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- 5 Proven Ways to Get Book Reviews - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Kathleen GageGetting a book published is a lot easier, and simpler, than in years past. From idea to publication it can be a matter of weeks, even days. As in the past, publishing is the easy part. Sure, in the eyes of the author, that may seem far-fetched. Yet, ask any author who has made money from their ...
Views: 1326 - Smart Women, Skiing and Entrepreneurial Success - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffOne morning last week, I was helping my 11 year-old son, Jack, get ready for a day of skiing during our family vacation. It was sunny, 55 degrees and gorgeous outside. I handed my son his face mask and he looked at me puzzled and said, "Mom, there is no way I'm going to need this today--have you ...
Views: 1325(5 votes) - The Best Way to Manage Self-Doubt - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Desiree StaffordAccording to the US Department of Commerce women owned businesses grow at 2 times the rate of businesses owned by men, and the Wall Street Journal reports that by 2030 women will own two thirds of the nation’s wealth. Those numbers are pretty impressive. Yet, many women entrepreneurs struggle ...
Views: 1322(1 vote) - Peer-To-Peer Lending and Your Small Business - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonBefore the internet, before computers, before the stock market, businesses still needed money. Terms like ‘Barter’, ‘Partner’, or even ‘Susu’ were a critical part of the financial vernacular. With the advent of the internet, so much has changed. Here is one such major change – “Peer-to-Peer ...
Views: 1320(2 votes) - Critical Reasons to Track Your Numbers and Why It Is So Important - by Submitted on May 06, 2013 from Debra KasowskiTracking numbers in your business can be overwhelming; however, this process is crucial to the life span of your business. Tracking your business numbers will reveal the reality about your business performance. Here are some of the important numbers you should track: Revenues Tracking ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Top 6 LinkedIn Changes In the Content Marketing’s Industry In 2017 - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2017 from akhilash PHow To Win Friends And Influence People with Top 6 LinkedIn Changes In The Content Marketing’s Industry In 2017 Microsoft had made its boldest move by purchasing LinkedIn in the past year, and as an outcome, 2017 is the important year for the business-oriented social network. A lot of ...
Views: 1316 - 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: 1315 - 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: 1314(2 votes) - You Do Own Enough to Bother With an Inventory - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Cindy HartmanIt is so important to have an inventory of your personal property. People who don’t have a lot of fine art, collectables or expensive, high-end electronics often think they don’t have enough to warrant an inventory. You’ll see it’s well worth your time or money to have this information available ...
Views: 1314 - Turn Your Book into a Powerhouse List Builder - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2016 from Kathleen GageWriters like to write. That’s a given. When you’re an engaging writer you do tend to build a following. One of the main reasons to have a loyal fan base is to generate a sustainable revenue stream. The more of a following you have, the more likely it is every book you put to market will make ...
Views: 1309 - Simplify Your Life: How To Streamline Your Professional World For Powerful Results! - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Karen KellerEvery woman wants to simplify her business or work life. Make things easier or smoother. While at the same time trying to not neglect someone or something … taking care to provide for her customer’s or employee’s needs while not abandoning her own. Simplicity clarifies what is important ...
Views: 1308 - Developing the Language Development of Youthful Kids - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from lizzie milanHow Do Kids Learn Language? There are numerous theoretical approaches to explain how kids learn to speak and understand language. It is most likely that no one theory can clarify the entire language growth process. However, significant insights can be gained by examining several major academic ...
Views: 1307(2 votes) - Standing On the Cusp of Greatness...In High Heels - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from luciana CousinOver the last decade the growth and sustainability of women owned businesses and female entrepreneurs has grown exponentially. However, while it is a fact that women dominate small business ownership, it is also evident that it is time for us to take our businesses out of the micro markets we ...
Views: 1304 - 3 Tips To Help You Harness The Moon's Energy With Your Sacred Marketing Message - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Michele McGrewOne of the ways that I'm able to stay in the flow of my personal and professional energy and stay out of overwhelm (well, at least most of the time ;) is by staying in rhythm with the phases of the moon. In fact, I strategically create my business schedule with the intention of harnessing the ...
Views: 1302 - Mindfulness Meditation: Live in Peace, Not Pieces - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Valencia RayInner peace is closer than you realize. You don't have to do any thing. In fact, it is your tendency to need to do something that is driving peace of mind out of reach. We have been taught to separate our self into pieces. Be one way at home and one way at office. One way at church or temple and ...
Views: 1300(1 vote) - You Are a Powerful Creator: Awaken the Memory of Who You Are and Why You Are Here! - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Marieme FayeMost of us live in the illusion that we do not have a purpose that we are just here to live our lives quietly in hiding and not participate in the expansion of humanity. Is it out of humility or out of fear? As a young girl I often starred at the sky and remembered asking God why I was on earth? ...
Views: 1300(3 votes) - Pulling Back the Curtain on My Business - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2012 from Marcy StahlWhenever I’m talking to a colleague or friend, and I share that my business has totally taken off this year, I’m often asked: What has created that difference? If only it were as simple as ONE THING! I always have several new initiatives going on: new marketing actions (like social media ...
Views: 1299(1 vote) - Work From Home Time Wasters - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2010 from Denise GriffittsThose of us who have created our own businesses and who work from our beautifully appointed home offices can find some serious time wasting going on during the day if we don't reign in and control our time wasting activities. And no, I'm not talking about getting the kids up and ready for ...
Views: 1298(4 votes) - ***Never Give up on your Dream - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2011 from Patty Sadallah“Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are ...
Views: 1297(6 votes) - Dirty Laundry is Good for Your Business - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from MaryEllen Tribby“I love working from home, I get so much laundry done and today I even cleaned out my refrigerator.” This was a comment I overheard the other night while waiting for the PTA meeting to start at my daughters’ school. Unfortunately that was far from the first time I have heard a work at home ...
Views: 1296 - 3 Simple Steps to Better Decision Making - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffOne of the biggest challenges I see people struggle with is making decisions. There's this burning need inside of us to avoid making a mistake when it comes to choosing one over the other. They key is to know when a decision really matters ("should I marry this guy?") or is it a mere blip on the ...
Views: 1295(2 votes) - Smart Women And The Fear of Commitment - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffCommitment. It’s a powerful word that conjures up a mix of emotions and can be a scary thought– especially in business. Being committed to something means you’re choosing not to be committed to something else – sounds simple, right? In essence, you’re pledging or engaging in a relationship to ...
Views: 1294(2 votes) - Online Marketplace Traces Significant Growth of Women Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2013 from Keshav DussalIn present scenario businesses have realized the importance of online marketplace. It plays significant role in promoting business products and services at global level that too at low price. As per recent research over use of online marketplaces it was discovered that more than 1.1 million ...
Views: 1293 - Get a Real Job...Did I hear you right? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2009 from Tricia DyckaThere seems to be a consistent theme running about. Entrepreneurs especially women are lacking the support from those closest to them. Being told to “Get a Real Job”or “Stop Playing at Business” “Who do YOU think You Are?” or even worse the silent treatment. I am wondering at this point what ...
Views: 1292(7 votes) - Do Not Hold Back - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonWhat happens when we hold back? I know for me, I feel like I have not given my full effort. It may be a project I am working on, it may be making dinner or it may be my contribution in an office meeting. I know for the office environment, particularly in meetings, I may hold back out of ...
Views: 1291 - The Key To Designing a Signature Program that Sells - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2016 from ling wongThere's ONE word to keep in mind, if you want to design a signature offer or program that your potential clients can't wait to purchase from you. If your offer is not ______________ to the people you are marketing to, they won’t care no matter how awesome your service is. If your offer is not ...
Views: 1290 - Scholarships for Women - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2010 from Scholarships For WomenApply for scholarship today to get the status you deserve Every woman wishes for higher paying career along with better advancement opportunity. The trick is to strike a balance between work, family and education. Education often gets neglected when there are many other responsibilities to take ...
Views: 1289(4 votes) - Engaging Employees Begins with an Engaged Leader - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2012 from Valencia RayEmployee engagement evolves organically from a leader’s engaging behavior and an engaging organizational culture. It is really not a “formula.” It boils down to leading and creating organizational culture in ways that stimulate trust, show interest in the individual’s wellbeing, and stimulate ...
Views: 1288(1 vote) - Working Moms: Combat Stress With Your Stress-Busting TREE! - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Jenny FlintoftYour TREE consists of 4 things: Talking Relaxing Exercising Eating well Talking "A problem shared is a problem halved". You don't need to do this alone. Whether it's with your partner, a family member, a trusted friend, a work counsellor or a member of a supportive online community, one ...
Views: 1288 - Coping with doubt when you're building your business - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2012 from Liz UramThis is especially for women solo professionals and may be suffering from doubt and insecurity about their worth and ability to succeed. By definition a solo professional is someone who is alone in their business and that can be an unsettling place to be especially if you’re starting out. As I ...
Views: 1287 - 3 Simple Steps to Boost Your Authentic Business Success - by Submitted on May 27, 2013 from Olivia LobellThis week I want to share with you 3 simple steps to boost your authentic business success. Let’s be honest here. It doesn’t matter which stage of your business building blocks you’re currently in, you can be either a start-up solo-entrepreneur or a more advanced authentic business owner ...
Views: 1285 - Cold Coffee and Three Ingredients to Foolproof Sales - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2014 from Joy ChudacoffWhen I travel, the first thing I do when I reach my destination is scope out the coffee situation. I’m an early morning gal and I enjoy a hot cup of strong black coffee when I wake up to greet the day. When we arrived in Park City for our family vacation, I noticed the coffee pot in the kitchen ...
Views: 1285(3 votes) - The Soul Train to Success - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Schelli WhitehouseSmall business owners and solo-preneurs often find themselves riding the Feast or Famine Roller Coaster. If you have been on this roller coaster yourself and would like to experience another ride in the Entrepreneurial Amusement Park, then I might suggest taking a ride on the Soul Train to ...
Views: 1285(1 vote) - Empowering Successful Women to Develop Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2012 from Gilda BonannoTwo of my current presentation skills coaching clients struggle with self-confidence. They are both talented, smart, successful professional women. One has a Ph.D. in Engineering and over 20 years of experience in the electronics industry and the other is a CEO of a highly successful company. ...
Views: 1283(2 votes) - The Top 3 Early Warning Signs of Eroding Profits - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2013 from Donna Marie ThompsonFor small businesses, profits never take a back seat, and watching out for changes in your profit stream before they happen is the key to a long and vibrant life for your company. It can be easy to miss the signs though, in the day-to-day race to find and maintain customers and clients, fulfill ...
Views: 1283(5 votes) - 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: 1282(2 votes) - Options available in wedding rings - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from sangeeta sharmaThere are various grades of diamonds keeping in mind our affordability and ability to buy it for our dear ones or for us to grace ourselves. Loose diamonds are one such variety of diamond which suits the budget of individuals who might not have deep pockets to buy the highest quality diamonds. ...
Views: 1279(2 votes) - An Effective (no brainer) List Building Tool - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from Joy ChudacoffDo you know what one of the most effective list building tools might be? Your email signature line. The area where you can add your name and other details below email messages is valuable marketing real estate that you can use to create awareness about your business and attract potential ...
Views: 1279(2 votes) - The Foundation of Time Management: What’s Your WHY? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Marcy StahlHere’s the conundrum: You can do anything you want, you just can’t do EVERYTHING you want. Which means you need to make choices about what is most important to you. We’re making these choices all the time, often without thinking consciously about it. When I’m in my unconscious mode, I sit ...
Views: 1278(1 vote) - Leveraging Your Amazing YOU into Your Business - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Vanessa CodorniuThis question keeps popping up so I just had to write about it! Danielle LaPorte’s (http://www.daniellelaporte.com/) Spark Kit asks: "What do you think your form of genius is?" "What are you amazing at?" Many respond: “my courage, my kindness, my caring, my personality, my sense of ...
Views: 1275(1 vote) - Are You Hiding From Success? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffLast week, I had the good fortune to speak to an amazing group of smart women at the Success Summit and Expo here in Los Angeles. As a speaker, you hope to present an idea or concept that will provide value to a group, although you never really know until you actually see how the audience reacts ...
Views: 1274(3 votes) - How to Get Back in the Zone: Ten Strategies for Improved Clarity and Focus - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2012 from Marcy StahlIf you’re in a party plan business, imagine your favorite party. Remember as many details you can: your hostess, the guests, when it happened, maybe even what you were wearing. Now focus in on how you felt. Most likely you felt great! You were probably laughing and having a good time with a ...
Views: 1274 - Just What Is a Turnkey Business Package - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Cindy HartmanAre you one of the many people wanting to start your own business, but concern over the economy has encouraged you to hold off for a while? If so, consider a turnkey business package to assist you. So, exactly what is a turnkey business package? First, let's discuss what it is not. Similar to ...
Views: 1271 - Virtual Assistant’s are a great resource for WAHM’s - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Grainne FoleyAs a working mum of two very young (10 months and 23 months) children, I understand how hard it can be to manage everything and yes, we do try to do everything. However as business owners, it simply isn’t possible to manage everything in our business, be there for our family and have that much ...
Views: 1271 - Collaborative Leadership: Are You a Mindful Leader? - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2012 from Valencia RayMindful leadership is an idea whose time is here… now. Now is the present moment, and unless you can be self-aware enough to listen to what is present to you, here, now, you are not showing up as a mindful leader. Mindfulness takes practice, particularly in our hyperactive culture, which is full ...
Views: 1270(1 vote) - 3 Top Tools to Use for Your Presentations - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2015 from Lisa SasevichToday I’m going to give you a taste of the secret sauce of our Speak-to-Sell Formula, and that is seeding. Like the best sauces, seeding is evenly spread throughout our formula, and, when it comes to speaking and/or selling, it’s one of the things that sets our formula apart from anything ...
Views: 1269 - 5 Simple Tips to Help Smart Women Get Unstuck and Take Inspired Action - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffHave you ever felt "stuck" when it comes to making decisions or stalled on a project that needs to move forward? It's an unsettling feeling that can prevent you from realizing your big ideas, dreams and goals. I'm working on my first book for Smart Women and recently, I've been feeling stuck on ...
Views: 1269(3 votes) - Turning Someday Into Payday - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2013 from MaryEllen TribbyWhile working with and studying entrepreneurial legends including but not limited to, Steve Jobs, Richard Branson, Steve Forbes, Michael Masterson, Bill Bonner and Marty Edelston for nearly 25 years I have concluded there are three main reasons people start their own businesses. They are: 1. ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - What does your image say about your career and personal success? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Scarlett De BeaseDo you have a good presence? What does your image say about your career and personal success? There is more to having the right image for personal and business success than just wearing a great fitting pair of pants or handing out an impressive business card. Although you should never ...
Views: 1267(2 votes) - The Entitlement Trap - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Teri GoetzFirst, let's get the definitions out of the way: Entitlement: the fact of having a right to something or, belief that one is deserving or entitled to certain privileges. Deservedness: something rightfully earned because of something done or qualities show; merited. I have a Facebook page ...
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