Got Lots of Ideas? Here’s What To Do with Them”¦
Have you ever said something like this to a friend: “Okay – I have this idea”¦ [You then spend a good three minutes explaining your idea – and you finish off by asking,] “”¦Is that a good idea? Or am I just, like, COMPLETELY freakin’ […]
How to Deal With Unexpected Conflict in your Business
Paula’s business is smack dab in the middle of a male-dominated industry building. Each person is responsible for his own business, but the group operates out of the same space. Paula is the only woman in the building. And you guessed it. The “good ol’ […]
How to Get Better Clients
Andy sighed.  He said, “It’s like every time I see a call with this person on my schedule, I just want to gouge my eyes out.” Andy was in the process of discovering a crucial business truth: No amount of money is worth taking on […]
Resolutions? Yawn! Here’s a Better Way to Start Your Year”¦
The regulars at the gym are already joking about it. “Have a good workout now,” they say. “Cuz next week, it’ll be lame in here.” That’s because all the folks who have – yet again – made their New Year’s Resolutions will show up. They’ll […]
Why Your Launch Bombed
One thing’s for sure. If you have a product, the worst thing you can do is plunk it down on your website and hope your ideal client will be compelled to hit the “buy” button. If you’ve read anything about marketing in the last few […]
20 Ways to Squeeze Every Last Drop Out of Summer Before It Ends
There’s always a morning when it hits me. It’s usually mid-August. It’s usually hot. And the cicadas are singing like there’s no tomorrow. I wake up and realize, “Ohmigod! Summer’s almost over!” The great thing about being an entrepreneur is that you have the freedom […]
The Purpose-Driven Business: 5 Simple Truths about Making Money from Your Calling
Do you ever hear a deeper calling to step out and make an impact in this world? Have you created your own business because you know you want to make a difference? Are you living your life purpose in some way? If you answered YES to these questions, […]
An Open Letter to a Creative Entrepreneur and Her Business
To the Coolest Flower Designer in this City, I found out about you from my event planner. I host about 10 events each year in our city, and we use flowers on stage and in our meeting rooms and in our offices as well. We […]
Are You Wasting Time on Lack-tions?
One day, many years ago, I was driving from St. Louis to Kansas City. I had a performance that night. I was tired. My rental car didn’t have cruise control. And I was grumpy. Plus, my car needed gas. I checked out the gas prices […]
How to Get Testimonials that Get You Business
If you don’t feel comfortable selling yourself, then here’s some good news”¦ Client testimonials can effortlessly bring you more sales and more qualified prospects. That’s because your clients sell you better than you can. Client success stories create trust and prove your credibility. They speak […]