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- Homeowners and Renters Insurance - They Won't Just Write You a Check - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Cindy HartmanInsurance policies are very hard to understand. They are long, so that factor in itself deters us from reading them. They also speak a language that seems foreign. By the time you look up every unknown word in the dictionary, all comprehension of what you’re reading is lost. Because of this, ...
Views: 1559 - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret # 17 Write Conversationally - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Patty SadallahWrite from the soul, not from some notion what you think the marketplace wants. The market is fickle; the soul is eternal. Jeffrey A. Carver. When I was a kid writing was such a big deal. Teachers taught a formal style of writing that was so intimidating. You were supposed to use big words ...
Views: 1552(3 votes) - It’s Time to Design Your Company’s Annual Signature Event - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2010 from Jennifer Ransaw SmithOprah hosts an annual vacation for her employees. Martha Stewart hosts an Annual Wedding Event at the Plaza Hotel (New York). The Obama’s host a themed picnic every summer. What do you do? What’s your Signature event? You know that thing that you host and people simply can’t wait to run ...
Views: 1551(3 votes) - Self-Awareness: Life Is a Hero’s Journey - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Valencia RayWe human beings love stories. One of the all-time favorite themes is ‘The Hero’s Journey’. Adventure stories and lessons from fairy tales were, and still are, at the top of my list of favorite movies, books, and conversations. This is why movies like “The Hobbit,” “Lord of the Rings,” and even ...
Views: 1551(1 vote) - In Business and Life, What Not To Do - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from Aly and AndreaWe spend a lot of time helping choreograph your World Tour of Success by sharing tips and resources with you. But today, we want to walk with you on your journey and share with you a few things "NOT" to do. Understand the value in knowing what you don't know yet, and that far outshines what we ...
Views: 1550 - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret #13 Be Patient with Yourself - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Patty Sadallah"Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections but instantly set about remedying them - every day begin the task anew." Saint Francis de Sales. Do you struggle with patience with yourself? I know that ...
Views: 1546(10 votes) - Affluent Boomer Women in this New Environment - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Kim Kirmmse TothDo you believe you are financially comfortable? Possibly more than comfortable? You were able to work less or not work at all while you raised families or cared for an aging parent. That was then, this is now. This is the New Environment. You may not realize it but 78% of the job lay offs ...
Views: 1546(2 votes) - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: #8 Have a Clear Vision - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Patty Sadallah"Without leaps of imagination, or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning." Gloria Steinem. Begin with a clear vision. Imagine yourself completely leading the ideal successful life. Here is my special exercise to help you get there. Ten ...
Views: 1544(4 votes) - Commitment Equates to Visibility - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Kathleen GageAsk a room full of entrepreneurs what their greatest challenge is and, more times than not, the answer is, “Finding clients.” Actually, it’s not so much finding clients as it is finding the right clients. Imagine if you didn’t have to search out clients because they found you because you are ...
Views: 1541 - Top 10 Tips to Align Your Authentic Business With Your Passion And Purpose - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Olivia LobellThis week’s article is about how to align your authentic business with your passion and purpose. The truth is one of the biggest questions most enlightened entrepreneurs (Coaches, Authors, Speakers, Trainers, Leaders, and Experts) what I love to call, Enlightened C.A.S.T.L.E., have is whether or ...
Views: 1541 - Stop Charging "What You Are Worth" - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2015 from ling wongIf you are a coach, consultant or service provider, you probably have heard time and again to “charge what you are worth.” We have also been told to raise our fees and sell premium packages so we can earn more and work less. All sound good on paper, until the rubber meets the road and you ...
Views: 1537 - How to Design Your Free Product Offer - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Sheri HoffIn today’s online world of business, a great free offer is a big key to success. Long gone are the days where people could put up a newsletter opt in box and get subscribers. Now, you need a free downloadable product that people can gain access to immediately. The offer not only needs to be ...
Views: 1535(9 votes) - Top 5 Motivators of Your Employees - by Submitted on May 04, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.What gets your employees, contractors, or freelancers charged and ready to go? If you don’t know you should find out because the very success of your business could depend on it. And besides, why wouldn’t you want to work with a group of people who are raring to go, bringing you tons of ...
Views: 1534(2 votes) - Are You Avoiding Confrontation? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Lenann McGookey GardnerI think there’s a trend … a trend toward avoiding confrontation. All the time. At all costs. No matter what’s at stake. And it’s starting to concern me! It’s not that confrontation is a good thing – too much of it, and life gets very tense. But it’s important that, when the situation ...
Views: 1532(2 votes) - Diversity and Inclusion Begins at the CORE - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Valencia RayDiversity as a consulting arena was not something I was attracted to historically—until now. I notice that it too often seems to be only representation, which is better than nothing, or somewhat anyway. Just to have physical bodies in a room is really not creating a culture of inclusion and ...
Views: 1529 - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret #7 Face your Fears - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Patty Sadallah"I gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which I must stop and look fear in the face... I say to myself, I've lived through this and can take the next thing that comes along...We must do the things we think we cannot do." Eleanor Roosevelt. There is plenty to be fearful ...
Views: 1528(5 votes) - 5 Tips for Generating More Cash Flow in Your Business TODAY Not Next Month or Next Year! - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Vanessa SimpkinsI get you – you’re busy, really busy, you’ve got 5 or 6 projects on the go, great ideas flowing in, but something is really off because contrary to what they tell you in school somehow the busier you get the less money is coming in. How is this happening? You work hard, you’re smart, ...
Views: 1526 - Easy Web Pages Writing I - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Bernice McLarenDo you have a website? Is it effective? In Writing for the Web Crawford Kilian wrote, “…it’s in your own interest to understand something about website design basics, especially as they affect the display of your text.” In this book, Kilian goes on to explain that web writing has the power ...
Views: 1522(1 vote) - The Power of Positive Praise - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Marcy StahlYou will have stronger, more enduring relationships with your clients and team members if you praise them 5-10 times as often as you say something negative. The same holds true for your marriage and probably your parenting. The sweet spot for healthy relationships is to offer 5 times as much ...
Views: 1522(1 vote) - How to Build Your Virtual Assistance Team - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2010 from Denise GriffittsLooking to Outsource in Your VA Business? Plan Ahead to Keep Yourself Sane When you started your virtual assistant business you had a plan, a business plan. You gave your plan a lot of thought, shared it with family and friends for feedback and just generally polished it to a fine sheen. Your ...
Views: 1521(2 votes) - 3 Things to Consider When Creating a Logo - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2016 from CJ MosesThe logo for your business is important when it comes to branding and marketing, and it should reflect your business in a positive light. If your logo design is not up to par, you risk the chance of not being so memorable to your customers or clients. Your goal is to stay in business and ...
Views: 1515 - Home Inventory – A Must Before Moving Or Placing Items In Storage - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Cindy HartmanIt’s moving day! You packed all your contents into boxes and labeled the boxes according to what room they go in when arriving at the new house. But you didn’t list the individual items as you packed – you didn’t create a thorough inventory. What if some of the boxes are missing when you arrive, ...
Views: 1514 - ***Do you have these Success Disabilities? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2010 from Patty Sadallah“Most of the shadows of this life are caused by standing on one's own sunshine. “ ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson. I was talking the other day to a group of ladies who were kvetching about the economy and the problems they were having with their businesses. Times are tough, but, I left that meeting ...
Views: 1512(7 votes) - Are You Eating Burnt Toast? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Marcy StahlEach of us is shaped by our family beliefs, expectations and behaviors. These are often passed down through multiple generations. "As you grow up, you're automatically enrolled in an eighteen-year course called "Life Beliefs." This course covers all areas of your existence -- religion, career, ...
Views: 1512(1 vote) - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret # 26 Leverage Joint Ventures - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Patty Sadallah“Joint Ventures are in, and if you’re not utilizing this strategic weapon, chances are your competition is, or will soon be, using this to their advantage…possibly against you!” Valerie Orsoni-Vauthey. If the number one way to build your business is to grow your mailing list, the number one ...
Views: 1509(9 votes) - Stop Self-Sabotage in 3 Steps - by If you desire to get more clients and make more sales (and break into your 6-figures) and you're frustrated and struggling, you might be challenged with fear and self-sabotage that keeps you from propelling yourself into the success you crave.
The good new is once you become aware of the top ...
Views: 1509(4 votes) - How To Succeed In Affiliate Marketing and What the Steps Are - by Submitted on May 26, 2010 from Jamian SurenjavBefore you start with affiliate marketing, you need to know that most of those who start with this business will not be able to create a full income and quit your day job. This is the reality. I'm telling you this because the faster you understand that it is a real business, the faster you ...
Views: 1508(3 votes) - How To Overcome Fears in Selling - by Submitted on May 14, 2015 from ling wongMany people are reluctant to go into selling their products, programs or services because of fears. If we can look under the hood of what’s under those fears, the awareness will help us get pass them so we can do what we need to do. What kind of selling works? Genuine selling. The kind that ...
Views: 1507 - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret #18 Mentor Adoption - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Patty Sadallah"We can help a person to be himself by our own willingness to steep ourselves temporarily in his world, in his private feelings and experiences. By our affirmation of the person as he is, we give him support and strength to take the next step in his own growth." Clark Moustakas . I struggled ...
Views: 1500(2 votes) - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret #24 Set Outrageous Goals - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Patty Sadallah“You have to set goals that are almost out of reach. If you set a goal that is attainable without much work or thought, you are stuck with something below your true talent and potential.” Steve Garvey. At a recent Redwood Sisterhood breakfast, I challenged the ladies to set an outrageous 90 ...
Views: 1499(14 votes) - Harrassment...A Leadership Dilemma - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Wayne KehlThe world of business and industry has improved dramatically for women over the past two decades but we are still hearing a lot about male chauvinism, glass ceilings and gender discrimination. Despite the positive efforts of business leaders, I personally believe that there is a diminished but ...
Views: 1497(2 votes) - The 3 Ps that Keep You Struggling and Broke - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2012 from Marcy StahlDo you feel like you're stuck and you haven't been moving forward financially? If so, you're probably suffering from the 3 Ps. I see these 3 Ps over and over again, in my clients, in women I meet at networking events, and to some degree in myself. 1. Perfectionism is the first P. Boy, do I ...
Views: 1494(1 vote) - Gratitude as a Leadership Practice - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2014 from Susan FreemanThis week I had an opportunity to reflect about gratitude, both for my clients and for myself. It was not an exceptional week, except for one thing; every single client took the time to acknowledge the positive impact our coaching work was having on them, professionally and personally. I ...
Views: 1491 - Creating Spiritual & Emotional Wealth = Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2014 from Mike SchoppDo you consider yourself on a spiritual path yet currently feel out of place? You are not alone. There is a growing trend towards individuals seeking deeper meaning in life today. The majority of dis-ease is simply rooted in “our unconscious choice” to disconnect from who we really are ...
Views: 1490(3 votes) - How to Get Your Book “Discovered” by the Media - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2016 from Kathleen GageYou’ve either completed the book, or you are near completion, and now you’re looking for ways to raise awareness about your book. You’re looking for readers, and lots of them. There are many great ways to gain visibility for your book. However, the sooner you work on publicity the better. ...
Views: 1489 - ***Speaking Like a Valley Girl Does Not Speak Well of You - by Submitted on May 12, 2014 from Nancy DanielsIf you are looking to make the best impression possible, sounding like a Valley Girl is not helping that objective. When you raise the pitch of your voice at the end of every sentence, you lose all semblance of credibility because your statements sound like questions. You may be very ...
Views: 1486 - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret #19 Stop Wishing and Start Believing - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Patty Sadallah“Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe.” Gail Devers. I have been wrestling with this post for weeks. I’m not really sure why, but ...
Views: 1480(4 votes) - Why Do Women EntrepreneursThink They Are Underrepresented in Start-ups? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Cynthia KocialskiThere are many meetings in Silicon Valley about innovation, technology, start-ups, and entrepreneurs. If one of the panelists or speakers is a woman, inevitably someone asks the question why there aren’t more women founders or more start-up women in technology and science. While the number of ...
Views: 1480(4 votes) - 5 Ways to Effectively Market Your Book - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2016 from Kathleen GageOne of the most important activities an author needs to engage in is marketing your book. Yet, many leave it to chance and sales suffer as a result. When you sell books, you open up lots of opportunity. When my book, Power Up For Profits; The Smart Woman’s Guide to Online Marketing was ...
Views: 1479(1 vote) - Ten Twitter Tips For Work-at-Home Moms - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Jill HartSocial Media is quickly growing into one of the most-used marketing tools for work-at-home moms. One of the largest social media websites, Twitter.com, can be an effective way to spread the word about your business and learn from other top representatives in your business niche. However, it can ...
Views: 1478(1 vote) - Weaving The Web - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2013 from Tina TessinaOprah Winfrey opened her school in South Africa in January, and was both praised and criticized. The criticism was that she was spending too much money on too few girls, because her school was lavish, free, and could only accommodate less than 200 girls. Aside from the fact that Oprah is ...
Views: 1476(3 votes) - When "imitation" is not the best form of flattery - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Kate BeedersWhen I was a flight attendant (back when it was actually fun to be one), I worked with so many different types of personalities. One crew member was so silly and dramatic. I remember him so clearly. He was able to get away with saying anything and passengers would just laugh. He had the ...
Views: 1475 - Are You Settling in Your Career? - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Jennifer PeekYou know what is great about most careers for successful professional and executive women? There are a number of items I could list, but they really come down to a couple of key items. Professional recognition, intellectual stimulation and challenge, a solid and reliable income, professional ...
Views: 1473 - I recommend this company for certificate translation in Singapore - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2011 from kavitha PremanandLyric labs Singapore, a company you are can trust for your certificate translation. You don’t have to run around translation companies in Singapore, I have done that and found Lyric to be cheaper by 30-40% compared to the other translation agencies in Singapore and you also get the certificates ...
Views: 1472 - What Happens to Me When I'm Not Perfect? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonDo you struggle with trying to be the perfect woman? I do. Like most that struggle with perfectionism, I know it’s wrapped into my ego and insecurities. I consciously know that I need to lighten up on my expectations of myself, but in execution it can be difficult. This morning as I ...
Views: 1472 - 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: 1471(4 votes) - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret #22 Stay Focused - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from Patty Sadallah“It's not what's happening to you now or what has happened in your past that determines who you become. Rather, it's your decisions about what to focus on, what things mean to you, and what you're going to do about them that will determine your ultimate destiny.” Tony Robbins. My mother is a ...
Views: 1470(11 votes) - Stand Out, Be Awesome - How to Break the "Rules" Without Being Stupid - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2015 from ling wongEven though I have a thing about bashing the assembly-line style some people were led to implement what they learn from business trainings, I do acknowledge the value of programs, blueprints and systems. But I have also experienced – first hand and through my clients’ journeys – how ...
Views: 1469 - Tired of Struggling to Find More Clients? - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Vanessa SimpkinsAre you tired of struggling to attract more clients consistently in your business? Wouldn’t it be nice if you had more clients lining up to do business with you? Too often I see entrepreneurs stuck trying to find more clients and you want to know what the REAL problem is? Most of the time the ...
Views: 1466(2 votes) - ***How to Be and Get Dream Partners for Success: Secret # 16 Get Support - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Patty Sadallah“I’m afraid that sometimes you’ll play lonely games too. Games you can’t win ’cause you’ll play against you.” — Dr. Seuss. Have you ever enthusiastically shared your dream with someone only to be met with rolling eyes, a discouraging comment, or even a laugh? It hurts when someone shoots ...
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