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- The Entrepreneur's Mentality - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from Joanna VaiouThe mentality that most of successful entrepreneurs have doesn’t initially appear to be something simple, but as soon as people join this adventure of starting a business on their own they realize that it is not impossible to achieve goals. However starting a free enterprise is not suitable for ...
Views: 3751(2 votes) - Ready to Breakthrough Entrepreneurial Fear and Make More Money? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2009 from Heather DominickMost business coaches don't go near talking about fears and doubts, but my experience has shown me these lower level energies are extremely crucial to address if you are serious about being an EnergyRICH® Entrepreneur. First step? Embrace that these emotions are valid and completely ...
Views: 1185 - Hope is Not a Strategy - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Darcie HarrisA few months ago, I met a woman who left a lucrative (though unrewarding) job in another city and moved to Oklahoma City to pursue her dream of opening her own business. She told me that after a particularly bad day at the office, and one more frustrating episode with a miserable boss, she took ...
Views: 1306 - How to Meet Change & Uncertainty with the Right Spirit - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Linda StoreySometimes knowing that others are going through the same thing as we are can be comforting. With the enormous change and uncertainty happening throughout the world right now I think it's important to remember that we are always at choice as to how we react. The perfect teacher can show up in ...
Views: 750 - Is Your Soul Crying Out for Something Else? - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Linda StoreyIt happened to me years ago. I can still see myself standing in the most gorgeous banking office I ever had. It was 7:00 am, I was looking out at the derelict Ritz Hotel across the street where the patrons, most of them on welfare, were still sleeping and I envied them. The fact that they were ...
Views: 1147 - The Awakened Entrepreneur™ :Tapping into the Soul of Your Business - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Sheryl (Coach Shera) SeverA business without a vision has no soul. A business without a soul has no heart, no passion. A business without passion is a business whose demise has already been foretold. Awakened Entrepreneurs™ are passionate leaders who build businesses that encompass the two vitally important and ...
Views: 1785 - What You Need to Know About Attraction Marketing Reviews - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Dean CaporellaIf you have done your own attraction marketing review then there are a couple of things which will have been evident to you. The first is the ability to target true business seeking prospects actively looking for an opportunity. The second will involve the teaching and education of a prospect, ...
Views: 1063 - 8 Questions for All Women Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Dawn CassaraI've realized for a while that this article (and possibly book) needed to be written - it's been percolating in my head for quite some time. Maybe the content is nothing new to you, especially if you're already making what you want out of your business, but my take on it may be. I've been told ...
Views: 1205 - Time is on Your Side: 10 Ways to Reinvest in Your Business During a Slow Economy - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Lisa MontanaroWhen the economy is slow, many business owners tend to pull back. Some even throw in the towel. But what if you change your mindset, and look at this recession as an opportunity to "reinvest" in your business? If you have funds set aside for slow periods, good for you. If not, then all you have ...
Views: 1490(1 vote) - Solopreneurs: Are You Losing Potential Clients? - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Tracey LawtonIf you find yourself missing out on potential clients, contacts falling through the cracks, or not following up in a timely manner then your problem is simply a lack of an efficient contact management system! So let me ask you: 1. Do you have a record of each of your clients/colleagues contact ...
Views: 934 - Disabled Veterans Turning to Entrepreneurship - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Hugo DiNunzioOne of the more difficult things to do for a Disabled American Veteran (DAV) returning from war is to find employment. And while laws exist to help Disabled American Veterans out, many are turning to Entrepreneurship instead of their old jobs. According to the Federal Government, more than ...
Views: 1113(1 vote) - Smart Women "Experiment" - by Submitted on May 23, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, both my children participated in a science fair at their elementary school. My son, Jack, did an experiment that involved an electromagnet. My daughter, Jenna, was curious about how batteries work so she chose to make a "homemade battery." Needless to say, my husband and I were ...
Views: 822 - Develop the Mindset for Success - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Peter GeorgeOur deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, "Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?" Actually, who are you not to be? - Marianne ...
Views: 1202(9 votes) - 4 Power Networking Strategies for Successful Self-Employed Women - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Ann Ronan, Ph.D.Many of the women who work with me are shy. And so was I when I first left my “job job” and began networking. When I worked in the university setting, the only networking I did was at conferences where we’d share our curriculum and research findings with others… it didn’t feel like ...
Views: 1300 - Unleash the Entrepreneur Within - by Submitted on May 18, 2009 from Evan MoneyIt's not for everyone! As the the number one Online Life Coach this has been a huge breakthrough for many people when they realize that they simply are not cut out to be an entrepreneur, and it's ok. J. Paul Getty in his book How to be Rich talked about the three types of men/employees. The ...
Views: 992 - What the Wealthy Know - by Submitted on May 17, 2009 from Tony BodohIt’s true. “The wealthy get rich doing what they love.” The wealthy have earned their riches because they know and do things differently than most people. What is it that EVERY wealthy person knows which most people don’t know? The wealthy know two things: first, you need to be the best at ...
Views: 1854 - Smart Women Are "Plugged In" - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffA few days ago, I did something that I've never done before. I went hiking in the desert mountains with my good friend and Smart Woman, Debra. I've hiked many times in the mountains but I'd never been out in the desert mountains. This was quite a different experience for me. I highly recommend ...
Views: 772 - The Single Most Important Skill Needed By All Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Veronica LimAs an entrepreneur, learning how to cope with your critics is the single most important skill that you need, whatever stage of growth your business is at. Not knowing how to do this affects your ability to charge and get what you’re worth and affects the success of your business in terms of ...
Views: 877 - How Passion Will Open The Way To Success - by Submitted on May 12, 2009 from Joshua HortonDo you ever get bored? Are you totally psyched with your life? Or is there maybe a little room for improvement? Are you happy with your job? Does it bring you feelings of fulfillment everyday? Is life an adventure? Is it full of mystery, fantasy, and romance? What do you mean no? Why ...
Views: 1307(3 votes) - 3 Easy Ways to Leverage Your Time, Energy and Expertise for More Income - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Veronica LimThe normal business model for most service professionals such as coaches and consultants is a one-on-one model. It’s where we all start because it is how and where we gain experience and hone our expertise. As time goes on, however, many such professionals begin to feel somewhat tired of this ...
Views: 926(4 votes) - Is Nice Energy Sabotaging Your Business? - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Heather DominickI'll share with you that when I first started in business the image of a leader that I brought with me was an authority figure who has the power to hurt those that are following them. This was because I was so used to being around authority figures who were coming from a place of leading through ...
Views: 1275 - Smart Women Never Miss an Opportunity - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffRecently our family took a trip to the San Diego Wild Animal Park. It was a great trip that was both fun and educational for the entire family. Did you know that the Falcon and the Cheetah are the two fastest animals in the air and on the ground? I also found it interesting just how effective ...
Views: 757 - Do You Have What it Takes to Start Your Own Business? - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Dennis KelleyEach week the media reports hundreds of thousands more people losing their jobs. Since the recession started, over 5 million people have been laid off. For many of these workers the idea of going back into a corporate role gives them the chills. There is a disillusionment from those who have ...
Views: 1273 - 8 Questions for All Women Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Dawn CassaraI've realized for a while that this article (and possibly book) needed to be written - it's been percolating in my head for quite some time. Maybe the content is nothing new to you, especially if you're already making what you want out of your business, but my take on it may be. I've been told ...
Views: 941 - How to Write a Business Plan - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Robert HazlewoodA well developed business plan will greatly improve your chances of success. When writing your business plan, touch on all aspects of your business. This will include type of business, marketing, advertising, budget, and sales projections. Include anything you can think of that will have a ...
Views: 1480(1 vote) - 10 Proven Techniques To Defeat Your Competition - by Submitted on May 01, 2009 from Giselle BenitesDo You Feel Frustrated With Your Online Marketing Efforts? If you do, then there is only one way to stop the pain: Learn What Your Competition Is doing and Do It Different! Now, Read The Next 10 Techniques Very Carefully: 1. Offer free original content. It's important to give your visitors ...
Views: 873 - Listening to Your Soul - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Linda StoreyI was sitting at the kitchen table across from my husband and feeling discouraged as I expressed the doubts that were on my mind. My car was acting up yet again, something that was occurring far too often. Disappointment came over me as I saw my trip to the mainland to celebrate my Mom’s 87th ...
Views: 787 - NLP & Soul Levels of Success - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Linda StoreyDo you ever get stuck...you know...that feeling that something is holding you back? You can feel like that even when you are good at what you do--even when you are considered an expert in your field! Do you love working one-on-one with your clients yet cringe at the thought of networking, ...
Views: 1234 - No Chocolate…No Heaven – What’s A Soul To Do - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Linda StoreyI came across a cute little cartoon that said, “If there’s no chocolate in heaven, I’m not going.” Can you relate to this or is chocolate no big deal for you and your soul? How likely do you think it would be for you to go into your kitchen to get a piece of chocolate and find yourself back ...
Views: 779 - The Art of Journeying Through Uncertainty - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Linda StoreyHave you ever become so uncomfortable with uncertainty that you could barely stand to be in your own skin? This rarely happens to me any more because I love the creative process associated with renewal and beginning again however big time uncertainty knocked on my door recently and totally ...
Views: 781 - Trusting When Your Brand Takes A Detour - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Linda StoreyHave you ever put lots of time and effort into creating a new brand - designing the logo, the new website and even the new business card, all the while saying to yourself, "Wow! This is a great idea! It's time for a new brand! And I love the thought of specializing in this area." Only to find ...
Views: 907 - How to Successfully Self-Publish Your Book: Avoid New Author Pitfalls by Preparing for Your Journey - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Stephanie ChandlerSelf-publishing provides a wonderful opportunity for any author who wants to take control over the publishing process and get their words into print. But because self-publishing is so easy to accomplish with a few bucks and some typed pages, many authors make mistakes along the way. As a former ...
Views: 1613(2 votes) - "Curing" the Reluctant Prospector - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Jennifer AllanHow old are you now - 25? 32? 47? 65? It doesn't really matter; I'll assume that if you're reading a blog about selling, you're old enough. Old enough for what? Well, to know WHO you are, WHAT you like to do, WHERE you like to do it, and HOW often, right? In other words, you are who you are ...
Views: 1985 - Grant Money to Start a Business - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Leon EdwardStarting a new business is the dream of many people across the United States. However, with the current economic climate, it has become a tad bit more difficult than it used to be. Many potential business owners are scared out of starting their own business for one reason or another. They don't ...
Views: 2018(6 votes) - Solopreneurs: The Secret to Failure - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Suzanne EvansLet 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 ...
Views: 756 - Solopreneurs: Do You Believe Enough to Get New Clients? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Suzanne EvansYou 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 ...
Views: 667 - Solopreneurs: Are You Supporting Your Clients Fully? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Suzanne EvansSupport 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. ...
Views: 710 - Seven Formulas for Business Success - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from John AOVVisualize Your Goals There are seven formulas for business success. Number one, set a specific goal and visualize it as a reality. Play the picture of your goal as already realized on the screen of your mind over and over again. Number two, look for a problem you can solve with a product or ...
Views: 705 - You Can Be a Successful Entrepreneur Through Challenging Times! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Sherry SimoesThe economic downturn has got us all wondering what we can do to ensure the success of our businesses. As women I feel we have an edge that will help us through. We have the outlook that helping others will in turn help us prosper. We stick together though thick and thin! It is so important ...
Views: 1321 - Smart Women Give it Away! - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, my 8 year old son Jack, came running into the house with the Sunday paper exclaiming, “Look, they gave us cereal!” And sure enough, there was not one but three mini boxes of cereal included with the newspaper---all sugar cereals they had never tried. My children were jumping up and ...
Views: 679 - Office Organization: 5 Steps to Setting Up Your Core Systems - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2009 from Tracey LawtonFor many solopreneurs they think that once they’ve set themselves up in business it’s all about marketing, marketing, marketing. But there’s one very important piece of the puzzle you need to have in place before you start your marketing … and that’s your managing. Building a successful ...
Views: 1355 - Naked Conversations for Natural Business Attraction - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Pamela ZiemannBe aware of these signs of communication cover-up. Transparency is the new secret to success. You may be familiar with the Adam and Eve story. A blissful day in the garden goes bad and the great cover-up begins. We've also found ways of covering up our truth by sending mixed messages, adding ...
Views: 1082(3 votes) - 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: 989 - 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: 858 - 10 Ways to Protect Your Small Business - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Lisa MontanaroRegardless of what stage your business is in, chances are you can use some reminders of vital ways to protect your business. The following is a list of 10 ways to protect your business regardless of size, location, or stage of your business. Use it as a checklist to measure your business ...
Views: 1058(2 votes) - How to Achieve Success With The Character Traits You Already Have - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from ALLAN KATZThe bottom line is that to be successful in business and in life you’ll need to cultivate a sense of balance in your life. Choose to do work you love, delegate the rest. Find time each day to sit quietly with yourself and enjoy the tranquility of not having to think about anything but ...
Views: 1162(2 votes) - Small Business to the Rescure - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cheryl Ellis“Enough with all the blame. There’s plenty to go around. From Wall Street to Washington, from greed to no oversight—a lot of factors helped create the 700 billion-pound gorilla in the economy that is sitting right on Main Street, probably right on top of your business. “Wall Street and ...
Views: 1171 - The Balancing Act: Mom + Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Maureen MorinYou can have it all! It is all about finding the right balance that works for you. Below are the Top 7 Secrets that are essential to effectively maintaining clarity when your plate is full. 1. Identify Your “WHY” Being absolutely clear on “why” you are running your business is essential to ...
Views: 626 - Helpingpreneurs: The Economy of Love - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Suzanne EvansWe 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 ...
Views: 949 - Selling Through Education - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from John LeonettiThe role that I play at my company, Pinnacle Equity Solutions, is truly unique. Every day I get to speak with top advisors from around the country on the topic of exit planning. This is particularly exciting as we all recognize how new this industry is and what great opportunities there are to ...
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