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By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Don't Wait Until the Time is Right

I often get told that someone is waiting to start their business or one of my programs or make a change when the time is right. Without being disrespectful, it is laughable. Laughable for a few reasons: First, to believe that we are actually in that much control. Second, to believe that there is anything more than just a delay in your destiny is out of integrity. And third, if you have thought it even for a nanosecond then the time is now.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

1,131 views★ 2.0 (5)

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Fat, Gay, & Broke

May I be the first to point out my obvious obstacles and some just may surprise you! LOL Yep, I am overweight. Yep, I am gay. Yep, I was broke. And I had no business skills, was unsure of my purpose, and was working over 60 hours a week in a day job. I had excuses. I had obstacles. I had a potty mouth and I am really opinionated. While growing the business I also lost three family members. I lost team members. I can't use technology. I was in debt big time, too.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

999 views★ 1.0 (5)

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Money Is a Great Equalizer

You have heard me say it before, but here we go again: The more money you make the more people you can help. It's true. My mentor says that money is not the most important thing in the world, but it touches everything that is. Money is the great equalizer and it brings equality. I was never as clear about this as when I was in Africa. It allows you to be truly free and ultimate financial freedom allows you to help others be free. Most of you reading this know that our passions go beyond earning money, but let me make a bold statement here:

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

2,567 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Join Suzanne Evans Live (& F*ree)

Suzanne RAW: Real Activities that Workr Crucial Keys to Make More Money and Be the Change! Join us March 9, 2011 And when you join us, you will want to have a pen handy. Because this isn't some litany of stuff you have heard before. But deep, penetrating insights into why your business isn't working as well as it should. And jaw-dropping actions, activities and avenues that can turn things around. Even if you are already making money. Or if you are ready to give up.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

1,050 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Are you Wearing Your Life Vest?

My mentor says, "Suzanne, You must get comfortable with being uncomfortable". Ugh. That is so hard. I know why....I get it. My other mentor says "business is messy". So if you know that business is ever changing, can be messy, and really is an ebb and flow. You must be OK with being uncomfortable. Lots of unexpected things will happen. Lots of unknowns will be present. Lots of mistakes will take place. You sit in uncomfortable quite a bit.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

1,033 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Clarity is the Secret to Speedy Success!

What are you asking for? When you go to a drive-thru (for me Starbucks - thank you! ) do you say give me what you want me to have or I'll take maybe a this or maybe a that. Nope! And if you did, who the heck knows what you would get later? You think it through, decide, ask, and it is given. Same with your business and success! This week I had a client that was frustrated. She is such a lovely human being. You meet her, you melt, and you want more.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

1,028 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

As Women, How Did We Go So Wrong?

We are supposed to be advanced. Didn't we burn bras and get liberated and say we were equal? So, what happened? We still ea 80 cents on every dollar to men. 46.3% of the US Labor Force is made up of women, but only 7.6% are Fortune 500 top earners. In 2008, there were a total of 24.9 million privately held businesses. Of these, only 29% were majority women-owne. I can tell you what happened: The need for Permission.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

991 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Helpingpreneurs: The Economy of Love

We live in an abundant universe. All the resources, support, and direction we need is all around. Failure is not an option in creating and growing your business - you may choose to quit, but failure is not possible with the economy of love. The Webster's definition of economy is the correct ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

990 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

I'm Scared

I am scared. Yep - scared. I love the emails, cards, and phone calls from so many of you saying that you want to be fearless. You want to share your story, build the business, leave your spouse, buy the house, or leave the job. But, you're scared. I am too.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

990 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

10 Ways to Get the Money You Need Every Time!

I know the biggest objectio I hear from people working with me is, "I would love to, but I don't have the money". AND I know it is the biggest struggle you have when landing clients, as well. Out of all the objections for people to get the help, support, coaching, or healing they need, money is the biggest. I have spent years working on this and finding ways to coach people into reality. The reality is two things: 1) We always have the money to do the things we REALLY want to do. 2) You always get exactly what you need when you need it.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

984 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreneurs: Strategy Change is the Solution!

There have been lots of new business lessons that the puppy has taught me over the last week, but none as big as tenacity. What the puppy wants the puppy will get, and not because he is bossy or begging, but because he is willing to use strange strategies. Giving up is not an option- strategy change is the solution. This made me think back on the last 3 years and building my own business. I realized I had done pretty much the same thing. To win in the game of business you have to be willing to change strategies. You also must be comfortable with failing.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

979 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

The Fastest Path to Authentic Income

In business, there needs to be a systematic way to grow your income and your money mountain. It is easy to "chase the paper" in the words of Jay-Z, but it can be exhausting. There are so many things being thrown at us today as money-makers, such as audio, video, teleclasses, podcasting, social media--I could go on and on. We become excited and obsessed with the latest "gadget" to market and we lose site of our own mission to the latest marketing trick. Money and clients are ready, willing and waiting for you now. You don't need to put on fancy bells or ad whistles to make more money.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

975 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Do You Know Why You Are In Business?

There is a movement inside of you. It might be sleeping, but it is present. We are each born with a movement to make a difference and have an impact and the way we share that becomes our medium. For some they will teach, others coach, some support, or volunteer. I think the greatest tragedy in life is not sharing your movement or your unique ability with others and the world. From that movement is your deep seated WHY or what I call so that... Why did I want to make a million? It's just a number. Why do you want 20 clients? It's just a number.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

958 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Are You Ready to Make a Difference

A series of global and economic changes puts us in a new age of entrepreneurship - thank goodness. New ways of doing business are emerging and some sales/business has dried up and some has truly flourished. There is a difference. I want you to know what is working and how you can build, and build while others are scrambling to figure out what went wrong. There are three very key ways to make a difference and make money right now. Do all three and you WILL make millions while making a difference. 1) Listen.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

954 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

What if We Stopped Marketing?

I am trying to be as real with you as I can - honesty is my strong suit. A lot of marketers and coaches have been lying to you. Now, I do believe that most of them have not done it intentionally. They forgot or are so focused on their position they have ignored their own facts. So, I ask the question, what if we stopped marketing?

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

952 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Is This Just A Hobby?

Helpingpreneurs want to help. Imagine that. You have a giving heart and a spirit of support, healing, and love. Often times that beauty stops you from being business first. And business first is really important. Gina Ratliffe uses wonderful terms about service professionals asking Are you a hobbyist? or Are you wealth conscious? The wealth conscious entrepreneur understands that values, standards, and efficiency not only serve your business model, but serve your clients and customers. Is your business running organically and a little on the fly?

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

928 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreners: Are You Asking Yourself, "What Should I Do Next?"

Most of my private clients and inner circle know that I have been through a huge transition over the last four months. I worked in the Broadway Theatre industry for ten years and left that position about four weeks ago. It is a long story why I stayed so long with a thriving business. In some ways it was fear of change. Some of it was doing what you know and a part had to do with other people's voices. Most of you know my story of struggle, confusion, and frustration around finding a marketing path that felt authentic and heart centered when I first started my life coaching business.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

928 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Gas, Groceries, or Coaching

***Please note: In all of my advice please take note that if anyone has a child under the age of 18 you have an obligation to take care of that child's needs before all else, so please do not send me emails about the need to feed your children. Feed your children first.*** Are you choosing to fail? I get all types of messages all the time from people facing the cycle of quitting. Recently, someone wrote me that they barely had the money for groceries and gas and certainly not coaching. I am sure they thought my response would be, "I understand." I don't.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

927 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

The One Strategy That Doesn't Get Said

There are many skills it takes to grow, sustain, and build a business. Everything from marketing, mindset, and math has to be in play to make real money and a real difference. All of the education, time, and money you have put into growing your business won't much matter if you don't embody this- tenacity! Never give up. Never quit. People always want to know how I did it and what the one big shift was that happened. It's simple. I didn't stop. I didn't stop when: * People said No. * I ran out of money. * I got tired. * I went dry creatively.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

922 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

This Almost Ruined Me

I had this delusion that there was a finish line in business. I had thought that I would hustle, build my reputation, fill my practice, fill my bank account, and watch it start to go on auto pilot. Ah — nope.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

915 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Your Legacy is at Stake

Submission guidelines: You are welcome to publish this article in your opt-in newsletter or on your website provided it is published in it's entirety, including the resource box. Please email suzanne@helpmorepeople.com of your intent to publish this article. --SUMMARY-- In this article I will show you the most simple path to marketing your business you may have ever experienced. When you woke up this morning what did you think first? What was the first thoughts that ran through your mind? (OK, now we are all human- mine was Nooo!

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

914 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Do You Know Why?

(c) Copyright 2010, Suzanne Evans http://www.helpmorepeople.com ------------------------------- There is a movement inside of you. It might be sleeping, but it is present. We are each born with a movement to make a difference and have an impact and the way we share that becomes our medium. For some they will teach, others coach, some support, or volunteer. I think the greatest tragedy in life is not sharing your movement or your unique ability with others and the world. From that movement is your deep seated WHY or what I call so that... Why did I want to make a million?

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

913 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Don't Wait Until the Time is Right

I often get told that someone is waiting to start their business or one of my programs or make a change when the time is right. Without being disrespectful, it is laughable. Laughable for a few reasons: First, to believe that we are actually in that much control. Second, to believe that there is anything more than just a delay in your destiny is out of integrity. And third, if you have thought it even for a nanosecond then the time is now. Accurate thinking will tell you that life is just a series of moments and the more you wait, the more well, you wait.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

902 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Did You Pay Your Bill?

Money commands respect. Money deserves attention. Money responds to love. I love to talk about money. I particularly love to talk about the impact money can have on people, the planet, and change. Most of you are reading this because you want to make more money and you want to make a difference. Making a difference starts with your behavior. It launches from how you respect money. Money is energy and the greater respect you have, the more vibrant that energy returns to you. Prosperity is simple:

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

897 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Let's Stop This Rumor

There is a nasty rumor in the business world. Coaches, healers, helpers, "well, 'those people' just aren't serious about business." I hear it all the time and there are some facts to back it up. Typically, helping professions earn less, focus less on numbers, and carry more debt. According to Forbes.com: The salary of a life coach is six figures for only 10 to 20 percent of coaches. Since the median salary for life coaches in the United States is only $30,000 to $40,000 per year, it means that there are a lot of coaches who are making much less than $30,000.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

893 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Are You Telling the Truth?

Many of you are lying to yourself. You have been for a while. Don't get huffy — you know it's true and it isn't intentional, but it is happening. I see it day after day after day. Usually it shows up in the form of: * Unfulfilled promises * Commitments not kept * "Things Change" disguising deals broken * Quitting OK, so it isn't the most uplifting idea or article ever shared, but if you will take it to heart it might be just the one to change your life and your business. I have spent a lot of time over the last few months studying two things:

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

889 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

You Can't Be Both!

I had a need to be right for a long time. Maybe about 30 years - it kept me in a job I hated, my max earning was about $50k, I had no free time, and had created a situation where I could hardly make any of my own decisions. It became clear to me that being right no longer served me. I went as far as to have the belief that I wasn't really interested in seeking therapy or coaching. Period. I realize I was deeply afraid they might make me "wrong". Some people will get tired of it.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

885 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

5 Tips on How Not to be Cheap So You Don't Attract Cheap

Business is expensive. It takes investment, time, commitment, and effort. Do you know the business owner who won't go to the networking event because they have to pay for parking or breakfast or travel? You do. You may have even been one. My mentor, David, says... "there is no convenient time or place to become successful." I love this because it is exactly how I built my business... by going to the YES! The yes does not come to you, knock on the door, and deliver a pay day. This quote has been on my radar for the last three weeks, so I thought I better share:

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

880 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Only Followers Make More Money

Leaders are key in business and motivation, but if you truly want to make money you need to be a follower. I was thinking of two very special clients tonight who have experienced some very massive success in 6 months. When Paige and Brian came to me they were barely getting by (and this is NO exaggeration). They needed help in their business and they needed direction. From our first sessio I was pretty tough with them. But, I also loved them from the first five minutes of our call. I told them they had to do exactly what I asked them to. Period.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

874 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

When you love what you do so much your sides could split, money comes easy. I know some of you are already discounting this aft

"Don't chase the paper- chase the dream" P. Diddy This year as I begin to reflect on all that we have done at Help More People, the hundreds we have served, the businesses launched, stretched, and grow I am really grateful and a bit curious. I get asked all the time- how did you do it? Here's how: When you love what you do so much your sides could split, money comes easy. I know some of you are already discounting this after just my first sentence.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

844 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Do You Like Me?

Remember when Sally Field won the Oscar and squealed, "You like me. You really like me?" Truth: Many of you are doing that in your business. Maybe it happens when you get a client; maybe at networking groups; in your Master Minds; or even in your marketing copy. You want to be liked. You need to be liked. And it is keeping you broke. I have long said I do what I do to make a difference, not to make friends and it has allowed me to be unattached to the outcomes. Martha Beck (the very wise life coach for O) says, "I love you, but I don't care what you do." Brilliant!

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

833 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

The Most Important Thing I Did

In person is the fastest path to success. When you can look someone in the eye, connect with them, and share your gifts nothing else compares. In this world of technology, gadgets, and high-tech the pendulum is swinging back to face-to-face relationship based marketing. And the best way to make that happen is events. Now, there are multiple types: intimate, one day, and large multi day... the model is not that important, but what is important is the following:

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

833 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

How to Grow Your Business Fast through Sponsorships

People ask me this all this time: "Suzanne HOW did you grow your business SO FAST?" AND I've answered this question thousands of times, and I will continue to do so until the end of time. The answer is simple — I made eye contact. Really that is it. When you meet people in PERSON and not just online you are instantly able to determine: a) if they are the right fit for you as a client ; and rnb) they have a bond with you and your belief in them that will transform your business QUICKLY.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

832 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

5 Steps to Getting A Client This Week

I watch people want clients, but not take action. They are seemingly ready, but they complain more tha ACT. I know that's a bit harsh, but it is the reality of being an authentic entrepreneur. If you are really ready to help more people, you have to market and move. So, I have put together 5 ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

823 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

5 Top Tips to Build Your List

Think about how we keep in touch with our clients. If you work with clients or in a group you'll stay in touch directly, but mainly you stay in touch through your newsletter. In my own newsletter I share insights of value, tell you what's going on in my world, and keep you aware of my programs ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

797 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Helpingpreneurs - Go to the YES!

When in business for yourself, we succeed by getting "yeses!" Yes, I want to be your client - Yes, you can speak - Yes to writing an article for us - Yes to joining my group. It is the "yes" that excites us and makes us money! The "yes" enables us to help more people. I realize that we do get ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

797 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreneurs: The Secret to Failure

Let me just spill the beans for you... business success has almost nothing to do with business know-how and everything to do with mindset. The marketing pieces can be learned, and sometimes you can even delegate small parts of them out, but the deep core belief that it takes to manifest a BIG ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

789 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

How Self Help Can't Get Help

Most service providers and helping professionals, coaches, consultants, or change agents get into business by accident. Here is how it often looks. Sally is unhappy. She wants to change her life. She seeks support to change her life. She gets it. She likes it. She wants to give back -- wants to be a part of the same. Uh oh -- now I am in business.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

782 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Who You Are Being is What You Are Earning

You have to have a clear message to attract clients. Then, you have to have the right marketing to pull in those clients. Then, you better understand the math game (volume) to make it all work. There is definite strategy to business and without realistic practical plans businesses fail. But, I can also share emphatically how those practical plans never get implemented.

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

782 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreneurs - There Are No Cinderella Stories!

In college basketball, the term, "Cinderella Story," is often used for the underdog who comes out of nowhere to win the prize. It is a romantic idea about rising from the ashes and winning the prince or prize. Ponder what it takes to win a championship or bring home a gold medal.nn* How many ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

756 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Why Niching Doesn't Work for Most Helping Professionals

Are you making yourself NUTS with all this niche stuff? Niching is the mantra for the business world, and for good reason, but if it is so important and so widely discussed, why is it so difficult for many helping professionals to nail it? I figured out why. For many service-centered, ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

751 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreneurs: Are You Supporting Your Clients Fully?

Support comes in many ways, but HOW you are supporting your clients might be truly affecting client retention and referrals. To support your clients fully, you must be 100% authentic, honest and tough. Yes, tough. Lovingly tough. My message about marketing is about authenticity and sharing. ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

746 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Helpingpreneurs - Speak to Your Audience

Every show needs an audience. Every performer needs a stage and so does every entrepreneur! A few weeks back, we talked about the importance of building a list and some "how to's" to building your list. Once you get those guests in your database, then what? It is crucial to authenticity that ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

743 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Is Your Business Investment Portfolio Bankrupt?

I am no expert in the stock market and I certainly do not claim to be, but this I know. To make OR lose money in the market, you have to invest in the market. It goes back to the saying, "You got to be in it to win it." So take a moment and think about this. Seriously--grab pen and paper. How ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

743 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Helpingpreneurs - Authenticity Sells!

If you are going to try and be someone else, behave like someone else or do it the "right" way, building a business is going to be a struggle. I know first hand. My first coaching business was created out of wanting to look a certain way. I chose a name that would make me seem important and like ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

732 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreneurs: Do You Believe Enough to Get New Clients?

You have to believe in what you offer to sell what you offer. It is the self doubt and shyness about sharing our gifts that most often keeps our rates low and new clients at bay. Every marketing tool in the world is useless without a deep knowledge and understanding that you can make a ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

702 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreneurs - YOU May Have Forgotten!

"Success means having the courage, the determination and the will to become the person you believe you were meant to be." ~ George Sheehannn* Feeling like the marketing is hard?nn* A little blue cause you lost a client?nn* Can't seem to get motivated or on track?nn* Not sure you are meant to be ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

670 views

By Suzanne EvansRecently published1 topic

Solopreneurs: Introducing a Different Way to Identify Who You Serve in the Marketplace

We've all heard how important it is to identify our "niche" or even "sub-niche" business. Entrepreneurs often struggle with pinpointing exactly who to serve. You definitely have to get specific about your market, but I don't like to call it a "niche" because we've heard that word too much. I ...

Primary topic: Entrepreneurs

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