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- Yoga for the Mind: Understanding the U.S. Tax Code - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2015 from Sally MarksOur tax season will be upon us very soon. The IRS says it will be ready for the onslaught of returns beginning January 20, 2015. Many people look forward to getting their W-2. They proceed to file their taxes and claim their long awaited refund. I do not get excited by receiving such ...
Views: 1442 - How To Turn Your To-Dos Into Friends - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerYou're no stranger to the overwhelm associated with an ever-increasing to-do list; no entrepreneur is. But there's a simple reframe we can apply to move from overwhelm to 'over and done.' Take a look at your to-do list, and instead of viewing it as an exasperating army of tasks clamoring ...
Views: 1234(2 votes) - What's the Plan, Stan? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerI don't need a plan. Oh, the joy of spontaneity! Going with the flow is the way to be (I even said so myself in a previous article). And let's not forget the old adage that variety is the spice of life! With these sentiments guiding us, who needs a plan?! Some of you love to be ...
Views: 1189 - The Vital (and mostly overlooked) Ingredient to Effortless Cash Flow - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2015 from Sheela MasandWhat do you do when cashflow is down, or even non-existent? Well the first place most people look is to the experts. So Googling “how to make cash fast” or calling up a friend who has done what you want to do or is bringing in money doing what you do is often the first port of call. I know ...
Views: 759 - How To Easily Teach Creativity To Your Guitar Student - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2015 from Tom HessDo you want to have the most enthusiastic guitar students around, new students constantly knocking at your door and the envy of all other local guitar teachers? Before you can do all this you need to learn how to transform all your average students into incredible musicians. To do this, you must ...
Views: 1065 - Using Visualization With The Secret Of Emotion (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2015 from Darren O ConnellThe reason why visualisation can work so incredibly well is because the subconscious mind responds to emotions. So, if you want the mind to really believe your visualisation exercises as the truth, and as a matter of fact, you will have to start practicing and associating real emotions with ...
Views: 1453(3 votes) - 7 Areas To Check When Your Info Product Does Not Sell - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2015 from Susan RegierIt’s not what you want to discover after you’ve spent days – weeks even – creating a new info product and it’s simply not selling. Before you throw in the towel, check out these 7 areas. #1 Keywords Is your product easily found? Your product solves a problem – if you had this problem, ...
Views: 1377 - Strategies To Understand The Motivations And Fear Of Your New Recruits - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2015 from Anita BigginsIt is very good to know the motivations of your team members. . Many times people sign up because it is free and they are curious. We can best help new recruits if we know their desires and fears. Most people do not have a fear of success; most people have a fear of the unknown. Here are my ...
Views: 1156 - The Creation of Desire (Part 3 of 3) - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2014 from Darren O ConnellAs a result, he or she will start to believe even less than before because of the absence of desire that leads to the absence of action that leads to the absence of positive results. This cycle continues in a downward slippery slope until the mind becomes completely pessimistic and stops ...
Views: 1187(2 votes) - Ma$$ive Prosperity - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Jeanna GabelliniWhat's the best way to attract massive prosperity? If you knew, you'd already be doing it right? You have the formula right under your nose and may not know it. The answer is similar to this riddle … Q: How do you eat an elephant? A. One bite at a time. The same is true for ...
Views: 1431(2 votes) - Disposition Of The Mind (Part 1 of 3) - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Darren O ConnellI can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. This quote from Jimmy Dean carries within it the secrets of success, in most circumstances, no matter how terrible the situation is or how hopeless the state of affairs seems to be. If you ...
Views: 1253(2 votes) - Recalibrate, Restore, and Revive Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerIs business starting to feel like a slow drain on your soul? Are you beginning to begrudge every moment spent in front of your computer, or do you attack it, frisky and excited for what's to come? If you're feeling somewhat slumped at the sight of your work, it's probably time to implement ...
Views: 1178 - Is Fear Holding You Back? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2014 from Sheela MasandI belong to a mastermind group, but we haven't been meeting up so frequently over the past year and so when we finally caught up the other day it was lovely to hear how everyone is getting along in their life and business. One of the ladies has written a book, and I thought she would have had ...
Views: 843 - 4 Things You Are Doing To Sabotage Your Music Career (And What To Do About It) - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2014 from Tom HessAnswer this: What is the biggest factor that keeps musicians from beginning and developing a career in music? Is it lack of musical skill? No music business connections? Not getting any opportunities? Being low on money? Not living around a big music scene? ... well, it’s actually none of ...
Views: 1234 - The Perfect Time To Get Media Attention - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2014 from Susan RegierMany entrepreneurs and business owners believe that summer and Christmas are the seasons when most people avoid newspapers and business magazines. Everyone is away or too busy – therefore it’s not the time to send a media release out to editors and radio/television producers. But they’re ...
Views: 1683 - The Online Sideline Business - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2014 from Sarika PeriwalThe internet is a huge opportunity waiting to be exploited by anyone who has a marketable skill or product. If you already have a job and are loath to give up the security it provides for a pie dream, you can set up an online sideline business. This gives you the freedom to explore an opening ...
Views: 1704 - Viral Marketing; Indie Writers', Singers' and Artists' Best Friend - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhen I first began marketing, there was no such thing as viral marketing, social media marketing or the Internet, as we know it today. Getting the word out about your products and services was costly and, oftentimes, not very effective. Authors, artists, indie songwriters and the like often ...
Views: 1221 - The Online Journey Must be Planned to Be Profitable - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Kathleen GageMany people dream of making six and seven figures a year online. They’ve heard outlandish results experts in any number of industries have gotten and hope to achieve the same. Is it really possible to build a successful and profitable online business? Absolutely. But before you can generate ...
Views: 1242 - The Major Barrier to Getting Your Book Published - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhatever your perspective, your opinion or your belief, the Internet provides a platform to express it. Barriers to entry for getting your material published is practically nonexistent. The greatest barrier to entry is not getting started. Simple as that. The great news is this: the minute you ...
Views: 1268 - To Make Money You Must Know Your Market - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kathleen GageRegardless of how much or how little marketing knowledge you have, it is essential to always know who your market is and is not. It’s also important to accept that your marketing strategy should change as your business changes. And of course you must know your limitations in terms of budget, ...
Views: 1357 - Is Sending a Newsletter a Waste of Your Time, Energy and Money? - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerIs sending out a regular newsletter (and email marketing in general,) a waste of your time? Even though social media and text messages have become a daily habit, the fact remains that email marketing – including a business newsletter – remains one of the most effective and cost-efficient ...
Views: 965 - The Relocation Market Could Be a Goldmine for Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhen I moved from Utah to Oregon nearly seven years ago I had the opportunity to experience marketing from a powerful perspective: a consumer in need of numerous products and services. As I settled in, I realized what an incredible opportunity this is for countless businesses to increase ...
Views: 1216 - The Power and Profit of Affiliate and Joint Venture Partnerships - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kathleen GageMany people marketing with the Internet are utilizing a couple of very effective strategies to increase revenues and market reach. Newer marketers may believe these tactics are brand new and are some great “secret” recently revealed. Anyone who has been in marketing for any length of time knows ...
Views: 1411 - A Year in Review: How Do You Measure Success? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Lisa MontanaroSo we are coming to the end of another year. And a particularly popular exercise that a lot of people do at the end of the year is to look back and reflect on their activities, goals, and achievements to determine if the year has been a successful one. But this begs the question: How do you ...
Views: 1156 - Teleseminars - One of the Best Ways to Build Your Business and Your Revenues - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Kathleen GageHolding live workshops and seminars are a good way to build a business. However due to current economic trends, the traditional methods of holding and conducting workshops make it very difficult to execute and get participation. In addition, the costs involved in getting a venue, audio visual ...
Views: 1747 - Teleseminars - A Formula to Find Experts to Be Your Featured Guest - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Kathleen GageIf there's one thing I encourage you to do before you begin offering teleseminars it's to clearly define your expertise and your market. Why? Because the more you know what your market wants and what you are qualified to offer the better. You are in an improved position to provide solutions ...
Views: 1625 - Now is the time to package your information into products and services - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageOne of the most important aspects of running a business, any business, is keeping your customer in mind. As obvious as these sounds, not everyone does it. A business cannot sustain itself without keeping the customer/client in the forefront. One way to fully serve your customers is with ...
Views: 1227 - It’s Not that Internet Marketing Doesn’t Work; It’s that Your Systems Don't! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageUsing the Internet as part of your marketing mix can bring with it interesting challenges; a primary one being the amount of competition for the reader’s attention. For the sake of this article I want to talk about two primary types of Internet buyers. There is the impulse buyer looking for the ...
Views: 1021 - Isn’t it Time to Add Teleseminars to Your Marketing Mix? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageCompanies are constantly seeking the next new idea when it comes to marketing and sales. Fact is, some of the best strategies have been around for a long, long time. Take presentations – they have been a viable aspect of marketing for untold numbers of people. With the availability of ...
Views: 1041 - Is Becoming an Amazon.com Bestseller Worth Anything? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageRecently, I held a free teleseminar to teach authors how to become an Amazon.com bestseller. Not only have I achieved bestseller status on Amazon.com, I have helped several clients do the same. I was amazed at how many people registered for my free call. Between this one and another I hosted a ...
Views: 1170 - Integrity is a highly overused word for many entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageIn a recent conversation with a colleague of mine the topic of business integrity came up. Actually, I’ve had this type of conversation many times during the nearly 20 years I’ve been in business. It seems in some circles the word integrity means something completely different than in other ...
Views: 1145(2 votes) - Identify Your Expertise for Market Influence - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageThe best way to influence people’s buying choices is to offer something they can only get if they work with you or buy your product or those you recommend. What is your expertise? What sets you apart from others? And why should prospects choose you over your competition? This is a portion of ...
Views: 1057(2 votes) - Give me your internet marketing services for free! - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageLast evening, I had the good fortune of having dinner with my sister who is visiting from California. Over sushi we talked about how grateful we each are for our businesses. Lorraine is a fine artist who has built a very successful business over a number of years. I told Lorraine I feel so ...
Views: 1199 - 9 Tips for Holiday Connecting & Schmoozing - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Susan RegierWhether it’s in person or long distance, connecting during the holidays takes on a lighter, more festive air. But there can be a fine line when it comes to maintaining a professional image. Here are 7 tips to help you network effectively this holiday season. #1: Get in the Spirit – If you ...
Views: 1214 - Archenemies of the Aspiring Bestselling Author - Burnout and Apathy - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageIt's likely there is not a best selling author around who has not had to face burnout at one time or another. Others simply felt uninspired to keep on going with their craft. As an aspiring author, you are inevitably going to have to face these major obstacles. You will be well served to get ...
Views: 1100 - A Simple Formula for Fast, Easy and Profitable Product Development - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhen became a professional speaker nearly 16 years ago something I heard over and over from seasoned speakers was to develop product. These sage words made a huge difference in the success of my business. Why? Because no matter what is happening with the economy having various information ...
Views: 1208 - A Powerful, Profit-Generating Strategy Any Business Can Use - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageTeleconferences, also known as teleseminars, are fast becoming one of the most valuable strategies you can use to increase your market position, your lead generation list and your profit margins. You can quickly become known as an expert in both your field and market through the power of ...
Views: 1016 - Signs that Entrepreneurship Might Not Be for You - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinIf you are running your own business and are wondering if you are doing well at it, you should go figure out if you were born to be an entrepreneur or not. If it turns out that you don’t have what it takes to be a successful businessman, there’s no reason to feel miserable. It wouldn't even mean ...
Views: 1339 - Why Your Headshot May be Your Best Client Attraction Tool - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2014 from Susan Friesen5 Tips for getting professional headshots done that will build your personal brand When you are attracting customers in a digital world, first impressions are important. Many times with a quick glance at your website and photos, people make a judgment about you… and if your headshot is ...
Views: 1173 - The Downfall of Many Small Businesses - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerShiny object syndrome is the downfall of many small businesses. Especially solo entrepreneurs. You've got to focus I could end this post with that sentence, because in all seriousness, focus is as imperative to your success as knowledge or skill. Focus. The information available to ...
Views: 1024 - How Aspiring Entrepreneurs Should Use Their Internship - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinIt is definitely very easy for student entrepreneurs to get caught up with their startup during summer because they feel this is the perfect time for them to attend to the many aspects of their new businesses. And so, having a day job is not a very popular option for them. While it may seem that ...
Views: 1299 - Why Is It Good to Start a Business at the Age of 50? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinSeveral studies have revealed that those entrepreneurs who belong to the age group of 55 to 64 are actually more likely to succeed in business compared to their younger counterparts. This can be explained partly by the fact that older entrepreneurs are more active and serious about making their ...
Views: 1313 - 9 Steps to Become a Thought Leader—and a Media Darling - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2014 from Susan HarrowSo many people call themselves thought leaders now – but they aren’t. To be a thought leader takes some doing. It’s not so much about being original as it is about putting things together in an original way. It comes down to packaging your knowledge, skills, abilities, experiences, and yes, your ...
Views: 1181 - The Secret to A Breakthrough Year - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2014 from Lisa MininniWhen building your business, the fastest way to grow it is to focus your energy on activities that attract clients and bring in cash flow. Yet, you may often find yourself choosing a certain activity instead of the results-oriented activities you should be working on. Although you may have ...
Views: 1218 - Top Investments Entrepreneurs Should Not Miss - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinAs an entrepreneur, you must be willing to spend your time and money on improving your business, but do you really know which of your investments are actually worth your resources? By first opening your mind to what can boost your revenue will help you come up with the smartest decisions for ...
Views: 1175 - 3 Challenges Small Business Owners Must Know How to Overcome - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinDo you know that more than 90% of the fully operational businesses in the US are under the category of ‘small businesses’? This is a surprising fact, but an encouraging one for those of you who are considering becoming an entrepreneur. This figure only shows that the majority of the successful ...
Views: 1413(2 votes) - Empower Yourself Through Working At Home - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2020 from Shakeenah FentisDuring these difficult economic times we are living in, it is very important to find ways to stay empowered. Creating your own forms of livelihood are essential. When one loses their regular means of employment, what comes with that often is a sense of dis-empowerment, feeling like you have lost ...
Views: 1208 - Own Your Plan - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2014 from Jeanna GabelliniMost entrepreneurs think that laying out a plan of attack is what turns a business dream into a reality. Nope. You could be highly productive on a daily basis to put that plan in motion and may still not increase your profits. I’ve lived that scenario several years in a row. It’s very ...
Views: 1329(2 votes) - Is It the Right Time to Launch Your Own Startup Business? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHaving a start-up business is definitely not what any entrepreneur would dream of, especially considering that these small businesses are the ones most easily affected by even the simplest form of economic stability. Despite the fact that enterprises, regardless of their size, are truly the ...
Views: 1214 - Complimentary Consultations: What They Are and What They Are Not - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerLet's start with what a complimentary consultation is not. It is not a place to give away free coaching, consulting, or services. In my business philosophy, a complimentary consultation is not a place for a 'hard sell' either. The purpose of a complimentary consultation, also referred ...
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