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- Business Growth Can’t Happen When You Hide - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2013 from Diane ConklinAs entrepreneurs and small business owners, sometimes we have a tendency to hide behind our computer screen, spending hours answering questions, filling your time being busy on the Internet…or maybe even wasting time on Facebook or other social media outlets. Here’s the question to ask ...
Views: 790(1 vote) - Why Showing Up Makes a Difference in Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2013 from Lisa SasevichWhen my mother died abruptly of cancer when I was only 19, I learned that life is not a dress rehearsal. It really matters that you live your life to the fullest. It matters that you “show up.” For me “showing up” has included everything from being there for my Mom during her final days; ...
Views: 1406 - Love your Comfort Zone? It is Time to Detach - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from kuza biasharaWe all love comfort and we all love that confined space that makes us feel at ease. That is the reason why that confined space is known as the comfort zone. In business, though, there is no comfort zone. If you really want to be successful and if you want to enhance productivity you should step ...
Views: 1141 - The Most Important Thing You Need To Grow Your Business - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Diane ConklinIf you think the most important thing in your business is marketing, you’re wrong. The number one, most important thing in your business is your list. You build your list partially by marketing, but it’s not a numbers game, so no matter how big your list is, it may not reflect how ...
Views: 811(1 vote) - Can "Quiet Entrepreneurs" Succeed? - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2013 from Milissa HardingDo you have a quiet personality, and sometimes wonder if you have what it takes to succeed in your business? I’ve always had a quiet personality, and when I was bitten by the entrepreneurial bug a few years ago, I really did wonder if my personality would “work” for me in business. Perhaps ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - How to Build a Business - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2013 from Beate CheletteMany of my private coaching clients are women who want to build a business. But they don’t really know where to start and don’t have a formal education in how to go about setting up their own shop. Let’s go through the steps that are needed to build a successful business. It doesn’t always ...
Views: 1358(1 vote) - Hiring? Make Sure you Get it Right the First Time Itself - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2013 from kuza biasharaHiring for the first time can be really exciting. It is something new and probably something you always dreamed of doing once you started off on your own. Well, the time has come. You need to hire and you need to do it right. Trust me, you do not want your excitement to get the better out of ...
Views: 1036(1 vote) - The Steel Facts – A Historical Note - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2013 from Robb TothSteel industry forms a mammoth domicile in the advancement of the economic and commercial world. The economic progress has largely been dependent on the steel industry owing to the crucial role it played in the infrastructural and overall development of all the other sectors. You name a sector ...
Views: 1073(1 vote) - Is Your Emotional Resistance Poisoning Your Life? - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from Yol SwanI was whipping cream the other day for some lovely strawberries I had purchased at the market, and as I was concentrated on my task I started thinking about how similar some things in life are to this churning process. You start whisking the liquid cream and maintain a certain pace as it ...
Views: 2624(4 votes) - 20 Ways to Eliminate Stress at Work - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2013 from Paula GregorowiczThe workplace can be a stressful place. Between personality differences, “one-size-fits-all” working environments (think: introverts hate open office floor plans), and having to always “do more with less” while wondering if your job is really secure, work can pile on stress like no other. ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - Flexibility: A Constant in the Growth of Small Business - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Shivam SrivastavaVersatility has performed a very part in my life; it has assisted in my activities and has kept our company nimble and able to easily adjust. Physically, flexibility is needed to execute most day to day activities more effectively. Get out of bed, tie your shoes, raise children or creatures, ...
Views: 1226 - How to Make Use of an Effective Toll Free Voicemail System - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2013 from Sara JamesIdeally, an entrepreneur should answer all the calls he receives on his business number. But is this really possible – practically? Even if you work for 18 or 20 hours a day, you need time to grab a snack. You can also be busy in meetings and just could not entertain a call at that time. But ...
Views: 571 - ***Got Messy Financial Piles? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2013 from Leslie CunninghamI am often amazed at how many financial books neglect to focus on the critical issue of how to get financially organized. So many of us are desperately seeking the one quick-fix step that will turn our financial lives around (like investing in the right stock) that we neglect to take ...
Views: 2219(5 votes) - Team Cohesiveness – Why it Matters - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2013 from Tracey FieberTeams that hope to work well together need cohesiveness; often referred to as the foundation for team collaboration and good decision making. However, team cohesiveness can be difficult to achieve, specifically when there are multiple strong personalities and talents. Entrepreneurs who take the ...
Views: 2026(1 vote) - How To Be A Successful Blogger Without Selling Your Self - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2013 from John Paul AguiarAs a blogger there are many ways to be successful (make money) and there are many ways to do it badly. When I first started blogging, I pretty much did it all wrong. I had some success which brought me some attention and money, and of course I jumped at it. I thought “hey, I’m making ...
Views: 1190(1 vote) - Why Your Story Is So Important To Your Business Success - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2013 from Diane ConklinIt’s important that people know who you are, what you stand for, and how you got to the place you are in your business. That’s why your story is so important to the success of your business, and telling your story ensures that you attract the right clients. Your story becomes the thing that ...
Views: 797(1 vote) - Do You Know What People Are Saying About You? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Liz UramTwice in as many weeks I have been referred to as the Queen of Operations. That’s a title I’ll take. Business Operations, as defined by www.businessdictionary.com, are the activities involved in the day to day functions of the business conducted for the purpose of generating profits. ...
Views: 1508(1 vote) - How Your Business Is Like A Fitness Routine - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Diane ConklinThinking about your business the same way you think about your health may seem like a strange analogy , or even illogical, but when you really break it down and think about it, there are a lot of similarities. When you implement an exercise program, whether you’re just starting out or have ...
Views: 828(1 vote) - The Easiest Way to Get Your First Information Product Done! - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2013 from Lisa SasevichWouldn’t it be amazing to be able to make money and a difference all around the world, 24/7, regardless of time zone, while you were awake, asleep, working, playing or doing whatever you wanted to do? Of course it would! That’s why so many heart-centered entrepreneurs are adding information ...
Views: 1784(1 vote) - Does Your Business Have a Vibe? - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffA few days ago, I made a visit to my dermatologist for a checkup and as soon as I entered the office, I could feel a "vibe." The office is spotless, clean, light and bright. The staff is friendly and organized. The dermatologist has a nice personality and is both thorough and fast. I felt both ...
Views: 1203(2 votes) - Aligning Your Energy for More Results - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2013 from Heather DominickWhen I begin to coach clients I ask them to share with me: - What do you want to do with your business? - What results do you want to accomplish? To support you in moving towards those desires I start with identifying where there are ‘energy mismatches’ that may be holding you back from ...
Views: 1462(2 votes) - How Call Screen Helps Entrepreneurs in Their Business - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Sara JamesCall screen enables entrepreneurs to manage their incoming calls. There are quite a few features available including caller ID, call block and redirect that help entrepreneurs better manage their incoming calls. Out of all these features, call screening is the most efficient. All the major ...
Views: 615(1 vote) - The ABC's of Taking Entrepreneurial Action - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Kate BeedersEveryday I take hundreds of different types of action. Some little –some big. I find that the “in limbo” state of not knowing what to do often gets in the way and keeps me stuck. I used to play different scenarios in my head of which way I want to go. I got really tired of doing things that ...
Views: 1578(1 vote) - Your 2013 Mid-Year Check-In -- 5 Steps to End 2013 With a Bang Rather Than a Whimper - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2013 from Michele PW Pariza WacekWith 2013 half over, it's time to pause, take a breath, and see if you're on track with your goals. This is an essential part of running a successful business -- taking structured time throughout the year to work ON your biz and make sure the path you're on is, in fact, the path you want to ...
Views: 672(1 vote) - Time to Grow - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2013 from Calvin DormanWhen you engage and collaborate with people - you both grow! What I have learnt from my experience over the years as a consultant / small business entrepreneur can be summed up in the following statement: You have to build a relationship with your clients and you have to form partnerships ...
Views: 797(1 vote) - How to Attract More Business as a Heart-Centered Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Helaine Harris“Entrepreneur,” it seems, has become a buzzword in recent years. From bloggers and website gurus to inventors and salespeople, everyone is jumping on the entrepreneurial bandwagon. But, fast-forward just a few short years and there are staggering statistics on the many entrepreneurs that ...
Views: 1096(1 vote) - Discomfort makes you Perform Better! - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from kuza biasharaWe all love being in our comfort zone. It is called the ‘comfort zone’ for a reason. Sure. We are all under the impression that we can put our best foot forward only in our comfort zone. Wrong. Believe it or not, it is discomfort that will help you perform better and not comfort. How, you may ...
Views: 939(1 vote) - Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, Larry Page, Tej Kohli, Mark Zuckenberg and Brad Smith: Leaders In Internet Technology - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Marlene AffeldThe Personal Computer Revolution As historians expound on the amazing advances in Internet technology and personal computing, the bold faced names include Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Larry Page, Tej Kohli, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos and Brad Smith; all self-made billionaires, role models. ...
Views: 2861(2 votes) - Money Making Tips For Hosting Seminars & Live Events - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Diane ConklinHosting live events is something most people do at some point in their business, especially if you’re an Information Marketer, and for many people it’s one of the ways to catapult your income. If you have a small client list, but you want to do an event remember it’s okay to start with ...
Views: 885(1 vote) - Is SiteTalk A Viable Work From Home Opportunity? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Merv StevensSiteTalk is a free social network which comes under the OPN Opportunity Network. The website offers lots of appealing features and services. One of these is the opportunity to earn rewards by referring others to the SiteTalk community. The rewards element of this site has many people wondering ...
Views: 1381(1 vote) - Why Should an Entrepreneur Change His Phone System to Virtual Phone? - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2013 from Sara JamesIf a business is looking for a new phone system, something that is affordable and yet has all the features of a traditional phone system, a virtual phone system is the answer. More businesses are opting for this phone system than ever before which has given rise to many speculations regarding ...
Views: 611(1 vote) - Are You Working Yourself Out of Your Business? - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2013 from Michele PW Pariza WacekI admit it. I'm a recovering workaholic/perfectionist, not to mention having delusions of superhero syndrome. I know I'll never be cured. But I can at least work on controlling it. I also know I'm not alone. Plenty of entrepreneurs and small business owners suffer from this same ...
Views: 694(1 vote) - Don’t Be Vanilla In Your Business - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Diane ConklinAre you vanilla? Do you just blend in with the crowd? Are you just one of many doing the same thing over and over again? Or do you stand out? Do you have something that really grabs people’s attention? Do you wow people? Sometimes it’s the silly stuff that will make you stand out, ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - Want to LOVE Yourself More and Be Happier? Start By Asking Yourself “What Do I DESERVE?” - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2013 from Elaine WellmanYou know loving yourself is a key to happiness, right? Maybe you already completely embrace who you are, or maybe you’re still struggling to get there. Either way, asking yourself this one question could have a huge impact on your life and even the success of your business. What do you ...
Views: 1035(1 vote) - When Starting a New Small or Home Business Points to Consider for a Sole Proprietorship Business Structure - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Leon EdwardStarting a new business venture as a sole proprietor is one of the most common and easiest way to begin. While deciding between this and a corporate liability company you have to consider some disadvantages and advantages in terms of taxation. There are some rumors and misconceptions among ...
Views: 1659(2 votes) - What Is A Guru? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2013 from Diane ConklinMore and more, people are going to school and getting degrees, and learning new things. Now, there’s no doubt they may be able to teach you something you didn’t already know, but does that automatically make them a guru? This is a question that comes up a lot in marketing and business. What ...
Views: 881(1 vote) - 5 Possible Scenarios of Google's Project Loon - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2013 from TJ PhilpottProject Loon is a current undertaking by Google that offers many possible scenarios but its intended purpose is to carry internet signals to the most remote regions on earth! The concept is to deliver signals to those who can't find internet service otherwise by deflecting signals off high ...
Views: 1589(1 vote) - The WORST Habit for Women (& how to break it!) - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffIn my work with women, one bad habit that I see creeping into their daily lives is Procrastination. This one bad habit can create a struggle in your business and wreak havoc on your personal life too. I have a bad habit of procrastinating on making timely doctor appointments. The result? My ...
Views: 1191(1 vote) - ***Do You Have a Healthy Relationship With Money? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Leslie CunninghamDo You Have a Healthy Relationship With Money? I remember many years ago having a pretty amazing insight about a client's relationship with money. I was looking at her financial numbers and she had asked me what steps she could take to improve her situation. I looked at her debts and ...
Views: 1813(2 votes) - The Fastest Path to Cash Flow - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Sheela MasandIt’s not sexy, but it’s the truth. What do you think I am talking about? Well, if you are anything like my client, you will have no idea either, and even when I said it out loud specifically, he had no idea what I was talking about. You might be able to empathize. He is in a tough ...
Views: 1091(1 vote) - How Taking Risks Offers Huge Business Benefits - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from TJ PhilpottThe biggest aversion people typically have towards taking risks is their fear of the unknown! This is especially true when you're a marketer online trying to grow your business since any mistakes could cost you dearly from a financial point of view! On the other hand if you're reluctant to step ...
Views: 1619(4 votes) - Scrap Yards – How to Start Your Own Business - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Bernard BerryYou might have heard that there is a lot of money when scrap metal is concerned. This is true for many reasons. Mainly it is true because scrap metal is easier and more efficient to melt down and turn into something else. Mining and processing metal from scratch is much more expensive and it is ...
Views: 1279(1 vote) - Find More Clients The Right Way - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Beate CheletteOh the joys of finding new clients. Most business owners, and many of the creative entrepreneurs I work with–decide to look for their new clients, by licensing mailing lists. And then they start to fire off emails and blog posts to people they don’t know. At first look this beats the option of ...
Views: 1241(1 vote) - The Real Value of Trade Missions - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Jack NadelThis spring, California’s governor, Jerry Brown, led a delegation of ninety business leaders on a “trade and investment mission” to China. This type of private-public partnership is a common occurrence for states to expand export opportunities around the world. In fact, three more governors and ...
Views: 984(4 votes) - The Critical Key to Create a Thriving Business Doing What You Love - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Olivia LobellThis week I’d like to talk to you about the critical key to create a thriving business doing what you love. It’s all about TRUST because in order for you to achieve authentic business success as an enlightened entrepreneur and create a thriving business doing what you love, you are going to ...
Views: 1073(1 vote) - Speed…Business Implementation & Execution…What They Have In Common - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Diane ConklinOne of the concepts that technology has sufficiently delivered on is speed. The communication that once took months to send over oceans and across lands now only take seconds in the form of an email. The ability to reach out to someone only takes a moment in pressing the ‘send’ button on our ...
Views: 734(1 vote) - 5 Marketing Tips to Boost Your Business in Slow Months - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2013 from Jason MonaghanWhen you’re in business for yourself, you quickly learn that a period of brisk sales is often followed by a slowdown. And if your business is seasonal to begin with, you face an even bigger challenge. Weathering these cycles of peaks and valleys can be difficult, but rest assured, they are ...
Views: 741(1 vote) - Smart Women Unplug So They Can Recharge - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffOver Memorial Day weekend, I unplugged completely from the online world and left the office behind. Even though I work out of my home, I made a conscious decision not to enter the office or think about anything having to do with business. I do this periodically because I know the dangers of ...
Views: 1112(2 votes) - Tips For Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Susan bagyuraEntrepreneurs have to make a big commitment to their business. On the path to success, many will become stuck along the way. This is normal; however, having the right expectations while being open to learning will help curb anxiety during the usual ups and downs of doing business. Things will ...
Views: 896(1 vote) - Why Reunions are a Must-attend for Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from kuza biasharaOnce a year or so, you will get an odd invitation about a reunion. Sometimes it is a school reunion, sometimes it is a college reunion, and sometimes it is simply a family reunion. Regardless of whether you like getting back in touch with your old friends, you should attend all reunions that you ...
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