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Five Assumptions That Are Costing Your Business Big Time
As business owners, we tend to have a LOT of numbers to look at. The number of leads coming in, the percentage of leads that convert, pricing, supply costs, tax, payroll, etc. The list goes on and on. The problems start when you make assumptions that you know certain numbers are “fine” or “good.” Usually,…
Read MoreHow Big is Your Opportunity With Lost Customers?
Many business owners come to me with the problem of lost customers, but they don’t often realize this problem also comes with a huge opportunity! Sell More to Existing Customers The problem they come to me with is a lack of sales. Now remembering that the easiest way to increase sales is to sell more…
Read MoreHow Can You TRULY Differentiate Yourself From Your Competitors?
Hi, you amazing business owner you! Do you truly differentiate yourself from your competitors? I’ve been asked this question so many times since our podcast/vodcast, I thought I’d do an email for everyone, and of course, share a couple of free resources with you to start the week. Question: How can you truly differentiate yourself…
Read MoreI Am Suffering From A Case Of Couchguiltitus… And It’s A Bad One
I’ve talked a lot lately about taking more breaks and avoiding burnout. But I had a little relapse last week and it was a doozy, because I’m struggling to relax without guilt! Warning Shots Across My Bow My week ended with me bursting into tears during a meeting (how embarrassing). I realized as I drove…
Read MoreSo many numbers, so little time. Which numbers should you be looking at in your business?
As a business owner, I know you sometimes feel bombarded with people, numbers, circumstances, or challenges. It can be difficult to know where to look, and what to prioritize… but it doesn’t have to be! As a business owner, coach, consultant and lifetime-student of business, I have experienced the same overwhelmedness. People, circumstances, and reports…
Read MoreHave You Ever Sent An Email That Was Misunderstood?
I know I’ve sent an email that was misunderstood. As a leader, it’s very important to clearly communicate with your team. Sometimes this involves talking to them in person, on the phone, or even sending a video! Texting/emailing is just not good in some cases! Sometimes (a lot of the time) people misunderstand your electronic…
Read MoreProactive Measures to Ensure Success in Business
Don’t wait until mid-month to find out if you hit your goals! Too many business owners are waiting until after the month (or even worse, the year) is over to check on their success. This is a huge mistake! Certain reports like your financial statements cannot be prepared until after the month is over, but…
Read MoreFeeling Unmotivated?
You may have noticed that this blog post was posted about a day later than usual…. and there’s a good reason for that (not an excuse, but a reason). I didn’t feel like it! I simply could not drum up the enthusiasm to write a Monday Morning blog post when I didn’t FEEL enthusiastic or…
Read More2 Business Partners, 2 Completely Different Perspectives
When I ask two business partners (in the same business) the same question, I almost always get two different answers. And one of them always has a more effective way of looking at things. I often email my clients and ask them “how are things going?” or “how is business this week?” or “how are the staff this…
Read MoreWhat One Thing Do You Need To STOP Or START Doing?
If you’re truly honest with yourself, you know that there is something you ARE doing or something you AREN’T doing, that is somehow holding you back – in life and in business. Because your business is such a reflection of YOU, this one thing is not only affecting you personally but professionally as well. It could be…
Read MoreFeedback…. Sometimes It’s Hard To Take, But It’s KEY To Your Success!
FEEDBACK…it doesn’t always feel good to hear it, but there is usually an opportunity for GREAT improvement if you take it in! This week I’m going to share two examples of great feedback-taking, and my rules for doing it right. I know they will serve you if you implement them. Example 1 – Me – “just…
Read MoreBreakthroughs In Business Are COMPLETELY In Your Control.
Please read this blog with all of the LOVE, RESPECT and ADMIRATION I am pouring into it. I care so much about your success, and I am so very passionate about you understanding this, the most important concept in leadership. Please read on, with an OPEN MIND, knowing that I CARE VERY MUCH ABOUT YOU…
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