Social Media Summit East is coming to the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida on November 3-5, 2014. Women on Business readers can register now and get a special 25% discount. Dozens of Sessions Led by Recognized Experts You'll learn from Brian Solis, Pam Moore, Neil Patel, Heidi Richards Mooney, Patty Farmer, Sally Falkow, and more! Women on Business Founder and … [Read more...]
Increasing Board Effectiveness in Strategy and Risk Discussions
"How do we increase our board's effectiveness in strategy and risk discussions?" I am often asked to provide insights and ideas to this question. Here are a few ideas: 1. Identify Training Needs Conduct a review of the board’s risk management skills and relevant industry experience. If deficiencies exist, schedule industry or risk-management training. 2. Review Key … [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...]
Empowering and Inspiring Women in the Corporate World
Every time I miss a phone call, it can be stupefying when thoughts of guilt and apprehension hit me. It could be a client call I never knew of, or it could be my key employee planning a vacation that I am going to hate. Ultimately, it could just be an advertorial from the telecom service providers. Who cares? It is the fact that an important something has been missed that … [Read more...]
Working from Home – How to Maximize Your Productivity
Sponsored by Super A-Mart: It's becoming more common these days to work from home. We’re either bringing work home with us or running a home business. A cluttered environment can stifle your productivity. Maximizing your productivity when working from home can be possible by simply turning your chosen space into an area that gives you an incentive to work. You need to … [Read more...]
Virginia Ginsburg Joins the Women on Business Contributor Team
I am happy to announce that Virginia Ginsburg has joined the Women on Business team of contributors. Virginia is founder and chief consultant at Swell Strategies where she works side by side with her clients to get their businesses back on track through strategic planning, project management and executive coaching. She will undoubtedly share amazing content here on Women … [Read more...]
How to Identify and Develop Your Brand Personality for Small Business Success
Sponsored by Visa Business: Is your brand fun or serious? Is it friendly or professional? If your brand were a person, what type of person would it be? What is your brand personality? Every brand has a personality that positions it in consumers’ minds in the marketplace. Over time, your brand personality could become so distinct and so well known that it becomes a … [Read more...]