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- Smart Women Understand “Life is an Occasion” - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffA few nights ago, we watched “Mr. Magorium’s Magical Emporium” with Dustin Hoffman and Natalie Portman. It’s a fun and light family movie with a wonderful message. I won’t give away the plot or ending, however at one point in the movie, Dustin Hoffman (Mr. Magorium) smiled and said to Natalie ...
Views: 2860(6 votes) - Smart Women Live A Proactive Life - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffYesterday, as I was on my way to pick up my kids from school, it occurred to me that I was feeling exhausted—I mean really tired. As I made a mental scan of my day, I realized that I had been in a “reactive” mode most of the day rather than a “proactive” mode. We do need to react to situations ...
Views: 2164(3 votes) - Smart Women and the Six Feminine Energies™ - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffAre you a woman who wants to have it all? Do you have a desire to experience your life and business on your own terms? I've certainly felt that way in the past, however I've come to realize that I have to choose what's most important to me right now in my life. I know that over time, my ...
Views: 1934(6 votes) - Smart Women Share Their Pearls…. - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffOne of the birthday “traditions” in our family is when a member gets to a certain age, they share one “pearl of wisdom” for each decade they have lived. Today is my 50th birthday! The five decades behind me were all wonderful and as I reflect on each one of them, I can clearly see how each ...
Views: 1782(1 vote) - Smart Women Serve It Up The Right Way - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffHave you ever heard the phrase opposites attract? This can be true of my husband Greg and I when we go out for dinner together. I like fine dining with beautiful menus, fine wine and those heavy linen napkins. Greg prefers more casual dining where someone takes your order or you place your ...
Views: 1651(3 votes) - Smart Women Keep Showing Up - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffMy 7 year old daughter Jenna loves to play baseball. In fact, she loves it so much she’s willing to play in a league where over 90% of the players are boys. We are nearing the end of the season and playoffs begin in a few days. She’s struggled to keep up with the team, playing mostly in the ...
Views: 1594(6 votes) - Smart Women Know Cash Flow is The First Goal of Any Business - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffI have the good fortune to listen and learn from women all around the globe about their big ideas, dreams and goals and a common theme is women start businesses based on their values and a desire to make a difference in the world. The idea of giving back or helping others is exciting and it gets ...
Views: 1470(4 votes) - What Smart Women Learn in the Recovery Room - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffA few weeks ago, I had surgery to remove one of my healthy kidneys in order to donate that kidney to my husband Greg, whose kidney was failing, so that he would enjoy a more vital, healthy life. On December 1, we both were admitted to UCLA Medical Center. Everything went well regarding the ...
Views: 1459(4 votes) - Smart Women Have a Good Eye - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffThis past weekend, I was sitting in the bleachers at our local park watching my children play little league baseball when I heard the weekly mantra from their coach as each child took their position at bat: “Wait for the one that’s right for you!” “Don’t swing at every pitch!” “Good ...
Views: 1450(2 votes) - Are You Divergent? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffWithin the last week, I've had the opportunity to see the movie "Divergent" not once but twice due to the fact that the movie (and book) is all the rage with girls and my daughter is no exception. It's your typical good versus evil plot but the twist is a young woman named "Tris" who's ...
Views: 1447(2 votes) - Smart Women Have a Marketing Mantra - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffI recently attended a conference for women business owners and ran into a woman I had not seen for some time. She looked a little unhappy when I approached her. I asked her if everything was going well and she shared with me that she had just lost a big client. In fact, this big client was ...
Views: 1398(8 votes) - How Smart Women Stay Busy - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffI have the good fortune to spend meaningful time with a lot of smart women who keep me on track about what’s going on in women’s lives. One topic that resonates with many of these women (and with me) is the idea of busyness. This issue is of great interest in my Women’s Learning Circles. Not ...
Views: 1395 - Are You Chained to The Desk? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffAs I write this, I'm 690 miles from my office in Los Angeles. Actually, I'm in Park City, Utah enjoying a glass of Pinot and writing to you. I'm here on a family vacation getting some much needed rest and a modified digital detox. One of the benefits I've experienced since leaving the office ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - Smart Women and The Art of Self-Promotion - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffOne of the questions I’m frequently asked by women entrepreneurs is, “When I meet someone who is a potential referral source and/or ideal client, how do I mention my business without feeling pushy?” Great question! Being able to communicate your marketing message with confidence is key to ...
Views: 1359(2 votes) - Have You Given Yourself a Thumbs Up Lately? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffI was driving down Pacific Coast Highway at 4:30 in the afternoon just a few days before Christmas. My cell phone rang and it was the principal from my daughter's elementary school. My first thought? "Wow, this must be pretty serious if she's calling me during school winter break!" I answered ...
Views: 1356(2 votes) - Smart Women Get Lucky - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffThe other day, while standing in a very long line at my local coffee shop, I struck up a conversation with the woman behind me. We began chatting about everyday topics-the weather, the holiday rush, and then we stumbled on that dreaded topic of the moment-the economy. I asked her a question: ...
Views: 1342(3 votes) - Smart Women Get Away - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffI'm in Park City, Utah on a family vacation having a wonderful time. Guess what? I initially didn't want to get away for a family vacation. I mean it's not that I didn't want to go to Park City. I love Park City. It is a peaceful, cozy town nestled between some magnificent mountains. It's not ...
Views: 1333(3 votes) - 5 Smart Solutions For Women Entrepreneurs on The Go - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffThis week I'm writing to you from my childhood home in Charleston, West Virginia where I'm caring for my aging parents who are health challenged at the moment. Today, I'm going to share my best tips for running a business when traveling. With all the new gadgets and apps available to ...
Views: 1330(2 votes) - Smart Women, Skiing and Entrepreneurial Success - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffOne morning last week, I was helping my 11 year-old son, Jack, get ready for a day of skiing during our family vacation. It was sunny, 55 degrees and gorgeous outside. I handed my son his face mask and he looked at me puzzled and said, "Mom, there is no way I'm going to need this today--have you ...
Views: 1330(5 votes) - Who Changed My Schedule? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffRemember the Alice Cooper song, "School's Out"? The lyrics are running through my mind as I write this article. The last bell rang, the kids are running through the house at all hours of the day and their summer camps are spread all across town. My schedule has become a mere shadow of the nice, ...
Views: 1318(2 votes) - 3 Simple Steps to Better Decision Making - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffOne of the biggest challenges I see people struggle with is making decisions. There's this burning need inside of us to avoid making a mistake when it comes to choosing one over the other. They key is to know when a decision really matters ("should I marry this guy?") or is it a mere blip on the ...
Views: 1298(2 votes) - Smart Women And The Fear of Commitment - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffCommitment. It’s a powerful word that conjures up a mix of emotions and can be a scary thought– especially in business. Being committed to something means you’re choosing not to be committed to something else – sounds simple, right? In essence, you’re pledging or engaging in a relationship to ...
Views: 1297(2 votes) - Cold Coffee and Three Ingredients to Foolproof Sales - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffWhen I travel, the first thing I do when I reach my destination is scope out the coffee situation. I’m an early morning gal and I enjoy a hot cup of strong black coffee when I wake up to greet the day. When we arrived in Park City for our family vacation, I noticed the coffee pot in the kitchen ...
Views: 1287(3 votes) - Sleep Your Way to the Top - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffThere’s one slight shift you can make in your daily habits that could reap BIG rewards. In fact, this habit has been linked to better decision-making, creativity, health and even weight-loss. Do you know what it is? Sleep. Making a commitment (experts say seven to eight hours is preferable) ...
Views: 1286(2 votes) - An Effective (no brainer) List Building Tool - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffDo you know what one of the most effective list building tools might be? Your email signature line. The area where you can add your name and other details below email messages is valuable marketing real estate that you can use to create awareness about your business and attract potential ...
Views: 1284(2 votes) - Are You Hiding From Success? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffLast week, I had the good fortune to speak to an amazing group of smart women at the Success Summit and Expo here in Los Angeles. As a speaker, you hope to present an idea or concept that will provide value to a group, although you never really know until you actually see how the audience reacts ...
Views: 1277(3 votes) - 5 Simple Tips to Help Smart Women Get Unstuck and Take Inspired Action - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffHave you ever felt "stuck" when it comes to making decisions or stalled on a project that needs to move forward? It's an unsettling feeling that can prevent you from realizing your big ideas, dreams and goals. I'm working on my first book for Smart Women and recently, I've been feeling stuck on ...
Views: 1269(3 votes) - Smart Women Never Quit - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffMy 8 year-old daughter Jenna never met a sport she couldn’t master - until last week. Whether it’s soccer, baseball, basketball or skateboarding, Jenna typically does well right away. Yesterday was a very different story. We were in Park City, Utah on a family ski vacation and this was ...
Views: 1257(3 votes) - 9 Game-Changing Tips for Women Entrepreneurs in 2014 - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffAt the end of each year, I take an inventory of my life and business to shine a light on what proved to be most effective for me. Here are my top nine timely tips for women entrepreneurs who are ready to make a Big Leap in 2014: 1. Exercise Empathy - If you have a dream of making a ...
Views: 1252(2 votes) - 9 Game Changing Tips for Women Entrepreneurs in 2013 - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffAt the end of each year, I take an inventory of my life and business to shine a light on what proved to be most effective. Here are my top nine timely tips for women entrepreneurs who are ready to make a big leap in 2013: 1. Trust Your Instincts - It's essential that you hone your ...
Views: 1251(3 votes) - Do You Have a Trusted Mentor? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffRemember Lucy Van Pelt in the comic strip Charlie Brown? I woke this morning thinking about one of her famous lines, “I told you so, you blockhead!” Lucy was known for setting up a psychiatric booth in the neighborhood offering advice to her friends for five cents per person. Clearly she caught ...
Views: 1239(2 votes) - Smart Women Have Their Own “Hermageddon” - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffDid you hear about “Carmageddon?” Several weeks ago, the 405 freeway (noted to be one of the busiest freeways in the nation) that runs through Los Angeles closed for a weekend period of 53 hours for repairs. This created a frenzy here in Los Angeles called “Carmageddon” which forced residents to ...
Views: 1227(3 votes) - Smart Women and Their Relationship With Money - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, I had the opportunity to spend the day strategizing with a group of smart women entrepreneurs from different parts of the world. It was an energizing day focused on topics such as effective marketing, clear messaging to attract your ideal client, time management and money. At one ...
Views: 1225(1 vote) - Is Your Creativity in Drip Mode? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffI was feeling a bit out of sorts. My creative self felt like it was moving at a crawl and my decision-making at a snails pace. Something was off but I couldn't put my finger on it until I started to reflect over the last eight weeks. I had traveled two times in 30 days to the East Coast to see ...
Views: 1221(2 votes) - One Simple Step to Smart Delegation - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffThe one question I get asked over and over from women entrepreneurs is, "How do you know what to delegate to an assistant?" I love this question because it tells me you realize that you can't (and shouldn't) try to do it all in your business and your ready to get the support you need. Nearly ...
Views: 1221(2 votes) - Smart Women Create - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffWomen are the most creative beings on earth. You have inspiring ideas and daring dreams, however it can sometimes be a challenge to get the dreams out of your head and onto paper so you can design a plan to make it happen. Most likely, your “to-do” list is overflowing and your Big Idea hasn’t ...
Views: 1218 - Smart Women, LeBron James and the Need to Be You - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffBy now, everyone knows that LeBron James, one of the world’s greatest basketball players, has left the Cleveland Cavaliers after 7 years. He’s finally made a decision to make the Miami Heat his new home where he will continue to exercise his passion, energy and talent for the game. LeBron took ...
Views: 1217 - How Smart Women Stay Connected - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffI was sitting in a park recently watching my children play with their grandparents and all at once I heard this deep, booming voice from a distance say, “You must make contact if you want to stay in the game.” I turned to my left and saw a coach working with a girl’s softball team – instructing ...
Views: 1212 - Smart Women and the Game of Entrepreneurship - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Joy ChudacoffA few days ago, my 7 year old daughter came home with what I thought was a challenging school project---designing and creating her own game from scratch. Jenna was stumped at first. She came up with a few ideas but then quickly gave up as she found some “glitches” in her plan. This got me ...
Views: 1200(3 votes) - Smart Women Make a Difference - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffI struggled a bit this week on what I wanted to share with you. I place a high value on making sure I give you timely information that you can use right away to take your life and your business to the next level of fulfillment, happiness and success. On the one hand, I wanted to write about June ...
Views: 1197(2 votes) - Smart Women Make Decisions - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffI was watching the holiday classic, "The Polar Express" with my children recently and in the movie, Tom Hanks, who plays the role of conductor, said to Billy as he exited the train, "It's not as important to know where the train is going as it is to make a decision to get on the train." Very ...
Views: 1197(2 votes) - Smart Women Prepare For A Successful Conference Season - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffConference season for women entrepreneurs is in full swing! Over the next few weeks, I’m attending multiple events as a keynote speaker, as well as an attendee. This time of year is perfect to get out of the office and connect with potential business resources and new clients. The key is to be ...
Views: 1195(2 votes) - Smart Women Celebrate Their Independence - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffA few days each week I exercise with a few Smart Women in a park near my home that overlooks the Pacific Ocean. It's a beautiful setting that lends itself to taking your mind off the muscle pain and exhaustion from the workout! We are surrounded by magnificent sycamore and oak trees that stand ...
Views: 1194(2 votes) - Is it Time to Give Your Business a Good Spring Cleaning? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffI'm sure you're aware of the old term, "spring cleaning"? Mother nature reminds us that before you add more to your life, it's always a good idea to let go of what no longer serves you. Like the leaves that fall from trees in autumn, room is made for the new growth that occurs every spring. ...
Views: 1193(2 votes) - Smart Women Exercise Their Easiest Marketing Muscle - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffA few days ago, I contacted a friend to ask for a referral recommendation for a big project I’m working on. My referral source responded quickly providing me with the information I needed. I was so excited to speak with this potential resource. I immediately and eagerly reached out by email. No ...
Views: 1193(2 votes) - Smart Women and Successful Joint Ventures - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffI have the opportunity to speak with scores of women around the globe about smart ways to grow a successful business. One of the best ways to grow your business and collapse your time frame is through joint ventures. A joint venture is where you and another business owner come together for an ...
Views: 1191(2 votes) - Smart Women Survive Summer Break - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffWomen entrepreneurs everywhere are experiencing the same dilemma and asking themselves the same question: “How do I manage my business while navigating the kids during summer break?” You’ve just spent the last 9 months with a structured number of days and hours to work on your business and ...
Views: 1185(2 votes) - Smart Women Dream Big - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffA few days ago, I was visiting my daughter’s second grade class and the teacher started a discussion about Martin Luther King and the importance of having dreams. The children’s ideas about dreams were interesting, “Being able to make your own decisions,” “Peace in the world, no war,” “Stop ...
Views: 1181(12 votes) - What Smart Women Can Learn From Einstein About Reaching Goals - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffMy favorite quote by Einstein is "Vision without execution is merely hallucination." The first time I read this I was surprised at the glaring truth to this simple statement. At the same time, I realized it's sometimes easier said than done. Goal setting, New Year’s resolutions, dreams, and ...
Views: 1181(2 votes) - Smart Women And The Tug of Transition - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, I attended a surprise 50th birthday party for a good friend from college. I had a fantastic time reconnecting with old friends and discovering new ones as well. One of the biggest Aha’s for me during the weekend festivities was the realization that most of my time is spent with ...
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