August 17, 2011 – 8:00 am
Performance Tip of the Week
Most of what you do in business is a reflection of how you think about yourself. From your marketing messages to your interactions with customers, it’s important to regularly self-check and examine what you are conveying through your words and actions.
Worrying about pleasing the whole world is a waste of good effort. It’s vital to isolate the focus of your time, energy and resources to doing what it takes to reflect your best for the niche you long to serve.
What does it mean to REFLECT YOUR BEST? Continue reading →
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August 15, 2011 – 11:00 am
This week’s question is –
Biggest Risk – Best Payoff
Taking calculated risk is a large part of starting and growing a business, and it comes in many different shapes and sizes. If you are the type of person who cringes at the thought of taking chances, entrepreneurship will push you to stretch your wings from time to time. This week we’d love to hear your best story.
What is the SINGLE BIGGEST RISK you’ve taken in your business, and how did it really PAY OFF in a BIG WAY?
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August 15, 2011 – 5:00 am
Burning the candle at both ends consistently leaves you with only enough energy to operate at 50% or less.
The best way to prepare to perform at peak levels when it counts is to take time off on a regular basis to rest, refresh and renew your mind, body and spirit. This is what I like to refer to as “ME time.”
What is “ME Time”?
The way I like to define it for my clients is simply a period of time during which you relax by doing something you enjoy. If it meets these three criteria, you are successfully engaging in “ME Time.” The key is finding what works for you.
Last week we wanted to know how you are finding creative ways to carve out time from your busy entrepreneurial schedule and asked –
What is YOUR SINGLE BEST personal, and creative example of “ME time” that you use regularly, which allows you to completely step away from your business and recharge?
The exciting news is that we did get some very creative and motivating strategies, and some pretty wild ones too.
To see what suites your fancy, read on…
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August 11, 2011 – 5:00 am
In an effort to always bring you the latest and greatest information, I am happy to present another installment of our Advisory of Women Entrepreneurs Spotlight on Success interview series.
We designed this series to, not only showcase our community of amazing women entrepreneurs, but to also share their best tips, strategies and insights for wanna-be and established women entrepreneurs. Our mission for this community is to bring an incredible group of women together to inspire, motivate, and support women in business by networking, collaborating, and, in the case of this spotlight series, showing you why they shine so brightly!
This week I am happy to share my wonderful interview with Nora Whalen, President and Founder of The Institute for Beautiful Business.
In our interview, Nora graciously shares…
- The top strategies she uses to stay laser-focused
- The number one decision she made for herself and her business that helped her get very clear on her priorities
- How you can take a free quiz to see how you are faring in your business
- Her new book, the upcoming launch of her group coaching program called The Brave Entrepreneur, and so much more!
Please pardon the technical difficulties that sometime arise with Skype. We pushed through to capture the amazing tips Nora had to share. So even if the video isn’t the best, the content is outstanding! Enjoy! Continue reading →
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August 10, 2011 – 1:15 am
Performance Tip of the Week
Are you spending the bulk of your time just trying to maintain the day to day operations of your business?
If yes, then you are playing the losing role of a Worker Bee, and are holding yourself back from achieving significant business growth or success.
The only way to truly leverage your potential is to step into the role of Queen Bee in your business. Sure, you are responsible for keeping your business running, but a significant portion of your time, energy and passion should be focused on the future of your business.
A challenge? Yes, when you are a one-woman show — but certainly not impossible.
Here are some tips you can use to transition yourself into a business Queen Bee – Continue reading →
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August 8, 2011 – 11:00 am
This week’s question is –
Creative Ideas for Getting the Most Out of “ME Time”
Burning the candle at both ends consistently leaves you with only enough energy to operate at 50% or less. The best way to prepare to perform at peak levels when it counts is to take time off on a regular basis to rest, refresh and renew your mind, body and spirit. This is what I like to refer to as “ME time.” This week we are looking for the creative ways you carve out time from your busy entrepreneurial schedule.
What is YOUR SINGLE BEST personal, and creative example of “ME time” that you use regularly, which allows you to completely step away from your business and recharge?
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Starting your own business can be a real journey in faith. For most, you put yourself and your financial, emotional, and relationship future on the line.
Some entrepreneurs can weather the storm, and others cry “Uncle” and throw in the towel too soon. Last week we wanted to know what makes the difference, and asked –
In what way has starting your own business been a leap of faith, and where have you found the strength to take it?
The common thread that you will discover throughout these inspiring stories is one woven with perseverance and faith. The source of each entrepreneur’s strength varies from friends and family, to attitude and God. I have wanted to ask this question, as my own entrepreneurial journey has been, and continues to be a walk in faith every day.
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Strategies and Tactics for Women by Dr. Shannon Reece 