Post by Scarlett De Courcier, contributing Women On Business writer “...but then I tidied it, and now I can’t find it!” How many times has this refrain echoed through your household as you stand forlorn in front of your spotless working area, looking for that piece of paper you had last week? Do the merits of a tidy desk really outweigh the stress of not … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2009
Virtual Assisting – a Journey
Guest Post by Kathie M. Thomas (Learn more about Kathie at the end of this post) When I began my business at home almost 15 years ago, it was to escape the corporate world and rat-race and to be home for our five daughters. I was fed up with meeting after meeting after meeting and little time at my desk to get the real work done. I was also fed up with trying to shift my hours … [Read more...]
Plan for a Healthy Business Strategy – Even in the Down Times
Post by Tanya Maslach, contributing Women On Business writer Carl Jung wrote once that “Man needs difficulties; they are necessary for health.” Being that Jung was a psychiatrist, I presume he meant mental health. And I have to agree with the guy. Our problem, as humans, is that we really take our physical (and mental) health for granted. Remember the last time … [Read more...]
Women’s History Month
Post by Dr. Marsha Firestone, contributing Women On Business writer March is Women’s History month, a chance for us to look back on all the advancements women have made. Celebrating women’s history began in 1978, as “Women’s History Week.” There was a largely positive response, and as word spread, more and more people started recognizing this … [Read more...]
Leverage – One Of My Favorite Things About Network Marketing
Guest post by Linda Gracy (learn more about Linda at the end of this post) If you’ve read anything at all by Robert Kiyosaki, you probably are aware that “trading time for money” is the worst way in the world to make money. Yet 95% of Americans are doing exactly that. There are two main reasons trading time for money is the worst plan: There are only … [Read more...]
5 Practical Tips for Working Sick
Guest Post by Claudia L. Meydrech (Learn more about Claudia at the end of this post) Whether it's due to the economy, sincere dedication to the job, or pressure from the boss, sometimes it's hard to take time off when you're sick. Working when you're sick not only affects you, but those around you. I can't tell you how many times my dear hubby comes home from the … [Read more...]
Barbara Weaver Smith Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
I'm happy to announce that Barbara Weaver Smith, CEO of The Whale Hunters, is joining the Women On Business writing team. Barbara brings a diverse background with her, and I am excited to read the content she writes for the Women On Business audience. Please join me in welcoming Barbara to Women On Business. About Barbara Weaver Smith Barbara Weaver Smith is president … [Read more...]
Senior managers losing the trust race
Post by Allison O'Neill, contributing Women On Business writer Here is an article with statistics that prove (again!) that bosses are long overdue an overhaul! They really need to try something new – as their current approach is definitely not working. This article states that employees don't trust CEO's and senior managers. It's rather blatant statistics say that: … [Read more...]
Learn to Brag
Post by Bonnie Marcus, contributing Women On Business writer Sales has always been one of my passions. I have held many sales positions and delivered sales training programs. Sales Training programs are great. They help people know what to do during a sales call, how to talk about features and benefits, and how to close a sale, all of which are worthwhile. But none of the … [Read more...]
FAQs versus Elevator Speeches
Post by Frances Cole Jones, contributing Women On Business writer We’ve all heard how important it is to have an “elevator speech” about ourselves, our idea/product, or our business: a package of words that clearly and memorably conveys the essence of yourself, your firm, or your passion to “The CEO when you share a thirty second elevator ride.” What’s sometimes missed is … [Read more...]