We have all heard the statement “If you give you will get back” and sometimes that is appended with “in spades”. It starts in grade school with the teaching of ‘The Golden Rule’ (do onto others as you would have them do unto you). There are several businesses that base their foundation on this idea, […]
Month: September 2011
Your Power Over the Outcome
Answer this question: What power do I have to determine the outcome of an event that has not happened? You might come up with several ideas, many that would be conditional on what you know about the details of the event. Now answer this question: What power do I have to determine the outcome of […]
The Importance of Writing in Business: 3 Tips to Creating Great Content
Many people may think, “I’m not a writer so I’m not going to write articles and blogs.” Fine, but if you think you are not writing for your business then you are wrong. Communication via the written word is going to be a very big component in the success or failure of your business, so you […]
What Value Does Your Client Perceive?
Your marketing should resonate with your clients in a way that creates a perceived value. The key is to create a value that is the same as or greater than what your clients perceive the product or service is worth. So how do you do this? You need to know who your clients are and […]
5 Important Business Skills You can Learn from Animals
It is surprising to me where we can learn our lessons around how to behave, build, and interact in life. I want to draw an analogy between the way animals live their lives and how business is run and I think you will appreciate the parallels between their success and yours as a business owner. […]
What is the Importance of a Great First Impression?
Chances are you have been told many times in your life it is important to make a good first impression. We have been told by our mothers to dress appropriately, brush our hair, smile, sit up straight, etc. to give that good impression. What truly is the importance of giving and leaving a good impression, […]
What are You Doing to Become More Omni-Present?
Whether you are a sole proprietor or you run a larger corporation, you need to be known so that your company can be known. It is your responsibility to get your name and expertise out to your potential clients. If you think this would not work for you, look at these two extremely successful businesses […]