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- Just Make a Damn Decision! - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Pat MussieuxI apologize for the strong language – not usually in my repertoire- but I really did want to get your attention. I am just so sick and tired of talking to people who don’t know how to make a decision! Aren’t you? So many people who call themselves entrepreneurs, who say they are serious ...
Views: 1436 - Keep Going To Keep Growing - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Pat Mussieux“It’s summertime – and the living is easy. Time to wind down for a few months since no one does any business in the summer.” – I hear that statement from so many women entrepreneurs – it makes me crazy! In the words of my coach, Suzanne Evans, ‘are you a hobby owner or are you a business ...
Views: 795 - Know Your People! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Pat MussieuxIt was so obvious – I didn’t fit in! I was in Baltimore to speak at a business conference. When I arrived at the Hilton, I had no idea what I had stepped in to. There were hundreds and hundreds of others at the front desk of the hotel – but it was clear they were not there for business. ...
Views: 808 - Leading in Tough Times! - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2014 from Pat MussieuxYou really had to be there. In Atlanta – where I was the day it felt like the world was coming to an end. Severe winter weather hit and the city came to a total standstill. From a Canadian’s perspective, it was no big deal. To the people of Atlanta, it was a living hell for at least 48 ...
Views: 1193 - Learning Can Be Fun! - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2013 from Pat Mussieux“Why does it always feel so hard?” One of my clients said this to me last week when we were talking about what it takes to grow a business. Have you ever felt this way? Then I say to you – you’re doing it all wrong. Yes, growing a business can be hard work – in the words of my mentor, Larry ...
Views: 846 - Lessons From Powerful Women! - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2013 from Pat MussieuxHow many of you are out there, on your own, re-inventing the wheel? When is the last time you read a good book – and learned from some of the ‘masters’? I am reading all the time. I heard an interview with Bill Gates this morning, actually, and he said that he reads each night for a full 2 ...
Views: 637 - LESSONS FROM THE ROYAL WEDDING - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI don’t know about you – but I am addicted to all things ‘happy’ and I make no apologies for it! This past week, I was up very early to settle in and watch the wedding of the ‘Dude and the Duchess’ (as Prince Harry called them). When I see an event that is so very successful and unique and ...
Views: 1062 - Lessons from the “Dragon’s Den”! - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2013 from Pat Mussieux“If you ever watch ‘Dragon’s Den’ (on Canadian TV) or ‘Shark Tank’ (on U.S.A. TV), then you know that there are some simple rules for success. I had the pleasure of hearing one of the ‘dragons’ speak at a luncheon recently and want to share his tips for success with you. Jim Treliving kept it ...
Views: 898 - Live Events And Your Success! - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2013 from Pat MussieuxAs a woman entrepreneur, who seriously intends to succeed in business, attending live events is a MUST-DO activity! It is simply the best way to make connections and develop the know-like-trust factor. If you are one of those people sitting at your desk thinking and believing that prospects ...
Views: 959 - Make Something Happen! - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Pat Mussieux“Nothing is happening!” I have been hearing this from so many entrepreneurs, from all parts of the country. My response right back is ‘What are YOU making happen?” Success isn’t a magic pill. There is no magic wand. It is hard work, a daily effort, a full time job! Here’s what I think is ...
Views: 909 - Making Your Dreams a Reality! - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2013 from Pat Mussieux“Well, it all just looks so simple!” Don’t you just love it when people say that to you about something you’ve been working on for close to a year? I love that statement because it means that I have pulled it off – I have done a great job and people have had an incredible experience. Here, ...
Views: 873 - Motivation vs Inspiration! - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Pat MussieuxI recently gave a keynote presentation, and a workshop, to a large group of middle and senior managers. I asked them about their biggest challenge as a leader these days - and the answer was unanimously about motivating employees in the workforce. That was rather interesting to me because, as I ...
Views: 1312 - My Secret When It Comes To Sales! - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI hear so many women entrepreneurs telling me that they hate sales – they find it sleazy, distasteful and uncomfortable for them. They just want to ‘do their passion’ and fulfill their purpose. Huh? What’s that all about? Why in the world do so many women entrepreneurs feel so very ...
Views: 1099 - NETWORKING IS A SKILL! - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI just love to head into a room full of people I have never met before! I know that not everybody feels the same way about that kind of situation. It is a skill and one that every entrepreneur must master – the skill of networking! It really is all about mindset – the way you think about the ...
Views: 1093 - Pay Yourself First! - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Pat MussieuxHow many of you keep telling yourself that you have no money? That happens a lot at this time of year! One of the TV shows that I watch regularly is Dragon’s Den (the Canadian version of the U.S. show, Shark Tank). I enjoy it this year because one of the investors is David Chilton, author of ...
Views: 619 - Planning an Event! - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Pat MussieuxWant to reach more people in your business! Is it time to step out in a bigger way? Well, one of the best ways I know, to grow your business and grow your list, is to host a live event. This is not something that comes together over night. One of the reasons I am successful when it comes ...
Views: 804 - Respect Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2014 from Pat MussieuxYesterday I was in a meeting where we were talking about prospecting and sales. One of the men shared a story about how he called a prospect to let them know he wouldn’t be calling again as they appeared to be very busy and he’d surmised the timing was bad. They responded to this message and he ...
Views: 994 - She Who Implements, Wins! - by Submitted on May 12, 2013 from Pat MussieuxHave you ever returned from an event or a workshop feeling totally overwhelmed with all the information? When that happens then, typically, nothing happens. We are in a state of paralysis! I’ve developed a very simple process for getting things done! I’m a simple gal – and that’s what works ...
Views: 785 - Simple Steps = Big Business - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Pat MussieuxHave you ever heard the expression ‘keep it simple, sweetie’? There is gold in them there words, LOL! Keep it simple has become my new mantra. I know that I have been guilty of complicating things and that’s a problem. It’s a problem when it comes to marketing, to networking, to helping ...
Views: 835 - Staying Motivated! - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2013 from Pat Mussieux“How do you stay so motivated?” I get that question a lot and I can easily understand why many entrepreneurs lose their motivation on a regular basis. First of all, I believe it’s human nature. Nobody is motivated ALL the time. And if they tell you that they are, then they are lying. I ...
Views: 921 - Steps To Achieving Your Goals! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Pat Mussieux“I don’t know what I want.” So, how can I set any goals? I have been hearing that over and over and over as I speak at different events for women in business. In my signature keynote, I speak about ‘7 Steps to Growing Your Business By Getting Out of Your Own Way!” That content is only ...
Views: 1022 - 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: 1404 - 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: 1816 - Success = Willingness to do Whatever it Takes! - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2013 from Pat MussieuxDid you think that having your own business would be a ‘cake walk’? Do you find yourself making comparisons to others in business and wondering why you aren’t doing better? You are not alone! This is so very common, especially for those new to the business world. There really is only ONE ...
Views: 907 - The 7 Habits of Happy Entrepreneurs! - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2014 from Pat Mussieux‘How can you be so happy all the time?’ is a question I often get asked. Well, it’s not that I’m happy ALL the time – but, I can say, ……..most of the time. I believe that being, and feeling, happy is a habit. We all know people who make ‘being miserable’ a daily habit, right? That’s not ...
Views: 843 - The Easy Way Out! - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2014 from Pat MussieuxI wanted to pull back the curtain this week and share some of the challenges that I’ve been experiencing this month in my business. I’m going to share them because I want you to understand that regardless of where you are in your business, whether it’s been a week, a month, a year, or ten, ...
Views: 831 - 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: 2576 - The Up’s and Down’s of Being An Entrepreneur! - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI have had a crazy, busy, happy few weeks in my business lately – and I’m still on a roll. What I find most interesting is listening to conversations of other entrepreneurs who are saying they are ‘slowing down/shutting down/ for the summer, or parts of it. Really? I know that can be seen as ...
Views: 1070 - There’s no standing still in business! - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from Pat MussieuxHave you ever felt stuck or comfortable with where you are? I know there are times when you just want the world to stand still – just make it stop for a short while, so you can catch your breath and then carry on. Me, too. But not very often! “Build this day on a foundation of pleasant ...
Views: 1445 - This Is The Only Way You Can Work ‘On’ Your Business - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Pat MussieuxAre you so bogged down in the daily detail of your business that you can’t breathe some days? Do you find yourself looking at the clock at the end of the day and wondering what you’ve accomplished? Of course you have! We all have – and that’s your first clue when it comes to making the ...
Views: 834 - Three Olympian Lessons from Tessa Virtue! - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2014 from Pat Mussieux“Are you spending any time watching the Winter Olympics?” I am committed to watching the Games on TV because it is like a ‘Master’s’ program in Excellence!! ‘These athletes give it all they’ve got – for an opportunity to reach for the Gold!” Watching and listening to these Olympians gives me ...
Views: 1047 - Three Ways to Use Social Media! - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2014 from Pat MussieuxPeople often make fun of me when I tell them about my #DWTS (Dancing with the Stars) twitter activities. And they wonder what Twitter has to do with growing my business. I am the first to admit that I am a #DWTS ‘addict’, LOL – however, social media has played a large part in the growth of ...
Views: 1226 - 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: 1257 - To Succeed, You Must Be Committed! - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2011 from Pat MussieuxHave heard the expression, when it comes to business: “when you are interested, you do what is convenient; when you are committed, you do whatever it takes!”?? (I’m not sure of the source for this quote because I’ve heard it from so many different people – but it really does ‘sum it up’ when it ...
Views: 1165 - Top 3 Challenges in Business – Globally! - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Pat MussieuxDo you ever think that YOU are the only one challenged to find new clients? I know that many of you feel that way, and on a daily basis. And for many of you, that’s your one and only and biggest challenge when it comes to growing your business. On my recent trip to Zimbabwe, mentoring and ...
Views: 1081 - Turning Dreams Into Reality! - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Pat MussieuxDo you have a dream – for your life, for your business? I dream all the time – the downside, in some cases, is that I did not put a time frame to each dream. I was in Chicago this week and finally got to visit Harpo Studios – a long-time dream of mine – the sad part was that Oprah was no longer ...
Views: 1193 - Turning Lessons Into Action! - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Pat MussieuxHave you ever paid big bucks and taken the time/money to travel and attend high end events? And then you get home, with a HUGE binder of notes and handouts – put it on a shelf somewhere – and get back to the jungle of life and your business? Of course you have – we all have! But what good does ...
Views: 1227 - Want to reach people? Start talking! - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2011 from Pat MussieuxDo you really believe that ‘old saying’ that public speaking is the no. 1 fear in life? Is that what is holding you back in your business – the fear of speaking in front of people? Well, you need to get over that – and quickly! Public speaking is the BEST way to get out there, tell your story ...
Views: 1054 - WEIGHT LOSS AND BUSINESS – THE SUCCESS CONNECTION - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Pat MussieuxDo you ever just stop, in the midst of your busy day, and ask yourself the question: why am I do this anyway?! Do you constantly think about the ‘why’ of your business – is it uppermost in your mind. Or, in the midst of chaos (mentally and otherwise), have you lost track of why you do what you ...
Views: 1171 - What Are You Tolerating? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Pat MussieuxMany entrepreneurs go about their busy day, typically doing some of the exact same things that they were doing the day before- the week before – and even the year before. Most of us do not even operate on a conscious level. At one of my master mind meetings last year, we were given an ...
Views: 1241 - WHAT DRIVES YOUR BUSINESS AND YOUR LIFE? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI hear from so many women entrepreneurs who are frustrated and dissatisfied with where their lives (and their business) are going. From past experience, I know that this stems from the fact they are not clear on their life purpose. I am currently studying from the book, “The Purpose Driven ...
Views: 1067 - 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: 1986 - 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: 1097 - When Preparation Meets Opportunity! - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2013 from Pat MussieuxHow often have you attended an event and found that you were totally overwhelmed and under-prepared? I see it happen all the time and it makes my heart sink because, seriously, those are missed opportunities that you will never get back. There are many large, and valuable, events scheduled ...
Views: 633 - When You Give, You Receive - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Pat MussieuxI not only HEARD that expression a lot in the past week, but I LIVED it. When is the last time you GAVE first or are you stuck in the scarcity mentality? It’s the old ‘I can’t because……….” The experiences I had last week stretched me in many ways. Like many entrepreneurs, I strive to ...
Views: 796 - 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: 1918 - YOU MUST KEEP LEARNING! - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Pat MussieuxDid you think that, when you left school, that is when the learning stops, too? I find it very sad that many entrepreneurs have stopped investing in themselves and in their learning. The beauty of technology these days is that there are so many ways we CAN continue to learn and grow and ...
Views: 1171 - You Must Learn To Be Resilient! - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Pat MussieuxThis time of year is not always happy and jolly for everyone. My Mom passed away last week and one thing that keeps me going is the fact I have learned to be resilient. You, too, must learn this skill to succeed in business these days. It’s not always easy – so, it’s not necessarily how hard ...
Views: 1267 - You need a plan to make money - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2011 from Pat MussieuxWould you like to have more cash flow right about now? Many of the women entrepreneurs with whom I have been speaking, over the past few weeks, are feeling a quiet sense of desperation when it comes to cash flow. How do I know for sure and how do I recognize that? I’ve been there! There are ...
Views: 1083 - Your Actions Reflect Your Beliefs! - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2013 from Pat MussieuxAt my workshop last week, many of the women entrepreneurs spoke about their frustrations when it comes to attracting ideal clients. They said they wanted to learn whatever it takes to make more money. And yet, on follow-up phone calls with most of them, I learned the real truth. They say one ...
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