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- YOUR BUSINESS STRATEGY: Thoroughbred or Mule? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Melinda Day-HarperHonestly, It’s Not About the Horse! Do you have a clear goal in mind of where you want to be? Do you have a clear direction of how to get there? Did your market change, but your Business Strategy didn’t change with it? We’ve all been there: I remember lying on my back in the dirt about 10 ...
Views: 1542(1 vote) - Why Common Sense Guitar Teaching Ideas Lead To Failure - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Tom HessWhether you are new to guitar teaching or have been teaching for a while, you have likely struggled at times to make good money. Fact is, this is a common problem for nearly all guitar teachers and can be overcome with the right knowledge and implementation. However, most teachers lead very ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - ***Public Speaking is a Great Form of Free Advertising - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2013 from Doug StaneartEarly in my career, I volunteered to speak at local business events in my hometown, and I began to build a reputation for myself as a pretty good speaker. One of the vice-presidents for a big national financial planning firm saw me speak at a couple of events, and he pulled me aside after one ...
Views: 9380(6 votes) - How to Avoid Entrepreneurial Overload - by As an entrepreneur, you are probably slightly frazzled, mildly frayed or full-on exhausted. I understand as I have been there too. I got to the point that if I had one more task to do, let alone another whole project, I was going to have a melt down. My mind and body were at its limits and those ...
Views: 747(2 votes) - Believing Creates Magical Results - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2014 from Fawn O'ConnorWe’ve all heard the phrase – “I’ll believe it when I see it.” I would like for you to consider another phrase that I learned from Dr. Wayne Dyer,which has become important to me. “I’ll see it when I believe it.” Our belief system controls how we conduct our lives. If we could only understand and ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - How Long Does It Take To Be Successful? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Beate CheletteYou are asking the million-dollar question. All the blood, sweat, tears, doubts, and tons of time and money—and for what? It took me 13 years to become “an overnight success” but when I finally did, the rewards were extraordinary. The popular TV show Shark Tank gives entrepreneurs the chance ...
Views: 1486(1 vote) - Funding Accomplished. What Next? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from kuza biasharaGaining funding is a very important milestone in a business but is that it? Does having money insinuate growth by itself? No, it doesn’t. Many people don’t believe it but even after you have the money, you need to ensure that you don’t lose your focus. Otherwise, your business will easily go ...
Views: 878(1 vote) - What I Have Learned in Two Years of Blogging - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Anna RobesonA few years ago, I would see friends of mine blogging about random stuff, like clothes, or their feelings, and I could never understand why they did it. Moreover, I couldn't understand why they would feel the need to share their most personal experiences with complete strangers, talk on facebook ...
Views: 961(1 vote) - In Praise of Entrepreneurs, Persistence and a Gourmet Food Truck - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from James Mapes“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and ...
Views: 1563(1 vote) - How To Effectively Use A Squeeze Page To Build Your List Daily - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Diane ConklinHow do you use a squeeze page to build your list? A squeeze page, or a landing page, is simply a one page website. It’s just one page where people can do only one thing. They can’t go check out your products and services. They can’t go see when your events are. They can’t do anything ...
Views: 847(1 vote) - If you Know How to Arouse Curioisty... - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from Hal WechslerIf You Know How to Arouse Curiosity, You Win the Prize • 1. Science tests, everybody else – guesses without proof. If you want super success in school & your career, do the research. • 2. We tested ‘Subject Lines’, the email “message” we all use to decide if we Delete-or-Read. Ten-thousand ...
Views: 1550(2 votes) - Ways to Fund your Business - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2013 from kuza biasharaThere are many cases in which people have the best business idea, know how they are going to run their business, and have the potential to a great hit but don’t pan out because of lack of funds. Funds are vital and without the required finances you won’t be able to do anything. Right from the ...
Views: 952(2 votes) - 5 Ways Businesses Can Stretch Their Marketing Dollars - by For a lot of small businesses, the summer can be a quiet period as customers and clients are typically on holidays enjoying time with their family and friends.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. It can actually be the perfect time to get active with implementing some proven, simple marketing ...
Views: 561(2 votes) - 6 Simple Steps to Live A Life You Love - by I know what it’s like to think that the lifestyle you want is out of each. I used to lie on my single bed in a 10-square-metre room that I rented flipping through magazines, wishing I could have the luxurious lifestyles I read about.
Despite the negative, nagging voice in my head that ...
Views: 605(2 votes) - The Top 5 Marketing Mistakes Small Business Owners Make - by One of the best parts of what I do is that I get to meet and work with many amazing small business owners. I hear about their personal story, why they love what they do, the amazing work they do with their clients and yet they are struggling to get more clients consistently and make decent ...
Views: 587(2 votes) - How to Stay Motivated - by Motivation is a hot topic these days. There are countless books, audio, videos, seminars and coaches that all offer the latest strategies in getting you to be laser focused allowing you to achieve your goals.
Let’s face it – staying motivated isn’t always easy even after implementing the ...
Views: 701(2 votes) - How Accountable Are You? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Kim Kirmmse TothAny entrepreneur or small business owner knows how important it is to be accountable. Are you accountable to yourself, accountable to your business and, at times, accountable to others? It is the same as simply being responsible and answerable. You hear this term more and more often it seems. ...
Views: 1239(1 vote) - Do You Need Your Independence or a Team? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Lisa MininniDo you like to create your own ideas and have lots of autonomy to execute them or do you prefer to be a member of a team and toss ideas around? Are you a venturesome doer and interested in the achievement of tangible results? Or, do you prefer a work environment where you handle familiar work in ...
Views: 1356(1 vote) - How to Experience Both Spiritual Fulfillment and Financial Success in Your Business (Part 2 of 2) - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Olivia LobellAs you may remember, last week we talked about some best practices for your authentic business success as an enlightened entrepreneur journey so you can experience both spiritual fulfillment and financial success in your business. I walked you through my first 3 authentic business success ...
Views: 1079(1 vote) - How to Experience Both Spiritual Fulfillment and Financial Success in Your Business (Part 1 of 2) - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Olivia LobellHave you ever wondered about what it takes to experience both spiritual fulfillment and financial success in your business? Today, I’d like to share with you some best practices that not only I, but also my students, clients and mentors use, and you too must use if you want to experience both ...
Views: 1121(1 vote) - Simple Methods For Achieving Success In Entrepreneur Enterprises - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Greg FrostOne of the best ways to keep up with the necessities in our everyday living is to earn more and the best way to get more of it is through getting in the world of business. However, there are already a lot of businesses competing in the market today. The problem is how you can get to the top of ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - The Secret to Accessing Your Natural Leader - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from Susan FreemanOne of the hot topics in today’s leadership circles is the “Lean-In” movement, based on Sheryl Sandberg’s new book, “Lean In: Women, Work and The Will To Lead.” The COO of Facebook challenges women to explore ways we hold ourselves back from the goals we desire. My challenge to all leaders ...
Views: 1126(2 votes) - Hiring The Right Mentor or Coach Can Affect Your Bottom Line Business Profits - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from Diane ConklinTo put it simply, no one likes having to write checks…to spend or invest money. Writing checks means money is leaving your account, and no one likes money leaving their account. However, it becomes a little easier when you know the money is being well invested and, two, that you’ll be making ...
Views: 674 - Employee but Entrepreneur inside: Are you? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from kuza biasharaDid you know that there are many employees who actually have entrepreneur blood in them? How do you know whether you have much more in you than just working under someone? How do you know if you have it in you to lead instead of being led? When you look at successful entrepreneurs, you will see ...
Views: 1043 - Farming as a Small Business - Farm and Tractor Safety - A Guide - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Peter MainUnderstanding the safety implications of buying and using a new or a used tractor is an essential element for anyone working either on a farm of any size, any type of small holding or any type of residential land where a small or compact tractor might be used. Agriculture generally is ...
Views: 1469(1 vote) - Keeping An MLM Journal For Achieving Good Results - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Merv StevensCan you keep a secret? What might you have in your MLM journal? Do you even have an MLM journal? A smart man once said that a life worth living is actually a life worth documenting. Does a fact like this apply to you once you start developing your MLM business? What advantage may you ...
Views: 1337(1 vote) - How Saying Yes In Your Business Can Make You Rich Beyond Money - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2013 from Diane ConklinHow do you make decisions? How do you make decisions in your business? Here is a philosophy that will serve you very well if you apply and use it… Say yes and figure out the details later. It’s also important to plan, but for most people if you apply say yes and figure out the details ...
Views: 780(1 vote) - How Daydreaming Overcomes Impulsive Acts - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“How Daydreaming Success, Overcomes Impulsive Acts” • 1. “Pop, what’s with this stuff on “immediate-gratification”, and impatience? Doesn’t every sane person want “it” now, not later?” • 2. “You wanna fight or hear the latest neuroscience. Good. When you’re a little kid, you don’t analyze, ...
Views: 1680(1 vote) - How Daydreaming Overcomes Impulsive Acts - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“How Daydreaming Success, Overcomes Impulsive Acts” • 1. “Pop, what’s with this stuff on “immediate-gratification”, and impatience? Doesn’t every sane person want “it” now, not later?” • 2. “You wanna fight or hear the latest neuroscience. Good. When you’re a little kid, you don’t analyze, ...
Views: 37 - Email Marketing Incentive Ideas for Mobile Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2013 from Missy DiazEven though social media is the darling of new media for now, email is not too far behind and is not going anywhere anytime soon. In fact, many marketing experts note that email marketing is still the best way to reach and connect with your core audience. Regardless of niche. Since we are in ...
Views: 1314(1 vote) - 5 Tips to Help Boost Your Biography For Success - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffOne of the best action steps you can take in your business is to create a biography that showcases your expertise and gives you the credibility you need to stand out from the crowd. It will boost your business in so many ways. You want to have your biography on your website and all of your ...
Views: 1257(2 votes) - Did You Know That You’re Wired to Win? - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Lisa MininniPart 1 of 4: Did You Know That You’re Wired to Win? Winning can be defined in several ways. Dictionary.com defines winning as, “to finish first in a race”, to or “to gain the victory”. In each of these definitions, however, it infers someone is going to lose. If you apply the win-lose ...
Views: 1472(1 vote) - 5 Traits of an Entrepreneur Destined for Success - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from TJ PhilpottThere are certain habits, characteristics or traits of an entrepreneur that puts them on course to be more successful than others! No where is this more the case than for those who choose the internet as the place to establish their primary business platform! Having a strong desire to achieve ...
Views: 901(1 vote) - Using Focused Energy And Action To Increase Your Productivity - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Diane ConklinIt’s the end of your business day. That’s enough work for one day, and you’re turning off the lights in your office or your shop. You’re going home. Do you feel fulfilled? Do you feel as though you accomplished everything you wanted to do today? Or are you really not sure if you ...
Views: 704(1 vote) - Tips So Your Business Can Get Targeted New Traffic Through an Email Blast - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Stephanie CasanovaEmail blasting has received increased attention as an effective marketing technique based on the use of modern online technology. When looking to achieve success on the web, visibility and brand awareness are of the utmost importance. Understanding how to effectively blast mail can assist in ...
Views: 875(1 vote) - Building Your Business - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Dr. Mary OzegovichThese days, because of the Internet and smart phones, the very essence of communication and relationships has changed. As a result, how you build your Business needs to change also. Are you aware of the fact that Facebook grew to 1 million users in 10 months, Twitter hit 1 million followers in ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - How Do We Make Our Lives More Successful? The Answer Is Muscular. - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Matt ChanskyTo begin, let’s look at professional athletics for our model, specifically the nitty-gritty of training. How do you make muscles grow? The answer is that you work them against resistance, i.e., weights or bands. If you lift weights, but don’t lift enough weight to really test your muscles, they ...
Views: 710(1 vote) - Farming as a small business – skills needed - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Peter MainMany people have quite a romantic view of farming, normally people who have never worked on one or been involved with any type of farm or agricultural business. A farm is a multi-complex business, that can range from a very small acreage or smallholding to a multimillion dollar enterprise ...
Views: 1200(1 vote) - Steel pipes and tubes uses for different purposes - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Robb TothSteel pipes and tubes are used for different purposes. Different industries have different requirements and so varies the specification like they can be used sewage, gas, car, mechanical and several others industries. There are many types of tubes that can be used for different purposes like ...
Views: 671(1 vote) - Fearless Entrepreneurs: The Qualities they possess - by Submitted on May 22, 2013 from kuza biasharaFearless entrepreneurs are rare and they are assets to the business world. They do things in their own ways. These are the ways that ordinary people don’t even think of doing. Well, that is what makes them extraordinary now, isn’t it? They don’t let anything stand in their way and that is what ...
Views: 989(1 vote) - 2 Ways To Eliminate Your Competition – It’s Easy! - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Molly BertonEliminating your competition is the easiest way to increase your chances of business success. And I don’t mean literally eliminate them, in the sense of doing something “bad” to them. When I say eliminate, I mean ... take them out of your prospect’s consideration set for your product or ...
Views: 603(1 vote) - 3 And 1/2 Principles For The Success Of Any Entrepreneur - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Molly BertonMany people believe that success in any enterprise is a specific result or outcome, a destination at which they arrive one day. Let me assure you that success is more than the realization of one goal, or even several goals. Success is not a specific destination... it's a direction you ...
Views: 503(1 vote) - Job Growth Is Good For Business - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Justin KraneJob Growth Means Money in More People’s Pockets What’s going on with all of the jewelry buying at malls? Are they giving this stuff away for free? Why are there more customers in these stores? And where are they getting the cash? First off, it’s affordable. But moreover, it’s the fact ...
Views: 1024(1 vote) - Leaders who Label May Harm their Effectiveness - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Susan FreemanYesterday I heard something in a yoga class that shouted out to me as a valuable leadership lesson: The idea of putting a label on an experience. Think about how many times a day you get caught up in labeling. We endlessly label our experiences (and sometimes those of others), we label ...
Views: 1301(1 vote) - Internet Marketing: Corporate Video Trends for 2013 - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Chase McMullenInternet Marketing: Corporate Video Trends for 2013 Many people are becoming more and more hooked on visual content, so it can be a great idea to make a professional video for product/service. This is something that most people can do, even though it is quite challenging. But the more you put ...
Views: 796 - Testimonials: Let Your Clients Tell Your Story - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Holly AnthonyTestimonials from satisfied clients lend an extra dimension of credibility to your business communications. Although most people use them only on their websites, there are a number of other creative ways to work testimonials into your marketing materials. Before I go into details, however, ...
Views: 1221(2 votes) - I can guarantee that you will fail - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Allan MarstonMany of us have stopped dreaming. Life has a way of beating us up and getting us to settle for what we think we can get, based on what we have received in the past. When we are young we dreamed impossible dreams, but as we get older life’s vicissitudes turned us into “realists.” A girl dreams ...
Views: 1021(1 vote) - ***Taking action by itself won’t create financial success - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Leslie CunninghamLet’s face it - money is an emotional topic. We like to think that money is a logical, left-brain process. But in truth it isn't. Money issues almost always stem from fear and our desire to be in control. Where do these beliefs come from? In her book, "For ...
Views: 1936(2 votes) - Business & Marketing Lessons From Las Vegas - Risks vs. Gambling - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Diane ConklinA lot of times we equate our doings in our businesses to gambling. If you’re one of the people that thinks this way, you might want to reconsider! Save your gambling for Las Vegas. If you feel like you’re gambling with your business, it’s because you haven’t invested in the proper planning ...
Views: 1081(1 vote) - The Digital Gold Rush: How You Can Prosper In The New Economy - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Merv StevensIf you have not realised by now – the Digital Gold Rush has arrived and to be successful in this new economy you have to be equipped with the right skills that are necessary to proper. What are these skills and how do you acquire them? Well there is a solution. Internet millionaires Jay ...
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