Tag Archives: businesswoman

Why Can’t I

March 10, 2011 – 6:00 am

I hate making mistakes as much as the next woman. But I have found that the result of trying so hard to avoid them can be complete immobility. So instead of being stuck in fear, doubt or indecision, it’s much better to take a chance and stretch your wings. If you falter a bit in […]

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Get Your Head Out of the Clouds

March 9, 2011 – 6:00 am

Tip of the Week – March 8, 2011 “Pie in the Sky” thinking will never lead to success. Leveraging your natural gifts will. It’s one thing to have a big vision of what you want your future to be, but there is a significant difference between far-reaching, but achievable goals, and fantasy. You can’t be […]

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Use Your Words and Just Say No

March 8, 2011 – 10:15 am

Last week I read a great post from Scott Ginsberg called, How to Keep Backbone Engaged.  It seems profoundly simple to just say “no,” and yet many women find that to be one of the most difficult words to say, even when it needs to be said. Why?! As I shared in the comments section, […]

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Question of the Week – Mar 7, 2011

March 7, 2011 – 12:00 pm

This week’s question is – As small business owners, we are all looking for ways to keep expenses at a minimum, while still maximizing productivity. What is your favorite online business tool for streamlining your operation, that gives you a huge bang for your buck? Why should I join the discussion? Because this online forum […]

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37 Tips to Turn Your Customers Into Fans

March 7, 2011 – 6:00 am

There is a lot of competition in every market, and you’ve got to do what you can do to stand head and shoulders above the crowd. One area where business owners surprisingly fall down on the job is in developing customer loyalty. Working with a customer should never be viewed as a one-transaction experience, but […]

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Why You Might Need to Avoid Your Chores

March 4, 2011 – 11:45 am

Last week I responded to a query sent out by Stephanie Calahan, President of Calahan Solutions, asking for best tips for successfully working from home. Don’t miss 19 great tips, including mine (#10 in the lineup) that explains why you should avoid chores like the plague. Did you really want to clean the bathroom anyway?

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Don’t Wait for Luck – Make it Happen!

March 3, 2011 – 6:00 am

When it comes to luck, I believe that it’s not something that you wait around on to land in your lap.  Sure there are those who waste spend money on lottery tickets, hoping that they will win big.  But the luckiest people I know are those who set themselves up to “win” big, and do. […]

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