On a recent trip visiting my parents, I learned some interesting things about my grandmother. There were a couple of ways my grandmother made extra money. One of those ways was using her talent as a seamstress. Every one loved her work. People would have her make them all types of garments. I vividly remember my grandmother’s house. I often wondered why she didn’t buy … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Manage Virtual Employees
As you look to grow your business, you may decide it's time to bring others on board. When you hire employees there are several questions you need to consider. First, do you have office space to handle your staff? Second, will you have a dress code? Third, what will their hours be? When you decide to hire virtual employees none of these concerns apply to you. Your … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Build Website Credibility
At a networking event, I met a woman who said she was spending thousands of dollars a month on her website and she wasn’t getting the results she desired. Her eyes welled up with tears because she couldn’t figure out what she was doing wrong. My heart went out to her because she was where I was over five years ago. I was familiar with the frustration and overwhelm that you … [Read more...]
Making The Right First Impression
The room sounded like a loud roar. Everyone was anxiously waiting for the first presentation of the day. What new information would they be hearing? How would they be able to apply it? The chairperson walked up to the podium and the room went silent. As she introduced the presenter everyone watched as the speaker, dressed in shorts and flip-flops walked on the … [Read more...]
What do Free Samples Have to do with Your Business?
You carefully prepare your grocery list. You've got everything written down and your budget is set. As you walk into the store you are on a mission. Then you are greeted by someone offering you a free sample of flavored coffee. It not only smells good but tastes good and now you are hooked! You have to add that to your list. You walk to another aisle and another smiling … [Read more...]
What is Bossy?
A couple of weeks ago, I attended a networking luncheon titled, “I’m not bossy. I’m the boss.” Each panelist talked about the challenges they have had to overcome as women by being called “bossy.” As I sat there, it made me think about the way we perceive things. You can think negatively about any phrase or you can turn it around and become more powerful because of … [Read more...]
6 Traits Of A Successful Salesperson
Have you ever met someone that you thought was born to be a salesperson? You might longingly look at that person wishing you had that gift. It might look like being a born sales person is what it takes, but becoming a really good salesperson is a skill that anyone can achieve. You just need to be motivated and have the right direction. Many times we think of sales in a … [Read more...]
10 Reasons To Build An Email List
Have you ever been to a website and thought, Great content! I’ll sign up for their emails? The problem, they have no place to sign up. Perhaps they thought an email list wasn’t important. That’s what one business owner told me at a networking luncheon. Proudly, she told me about the thousands of visitors she gets to her site. When I asked what her opt-in offer was she … [Read more...]
7 Elements Your Business Card Should Have
What I enjoy most about networking events is the insights I gain. As people hand you their business card you can find out a lot about them. It’s not only what’s printed on their card but the quality of the card. The other day at a networking event I was handed a business card full of information. I think the person thought their business card was a brochure. It made me … [Read more...]
What Your Business Card Says About You
What does your business card say about you? We all want to make a great first impression. From the way we present ourselves to the business “equipment” that we carry. Within your toolbox you have “equipment” that enables you to effectively network, communicate your message, and accomplish your goals. Your business card is part of your toolbox of “equipment”. How do … [Read more...]