Coaching
If You Chase Two Rabbits, You Will Not Catch Either One: Focus on One Goal at a Time
Focus on one goal at a time. This one paradigm shift changed my life in so many good ways. The Russian proverb “If you chase two rabbits, you will not catch either one” teaches us that trying to achieve two things at once will be unfruitful. If you’re anything like me, you might be picturing…
Read MoreWhy You Won’t See Me At A Protest: Other Ways To Make a Positive Impact
Even though I abhor racism and discrimination of any kind, you won’t see me at a protest, and you won’t see me fighting with people on social media. But I will make a positive impact. The World Is In A State Of Change We have seen great conflict and unrest in the world this year.…
Read MoreEverything We’ve Been Taught About Problem Solving Is Wrong
Over the past few years I’ve been experimenting with a new technique for problem solving. I’ve taken my attention away from the problem instead of focusing on it. I’ve forced myself to think about other things that feel good easily to me. I’ve disciplined myself to focus only on the things that make me feel good.…
Read MoreDo What You Feel Like Doing for Better Business Success
Most of the time, I write my weekly coaching tips email on Friday and schedule it for early Monday morning, but last week, I didn’t feel like it—so I didn’t! No, I am not losing my mind, I am (and have been for years) experimenting with a whole new way of living my life and business.…
Read MoreSurvival Of The Fittest Businesses
You may have noticed that some business owners are full of anger, resentment, fear, and unrest right now. I do feel empathy and compassion for them, but the truth is that they are not preparing for survival of the fittest. They are not preparing for a great year of business. They are not getting ready…
Read MoreWhat Works and What Hurts During COVID-19
It is important to recognize what works and what hurts during COVID-19. I’ve been watching myself and thousands of other business owners over the last month as we became enveloped by COVID-19. And if I’m being honest, and you know I always am, it wasn’t always pretty, especially when I examined the way I’ve been…
Read MoreHow to Find Your Opportunities in a Downturn
The world (especially for business owners) has seemed crazy lately. I know it’s been hard. I am an owner of two businesses, and one of them is a business coaching businesses! I know it seems like a challenge to find opportunities in a downturn. What I’m trying to say is, I know the money is…
Read MoreStop Selling Yourself Short and Selling Your Business Short: Do It This Way
Have you ever thought to yourself, “Yeah, I’ve tried that, “as you heard someone suggesting something? I’m sure you have—we all have! It’s normal to brush off potentially amazing ideas because we think we have “tried that.” But you need to stop selling yourself short! The problem here is, unless you have really tried it…
Read MoreCoronavirus: Be a TRUE LEADER When it Matters Most
NOW is the time the world needs you to be a true leader. If you’re reading this blog, I know that to your core, you are a true leader. I also know you may be scared about this pandemic and how it will affect your loved ones, your business, and your life; I have definitely…
Read MoreHow To Lose Fewer Customers In One Word: Feedback
I will start today with a disclaimer because I am absolutely NOT perfect. However, I am WILLING to be better, and often times that involves asking for feedback. Feedback is the key when it comes to how to lose fewer customers. Here’s a video on the importance of feedback: How To Lose Fewer Customers—Staff Feedback You…
Read More5 Reasons Your Marketing Fails — And How To Fix It
I’ve been there—you spend thousands of dollars on marketing or advertising and don’t really know if it’s working. You might be wondering, did your sales increase? Did your lead quality increase? Did you make any money or just spend more? It can be SO FRUSTRATING! Trust me, I know. For your entertainment, here are eight…
Read MoreMore Profit, More Freedom
Are you working too much in your business? Do you feel like you’re the only one you can rely on? Would your business have to shut down if you got sick or passed away? Are you struggling to find ways to get more profit, more freedom? This is the opposite of what a healthy business…
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