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- 6 Ways to Prevent Burnout - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Jeremy GislasonBecoming an entrepreneur has many benefits. It allows us to make a living doing something we enjoy. It gives us more freedom and flexibility than working for someone else. And it allows for unlimited earning potential. And yet many entrepreneurs have second thoughts about the path they're ...
Views: 2176 - The Magic of Masterful Closing - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Diane HelbigI’m always amazed to hear people talk about master closers. It’s as if their skills are most significant at the END of the cycle. This seems to me to be rather misleading. Are we saying that it doesn’t matter how you handle the prior steps as long as you have some magic at the end? I believe ...
Views: 1090 - Sales Is A Verb - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Diane HelbigSales is a verb. Okay, now settle down. I know if you look in the dictionary it says that ‘sales’ is a noun. Stay with me here for just a minute. My point is that ‘sales’ is an activity. It isn’t something you do once the phone rings. It is something you have to actively participate in for your ...
Views: 1560 - Always On - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Diane HelbigAs a small business owner or salesperson you are always on. You are always presenting, marketing, selling and producing. Failure to acknowledge this will prevent you from being as successful as you could be. I dare say it can actually do harm to your business. Let’s break it down and take a ...
Views: 1140 - Taking Your Business Brand to the Next Level - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Kimberly ReddingtonI am sure you have heard about the need to create a brand or special image for your business. Your brand is the image that your customers think of when they think of your product. Have you ever studied the brands of larger corporations? When you take a good look at what large companies are doing ...
Views: 1541(2 votes) - Entrepreneurial Leadership & Personal Success in spite of Adversity: Dr. Nido Qubein PART II - by Submitted on May 01, 2010 from Dr. Howard Haller“Entrepreneurial Leadership & Personal Success in spite of Adversity: Dr. Nido Qubein PART II” Chairman of Great Harvest Bread Company, Chairman of Business Life, Inc., Chairman of the Miss North Carolina USA program, and President of High Point University, By Dr. Howard E. Haller Dr. ...
Views: 3695(98 votes) - CranioSacral Therapists - 4 Steps to a Client-Rich Relationship - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Sharon DesjarlaisDo you ever feel stuck at the thought of marketing and filling your practice? Do you find yourself tied up in knots whenever you try to tell someone new what you do? That's a symptom of TMI: sharing Too Much Information too early in the practitioner-prospect relationship. Compared to ...
Views: 945(2 votes) - INTRAPRENEURSHIP SUCCESS: The WL Gore success story overview - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Dr. Howard HallerINTRAPRENEURSHIP SUCCESS: The WL Gore success story overview The Intrapreneur must learn to get around the roadblocks of corporate structure and a stodgy manager, or the traditional corporate bureaucracy. A successful corporate entrepreneur or Intrapreneur must first convince middle ...
Views: 7248(136 votes) - INTRAPRENEURSHIP SUCCESS-Overview from a Successful Serial Intrapreneur (Corporate Entrepreneur) - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Dr. Howard HallerIntrapreneurship is based on the idea of using entrepreneurial techniques within a corporation or organization to create a new product(s), service(s), or division to help a corporation grow, become more profitable, and in some cases, survive. The word, in-tra-pre-neur (In¹tre-pre-nur) did ...
Views: 5877(134 votes) - Brainstorming for Breakthroughs - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Kathy JiamboiWith all the changes taking place in our economy it is important now more than ever to keep our eyes open for opportunities and different ways of doing business. Think about breaking away from the conventional approaches you have been taking in the many different areas in your ...
Views: 1287(4 votes) - The Lesson of “I, Pencil” An Essay on Economic Freedom for the Ages - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Geoff FickeThe Lesson of “I, Pencil” An Essay on Economic Freedom for the Ages As a young college student studying economics in the 1960’s I was exposed to the writings and philosophy of Leonard Read while researching a paper on Adam Smith’s enlightened principle of the “Invisible Hand”. Mr. Read had ...
Views: 9489(3 votes) - Binary Glitch - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2011 from Aryana HudsonAll people are plugged into the binary computer technology by virtue of the presence of that system on the planet. How does this affect the world? Well in order to understand the consciousness necessary for the invention of quantum computing and the information highway the observer must ...
Views: 2345(3 votes) - Smart Women Live A Proactive Life - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffYesterday, as I was on my way to pick up my kids from school, it occurred to me that I was feeling exhausted—I mean really tired. As I made a mental scan of my day, I realized that I had been in a “reactive” mode most of the day rather than a “proactive” mode. We do need to react to situations ...
Views: 2293(3 votes) - Targeting Your Prospects – The Benefits Of Niche Marketing - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2009 from Jason BrettMany businesses make the mistake of trying to be "all things to all people". And the Truth is that unless your a fortune 100 company with multiple divisions... you can't! You're better off choosing the markets you want to target and then focus exclusively on serving these segments better than ...
Views: 1808(2 votes) - Organizing a Fitness Business the Right Way - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Darrell MorrisThe first step to improving your fitness business is to ensure that your business is well organized. Some fitness businesses are not able to explore their full earning potential, as they are not organized properly. Fitness businesses can be improved by paying attention to the basics of a ...
Views: 1617(2 votes) - The Top Benefits to Working from Home - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Serena CarcasoleAs the workplace continues to get cramped with undervalued employees and the commutes tend to feel longer than they ever did before, working from home is beginning to become common place. Whether you are working for yourself or your company allows you to work from the comfort of your home ...
Views: 1344 - Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Overcoming Adversities & Accomplishing Success: Profile of “Zig” Ziglar-Motivational Speaker - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2011 from PROF. HOWARD EDWARD HALLERLeadership, Entreprenuership and Overcoming Adversity: Profile of my Mentor “Zig” Ziglar, Noted Motivational Speaker, Self Help Guru, and Chairman, Ziglar Training Systems By: Howard Edward Haller, Ph. D. The article give an insight into the groundbreaking proven research into Become a ...
Views: 4237(128 votes) - Learn How Successful People Get Ahead of the Curve - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Bryan BecksteadIf you can get ahead of the curve, you are well on your way to becoming successful. I’m using the term successful to cover a lot of things we would like to be; happier, richer, less stressed out, thinner or fatter. The list is endless. You can decide what constitutes successful for yourself. ...
Views: 3367(2 votes) - The Power of Focus In Your Home-Based Business - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Sue StebbinsThe recent media buzz about 'The Secret' has entrepreneurs asking, "How can I put the Law of Attraction principle to work for me in my business?" It's all about the power of focus. As home-based business owners, network marketers, or coaches, you are often reminded of the importance of goal ...
Views: 1451 - Avoid Multi-Focus and Focus on Multi-Income Streams - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Sue StebbinsSound like an oxymoron? How can you maintain a quality focus on your current client base while successfully generating new income streams? Why do you need to generate new income streams? What is the impact if you do not have multiple revenue streams? As the economy trends down, job insecurity ...
Views: 1884(1 vote) - The Prospering Social Entrepreneur (How to Use Your Values and Prosperity to Improve the Double Bottom Line) - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Sue StebbinsAre you one of the thousands of entrepreneurs that believe they could be subject to declines during economic turmoil? Or are you one of the Emerging Breed of Innovative Entrepreneurs that begins to look for the opportunities you and your business could realize and how it could prosper the ...
Views: 1553(1 vote) - Your Quality Focus = FREEDOM and INCREASED INCOME - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Sue StebbinsAre you like the majority of the people, challenged with " attention bankruptcy " and feel like you can't get ahead? Learning how to harness your focus and develop a strong quality of focus is one of the most important skills you can acquire to combat the feeling of helplessness that accompanies ...
Views: 1790(1 vote) - LEADERSHIP, ENTREPRENEUR & POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY: Profile of Jack Canfield "Law of Attraction Expert" featured in the film "The Secret" - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from PROF. HOWARD EDWARD HALLERLEADERSHIP and POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY: Profile of Jack Canfield, Mega Best Selling Author and CEO, Chicken Soup for the Soul Enterprises, Inc., Law of Attraction Expert, featured in the film "The Secret" By: Howard Edward Haller, Ph.D. The Law of Attraction has played a major ...
Views: 3942(135 votes) - LEADERSHIP and ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Self-Made Billionaire Dr. John Malone story - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from PROF. HOWARD EDWARD HALLERleadership and Entrepreneurship: John Malone, Ph.D. Story, Chairman and CEO, Liberty Media, Inc. By: Howard Edward Haller, Ph. D. This groundbreaking proven research into how to "How to Overcome Adversity" and how to "Turn Adversity into Opportunities" has received extensive ...
Views: 5762(118 votes) - Real Estate Investing: Success Comes From Within – Not the Property - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Matthew TooneWe all have heard and know that the majority of wealth in this nation was acquired through … Real Estate. The secret of the wealthy is actually no secret at all – they understand that purchasing properties is the key to achieving financial independence, freedom, and wealth. Because people ...
Views: 1060(1 vote) - So... Tell Me What You Want! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Adele Howell-Pryce“So, tell me what you want, what you really, really want!” “I’ll tell you what I want, what I really, really want!” - SONG LYRICS – How many of you can definitely, absolutely, unequivocally, tell me right now, exactly what it is that you want and what you want your business to ...
Views: 1702(12 votes) - Why Small Business Could be the Economy’s Big Indicator for Growth - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Herb KayUnemployment numbers are high, and will likely climb for months if not years to come. If this happens to be news to you, consider your ignorant bliss shattered. For the rest of us who encounter this grim reality head on, the question we face as a nation is how America can continue to have record ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - 5 Steps to Become a Leader, When You Feel Like a Follower - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Niamh ArthurSuccess in life and in business comes from effective leadership. This doesn't mean pretending to be someone else, or changing your core values, it's just about being more confident in who you are. You can follow these 5 steps to become a leader, and create a new self image of confidence and ...
Views: 2692(10 votes) - Uncover Your Passions and Skills to Build a Business You Love - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Carma SpenceThe first step in starting a business you love is to uncover what your core passions and strongest skills are. One way to do this is to embrace your inner child. Here's how: Do you remember what you dreamed about when you were just a kid? What did you want to be when you grew up? When I was ...
Views: 1317(3 votes) - The Power of Imagination - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Jeremy Gislason“You cannot depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” Mark Twain Ask a successful person why he is successful, and you could get any number of answers. Some attribute their success to little more than luck. Others might believe that they owe their achievements to their fine ...
Views: 4101(28 votes) - Giving Is The New Getting: The New Social Entrepreneurism - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Charlene MurphyHave you noticed that some of the most successful business people are also the most generous? Take Blake Mycoskie, Founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS Shoes, Inc. You’ve seen him in Time Magazine, on The Amazing Race, AT& T commercials, and featured on TED. TOMS’ simple promise is to give a ...
Views: 1556(13 votes) - The Real Bottom Line - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Paula GregorowiczI was listening to Michael Port’s book "Beyond Booked Solid" today en route to a meeting. He made one statement that truly sums up my philosophy. As he was talking about how to boost your income, streamline your processes, and take your business to the next level he said "The real bottom line ...
Views: 1539(2 votes) - Frazzled, overworked and stressed out with growing your business? Determine one little action to turn it all around right now - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Jason RosadoI just finished a coaching call with one of my favorite clients. I really love this guy (as I do all my clients), because he is a really genuine person, cares about his patients and wants to make his business truly incredible. And I want to share something very interesting from our session ...
Views: 1633(22 votes) - Who Do You Think You Are? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Ruth HegartyI’ve been talking a lot recently with women about connecting with your personal and entrepreneurial vision and image of who you want to be. The more you understand your authentic vision for yourself, the more successful you will be and the more effortless it will feel. This process can be ...
Views: 1442(6 votes) - Has Your Business Hit A Glass Ceiling? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Adele Howell-PryceThe term “glass ceiling” is most often used in corporate jobs. It is used to explain the phenomenon where people climb the ladder, get promoted, seem to be on track and then for no apparent reason – their promotion path seems to stall and they get no further. However, in my experience this ...
Views: 2217(2 votes) - Breaking the Procrastination Habit - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Jeremy Gislason“Know the true value of time; snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. No idleness; no laziness; no procrastination; never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.” Lord Chesterfield There are many factors that contribute to success. But there is one that is absolutely essential, and ...
Views: 1892(16 votes) - The Ins and Outs of Risk Taking - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Jeremy Gislason“Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go.” T.S. Eliot Entrepreneurs are known for being risk takers. It takes guts to break free from the notion of trading your hours for dollars and making someone else rich in the process. Starting a business doesn't ...
Views: 1617(17 votes) - Cooperation vs. Competition in Today's Business - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2009 from Lynn DormanIf you are in business today – do you still feel the need to compete? Or are you thinking cooperation? These are two very different business models, which lead to different marketing strategies and outcomes. Competition When you think competition; there is or can be only one winner – all ...
Views: 2502 - Business Marketing: Three Simple Steps to Wean Off One-On-One Clients and Create Leveraged Income - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Kendall SummerHawkYes, you love your clients but honestly, too much one-on-one work can leave you feeling exhausted and strapped for time, plus it can limit how much you can make. You end up not only feeling burnt out but feeling broke, even though you're working plenty hard. When it comes to money and ...
Views: 646 - Secrets Of Successful Entrepreneurs: 3 Surefire Ways To Succeed In Business - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Michael LeeAnybody can be a successful entrepreneur. Even someone who didn’t finish college or wasn’t born rich can attain financial success. How do you think these people manage to do it? Simple. They knew the secrets of successful entrepreneurs and applied them in their life. I know that you must be ...
Views: 1942(1 vote) - Smart Women Have “Personal” Power - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Joy ChudacoffDo you have “personal” power? I’m not referring to the power that comes from material wealth or the ability to control people and situations. I’m referring to the kind of power that comes from within—the power that is authentic only to you. Women with “personal” power are secure in their own ...
Views: 1240(4 votes) - Entrepreneurs... Remember to Breathe! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Denise GriffittsTake a deep breath... Being an entrepreneur is not easy. It is rewarding, it is exciting, it is occasionally exhausting and tears inducing, but what it is not, is easy. Today, many people live in stress mode all the time and entrepreneurs, particularly women entrepreneurs, tend to top that ...
Views: 1899 - Are You A Top Home Business Entrepreneur? Do You Have What It Takes? Learn How In Three Easy StepsSubmitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Jennifer GilbertDo you actually believe that you are going to achieve those lofty goals of being a top home business entrepreneur and make big money in your home based franchise for this last part of 2009, looking into 2010? Most people don’t believe. And when I say believe, sure on the surface they might ...
Views: 950(2 votes) - Protecting Your Identity on Facebook - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Charlene MurphyOver 360 million people are actively using Facebook these days. Most of us are using Facebook responsibly to connect with friends, family and as a business publicity tool. However, as trends show, the hackers, spammers and opportunists are following suit. Lucky for us, the folks behind Facebook ...
Views: 1260(3 votes) - The Power Of Empowering! - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Jody MaleyWhen you start a Home Party Business, the first thought is how to get people to have parties. Many coaches or "uplines" advise you to have your own party first and that is a great idea! You are excited about your new position as a distributor and you are excited about the product and you think ...
Views: 1272(2 votes) - Business Plans: A Sample of Your Decision-Making - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Eric PowersA business plan hopefully offers readers a complete understanding of the who, what, where, when, why and how of your business. However, it also offers them a look at you, personally. Assuming you plan to work as a key manager of the business, the plan shows readers a sample of your ...
Views: 935 - A New World of Opportunity for the Entrepreneurial Mind - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceWe had the pleasure of visiting Boone Hall yesterday which is an old plantation home in Charleston. You may recognize it as it has been featured in various movies such as 'North and South' and my favorite 'The Notebook.' Boone Hall began as an indigo plantation and with the turn of each new ...
Views: 1773(2 votes) - Qualities of Successful Entrepreneurs: How Effective Business People Succeed - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Michael LeeThese days, it’s quite challenging to make it big in business. There are many factors you have to contend with. There’s your competition, and of course, the poor performance of the world economy as well. However, some business people still manage to hit the jackpot. We could all learn a thing or ...
Views: 2734(2 votes) - MLM-Do You Have What It Takes? - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Richard OBrienMLM-Do You Have What It Takes? O.K. so you want to start your own business, but you don't have much money and you heard MLM is inexpensive to get started with. Well that's right and it's also wrong. Many would be entrepreneurs assume they could start a business for free. The truth is if your ...
Views: 1036(2 votes) - Qualify Your Business Niche: Ask these Four Questions Before You Develop Your Products or Services - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Carma SpenceBefore you start developing products and services for your niche, you need to know whether this niche is worth pursuing. To find out, ask yourself these four questions and be sure to do the research you need to get the correct answers. Gut feelings don't count here ... you need cold, hard facts ...
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