One of the hardest things we do in business for ourselves it to stay motivated and focused. There are so many things that distract us, like product development, new direction, markets, new ideas of how to build our business, networking, etc. . There are so many wonderful things we could add to our business, I’ve […]
Barb Stuhlemmer
Don’t Assume They Known: 3 Things to Help Them Help You
Do you ever wonder why people you have known for some time are not able to help you bring in new business? Maybe it is because they really don’t understand what you do or maybe it is because they don’t understand why you do it or what you need from them. Here are three tips […]
Why Don’t You Want More Clients?
Marketing your business to get more clients is an EVERY DAY part of your business. Here are a few things you could be doing EVERY DAY to get more clients.
What are you known for?
If you want others to know what you are good at and be known for that attribute then you will have to first start telling others what it is.
What Successful Entrepreneurs Know about Marketing
Build a bigger piece of your marketing plan around your best clients. Let them know what you are up to. Get testimonials. Ask for referrals. Be proactive to help them. Find out what they need and then give it to them.
How to Escape the Funk: A Positive Attitude Will Make You More Successful
We can all slip into these emotional quagmires, but what is important to note is that you don’t have to stay there. Acknowledge it, let it go, and then move on. Here are 5 points to help you stay positive.
Looking After Your Clients: 3 Tips to making their experience better
Don’t make your clients jump through hoops to continue to work with you. Make every project or purchase easier for them to stay then to switch to your competitor.
Accountability Partner – Why do You Want One?
To catalyze a change in your business you have to change the way you think about what you are doing. Accepting an outsider’s view, perspective, and suggestions can make that change happen quickly.
How to Weed Through Your Email: Which Ones Make you Money?
Activities in your business that generate new clients, purchases, and money are those in your sales and marketing programs. Connecting with prospects, sending information to clients for other products, inviting people to an event, these are the messages that interest people to purchase from you.
Focus on the email that must get out. This will help you to sell your projects and services. Check your other email in between so you can stay more productive
Accountability Partner – What value could this possibly hold for me?
If you are in business for yourself as a business owner, consultant, contractor, or on commission then you need an accountability partner. “What is that and why do I need it,” you may be asking.” Let’s have a closer look. What is an Accountability Partner? This person is in a partnership agreement with you to […]