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- What If How You Run Your Business Was Absolutely Perfect? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerWe are bombarded with information. All the time! Every day, or so it seems, entrepreneurs are bombarded with ideas and information about how to do things. At times, it can make you feel like you don't know how to do anything. And that you're not only overwhelmed, but also hopelessly ...
Views: 1437 - 5 reasons your business is not as successful as you want it to be (yet) - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2014 from Brigitte van TuijlSometimes you just don’t get the results you crave. Which is frustrating – especially when you don’t know why or how to fix it. When your business is not as successful as you want it to be, it’s usually because of one of these reasons: Reason #1: Lack of clarity What does success mean ...
Views: 1187 - 5 Tips To Living Your Dreams - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2014 from Brian LewisSo, you want to be a successful marketer, first let me applaud you on your decision. The lifestyle afforded to those who learn to master a few simple concepts, can be more rewarding than you may realize at this point. First, know that we all struggle with ourselves and until we re-train our ...
Views: 1399 - Bring Back the Dinner Table Conversation (Ideation) - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2014 from Sylvia HendersonIs there even a dinner table anymore? Could this be one of the reasons our kids have difficulty with creative problem-solving? Never mind our kids…I’m hearing from employers that their employees, especially in the 18-to-30 age range, lack creative ideas and have poor decision-making, and ...
Views: 1758 - 5 Ways You May Be Giving Away Your Power In A Sales Conversation - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2014 from Susan RegierThere are a lot of considerations that go into pricing your products and services, including the value you offer, your expertise, and what your market will bear. And when you know you’re priced right and prospects show great interest – but you’re struggling to make a sale, it could come down to ...
Views: 1504 - Is the Secret to Wealth Creation a Scientific Formula? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2014 from Debra LarsonIt’s interesting to me that this is so fascinating because I think I flunked science. I was the girl that blew things up when I wasn’t trying to! It’s not that science didn’t interest me, it did! It’s just my mind doesn’t quite work that way. I do happen to attract a lot of scientific minded ...
Views: 1046 - Publicity on Purpose - Stay True To Your Brand - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2014 from Bruce CadleA common temptation we all face is staying true to our brand. Specifically staying true to the heart of the niche we've chosen. I learned this lesson the hard way when I allowed asparagus to knock me off track. No, asparagus is not branding lingo, I really do mean the "supposedly" innocent ...
Views: 1674 - 11 Traits of Successful Business Owners and Start-Up Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2014 from Hannah WhittenlyAn age old recipe for success goes a little like this: if you want to be a successful person, do what successful people do. So what exactly do successful people do? Here’s a list of traits that all successful business owners and entrepreneurs share: Tenacity One of these traits is found in ...
Views: 1118 - What’s Your Brilliant Business Vision? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerYou are a busy entrepreneur. Your to-do list is endless. There is always more to be done; yes, indeed. There is knowledge to be gained. There are marketing strategies to be employed. There are programs to be launched. Ever feel like that? Ever wonder why you're doing what you're doing on a ...
Views: 1912 - The Energetic Pitfalls of Networking - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2014 from Milissa HardingDo you ever feel “energetically exhausted” after attending a networking event or other large-group business meetings? Many introverted entrepreneurs experience these feelings, and perhaps you are one of them, as well. This energetic exhaustion often happens when you are literally fatigued ...
Views: 1075 - Six KEY Check Points for Personal Success / Online Marketing - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2014 from james hobartSix KEY Check Points for Personal Success / Online Marketing I use the Road of Life as a metaphor for our journey through life, as we both understand that life is a journey, not a destination. On the road of life we are constantly confronted with situations that determine what our choices ...
Views: 895 - Intentions Tell The Universe You Mean Business! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Simone Kelly“Want, dream, intend, desire with all your might, it is what you came here to do!” Lynn Grabhorn Setting an intention is POWERFUL. You can actually feel the difference when you say, “I intend” rather than I hope, want, or wish to do something. Intend just hits the nail on the head. It ...
Views: 1233 - Being Complacent Doesn’t Serve Your Soul! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Simone KellyDo you find yourself taking longer than usually to reach your goals for your new business, your new career, your new health regimen, etc… Sometimes, we get so comfortable that we don’t feel the urgency to move, we don’t have any ‘fire under’ our heels to get things started..and most of all we ...
Views: 1410 - Sleep Your Way to the Top - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffThere’s one slight shift you can make in your daily habits that could reap BIG rewards. In fact, this habit has been linked to better decision-making, creativity, health and even weight-loss. Do you know what it is? Sleep. Making a commitment (experts say seven to eight hours is preferable) ...
Views: 1423(2 votes) - Who Changed My Schedule? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffRemember the Alice Cooper song, "School's Out"? The lyrics are running through my mind as I write this article. The last bell rang, the kids are running through the house at all hours of the day and their summer camps are spread all across town. My schedule has become a mere shadow of the nice, ...
Views: 1450(2 votes) - Do You Have a Trusted Mentor? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffRemember Lucy Van Pelt in the comic strip Charlie Brown? I woke this morning thinking about one of her famous lines, “I told you so, you blockhead!” Lucy was known for setting up a psychiatric booth in the neighborhood offering advice to her friends for five cents per person. Clearly she caught ...
Views: 1374(2 votes) - Want to be a Successful Entrepreneur? Check these Rules for Success - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2014 from Avril Betts21 Rules for Success 1. You need to have a single minded purpose and have total clarity and accuracy on what you want. 2. Have unstoppable positivity – positivity is contagious 3. Lifelong Genius – It's important to constantly improve yourself with lifelong learning and education – ...
Views: 1556(1 vote) - Mindset: Your Greatest Business Asset - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerPeople talk a lot about action. What should I do? How should I act? What's the next step in this uncharted entrepreneurial adventure? Action is important. I talk a lot about it, too. And yet ... I believe there is far too much talk of action, and not nearly enough talk about mindset. What ...
Views: 1374 - Intentions Tell The Universe You Mean Business! By Coach Simone Kelly - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2014 from Simone Kelly"Want, dream, intend, desire with all your might, it is what you came here to do!" Lynn Grabhorn Setting an intention is POWERFUL You can actually feel the difference when you say, "I intend" rather than I hope, want, or wish to do something. Intend just hits the nail on the head. It tells ...
Views: 1706 - Passion Runs My Life! By Coach Simone Kelly - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2014 from Simone Kelly"Getting what you go after is success; but liking it while you are getting it is happiness." -Bertha Damon This is one of the quotes that I live by, because it's soooooo true. I haven't had so much fun in a long time. Granted, I've always loved what I do as a motivational speaker and coach, ...
Views: 1460 - What Got You Here, Will Not Get You There / Online Marketing - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2014 from james hobartWhat Got You Here, Will Not Get You There / Online Marketing The following cliché’ has certainly caught up with our current time, culture, and economy: “If you keep on doing what you have always done, you will keep on getting what you have always gotten!" Great food for thought, as the ...
Views: 858 - What is Wrong with this Picture? / Online Marketing - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2014 from james hobartWhat is Wrong with this Picture? / Online Marketing If you are paying attention to what is happening on a global level to the growing disparity between the Haves and Have Not’s, it is obvious that unless you are currently in a position with a great six figure salary and the ability to plan ...
Views: 895 - How to Set Up Your Own Business Based on Your Lifes Calling (Part I) - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2014 from Mark VillarosaDo you know what your life's calling is? Don't worry if you feel you've yet to find it. Sooner or later, you will discover the one thing you're meant to do. Are you feeling satisfied and professionally challenged at your current occupation? A "No" means you could still be on a journey to find ...
Views: 1423 - Stepping Into Your Entrepreneur Spotlight - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2014 from Milissa HardingAs much as you may want to experience and enjoy the freedoms that come with being a business owner, there’s one thing that might be stopping you: perhaps you haven’t fully stepped into your entrepreneur “spotlight” yet. What do I mean by the entrepreneur spotlight? Being in the entrepreneur ...
Views: 1535 - 5 Fundamental Elements Needed To Succeed In Music - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2014 from Tom Hess5 Fundamental Elements Needed To Succeed In Music By Tom Hess No matter what you do, you will NOT make it in the music industry until you attain the 5 key elements possessed by all successful musicians. Building a successful long term music career is a lot of hard work... and it will be ...
Views: 1259 - 5 Ways to Kill Your Telesummit - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2014 from Tracey OsborneI’ve been hearing rumors that telesummits are dying, but that couldn’t be farther from the truth. The model is changing, but there’s never been a better way to boost your list building than hosting a telesummit. Since there are so many moving parts involved in putting together a telesummit, ...
Views: 2035 - Starting An Internet Business Is Not Difficult - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2014 from Ewen ChiaAre you looking for information about starting an internet business but are not sure how you can get down to doing all that? It is not as difficult as it may sound. Keep reading this guide as I provide you with a simple affiliate marketing training crash course on how you can create your online ...
Views: 1648(2 votes) - Have You Made This Major Leadership Mistake? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2014 from Lisa MininniBeing a leader isn’t always easy. A big part of successfully growing your business depends on motivating others in the most optimal way. Whether you have a team of employees, are coaching others, or are leading a committee, it can be a mystery on the best ways to inspire others to get the job ...
Views: 1436 - Get More Leads When You Speak - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2014 from Lisa MininniPicture this: You just made the decision to add speaking to your marketing mix so you get in front of your ideal prospects. You land your first gig. You are thrilled because you have your first real shot at getting in front of a room filled with your ideal prospects. So, you work for hours ...
Views: 1489 - Why Affiliate Marketing is Great for Starting a Business: Six Essential Reasons - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2014 from Mark VillarosaInterested in a web-based business or earning money online? Have you been searching for legitimate ways to make money from home? Affiliate marketing is a great option for beginners because of its simplicity and the multiple possibilities available. Affiliate marketing enables you to do ...
Views: 1411(2 votes) - How to Build a Business With an Email List - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2014 from Mark VillarosaGenerating cash from the names included in an email list – is that possible? The simplest and shortest answer is yes! How do you make it happen? This is the part that requires a more detailed explanation. First rule is to think about the people in the list, rather than about the monetisation ...
Views: 1354 - How To Get Tons Of Guitar Students In The Summertime - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2014 from Tom HessHow To Get Tons Of Guitar Students In The Summertime by Tom Hess The slowest time of the year for lesson inquiries is the summertime (as you probably already know). Although most guitar teachers know this, the overwhelming majority of them are unable to deal with it and struggle to make ...
Views: 1474 - Internet Business Ideas On How You Can Make Money Online - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2014 from Ewen ChiaEvery day, tons of transactions take place on the internet. Plenty of money is made online. Wouldn’t it be nice if you knew how to capitalize on that and profit from those transactions? Here are some internet business ideas that you can implement if you want to make money on the internet. You ...
Views: 1798 - Is it Time to Give Your Business a Good Spring Cleaning? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffI'm sure you're aware of the old term, "spring cleaning"? Mother nature reminds us that before you add more to your life, it's always a good idea to let go of what no longer serves you. Like the leaves that fall from trees in autumn, room is made for the new growth that occurs every spring. ...
Views: 1328(2 votes) - One Simple Step to Smart Delegation - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffThe one question I get asked over and over from women entrepreneurs is, "How do you know what to delegate to an assistant?" I love this question because it tells me you realize that you can't (and shouldn't) try to do it all in your business and your ready to get the support you need. Nearly ...
Views: 1359(2 votes) - Be Real and Compassionate About Money - by Submitted on May 30, 2014 from Mike Robbins2009 was an extremely challenging year for both Michelle and me. Among the many issues we faced that year, one of the most painful was the difficult financial situation we’d put ourselves into: we were $105,000 in debt and about $300,000 upside down on our house by the end of that year. There ...
Views: 1435 - Are You Missing These Key Team Members? - by Submitted on May 30, 2014 from Tracey OsborneBeing an entrepreneur is an amazing journey. At some point in this journey, you’re going to need a team. Your industry, size of business and future goals will determine what kind of key players you need on your team. Now when I say team, I don’t mean a dozen full-time staff members or ...
Views: 1642 - What Is Introverted Leadership? - by Submitted on May 29, 2014 from Milissa HardingSociety often reserves the term leadership for individuals who have outgoing personalities, are highly influential (especially in large group settings), who enjoy public speaking and who have a strong authoritative presence and voice. On top of that, leadership is often seen as being an innate ...
Views: 1065 - How To Truly Have Business Miracles Working For You - by Submitted on May 29, 2014 from Heather DominickFor today’s article, I would like to share a story with you. You may or may not already know a little bit about my story and a dark place that I was in in my business about 3 years ago. If you don’t, you can read about it here. For right now, I’d like to share with you about one moment ...
Views: 847 - The One Path To Becoming A Successful Guitar Teacher - by Submitted on May 26, 2014 from Tom HessThe One Path To Becoming A Successful Guitar Teacher By Tom Hess Climbing to the top of Mt. Everest and becoming a highly successful guitar teacher are essentially one in the same in terms of accomplishment. Don’t believe me? Here are three critical similarities between these ...
Views: 800 - Ditch the Pitch – Seal the Deal with Hardwiring - by Submitted on May 23, 2014 from Lisa MininniMany business professionals fail miserably at converting a promising lead into a client. Why? Could it be their sales process? Yes. Could it be because they didn’t pre-qualify the prospect? Yes. Could it be because they haven’t asked enough questions before pitching their ...
Views: 1382 - The Worst Things To Ask About Building A Music Career - by Submitted on May 05, 2014 from Tom HessYour chances of becoming a successful professional musician are next to none if you ask the same questions asked by the musicians who contact me on a daily basis. 99% of the time, aspiring pro musicians ask me all the WRONG types of questions that: 1. Are built from ignorant assumptions and ...
Views: 987 - Networking Tips for Introverted Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on May 05, 2014 from Milissa HardingI am so excited about the topic of networking this month! Although networking is an important aspect of building a business, many quiet-natured entrepreneurs cringe at the thought of attending networking events, and would actually prefer to skip out on going to another event instead of enduring ...
Views: 1860 - Simple Internet Business Strategies For Newbies Today - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2014 from Ewen ChiaIf you are a newbie, I would like to share with you some simple internet business strategies that I have for you today. Starting your own venture on the internet does not have to be difficult. In this article, I will break down the process for you and I hope you will have a better understanding ...
Views: 1593 - Internet Business Ideas That You Should Consider - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2014 from Ewen ChiaAre you looking for ways to make some additional income from home? Let me give you some internet business ideas that you should consider. You do not need to do these on a full time basis. In fact, doing any of these part time should help supplement your income. I have a few internet business ...
Views: 1639 - Starting An Internet Business Easily With Very Little Knowledge - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2014 from Ewen ChiaStarting an internet business is not as difficult as you may think it is. Most people who start their journey as online marketers probably did not begin with a whole lot of technical skills or know-how. In this article I will give you a few simple steps that you can follow to get yours up and ...
Views: 1534 - The Reason It Feels Hard to Get Paid What You're Worth - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2014 from Jeanna GabelliniDarn near everyone gripes about money. I do it, too. We each have triggers about making, spending and saving money. But the one I hear the most about is not getting paid enough. Either you have an abundance of clients but they don't pay you for the real value you give or you don't have enough ...
Views: 1259 - Why You're Not Expressing Yourself - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Milissa HardingOne of the reasons why you probably became an entrepreneur (or why you're considering entrepreneurship) is because you are passionate about something that is very meaningful to you. There's something really special that you want to share with others that can make a difference in their lives. ...
Views: 1137 - 8 Tips for Handling Radio Interviews Like a Pro - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2014 from Gilda BonannoA presentation skills coaching client recently landed a radio interview. She was excited because it would help her build her business, but also nervous because she had never been interviewed on the radio. After we got done celebrating, here are the 8 tips that I shared that will help her ...
Views: 1895(2 votes) - Public Speaking for Entrepreneurs: 6 Ways to Make Your Pitch Presentation More Effective - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2014 from Gilda BonannoOne high-stakes presentation that entrepreneurs have to give is in front of potential investors. While it can be intimidating to present in front of people who can fund your business, service or idea, following these 6 tips will improve your presentation and make it more likely that the ...
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