I was thrilled with the questions that Avil Beckford asked me when she interviewed me about my book , "Don't Bring It to Work". Avil’s blog, the Invisible Mentor is one of the best on the web. She has a keen ability to ask deep, probing questions that make you think and dive deep for the pearls in your life. As you read, ask yourself the same questions. It can help you gain a … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2010
Does Discounting Ever Work for your Business?
In some businesses, like tech startups selling a digital product, or companies with a low Cost of Goods Sold, it may make sense to offer a periodic discount like a "Buy One, Get One Free" or a "25% off on Saturday" type coupon. Discounting allows people who are current customers to get a little something extra, and potential new customers to visit, sign up, or … [Read more...]
Part 2 of the Cash Flow Video Series for Women on Business by Susan Spencer
The second video in Susan Spencer's exclusive Cash Flow series for the Women on Business audience is now available on the WomenOnBusiness.com YouTube channel. You can watch the video below and follow the link to view Part 1 if you missed it. About the WomenOnBusiness.com Cash Flow Video Series from Susan Spencer Susan Spencer is a business woman and author whose new book, … [Read more...]
Killing Your Competition with (Client) Kindness
Five Core Principles for Turning Clients and Prospects into Raving Fans Once upon a time customer service meant more than pressing 2 to wait (and wait and wait) for “the next available representative.” Companies valued those who bought their goods and services and went the proverbial extra mile to make them happy. Today we’re more likely to hear about a company that’s … [Read more...]
How Much of Your Identity is Based on Your Job?
When we lose our job, it can be devastating. Very often it means a dramatic change in income. Our daily routine suddenly changes, and we are left with a tremendous void. After all, most of our waking hours are spent at work. How do we fill the time? All this is true, but I think the loss of a job means more to us on a much deeper level. In my recent interview with … [Read more...]
Sunstates Security Receives National Certification as Women’s Business Enterprise
PRESS RELEASE Raleigh, N.C. – September 10, 2010 – Sunstates Security LLC, a business specializing in providing security services for businesses, industries and their employees, received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Greater Business Women’s Council, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council … [Read more...]
Susan Spencer Talks Cash Flow in 5-Part Women on Business Video Series
I'm very happy to announce the new WomenOnBusiness.com YouTube channel has been launched! The first video available on the new channel was created exclusively for the Women on Business audience by business woman and author Susan Spencer whose new book, Briefcase Essentials, is coming soon! In the first video in Susan's 5-part "Cash Flow" series, Susan speaks directly to … [Read more...]
Leadership and Helping Hands
It was a miserable day. Not the worst of my life, mind you, but high enough up there that I can remember every moment of the hurts and insults, courage and frustration that happened from morning to late in the afternoon. I was in an awful position. I was scheduled to teach about resilience and the importance of primary relationships at an all-day meeting for children and … [Read more...]
Using Your Unique Qualities
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women on Business writer In a recent blog, I talked about a double standard for women on television. Even serious "business" reporters appear to need glamour with lots of hair and make-up, while the men are immune. So you can imagine my frustration when I came upon an article on Forbes.com called "Flirting Your Way to the Corner … [Read more...]
Upgrading Performance Closes More Sales: Lessons learned from 14 year old hockey players
Performing at your highest level is difficult to do over and over again. It’s not your talent that fluctuates. You may alter and upgrade your game plan and knowledge level, but at the end of the day true high-level performance seems to be driven by something other than talent alone. I believe winning at the highest level, closing the biggest or the most sales, is based on … [Read more...]