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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- Diagnosis: understanding the crisis. - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2009 from Carlos José PedrosaWHY THE DIAGNOSIS? Always, and every year, is investigating the natural value of the company. This evaluation, under our law, is held under the aspect merely carrying through the balance sheet, which is a specific method of evaluation, with different objectives. However, it is not possible, ...
Views: 1120 - Time zero: overcoming the crisis - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2009 from Carlos José PedrosaThe road to recovery of a company involves numerous steps required. The first is the awareness, by the leaders, that something must be done urgently. Recognize that it is not well is a reasonable, but may hurt the pride of the leaders. Meanwhile, the company does not have any pride: maximum play ...
Views: 1018 - Crisis in the enterprise: an internal matter - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2009 from Carlos José PedrosaWith so many crisis-reaching enterprises of various branches of business, large and small, in Brazil and other countries - including the first world, it is to imagine why this happens. It is the same as asking why people get sick. Say it is because there are bacteria that will contaminate a ...
Views: 1022 - ***Accurate Sales Forecasting - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2009 from Sam ManferForecasting can be simple and accurate, and if one uses a consistent, creditable selling process it can be even more reliable. Here is a simple way of forecasting. Try it on some outstanding business. Try it also on some opportunities you closed and others you lost. The simple system ...
Views: 1709 - Business Management: Hiring and Retaining Quality Employees - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Bill BartmannFor a business to succeed, you must be hire quality employees who will share your vision and be a part of your company. Though they won’t be a partner who shares a financial interest in the company, they must take pride in their work and have the ability to contribute to the growth and success ...
Views: 749 - Business Development Tips: Building a Master-Mind Group - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Bill BartmannThe concept of the master-mind group was originally developed and implemented by Napoleon Hill, over 50 years ago. It has been proven to work for many serious entrepreneurs. The idea is to surround yourself with people who know more than you so you can benefit from this collective intelligence ...
Views: 603 - Launching your Business: How to Build a Strong Advisory Board - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Bill BartmannEvery business should have an advisory board. A strong advisory board brings experience and advice to your company without the cost of high business consulting fees. You need a group of people who know about things you don’t; people who possess the skills and attributes that your business ...
Views: 719 - Strategic Success vs. Tactical Superiority - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Greg RoworthWhile almost every business strives for tactical superiority in their markets, the real winners are those that focus on strategic success. These winners have found a way to break out of the mold and break free of the playing field their competitors played on. They manage to create a unique ...
Views: 964 - ***Developing Positive Self Esteem and Confidence - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Sam ManferLack of confidence, self-doubt and low self-esteem stem from negative talk within yourself. This negative talk was programmed into you as a child. Yes, it was your parents or friends or role models that messed you up. However, that was then and there is nothing you can do to change that. But ...
Views: 1639 - How to Carry Out Operational Business Planning - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Greg RoworthAn operational business planning process is what puts your strategic plan into action within the scope of a financial year. It is a kind of specialized business plan that can focus on a number of working areas including an office, agency, branch, division and production facility. When you are ...
Views: 752 - The Energy of Synergy - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Mike Jaffe"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony."--Mahatma Gandhi “Paul Harvey died today,” I walked into the room feeling an odd sense of remorse for a person that I had never met yet, yet whose storytelling magic I aspired to. “Paul Harvey died today,” I ...
Views: 1408 - How to thrive in work after 40 despite challenging times - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Craig NathansonA challenging time This is a year of financial turmoil in which millions of people around the world have seen their retirement nest eggs shrink, and their houses decrease in value. For many, a generalized anxiety about their future keeps them up at night. While I can appreciate this current ...
Views: 979 - The Art of Stretching Time - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Tal Shai !The ancient Greeks had two words for time, chronos and kairos. While chronos refers to the time of physics or linear-sequential time (such as that of the clock "alarming" you out of bed in the morning), kairos refers to a moment or period of undetermined time in which something meaningful ...
Views: 2533(1 vote) - The 3 Critical Questions You Should Ask a Business Coach Before Deciding Who to Work With - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Laura Ashley-TimmsThe growing market for Business Coaching has become confused by the many other professionals that are restyling themselves. This presents something of a problem for a business owner seeking a Business Coach to work with; just how will you go about sorting the wheat from the chaff? The ...
Views: 547 - Claim a Niche Market for Guaranteed Business Growth - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Serena CarcasoleDoes your business have a specific focus? Are you considered an expert in one particular area? If you're not the go-to person in your industry of choice, the problem could simply be that you're spreading yourself too thin. Let's say, for example, that you own a floral shop. Until recently, ...
Views: 1240 - Whatchya Waiting For? Appoint Yourself the Expert! - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Ali BrownThere's one marketing condition I see over and over with my clients, and it's called "but-I'm-not-an-expert-yet-itis". These people are afraid to play bigger because they think it's not their time yet. (The important words there being "they think".) They're waiting for something to happen - a ...
Views: 896(3 votes) - Smart Women Get an “Entrepreneurial” Checkup - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffWhen we get sick, have the flu or some other ailment that we can’t seem to cure on our own, we go to the doctor for a checkup. The same is true in our businesses. If you feel like your business is not growing the way you had envisioned, maybe it’s time for an “entrepreneurial” checkup. This ...
Views: 645 - A Lesson from Sarah Palin - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from David SnellAs you may recall, during the 2008 presidential and vice presidential campaigns, Governor Sarah Palin didn’t do many interviews and some of the ones she did didn’t turn out very well. I’m thinking specifically of the one she did with CBS News anchor person Katie Couric. If you recall that ...
Views: 969 - How to Handle the Hostile Reporter - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from David SnellHow to Handle the Hostile Reporter by David Snell Truth to tell, there aren’t many hostile reporters out there, but there are a few, and if you’re confronted with one it’s a pretty good idea to have specific tools in mind about how you will respond to their questions. You're expecting a nice ...
Views: 2706 - Churchill, Demasthenes, and You - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2009 from David SnellMost people have decided before they graduate from high school whether or not they are cut out to be A Speaker. If your early experience in front of audience was successful, odds are you continued to seek out opportunities to speak, continued to get positive feedback, continued to improve. On ...
Views: 1033 - Napoleon Hill Made it Clear: Mastermind is Not Optional - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Steve Pohlit” A Master Mind may be created through the bringing together or blending, in a spirit of perfect harmony, of two or more minds. Out of this harmonious blending the chemistry of the the mind creates a third mind which may be appropriated and used by one or all of the individual minds. The Master ...
Views: 3279 - 3 Reasons Why All Business Owners Should Have a Business Coach - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Laura Ashley-TimmsIn times of economic difficulty, it is a brave man indeed that invests heavily for the future of the business – yet this is the one thing that has been consistently shown to be the key to longer-term survival. Acting against the herd (who are all pulling in their necks at this time), means that ...
Views: 569 - There is No Such Thing as Work Life Balance… - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Mike Jaffe"I've learned that the process of life - including the work, obstacles, even the hassles - is my life. Life isn't the end result - it's everything in between the beginning and the end." - ANON Let's begin by stating the obvious - there is no such thing as work-life balance. Although there ...
Views: 1627 - 5 Small Business Success Strategies for Beating the Recession Blues - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Shari BoyerNo one’s going to pretend that things aren’t challenging, but that might not be a bad thing. The following are five strategies for shifting your perspective and changing your set-in-stone way of doing business. 1) Shift your perspective. These are volatile times, but learn to view these ...
Views: 900 - ***The Proactive Recessionary Birds will Catch the Economic Recovery Worms - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Sam ManferOpportunities are on their way. Will you recognize them? Will you be ready for them or will you jump on them as the parade passes by? The world is changing, and that’s scary. But like all change, it brings opportunities, making right now an exciting time to get in on the ground floor of ...
Views: 1758(1 vote) - Strategic Plan Management - It's a Process, Not an Event - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Greg RoworthBefore discussing strategic plan management, it is important to understand the basic concept of a strategic business plan. This is a management tool used to decide the values, objectives, goals, and responsibilities of your company. Your strategic plan provides proper direction to your company ...
Views: 588 - The Importance of Competitive Advantage Management - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Greg RoworthAlmost all businesses have to face stiff competition with their business rivals in vitually any market today. Having an advantage over them is not enough to guarantee you can sustain your position on the competitive ground. An ongoing analytical survey of the market and its volatility is ...
Views: 2736(1 vote) - Blogging for Leads – it’s easier than you think! - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Dean DeLisleThe evolution of Blogging seems like it’s not much different than the old chat rooms of yesteryear which were spawned by online conversations when people were too busy to talk! Whatever we want to call this, it does work and it does yield leads if properly managed. However, we must first ...
Views: 1065 - Top 8 Reasons Why Your Company Needs a Vision - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Kerri Myers,A vision is a company thought process that not only defines the company’s goals it brings to life the mission and desired success of each individual. A vision is a powerful creation that pulls people forward and brings energy to the mundane. A vision is always asking what’s next, what ...
Views: 4143 - Noble Seed, Royal Soil - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Joni CarleyHealthy humans are both blessed and challenged by a drive to be all that we can be. We’re too often tortured, though, by internal and external signals that tell us we have to be more, better and different than who we really are. All great traditions teach about a noble seed that is unique in ...
Views: 1722 - The Feminine Edge - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Joni CarleyWomen bring unique values to the workplace – values that often make them feel like they’re swimming against the cultural stream. In recent generations, the path to success required that women bury their natural instincts in order to progress in a male dominated, dog-eat-dog world. It’s ...
Views: 1469 - The Sure-Fire Way to Attract More Clients - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Peter GeorgeAs self-employed professionals, we are often looking for a brilliant marketing strategy to implement ... searching for the remarkable tactic that results in tremendous returns ... the latest and the greatest of these that give us all the business we can handle. Well, you can stop! There are no ...
Views: 1220(10 votes) - How to Become an Ideal Leader - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Stuart LoubeWhen you are at work, do you get frustrated because things don't seem to be happening the way they’re supposed to be? You see people milling around but nothing gets accomplished. And in the daily hustle and bustle, do you feel that your goals remain just that – goals. Then maybe its time for you ...
Views: 1042 - Smart Women Get a “Personal” Check-Up - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, my husband Greg was in the hospital for a health issue. He started in the emergency room and was eventually admitted to the hospital. This experience created a lot of thought and reflection for me on many levels. One that I think might be helpful to you is how Smart Women occasionally ...
Views: 669 - 5 Ways to Keep Learning and Growing - Even on a Tight Budget - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2009 from Ali BrownI recently received a long letter from one of my readers - whom I'll call "Amy" -- that went something like this, "Ali, I see you're now charging beaucoup bucks for your coaching programs and to mentor with you. No question you are worth thousands of dollars to work with! But I feel really ...
Views: 910(3 votes) - Random Acts of Investment - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2009 from Mike Jaffe"As long as you derive inner help and comfort from anything, keep it."--Mahatma Gandhi Coming off of the incredible historical high of January, the energy of a hope and vision are building in everything we do. I can see people reaching out to one another to help and create connections in ways ...
Views: 1483 - Job Seeker Secrets – 21 Tips to Give You the Edge Over Millions of Out-of-Work Professionals - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from Dale CollieExperience shows that these twenty-one tips are important in your job search. Now that you’ve recovered from the shock of losing a job through no fault of your own, you need to get a jump on the millions of others who are in the “job market.” These strategies will help you find a new job and ...
Views: 1715 - Witnessing Greatness - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Alicia MarieKen looked puzzled when he asked, ”Why are you crying?” I had not even noticed that my eyes had pooled with tears and one was slowly making its way down my cheek. He and I had just spent a day practicing, designing and training for his new workshop. I have been coaching Ken by phone for months ...
Views: 1476 - Being “Open for Business” - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Alicia MarieI have great admiration for small business owners. I love their entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering attitude, perseverance and strength. I am lucky enough to work with them daily as their business coach. Through my role as coach, I am honored to witness courage in so many ways. The courage to ...
Views: 1377 - A Successful Recipe for Accountability - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Alicia MarieAccountability is a buzzword in the business world right now. Unfortunately, most of us have negative understanding of the word. We often use the word as if it means blame and punishment. Therefore, we attempt to avoid it. The truth is that accountability is unavoidable. In the workplace, ...
Views: 2619 - "What's In Your Marketing Funnel?" - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2009 from Ali BrownA past client of mine, whom I'll call "Mary," was a financial planner. She'd had a Web site for a few years that pretty much served as an online brochure for her. When Mary came to me, she was looking for other ways to generate income besides working directly with clients. During our first ...
Views: 825(3 votes) - Teleseminars: Should You Add Phone-based Training to Your Services Offerings? - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2011 from Karyn GreenstreetWhat is a Teleseminar? A teleseminar is a class, workshop or lecture delivered over the telephone. It gives students access to training materials they might not be able to find in their local community, and allows them to learn new material without having to travel. The teacher is usually ...
Views: 1174 - Smart Women Ignite Their Fire - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffAs I was getting ready for a day of skiing on a recent family ski trip, I had one goal in mind: Stay warm! I knew it was going to be cold and windy that day, and I wanted to make sure that I kept my body heat inside. This got me thinking about how Smart Women who are living a life filled with ...
Views: 792 - Being Positively Practical in Your Business - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Alicia MarieWith the current economy and market changes I certainly feel it is important to keep a positive attitude, be positive and focus on what’s working versus what isn’t working. I know without a doubt that this helps me stay productive, peaceful and creative which makes me better at what I do daily. ...
Views: 1355 - Keep the 9-5 and Start a Business on the Side - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2009 from DeLores PressleyEver dream of running a part-time business, but want to keep your day job? With the current economy, many people are looking for ways to make additional income. According to Entrepreneur.com over 50% of households now have a home-based business. Author, Keynote Speaker and Personal Power ...
Views: 604 - How to Charge More and Work Less - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2009 from Ali BrownI remember when I first launched my first business as a copywriter years ago, I had no clue what to charge. Without putting hard thought into what type of results my work gave my clients, I started out with an hourly rate that didn't scare ME! I would still even stutter when I said to clients, ...
Views: 861(3 votes) - What Do New, Future-focused Careers Have in Common? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2009 from Brad TaftThe restructuring of American business continues to put great pressure on the traditional relationship between employer and employee. With all this fracturing of businesses into different and smaller units, employers can’t guarantee jobs anymore because they don’t know what their companies will ...
Views: 745 - Getting Through To People - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2009 from David LesserClients often ask me for tools and techniques to make them more effective in working with people. In a coaching session, whenever we discuss and practice how to handle a particular person or situation, they usually end up recognizing that the connection is the most important thing. In this ...
Views: 550 - Tips for Environmentally Friendly Brochure Printing - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2009 from Jay JensonBrochure printing is a necessary function of your marketing operations, but it doesn’t have to be a burden for our environment. Business brochure printing can be environmentally friendly if you follow these “green” brochure printing tips. 1. Save paper by printing smaller and ...
Views: 878 - Getting Publicity at Trade Shows - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2009 from Allison BlissFor businesses who attend trade shows to gain leads for media and sales, I’ve outlined some tips that I recently discussed in an interview for “Investors Business Daily”. [And yes, in our internet age trade shows are still very viable marketing activities for many companies to ...
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