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A Time for Gratitude; Be Thankful
This time of year, it’s always good to remember what you are thankful for in your life, both personally and professionally. We live in a crazy world flying through space at astronomical speeds. We’ve got a lot to be thankful for, and I wanted to share a few of my biggest areas of gratitude. I…
How to Use Your LinkedIn Account to Bring In Extra Money
Think LinkedIn is just for connections? Think again. The popular social network has many opportunities for monetization, especially for people who already have an established business or brand. If you haven’t tried any of these LinkedIn techniques, you may actually be leaving money on the table. It’s time to update your profile, flesh out your…
4 Hot Tips to Stay Focused in Your Business and Get Stuff Done!
There are a handful of skills and qualities that are essential for anyone looking to succeed in their business network. Patience, resilience, the ability to convert a sale, knowing when to and when not to speak can have a major impact on anyone’s business–but it doesn’t end there. If there’s one thing that truly separates…
Create New Revenue Sources to Ensure Cash Flow
Small businesses are urged to create new revenue sources, because multiple revenue sources ensure that there’s always cash flow. Like the old adage suggests, it’s never a good idea to put all your eggs in one basket. If the basket drops, your eggs are no more. If your industry trends shift, sales can suffer; if…
How To Charge What You’re Worth In Business!
How much should you get paid? When you’re an employee, it’s a relatively easy question to answer. Go online to a site like Glassdoor and look up median salaries in your field. Factor in geographical location, and you’ll quickly find out what you should earn. What about when you’re a freelancer or consultant with your…
Conquering Fear and Using It To Succeed
When you play chess, you can’t get stuck playing defense. If you spend every move blocking someone else from attacking you, you can stay on the board for a long time but you’ll never win. Playing defense in chess is like playing defense in business: you might be able to keep afloat for a year…
How To Motivate Your Team Creatively
Businesses have greater competition than ever before. And it’s crucial to stay one step ahead of this competition, so innovation is of utmost importance. Yet, so is sticking to your vision. Apple and Starbucks are perfect examples. They have clear branding and a promise that is conveyed to their customers in everything they do. And…
Business Apps That Make Life Easier
As a business owner and mentor, I am continually looking for great opportunities and innovative tools for myself and my clients. It is my smartphone that keeps me up to date on most of this information. I can use it anywhere to keep in contact with the office, help out with communications issues, access notes…
How To Enhance Your Brand AND Reduce Stress
Have you seen the documentary Happy? It’s available on Instant Netflix and explores what makes people around the world happy. Of course, this global perspective lends itself to showing the viewer the different ways in which people seek happiness and what is effective for them. It may sound a bit Buddhist, but simplicity is the…