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- CHARTING YOUR COURSE!! - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Pat MussieuxAre you feeling lost these days? Were you ever a Brownie or Girl Guide? I recall that one of the badges I got was for camping – and learning your way around the woods. We learned to use a compass. Steven Covey often speaks about the difference between the clock and the compass. Have you ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - Mistakes Women Business Owners Make! - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2013 from Pat MussieuxLadies, stop comparing the inside of you to the outside of someone else! Seriously! This was one of the best pieces of advice I ever received from my mentor and coach, Lou Tice, many years ago. Stop it! I am convinced that there would be many more millionaire women business owners if they ...
Views: 583(1 vote) - 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: 1658(4 votes) - The Best Ways to Invest In Yourself! - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI watch so many women entrepreneurs pinching pennies, day in and day out – month in and month out – as they struggle to grow their business. I also see them spending money on things and events that do not contribute to the growth of their business. Typically, it is because they don’t have a ...
Views: 1562(1 vote) - 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: 3864(1 vote) - 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: 2272(1 vote) - You Must Market Your Business in Order To Succeed! - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Pat MussieuxThis winter has seen a tremendous amount of snow fall in our area. I, personally, love it. That is why I choose to live in this part of Canada. I am in the snow belt. The interesting piece in this ‘equation’ is that I have my ‘outside/winter friends’ and my ‘outside/summer friends’ – the same ...
Views: 1123(3 votes) - What Does Age Have To Do With Anything? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Pat MussieuxThere’s an expression that I’ve heard over and over again – “If you didn’t know how old you were, then how old do you think you’d be?” More and more baby boomers are leaving the corporate world and starting their own businesses – only to come up against the mindset that perhaps they are too old ...
Views: 1179(2 votes) - 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: 2144(3 votes) - 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: 3452(3 votes) - It Takes Persistence! - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Pat MussieuxDid you ever think it would be a ‘cake-walk’ to have your own business? I ask the question because many people think this way! “I’ll just start my own business, enjoy what I do, make money and…………retire rich and happy”. Well, back up the truck! While, on the surface, it may seem easy and fun ...
Views: 1348(1 vote) - My 2 Secrets to Closing a Sale! - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Pat MussieuxAs a coach and speaker, there is one question that I hear all the time – “how do YOU close the sale?” There appears to be some mystery around the actual sales language that ‘brings it all to a close’. For those of you who know me and my style, you know I like to keep things simple. In this ...
Views: 1106(1 vote) - TAKING A RISK! - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI was in San Francisco for a week of meetings with my business coach and master mind group. We were all given an assignment - and were told to come prepared to present to the whole group. I had a different task in that I am working on a new strategy/presentation style when it comes to public ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - THE BASIC HABITS THAT LEAD TO SUCCESS - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI have been doing a lot of networking and public speaking these past months! It seems that, wherever I go, I am constantly asked about my daily and weekly habits – “What do you do on a regular basis to succeed?” For many years, I just assumed that what I did – everyone did! Well, you know ...
Views: 1687(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: 1173(1 vote) - 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: 1578(2 votes) - “Does Making Money Scare You?” - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Pat MussieuxWhen I was growing up, we weren’t really taught how to manage money – let alone how to think about money. I knew that my parents were not ‘rich’ by any means, as my father was in the military and my Mom was a stay-at-home mother with 7 children under foot. I did know, and learn from them, ...
Views: 1258(1 vote) - 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: 1394(10 votes) - 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: 1467(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: 1518(9 votes) - "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: 1817(4 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: 1180(2 votes) - 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: 1470(2 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: 1185(5 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: 1235(8 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: 1436(8 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: 1653(1 vote) - 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: 1406(2 votes) - How To Handle The Tough Stuff! - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from Pat MussieuxDid you think it would be ‘easy’ having your own business? I was driving through a small business area of town last week and commenting to my friend that many people just have absolutely NO idea what it takes to have a business and to succeed in business. There are so many misconceptions ...
Views: 927(1 vote) - 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: 1409(5 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: 1244(5 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: 1234(2 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: 1380(2 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: 2036(3 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: 2161(2 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: 2040(7 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: 1364(3 votes) - Barriers to Living a Happy Life - Part 2 - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Pat MussieuxIn the last article, I referenced the 4 major barriers to living a happy life. The first major barrier is Habits (you can get a copy of that issue by visiting my website at www.steps2happiness.com). In this issue, we will examine the second major barrier – attitudes! Now, we all know that ...
Views: 2404(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 ...
Views: 1573(2 votes) - 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: 1348(2 votes) - 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: 1549(6 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: 1685(4 votes) - Barriers to Living a Happy Life - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Pat MussieuxI have a few questions for you to consider. Do you have the potential to be a nicer person? Do you have the potential to have more fun in your life? Do you have the potential to make more money? Do you have the potential to grow your business? Do you have the potential to have more ...
Views: 1987(2 votes) - Books – One of Your Best Resources! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2013 from Pat MussieuxHow many of you just love to read books? I know I do. They open up the world to me and I can get lost in the pages of a book for hours and hours. Business books and autobiographies are my favorite. “People who say they don’t have time to read simply don’t want to.” – Julie Rugg, A Book ...
Views: 898(1 vote) - 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: 1332(1 vote) - 3 Revenue-generating Activities! - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2014 from Pat MussieuxI am often asked what I do, specifically, to generate revenue each and every day. A few years ago, I heard it said that when you focus the first hour of your business day on a revenue-generating activity, you can double your monthly revenue. Well, I’m always up for that kind of challenge. ...
Views: 1240 - 6 Habits Of Unsuccessful Entrepreneurs! - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Pat MussieuxThere are so many articles, books, videos and ezines telling you how to be successful. That’s cool – but where and how do you learn where your current habits are holding you back? Well, the wait is over. I’m going to share with you some of the unsuccessful habits I have had and which many of ...
Views: 1494 - Everybody Needs Somebody! - by Submitted on May 19, 2013 from Pat MussieuxHow many of you feel very alone in your business? Your family doesn’t have a clue what you do. Your friends think you’ve ‘lost it’. And there are days when you feel so isolated and lonely that you, too, wonder if it’s worth it. I know – I’ve been there! The first year I moved across the ...
Views: 934 - Fear vs Panic! - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Pat MussieuxI trust that all of you have had the opportunity to read the phenomenal book “Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway!” by Susan Jeffers. If not, then you need to get your hands on a copy today. It will become a live-saving reference as you grow your business. All of us have experienced fear at some ...
Views: 1260 - Keep on Growing! - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2014 from Pat MussieuxI have always been an advocate (and participant) in professional development. One of the questions I hear frequently from my clients and colleagues is ‘how do you manage to get things like that (professional development) into your busy calendar? Continuous learning, for me, is not optional ...
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