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***Confidence is Critical to Entrepreneurial Success; How is it Created?***Maximize Focus and Maximize Your Business Growth***Sales Before Coaching – The Critical Order of Success- Are You Ready to Give Up the Dream of Affluence? Me Neither! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Dennis KelleyThe headlines are coming at us from everywhere. There are numerous stories all over the internet, in your local paper, in the news magazines and on the television news telling us that the age of affluence is over. This week my Time Magazine arrived in the mail with the cover page headline, “The ...
Views: 999 - The Top 5 Vital Qualities for Owners of Recession Proof Businesses - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Monica ShahAs a business owner, business consultant, and business professor, I have been asked numerous times for the secrets of recession proof businesses. Recession proof businesses that I work with all seem to have one thing in common: recession proof business owners. Here are the top 10 vital ...
Views: 954 - Don’t Go It Alone: It Takes a Village to Run a Successful Business - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Lisa MontanaroMeet Your Board of Advisors Imagine a group of people that are available to bounce business ideas off of, to help you make pivotal business decisions, and to serve as a sounding board. Major corporations have a Board of Directors. Non-profits have a Board of Trustees. Why can’t the ...
Views: 864 - 4 Laws Of Marketing - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Dave SherwinWhile there's many laws of marketing, these four laws particularly apply to the home based market. And while they are very simple, I think the reason for failure among the home based market crowd is often a misunderstanding of one or all of these laws: Law 1. It’s a numbers game. Whoever ...
Views: 792 - *** Are You for Real? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cindy LoughranWhat is authenticity and why is it important to leadership? Leadership isn’t something we do in response to our circumstances. It’s a way of being. You don’t DO leadership. You ARE a leader. Leadership comes from within. It is an ongoing and consistent expression of who we are that inspires ...
Views: 1833 - How Do You Define Success? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Paula GregorowiczEveryone wants to be a success. As I see it, being able to succeed on your own terms is one of the big brass rings of life. Yet while many people sweat and toil on their quest to succeed, get ahead, have it all, and find happiness, they aren’t clear about what they are seeking. Armed with a ...
Views: 1382 - Taking the EGO Out of Your Business - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Lesley Ann SmithWhen I say EGO, what am I really saying? I am saying, to take you, out of the client / expert equation, and create a designed alliance. In turn take the short time you have with clients about what they need, versus what you can do for them. Maybe by now, you’re asking why would this be ...
Views: 685 - Coaching for Growth - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Gerard ODonovanCoaching proves to be one of the most essential components of our lives right from the day that we become aware of the environment surrounding us. Coaching is very essential for the normal growth of the child. Coaching for growth will also apply to an individual who wants to grow in his career ...
Views: 1082 - Pricing: What Does it Communicate About Your Business? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Mary TownsendYou could have a hundred marketing strategies lined up for the coming year, but if you apply them to the wrong pricing model you could end up very disappointed. You might still do OK but it’s unlikely the result will be brilliant. There are three elements to consider when deciding on a pricing ...
Views: 652 - 5 Simple Steps to Take Advantage in a Downturn Economy - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Jane MorrisonMany businesses struggle in this economy that stresses about ways to stretch the dollar and gain customers to maintain business goals. In the month that started with April Fools, it seems fitting to talk about ways to avoid the pranks of an economic recession. No matter what industry or ...
Views: 476 - Small Firms Must Research to Understand Recession Needs - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Tom WhitneySmall firms need to conduct market research if they are to keep up with customers’ changing attitudes and survive the recession, say marketing experts. Consumer mindsets are changing and small firms need to find out exactly how if they are not to be left behind, says marketing guru Stephen ...
Views: 755 - Small Firms Must Exploit Gaps in the Market - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Tom WhitneyIn a recession, the temptation is to sit tight, keep costs down and focus on your core market, but small firms should not be deterred from exploiting potential gaps in their sector, according to marketing experts. Common wisdom might suggest that a recession is not the best time to launch a ...
Views: 814 - Focus on Your Business and Watch it Expand - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Sandeep NathEvery time I find someone proposing 'one opportunity one day and another opp the next', I am reminded of what I learned as a child in first grade. I learned that you can burn a piece of paper with a magnifying glass, once you can get the sun's rays through the glass into a single point on the ...
Views: 809 - 7 Tips for Being More Effective and Working Fewer Hours - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Veronica LimI don’t know about you, but time management never really worked for me. Mind you, there are some tips from time management that are well worth following. The main thing is to know yourself and follow your own energy in terms of “when” you do things and to use your head when it comes to deciding ...
Views: 888 - Why We All Need a Coach - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Tom WeisnerLet me tell you a story about why we all need a coach. Why we need someone to help us develop the plan and someone who will hold you accountable for working towards that goal. Most weekday mornings I go to the gym before I head to work. About a year and a half ago I did this and was heading ...
Views: 876 - How Do I know if Sales Training is Right for Me? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Stephen Craine"This sales training will increase your sales." How often have you heard that when looking for sales training? Whether it’s a book, a CD, DVD, or a live course by a well known sales trainer, how do you know if it will work for you. If you’re investing money into improving your sales skills, or ...
Views: 1140 - The Human Taproot - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Dr. Rob BellOne characteristic of plants, shrubs, and flowers is hardiness. A plant’s hardiness includes its ability to withstand drought, wind, cold, and heat. The common trait among all hardy plants, however, is the presence of a taproot. The taproot looks similar to a carrot or turnip and grows ...
Views: 1842 - Communicate, Communicate, and Communicate - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Carrie FlehartyAs I was listening to an audio speech by Chris Weidner I became aware of a problem. Sometimes we feel that we've beat a subject to death. As leaders we feel we've stated the need, the change, the information to everyone and everywhere. Because we've stated the intention over and over again we ...
Views: 962(1 vote) - Reading the Energies of the Time - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Dianne CollinsThe world lives by trends. In fact, the entire universe functions according to trends called “cycles” – and cycles are all about timing and energy shifts. When times of transition are upon us as dramatically as they are now it is important to read not just the outer, obvious economic and ...
Views: 920 - Problem vs. Possibility Thinking - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Phil GlossermanAre you a problem person or a possibility person? One of the things I love about being a business coach is that I get to probe into how my clients think. Part of my job is to find out what propels them forward and what holds them back. Time and again, I see a direct correlation between what ...
Views: 1462 - Timelessness: Myth or Magical Connection? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Gayle Gregory"Reality is not only stranger than we suppose but stranger than we can suppose." - J. B. S. Haldane Have you ever dreamt about being a magician, able to expand time, capable of accomplishing everything important to you? Perhaps you have toyed with the idea of cloning yourself so you can get ...
Views: 1030 - Where is Your Focus? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Dr. Robin RushloThere is a great belated birthday card. The front says something like “I think I have ADHD. I’m sorry I missed your…oh, look, there goes a bunny.” There are certainly enough things to distract us these days. The economy (if you believe everything you read), the environment, taxes, the list ...
Views: 1071(2 votes) - The Next Workplace Evolution - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Gayle GregorySeeing our thoughts crystallize into form! Some days are amazing gifts from God. Today was one of them! This morning’s call with the founding partners of our organizational consulting business, Workplace Evolution, was a remarkable think-tank. It didn’t start out with that intention but ...
Views: 1178 - Organizational Unstoppability - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Gayle GregoryHow we view our differences is a missing ingredient! When you wake up in the morning are you excited to get to work? As you shower are you already thinking about all the good work you are going to do that day? Does your heart open in joy when you think about the camaraderie at work? Do you ...
Views: 1188 - Twitter Your Business? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Ray WilliamsThere' s no question that Twitter has become the next big thing in internet social networking. Yet to this day, less than 10% of North American internet users actually "Twitter." But unique visitors the Twitter website has grown over 1300 % in one year. So what exactly is Twitter? Twitter is ...
Views: 1217(2 votes) - Actions Against AD/HD Distractions - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelActions against AD/HD Distractions: How to Ensure a Better Bottom Line for Your Business By Geraldine Markel, Ph.D. A primary characteristic of AD/HD is distractibility. Distraction is a significant barrier to achieving efficiency and productive in business. You are diverted from ...
Views: 2268 - Sustaining Innovation in Your Organization – Strategic Alignment: Part 1 of 6 - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Carol PletcherWhat is at the top of every company’s mind these days? Innovation. Fresh Ideas and innovative products have been tagged as the driving force behind creating a competitive advantage and, ultimately, company growth. Keeping your company on task in regards to your innovation is one of the most ...
Views: 957 - The 5 Key Steps to Promoting Your Website - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Larry KillionPromoting your website can seem like a daunting, complicated task. The truth of it is that it's not a trivial undertaking. But with some plans, you can be sure that you're leaving no stone unturned and working toward the best possible results. Step 1: Preparation - Prepare your website for ...
Views: 1565(1 vote) - ***Preparations for C-Level Presentations Make Perfect - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Sam ManferYour final test to win contracts is your presentation. How professional you look based on what needs to be heard will determine your success or failure. Remember these voters want what they want - not what you think they should want. They also want no risk and maximum gain. Therefore you’ve ...
Views: 1817(1 vote) - Could it Be This Simple? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Therese SkellyOh, the wonderful power of intention was wildly at work in my world last night. My nutrition/health coach (Gina Van Luven) wants me to have more greens, and suggested kale as a really healthy choice. In my home growing up, we lived on mainly frozen dinners and iceberg lettuce, so kale has not ...
Views: 992 - Smart Women Twitter - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Joy Chudacoff“Joy, do you Twitter?” When I first heard this question about 8 months ago, I didn’t know if they were talking about my sex life or maybe I’d missed the latest fitness trend that promises to help you lose 10 lbs. in 2 days! I was being interviewed via the phone and during one of the commercial ...
Views: 944 - Smart Women, Barbie and Madonna - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, there's been a lot of media attention around the fact that the Barbie doll is turning 50 this year. I couldn't resist watching an online slideshow of the many re-inventions and changes Barbie has gone through over the last 50 years. My heart skipped a beat when the "Barbie of 1967" ...
Views: 890 - Improved Communications Keeps Good Employees - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from John ChappelearI think the common mistake I see all over the country is managers and supervisors not taking actions they knew were right quickly enough. They wait and hope changes occur. They hope someone changes their attitude, hope someone comes to work more timely, hope they become a better team player. ...
Views: 1003 - Here’s Why Trying to Manage Time is Causing You Additional Stress - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2009 from Dennis KelleyThere’s not enough time! Sounds familiar doesn’t it? How many times have you said that there just isn’t enough time to get everything done? Time is such a precious commodity in our life and yet we never seem to have enough time in our day. Ben Franklin has been quoted as saying, “If time be ...
Views: 1041 - Small Businesses Urged Not to Put All their Eggs in One Basket - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Tom WhitneySmall firms that rely on one or two big clients for the bulk of their revenue are placing themselves at risk by putting all their eggs in one basket, say business experts. Business analysts have warned that a worrying number of small firms — typically service companies in the business to ...
Views: 700 - Your Time is Right Now! - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2009 from Heather Dominick"Don't wait. The time will never be just right." -Napolean Hill There is a shift in consciousness in the world. People are seeking a new kind of business - one that allows them to integrate spiritual beliefs into their everyday business actions and lives. Your time is now. You are here to ...
Views: 1130 - The Real Secret to Success in Your Business – It's Not What You Think! - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Laura WestThe secret to success for entrepreneurs and small business owners is not another brilliant marketing idea. There’s a better place to start first. The real secret to success is tapping into and using your intuition in your business on a consistent basis. You might be wondering… Can this really ...
Views: 885 - The Manager as Coach - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Gerard ODonovanThe manager of an organization is one of the most important people within the organization as he is responsible for managing the human resources as well as the other resources in the company. Today the manager has to take the responsibility of being a coach to his people. He has to see that ...
Views: 1072 - Taking Advantage of the Teachable Moment - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2009 from Angie ThompsonTom, a middle-aged CEO, is experiencing some tough times in his business. Changes in economic climate and competitors are leaving him and his team unsure about the validity of their strategy, so he attends an executive strategy workshop. Andrea, a mother of two young children, has the chance to ...
Views: 934 - Smart Women Know How to Work the Puzzle - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffThis morning, my 6-year-old daughter Jenna decided to work a new puzzle that she received for her birthday. The puzzle, when put together, would represent our solar system. She dumped the pieces out all over the floor and began to realize how “big” this process was for her. I could feel and see ...
Views: 700 - Smart Women, Baseball and Marketing - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffLast weekend was "opening day" for Little League Baseball in our community. There was a Pancake Breakfast to kick-off the season, children singing the National Anthem and of course, a local celebrity to throw out the game ball. We really enjoyed our morning and felt grateful to share in the ...
Views: 662 - Are You Using This Power Tool In Your Business? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Diana Long M.S.ACCThank You Power! Gratitude is a very, very powerful emotion. Cultivating a practice of being thankful might just be one of the single most important things you could do to boost your bottom line AND your own feelings of life satisfaction. Did that get your attention? I hope so! A recent ...
Views: 1011 - Unstoppable You! - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Diana Long M.S.ACCAre you playing big or are you playing small? Does your 2009 Vision for Success Plan have a few "stretch" goals - goals that are both thrilling and scary at the same time? I hope so! Truth be told, you are either growing or dying, moving forward or backward; there really is no standing ...
Views: 905 - A Secret to Closing More Sales - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Diana Long M.S.ACCHow to Connect Deeply with Your Ideal Clients Would you like to have a rush of perfect clients lined up to purchase your products and services? These ideal clients LOVE working with you, are happy to pay your fees, and become raving fans of your products and services. Yes? I thought you ...
Views: 872 - How the "Little Things" Become Huge Obstacles and What You Can Do About It - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Diana Long M.S.ACCYou’ve got big dreams, you’ve got your vision, and you’ve carefully constructed your plan. That’s all you need, right? Not a chance! It takes more than a really great plan to get the juicy results that you desire. One of the biggest obstacles to your success could be: YOU! Are you avoiding ...
Views: 924 - Do You Have a Truly Profitable Mindset? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Diana Long M.S.ACCHow to Free Yourself from Negative Influences and Soar The recession, doom & gloom, and the ever present media force feeding us all of this bad news is at an all time high. Every time I pick up a newspaper (which isn’t too often these days), I’m blown away with the strong, fear-based message. ...
Views: 835 - ***Presentation Tactics to Make Your C-Level Audience Buy into You - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Sam ManferYour presentation makes your proposal come to life. It must instill a feeling of confidence about your company as it relates to the project you’re bidding. It also must be memorable. The last presenter has an advantage, but many times whoappears last is out of your control. So what you say and ...
Views: 2671(1 vote) - On Being a Marketer - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2009 from James ArmstrongFollowing is part two of an interview with Cheryl Benton, owner of 747 Marketing. Their website says, "We've built a consulting business that helps our clients gain unfair competitive advantages by outwitting the other guys." Visit Cheryl Benton’s website simply by Googling 747 Marketing. ...
Views: 1829 - Instant Attitude Adjuster for Sales People and Business Owners - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Geoffrey SchmidtHave you ever had one of those days where you woke up in the morning and no matter what you did you just couldn’t ’snap’ out of it? It’s like you had a bad dream and it left you with a salty attitude to carry throughout the day. Sure you have, because we have all experienced at least one of ...
Views: 922 - Generate Higher Returns from Your Innovation Investments: 6 of 10 - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2009 from Bryan SeyfarthOne way to establish market differentiation is through the introduction of innovative new products. Establishing that differentiation is one thing, but maintaining it is quite another. Here we have put together a ten part series on how to generate higher returns from your innovation ...
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