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- Creativity is Essential for Your Business Success - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerYou may have noticed that in my personal life and in my business coaching I place a lot of importance on creativity. Not just because I think it's an essential component of living an abundant life, but also because it's an important aspect of business success. Although it may seem ...
Views: 1396(2 votes) - Entrepreneurs: How To Deal With Difficult Days - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerWhen the going gets tough, the tough go do something fun. Listen, it is highly likely that you'll have days that are less fluid than others. Days that present challenges. Days where you want to throw your computer out the window and auction off your first-born. When you own your business, ...
Views: 1313 - Build Your Profitable Business – Starting Now - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerDo you ever feel like it's an uphill battle to build your business so that it's profitable? Well, you're not alone! Most entrepreneurs begin their business because of their passion. Who knew there was so much to learn about how to make that passion profitable, right? I know that business ...
Views: 1273 - How to Boost Your Client’s Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerOf course we all want our clients to succeed. They win; we win. Part of our job as service providers is to build the confidence of those we serve so that they may go out and better help others. It's a wonderful cycle. Let it begin with you. But we've all had that client who just ...
Views: 1161 - What It Really Means To Value Your Time - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerAs entrepreneurs and business owners we hear the phrase Value Your Time, a TON. But what does that really mean? Does it mean charge more money? Work less? Work smarter (another ambiguous phrase)? What does it mean? I think it's somewhat different for everyone. But there is one ...
Views: 1234 - A Business for a Lifetime - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerThe Question That Says It All: How? It's no secret that in this day and age keeping a small business open and thriving is not an easy task to tackle. You have to overload yourself with knowledge in order to be successful and remain fresh to your target market. What's the first step to staying ...
Views: 1199 - 5 Endless Sources for Newsletter Content - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerOooh, doesn't that sound good? I know how it is. You want to create a newsletter and send it out to your community. You really do. But... But what? What stops you? Here's one of the biggest fears small business owners have: "Once I send a newsletter I'll have to keep sending it out on a ...
Views: 1124 - Why Are You in Business? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerIs this familiar ... Here you are, working on your business, just like you do every day. Oh, wait a minute. I see that you're reading email right now. You have so much to do today, but somehow, here you are, reading email ... again. I know, I know. You intend to get some seriously ...
Views: 1128 - How To Turn Your To-Dos Into Friends - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerYou're no stranger to the overwhelm associated with an ever-increasing to-do list; no entrepreneur is. But there's a simple reframe we can apply to move from overwhelm to 'over and done.' Take a look at your to-do list, and instead of viewing it as an exasperating army of tasks clamoring ...
Views: 1213(2 votes) - What's the Plan, Stan? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerI don't need a plan. Oh, the joy of spontaneity! Going with the flow is the way to be (I even said so myself in a previous article). And let's not forget the old adage that variety is the spice of life! With these sentiments guiding us, who needs a plan?! Some of you love to be ...
Views: 1165 - Small Actions Add Up to Success - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerHere we are, already into the new year, can you believe it? How's it going for you? The New Year is infused with a monumental surge of energy; you'd have to be stuck in a cave somewhere to miss it. People far and wide publicly declare their intentions, goals, and desires for the upcoming ...
Views: 1222 - Recalibrate, Restore, and Revive Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerIs business starting to feel like a slow drain on your soul? Are you beginning to begrudge every moment spent in front of your computer, or do you attack it, frisky and excited for what's to come? If you're feeling somewhat slumped at the sight of your work, it's probably time to implement ...
Views: 1159 - Is Sending a Newsletter a Waste of Your Time, Energy and Money? - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerIs sending out a regular newsletter (and email marketing in general,) a waste of your time? Even though social media and text messages have become a daily habit, the fact remains that email marketing – including a business newsletter – remains one of the most effective and cost-efficient ...
Views: 950 - The Downfall of Many Small Businesses - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerShiny object syndrome is the downfall of many small businesses. Especially solo entrepreneurs. You've got to focus I could end this post with that sentence, because in all seriousness, focus is as imperative to your success as knowledge or skill. Focus. The information available to ...
Views: 1012 - Complimentary Consultations: What They Are and What They Are Not - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerLet's start with what a complimentary consultation is not. It is not a place to give away free coaching, consulting, or services. In my business philosophy, a complimentary consultation is not a place for a 'hard sell' either. The purpose of a complimentary consultation, also referred ...
Views: 1504 - Are Your Tires Spinning? - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerIn the winter, if your car can't get traction on an icy patch, your tires will spin and spin when you accelerate. If you get really freaked out about being stuck on the icy road and keep stomping on the accelerator, do you get more traction? Does your car move forward? Not usually. How ...
Views: 1229 - How to Create Content Your Audience Wants to Read - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerOne of the biggest challenges I hear from my clients and people I talk with is coming up with topics and content for their newsletters, ezines, and blog posts. This is also the number one reason people tell me they don't communicate with their tribe or community consistently - if at all. Can you ...
Views: 1035 - How to Cultivate Appreciation in Your Busy Life - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerRunning your business can be a veritable rollercoaster of emotions. When clients, money, and new ideas are flowing the high is almost untouchable, but that feeling of elation is often followed by moments of doubt, fear, and blockage. Every piece of that cycle is normal, but having a solid ...
Views: 1711 - Entrepreneurs: Change Your Mindset to Achieve Success - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerAs an entrepreneur, there are soooo many things to learn, aren't there? Skills are pretty easy to gain: you can search on YouTube, purchase training programs or hire someone to do it for you. Perhaps not so easy though is believing in yourself and your business, overcoming your fears and ...
Views: 1265 - The Key To Fearless Self-Promotion - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerWhat happens when you leave a potted plant unwatered? Does it thrive? Not hardly. That poor thing becomes the next fire's kindling. Your business without self-promotion is that plant without water; it will die. We all know this; it's no secret, but hoards of people feel as though ...
Views: 1106 - The Client Relationship and You - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerRelationships are so important in every aspect of life. No matter where you go or what you do, relationships are at the core of everything. This is especially true in the business world. Sometimes we forget, but quite honestly, the core of your successful business is your relationship with ...
Views: 1150 - Grow Your Business by Being a Leader - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerMany people feel content to sit back and let others lead. But if you are to be the CEO and head of your business, you must also become a leader of others. In fact, when you embrace and exercise your leadership qualities, your business will grow substantially. Ah, but it's not so simple, ...
Views: 1158 - Why You MUST Market Yourself and Your Business - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerPicture this; you're sitting in a dark corner of a coffee shop when you spot your dream guy (or girl) sipping their double cappuccino at a table on the other side of the room. You know they're the one. You have to meet them. You've been waiting for someone exactly like them to walk into your ...
Views: 974 - Stepping Into Your Power: What That Means, and How To Do It - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerWe hear these phrases often: Step Into Your Power, Own Your Worth. But what do they really mean, and how do you do it? To be in your power is not to be forceful, manipulative, or aggressive. To be in your power is to be in alignment. To be in your power is to trust that you are in the ...
Views: 1784 - What If How You Run Your Business Was Absolutely Perfect? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerWe are bombarded with information. All the time! Every day, or so it seems, entrepreneurs are bombarded with ideas and information about how to do things. At times, it can make you feel like you don't know how to do anything. And that you're not only overwhelmed, but also hopelessly ...
Views: 1305 - The What, Why, and How of Your Core Business Message - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerWhat IS a core message anyway? You're told you need one (true). You're told without it your business will suffer (also true). You're pretty much given a mandate to get one. A core message, that is. But WHAT is it really? The core message of your business and brand is that system ...
Views: 1209 - Identify and Achieve Your Most Important Business Goals - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerToday is a fresh start. Every day, as they say, is a fresh start. Only sometimes it doesn't feel that way, does it? Too often it seems as though you'll never reach your goals - especially the ones that matter to you the most. It seems like your goals and dreams are still out there in ...
Views: 1564 - What’s Your Brilliant Business Vision? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerYou are a busy entrepreneur. Your to-do list is endless. There is always more to be done; yes, indeed. There is knowledge to be gained. There are marketing strategies to be employed. There are programs to be launched. Ever feel like that? Ever wonder why you're doing what you're doing on a ...
Views: 1758 - Mindset: Your Greatest Business Asset - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerPeople talk a lot about action. What should I do? How should I act? What's the next step in this uncharted entrepreneurial adventure? Action is important. I talk a lot about it, too. And yet ... I believe there is far too much talk of action, and not nearly enough talk about mindset. What ...
Views: 1224 - 5 Habits that Stop Your Business Success - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerTo create success in your business there are lots of steps you can be taking. In fact, it can be overwhelming and frankly, downright confusing, to decide what you should or shouldn't be doing. Am I right? To be honest, the steps you need to take in order to build your successful business may ...
Views: 1378 - Your Business, Made to Order - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerOh boy, it's so easy to look around at all the businesses out there and mirror, listen to, and follow the advice of how they found their success, isn't it? It seems simple to chase this or that proven formula to success. I mean, it worked for that guru, or expert, or multi-millionaire, it ...
Views: 1183 - Be More Productive and Get More Done by Clearing the Clutter - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerIt’s an all too familiar story: you have way too much to do and not enough time to do it. You want (and need!) to be more productive and get more done, but clutter is everywhere and getting in your way. It may be physical clutter, mind clutter, or a horrid combination of even more than ...
Views: 1892 - How to Grow Your Business and Stay Sane... at the Same Time! - by Submitted on May 01, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerWe’ve all been there: wanting to grow our business but not knowing what to do or how to do it. There are so many options and tasks to do each day; it can feel like you’re going crazy (I’m not the only one, am I?!) Instead of being pulled in ten different directions, there are a few simple steps ...
Views: 1275 - Prioritize Your To-Dos: Time Management Tips for the Busy Business Owner - by Submitted on May 01, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerDo you ever feel overwhelmed by your workload? Do you find you can’t keep up with critical deadlines? I know you don’t want to hear this, but... You’re probably not managing your time well enough. To Make A List... Or Not A to-do list that works is more than a list of all the things ...
Views: 1364 - Who Needs A Business Coach Anyway? - by Submitted on May 01, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerThe short answer? If you are an entrepreneur or a small business owner, you do. What IS a Business Coach? Business coaching has become sort of a hybrid between coaching and consulting. First let’s define the difference. A coach is an accredited certification. A coach works with ...
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