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- Are You Stuck in a Financial and Emotional Rut?! - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI facilitated a workshop last week and I can conclude that this was the theme of the day – being financially and emotionally stuck, as an entrepreneur!” It never fails that when you get a group of solopreneurs into one room, everyone has the same thing on their mind – how do I find new clients ...
Views: 3420(3 votes) - Change Your Business in 30 Days – I Dare You! - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Pat MussieuxMy friend, and new coach, Suzanne Evans sent an ezine before Christmas with a very compelling title: “Gas, Groceries or Coaching?” I have no doubt she got a lot of feedback on that title/content because, just on her Facebook page alone, I saw a lot of comments. David Neagle and I both ...
Views: 1362 - A Surefire Way To Succeed – Get Past Your Fears! - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Pat MussieuxWhy in the world do so many brilliant, capable, educated women allow fear to hold them back? I totally understand the whole concept of fear – what I don’t understand is why we let it get in the way of living our dream life. I speak to a lot of women solopreneurs over the course of each and ...
Views: 2442 - You Must Eliminate Toxic People From Your Life! - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Pat MussieuxIt is heart-breaking to me when I see so many entrepreneurs with all the elements for success – yet, they allow some people around them to hold them back. "It's a lot easier to move forward, and succeed, when you don't have someone hanging on to your shirt-tail!" – Lou Tice Think about ...
Views: 1896 - A Critical Sales Tool - Testimonials - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI see many entrepreneurs overlook a critical tool when it comes to growing their business – client testimonials. When I work with women entrepreneurs, in particular, they are often hesitant to ask for this information. Think back to when you were making a buying decision! It’s just human ...
Views: 1508 - Be Your Own Hero! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2010 from Pat MussieuxThere are many kinds of heroes in life – war heroes, super heroes, emergency services professionals. Have you ever considered yourself in this category? If you are like most people, you have developed the habit of moving through your successes, and accomplishments, in life much too quickly! ...
Views: 1270 - How Well Do You Bounce? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Pat MussieuxLife can really suck some days. Have you ever felt that way? Is today the day? I have had my fair share of technological challenges these past few months and I decided to keep notes on just how well (or not!) I was coping with the situation. There are many times, both in business and in life, ...
Views: 1257 - To Dream the Impossible Dream…… - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2010 from Pat MussieuxThere are so many entrepreneurs who are living in the ‘ok’ zone. Many have accepted ‘status quo’ and are just existing, day after day, doing the same things and expecting different results. We are about to flip the calendar and begin a new year – isn’t it time you gave your thinking one big ...
Views: 1226 - 10 Things You Can Do To Grow Your Business Before Christmas! - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Pat MussieuxThis is an interesting time of year – a time of Thanksgiving and celebration and early preparations for Christmas, too. For many entrepreneurs, this can be a time of frustration and panic if, in fact, you have not reached your goals for the year. What to do? In my conversations with many ...
Views: 2116(3 votes) - It’s Not Personal – It’s Just Business! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from Pat MussieuxWhen you hear that statement, whose name comes to mind? It’s a famous “Donald-Trump-ism” and I use it a lot! I was listening, with great interest, last week (while at the incredible Trump International Beach Resort in Miami) to the words and descriptions that people were using when speaking ...
Views: 1836 - Business Lessons from a Dog’s Perspective! - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Pat MussieuxHave you ever heard of the ‘lone ranger’ syndrome? Many solo-preneurs experience this, particularly in the start-up phase. Building a business can be a lonely affair – if you let it. This past week, I had the opportunity to visit with friends and spend time with their 4 dogs. My first ...
Views: 1240 - Don’t Be a Victim – Take Charge of Your Life! - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Pat MussieuxIt’s really easy for many people to fall into the ‘victim mentality’ and I hear it a lot these days! Now, please realize that I am talking about things over which you have control – like birthday celebrations, weddings, the way you run your business and so on. “Most people are about as happy ...
Views: 1318 - Failure is Not Fatal! - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI know that, for many people, the number one fear in life is supposedly public speaking! In my opinion, right 'up there’ on the list, is the fear of failure! I hear this all the time and it drives me crazy. "Don’t be afraid to fail. Don’t waste energy trying to cover up failure. Learn from ...
Views: 1304(1 vote) - The Critical Need for Self-Care! - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Pat MussieuxAs women entrepreneurs, I know that we give our 'all' to our business! I do that – and I know I'm not alone. When I was going through my separation and divorce (and the many other 'life challenges' that happened at the same time), I was so fortunate to have one of the best doctors ever. Her ...
Views: 1146(1 vote) - 6 Ideas for Following Up With Your Clients! - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2010 from Pat MussieuxDo you have ANY idea how much money is sitting right in front of you – right under your nose?" What I am talking about is communicating and connecting with your current clients. "The big shots are only the little shots who keep shooting". - Christopher Morley There are a few basic, and ...
Views: 3599 - What Is Your Next Chapter? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Pat MussieuxWe're never too young, or too old, to learn. In this day and age of technology, we have so many choices and access to so much information. The question I often ask myself is: "Are you really living your life?" "Somehow we learn who we really are and then live with that decision." - Eleanore ...
Views: 1956 - Are You Living Your Life Purpose? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI’m sure you’ve heard the question many times and perhaps you are still pondering the answer! I am often asked by women “how do I figure out my purpose?” Is there a process? Is there a formula? Am I supposed to just know what ’it’ is? And how can I make money at it? “Every individual has a ...
Views: 1447 - What Are You Reading? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI’m sure you’ve heard the commercial: “What’s in your wallet?” My question to you, today, is what’s on your bookshelf? I love to read and I have many, many books. In fact, my promise to myself this year was to actually read each of the books I do have before buying any new ones. “Reading ...
Views: 1321(2 votes) - The No. 1 Fear in Life! - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2010 from Pat MussieuxThe #1 fear in life is public speaking – even before death! We are more afraid of public speaking than dying – can you believe that? I believe it is all about perspective. We all know how to talk and most of us are passionate about something. For those of us in business, ideally we are living ...
Views: 2545 - When Is The Last Time You Had Fun? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Pat MussieuxHow many times, lately, have you told yourself, "I’m just having TOO much fun!"??? I don’t hear this often enough from women – in fact, many of us don’t even make the time for fun in our lives. We are much too serious! Our schedules are full. Business has taken over our lives. I have been ...
Views: 1547(2 votes) - One Thing You Must Do to Survive! - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Pat MussieuxDo you remember a time when life included elements of play? For many of us, that is a very faint memory – you’re going to have to travel back to a time when you were younger to look for clues about how to resume this life-saving past-time. My brother often asks his little 4-year old, at the ...
Views: 1622(4 votes) - The Six Words That Set Me Up For Success! - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Pat MussieuxAs many of you know by now, I am a strong believer in the power of words. “Watch your thoughts, for they become words. Watch your words, for they become actions. Watch your actions, for they become habits. Watch your habits, for they become character. Watch your character, for it becomes ...
Views: 3832(1 vote) - What's Too Good For You? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Pat MussieuxHow would you answer that question? I have reflected on this quite a bit over the past year as I have made huge investments in my business. I have also reflected on this question, personally, as I have made major changes in my own life. What is too good for me? Now? Nothing! A few years ...
Views: 1069 - Three Questions That Can Change Your Life! - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Pat MussieuxMy friend Kate and I were discussing milestones in life and, in particular, some of the questions we ask ourselves when we hit a certain age. Do you remember the movie, "The Wizard of Oz"? Remember the tin man, the lion and the scarecrow and their journey down the yellow brick road, with ...
Views: 2235(1 vote) - 7 Steps to Reduce Worry! - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2010 from Pat MussieuxWhile sitting in church on Sunday, our pastor was talking about the feeling of being overwhelmed. One of his statements was 'never worry alone'. That really jumped out at me, for a number of reasons. "Worry is negative goal-setting" says my mentor, Lou Tice. Think about that for a minute – it ...
Views: 1809 - Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones – But Words Will Never Hurt Me! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxDo you remember this little chant from our earlier days? I can remember, so very well, a lot of the teasing that I took as a young child. I had reddish hair, a ton of freckles – I was shorter than most people, everywhere (it seemed). I can also remember how the teasing hurt. How we feel about ...
Views: 1444(2 votes) - Who Are You and What Do You Do? - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2010 from Pat MussieuxAs I was 'out and about' these past few weeks, visiting different networking groups in the local area, the first question that is typically asked is "Who are you and what do you do?" Now, that question can evoke a ton of emotion within us. For many women in business, and in life in general, ...
Views: 1203(8 votes) - You Just Never Know! - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxMy Gratitude Journal, for the past week, is overflowing. I am so blessed, and grateful, to be doing the work that I truly love. As an entrepreneur, however, there are those moments and those times when I sit back and wonder......am I really making a difference? Does my work really ...
Views: 1153(5 votes) - I'm Every Woman! - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxThis week, we celebrated International Woman's Day – not something I take lightly. I honor, respect and celebrate the women who have 'walked before me' – without whom I would not be living this life of freedom and opportunity. This past weekend, I spoke at the Amazing Woman's Day event in ...
Views: 1376(5 votes) - Setting Goals – How to Get Started! - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat Mussieux"I really admire those Olympic athletes, but I could never do anything like that!" These are some of the comments I've heard over the past few weeks from people with whom I have been discussing the Olympic games. Typically, you would not find me in front of a TV for hours, let alone watching ...
Views: 1145(2 votes) - Heroes Who Instill Confidence and Courage! - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI continue to enjoy watching the Olympic games on TV – winter sports are a favorite of mine. Not only do I get much personal pleasure watching the x-country skiing, the figure skating and the snow-boarding, to name a few of the sports, but I really love listening to the athletes as they are ...
Views: 1217 - Go for the Gold – Habits to Build Your Confidence and Courage! - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI am so very proud to call myself a Canadian this week as we host the Olympic Games in Vancouver. I was spell-bound as I watched the Opening Ceremonies and jumped out of my chair with great joy when Alexandre Bilodeau won the first Gold medal for Canada! "If you only care enough for a result, ...
Views: 1437(5 votes) - "There's Support in Numbers!" - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat Mussieux"There's Support in Numbers!" I'm serious about my living my best life and I am serious about being successful in business. What about you? I am in Florida for a whole week of meetings with my business coach and master mind group. This has been a huge investment for me – and one of the best ...
Views: 1619(1 vote) - "There can't be a crisis next week – my schedule is already full!" - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI had a meeting with a client last week and the discussion centered around how busy we all are. We had a lengthy chat about some strategies for taking control of each day. Here's a note I got from her over the weekend: "Just thinking of you! Detoxing my office!!!! Big Time. Amazing how in ...
Views: 1791(4 votes) - Steps to happiness --"Living Life Without Regrets?!" - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI developed a mini-project for myself this past week and that was to listen carefully to what people were saying. It was interesting to me that a theme developed – and it was one of regret. Now, the other interesting 'coincidence' (and I don't believe there is such a thing) is that, at church ...
Views: 1782 - Steps to happiness --"As Long as You Live, Keep Learning How to Live!!" - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxThe tragedy in Haiti has many of us thinking, once again, about how precious life is – each and every day. As I write this article, on Monday, rescuers are still finding survivors of this horrible event. These people have a strong will to live! What about you? Are you going through life, taking ...
Views: 1370 - You Get What You Expect! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from Pat MussieuxHere we are, at the end of November 2009 already! Time flies! It seems like only yesterday that there was so much 'to do' about the new millennium and here we are, facing 2010 already! I used to set goals for the year but now, as I age (gracefully), I find that I am setting goals for the next ...
Views: 1516(6 votes) - It 's Not About Knowing the Information - It's About Personally Applying the Information! - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Pat MussieuxI have been on the 'speaking circuit' a fair bit over the past few weeks and have met hundreds of really special people. I am grateful for the invitations to share my information as I know that it really does make a difference in the lives of these people. However, sometimes I hear comments ...
Views: 1214(5 votes) - It Sounds So Easy, But Where Do I Start? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Pat MussieuxThere is no passion to be found... in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living. ~ Nelson Mandela I was just on a phone call with a very close friend and we were discussing the content of my articles over the past few months. The title of this article is actually ...
Views: 1483(9 votes) - Want to Live an Authentic Life? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Pat Mussieux"DO you want to live an authentic life?" What would it take? What changes do you need to make? It all begins with the way we think. "If you keep doing what you're doing, you'll keep getting what you're getting." You've got to change something for something to change. If you sincerely feel that ...
Views: 1400(8 votes) - Happiness and Continuous Learning - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Pat MussieuxAccording to Henry Ford, the founder of Ford Motor Company, "Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. Anyone who keeps learning stays young." At a recent event that I spoke at, sitting up front and center, was Florence - a lady who introduced herself to me, telling me that she ...
Views: 1655(4 votes) - What Mask Are You Wearing? How to Become Your Authentic Self! - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Pat MussieuxWho are you? What do you do? These are common questions as we go about our daily lives. These are very difficult questions for many people who are currently unemployed, newly retired, 'stay at home' Moms, and so on. In today's society, we place so much value on what we do - our label, if you ...
Views: 2014(7 votes) - Take Time to Reflect - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Pat MussieuxHere in Canada, we just celebrated our Thanksgiving holiday. Thanksgiving is a special time for me, personally. It's a time of reflection and, often, for me, a time of change. I love the change of seasons, the magical colors of the trees, the crisp Mac apples (my favorite!), walking through the ...
Views: 1994(3 votes) - Put Your Life on a 'want-to, Choose-to, Like-it, Love-it Basis! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxAre you going through life feeling stressed and pressured for time? Are you really happy with the choices you have been making with respect to how you spend your time, where you spend your time and with whom? There really are only 2 "have-to's" in life: You have to die and you have to take up ...
Views: 1350(2 votes) - You Must Eliminate Toxic People From Your Life! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxDo you remember your mother telling you "birds of a feather, flock together!"? She was right! "Research confirms - and quantifies - it. Your chances of becoming happy increase by at least 15 percent if someone in your immediate social circle is happy." - Dr. Mehmet Oz You know that you are ...
Views: 2132(2 votes) - Don't Just Say "Someday I'm Going To" - Write Your Goals Down! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxHave you ever said to yourself, "Someday, I'm going to..."? Three years ago, I moved to London, Ontario from Edmonton, Alberta. If you check the map, you will see that I am now living in the southern part of the country, compared to Edmonton. It is so gorgeous here, that it feels a bit like ...
Views: 1364(10 votes) - When Was the Last Time You Experienced Joy in Your Life? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxI heard Fitness Guru, Bob Greene, ask Oprah that question one day (a few years ago). I stopped to think about how I would answer the question. At the time, I didn't have an answer! That made me feel very sad and I vowed, in that moment, that I would make some changes and begin to add, and ...
Views: 1332(3 votes) - Get Back on Track With Your Goals. - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxTo get things back on track, ask yourself the question: "What's one thing I want to have happen in my life right now that's not happening?" What spoke (on the Balance Wheel) does it apply to? Use that particular spoke, and begin by identifying 3 goals that you can accomplish to help bring some ...
Views: 1374(2 votes) - Know What You Want! - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxIt all has to match if you want to live a happy life! In my experience as a workshop facilitator, speaker and coach, over the past 25 years, this is the question that gets me the most blank stares from people! Geez, most of us don't even know what we want for supper tonight, let alone what we ...
Views: 1202(2 votes) - Have you Given Up on Your Dreams? - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Pat MussieuxHow do we make our dreams become reality? What do I do next? In my many conversations on this topic lately, I have been reminded that I 'assume' people know this information. I have been working with these techniques and processes for over 20 years and it has all become second nature to me. I ...
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