BLITZ Business Success Blog

The ‘Give’ That Will Give Back

By Barb Stuhlemmer | September 28, 2011

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,…

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Your Power Over the Outcome

By Barb Stuhlemmer | September 27, 2011

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…

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The Importance of Writing in Business: 3 Tips to Creating Great Content

By Barb Stuhlemmer | September 19, 2011

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…

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What Value Does Your Client Perceive?

By Barb Stuhlemmer | September 13, 2011

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…

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5 Important Business Skills You can Learn from Animals

By Barb Stuhlemmer | September 7, 2011

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….

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What is the Importance of a Great First Impression?

By Barb Stuhlemmer | September 7, 2011

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,…

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What are You Doing to Become More Omni-Present?

By Barb Stuhlemmer | September 1, 2011

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…

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One More Word to Banish

By Barb Stuhlemmer | August 29, 2011

Recently I wrote a blog Words to Banish From Your Business Speak. One word I really wanted to mention but could not recall at the time of this post was ‘ANYONE!’ ANYONE is Too General In business you need to know what your company has as its expertise and then you have to focus on…

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Words to Banish From Your Business Speak

By Barb Stuhlemmer | August 11, 2011

There are a few words you should think about excluding from your conversations in business. By using the alternatives your clients will perceive you as the person or business that can really help them with their needs. Sell If you are using the word ‘SELL’ when defining your processes, scripts, language, and brand you will…

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Working from Home with Kids Around Equals More Support

By Barb Stuhlemmer | July 25, 2011

If you are like me you are working from home because you chose to be more available for your family. I have three kids, 13, 11, and 9 and now they are home for the summer. What a gift I have to actually be able to share their summer memories with them. We live in…

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