Post and Video by Frances Cole Jones, contributing Women On Business writer As we head into the first of the holiday festivities, many of us feel a certain amount of…Well, let’s say “trepidation”…at the thought of sitting down next to Great Aunt Ida or second-cousin Bob and hearing their ideas about how we “should” be living our lives/how our politicians “should” be … [Read more...]
Archives for 2010
Those Who Can Speak Close More Sales
One of the very best speakers I've had the privilege to hear isn't necessarily someone you may have heard of. He doesn’t make his living earning speaking fees; in fact, he probably has never received a payment for speaking services. He speaks to get his message across and to facilitate sales for his company. He presents within his industry only, so—unless you're a … [Read more...]
Still holding on to “life’s leg warmers?” What would Jane Fonda say?
In an interview with Oprah Winfrey on October 27, 2010, Jane Fonda astutely said, “Wisdom is knowing what you don’t need anymore.” So how many pairs of “life’s leg warmers” are you holding on to since the 80s, 90s, last year, or yesterday? Do yourself a favor and start clearing out the clutter! Whether you are clearing out personal or professional clutter, they go … [Read more...]
Five Mistakes We Make at Networking Events
Whether you are a solo entrepreneur or small business owner or career professional, you probably spend a fair amount of your time at networking events to build your business. Here are some common mistakes we make at networking events: 1. We schmooze, but don’t make the necessary connection with people to get business. It’s great to meet new people, but effective … [Read more...]
Part 1 of the How to Establish a Financial Relationship with a Bank Video Series
The first video in Susan Spencer's (author of Briefcase Essentials) new video series for WomenOnBusiness.com, How to Establish a Financial Relationship with a Bank, is now available on the WomenOnBusiness.com YouTube channel. Check it out below and stay tuned for more videos in this series coming soon! … [Read more...]
“No idea” Means I Have One
Post and Video by Frances Cole Jones, contributing Women On Business writer While I can’t say for certain, I’m guessing you’ve all had the experience of asking someone a question about a person, situation, or problem, only to hear, “I have no idea,” accompanied by an evasive shrug. What I’ve realized-- as I’m sure you have, too-- is that, more often than not, “No idea” … [Read more...]
Leadership Development and Educating our Young
Think back to when you began your school years. Did you wake up eager and ready for the learning and relationship challenges that were there each day? Were you a social butterfly or more prone to stand on the sidelines? Were you an academic star or just muddled through? There is lots of conflicting research about what really matters in the process to educate children. It … [Read more...]
WHY WOMEN’S NATURAL SOFTER SKILLS ARE COMING TO THE FORE IN BUSINESS
Guest post by Paula White (learn more about Paula at the end of this post) There is a step-change in the way businesses are promoting themselves. Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin are seeing huge surges in registration, as businesses realise this is where they need to be to compete in today's market. So what are the main differences between standard marketing / advertising, and … [Read more...]
The Prodigal Daughters of Business
Guest post by Angel Liberte (learn more about Angel at the end of this post) It was back in 2008 that I found myself, at the age of 47—a published writer, former spokesperson for TV and radio, once well-known in my field—mopping up splattered spaghetti sauce from the kitchen floor and catching watermelon pop-ups, while two small children took their best shot at killing each … [Read more...]
4 Simple Steps to Creating a Dynamite Unique Selling Proposition for Your Business
Guest post by Elizabeth Southall (learn more about Elizabeth at the end of this post) What makes your business unique? And why should your customers buy from you instead of your competitors? In today’s point-and-click world of rapid fire technology, we have access to so much instant information at our fingertips. Online customers have more choices than ever and they’ve … [Read more...]