea and build interest before committing funds elsewhere. You can always trademark later if it takes off.