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- Attraction and Attitude - How They Fit Into Your Business Success - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzOne of the things I enjoy most about having my own business is the freedom to choose who I'll do business with. Not that I've always enjoyed that luxury, but my business is at a point where I can be a bit picky about who I decide to do business with. Add to that a very specific 'ideal client' ...
Views: 1032(1 vote) - Five Strategies to Achieve Your Goals - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzEven when you've set a "good" goal - one that adheres to your higher objective and is specific and measurable - you can run into some issues along the way... namely, staying motivated. Without motivation, even the most ambitious person will get sidetracked. Here are the strategies that I feel ...
Views: 1378(1 vote) - Managing Our 24-Hours - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzWe all have the same amount of time to expend each and every day, 24-hours. So why does it seem like some people have mastered their time better than others? I don't think it's about the time at all, I think it's about how we manage ourselves. My friend, and savvy professional speaker on the ...
Views: 1114(2 votes) - 5 Online Business Optimization Strategies - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzRunning an online business gives entrepreneurs an incredible chance to expand and scale their operations. While offline business requires a physical presence -- offices, retail outlets, and kiosks in every location -- an online business can operate virtually and via digital real estate. ...
Views: 995(1 vote) - Business Ethics and the Competition - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzAt a recent speaking engagement on business ethics, one of the 100 or so participants voiced a differing opinion to my discussion revolving around whether or not you would tell a client, or prospect, that you had heard something negative about a competitor of yours who was being asked to bid on ...
Views: 1083(1 vote) - Creating Our Value - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzValue is a funny thing. We look for it everywhere we go – if it’s not a good value, or doesn’t provide us with benefits, we keep moving. I wonder why it is we don’t feel WE have a value? Several months ago I spoke to a prospect with a small home-based business. They use a $15/hour person ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Does Someone Really Need Me? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzI'm sure we'd all agree that the world is definitely changing. On the national news last night they introduced me to the first graduating class of the recession. How encouraging? I also attended a Chamber event where the guest speaker spoke all about change and why it's good for us to continue ...
Views: 1004(1 vote) - 12 Technology Tips to Support Your Goals - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzTechnology - everything from our computer to our cell phone - seems to have invaded every area of our modern lives. But we often do not take full advantage of the features and benefits that can really make our lives easier. Use these technology tips to help you achieve your goals: Set ...
Views: 1254 - 5 Tried-And-True Methods to Stay Focused - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzGot your goals set and your motivation and systems in place? Great! Now let's look at five ways to stay focused on keeping focused, especially on long-term goals. Focus is a problem even for the most experienced goal-setter. In fact, getting distracted is one of the biggest problems in goal ...
Views: 1328 - An Unexpected Connection - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzSeveral months ago I was contacted by a woman looking for a transcriptionist. Even though I no longer provide this service, I got some basic information and told her I’d check around to see if I could find someone to help. I called back the next day and inadvertently got to speak to her ...
Views: 1102 - Are You Not Participating in Social Media Because It's Irrelevant to Your Business? - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzSocial media is red hot - all you have to do is take a look at all of the Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Google+ links plastered all over the Internet to figure that out. All those social media channels give you opportunities to connect with and build relationships with other like minded people. ...
Views: 1072 - Article Marketing Advantages For Business - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzArticle marketing on the Internet harnesses the power of the Web and the hunger for written content. Article marketing allows writers to promote themselves, their websites, products or literally anything, by writing about them and making the content freely available for reproduction on other ...
Views: 1052 - Benefits of Email Marketing to Online Businesses - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzEmail marketing is becoming a vastly popular and beneficial direct marketing tool, especially for small and home-based businesses. Used primarily to provide subscribers with information on service and product offerings, it has also been particularly useful in building a loyal customer base by ...
Views: 1046 - Benefits of WordPress for Blogs and Websites - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzAs the Internet evolves from its technology to its software, and changes the way we communicate, it has opened us to a whole new world of social media. Blogging is one such evolving method of communication, and WordPress is one of the foremost accepted platforms for people wanting to get into ...
Views: 1079 - Blogging For Business (Part Two) - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Jeannine ClontzIn Part One we discussed blog basics, promotion and whether or not it was a worthwhile endeavour. Continuing along those lines, and equally important to your website, a blog will also require a bit of SEO (search engine optimization), carefully chosen keywords and tags, as well as, listings ...
Views: 1057 - Brand, Sales, and Balance: Are You Including Social Media With Other Online Marketing? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzThe 1980s are remembered for their developments in business and technology, particularly computing. The 1990s for their advances in technology, particularly the growth of the internet and online business opportunities. If the 2000s are to be remembered for anything (although it may still be too ...
Views: 991 - Build Email Marketing Trust Through Appearance (Part Two) - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Jeannine ClontzLast week we looked at building trust in our email marketing campaigns by creating a recognizable ‘from’ line to our messages; optimizing the copy that is viewed through the preview pane; and encouraging subscriber communication. This week we complete the process with three more tips to polish ...
Views: 1090 - Build Ethics into Client Relations - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzEver have a client make a deduction from an invoice? I bet that got your attention. You know the type, they always find fault with your work, can’t believe that you charge those kinds of hourly rates, and they wonder why you’re not able to drop everything and handle their projects immediately ...
Views: 998 - Build Trust Through Email Marketing Content (Part One) - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Jeannine ClontzYour email copy plays an immensely important role in gaining trust from subscribers. While the quality of information is still the most important element, there are a lot of other factors to consider. Listed below are those I find most important. 1. Give more than what you might gain. We ...
Views: 1068 - Can Business Branding Drive Sales? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzWhy is Business Branding important? And can it help to increase and drive sales growth? Business branding is not just a one-time process. Rather, it is something you work on and build up over a period of time. After all, branding reflects your reputation as a business enterprise. Along with ...
Views: 986 - Can Ethics Mend What Ails Our Business? - by Submitted on May 13, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzOne of my first clients calls me periodically to ask questions, and get my advice for free, sometimes keeping me on the phone for hours. She recently purchased a new laptop computer, and was having problems with Outlook and getting her contact list restored to the new system from her backup ...
Views: 1086 - Can I Get a Second Chance at a First Impression? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzThe short answer to that question is, 'no' - it is what it is. A first impression is what you project to someone whenever they are first connected to you. Especially if you're in a B2B-type business, it's important to remember that your body language, the words you speak, and the way you ...
Views: 1096 - Capitalize on Interactions Between Blogs - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzThere are a number of ways to promote your blog and your blog niche by interacting with other people's blogs. The best way to start that interaction is by finding several bloggers that share your niche and write about the same or similar topics. Leaving comments on their posts is a great way ...
Views: 936 - Competing with the BIG GUYS in Ethical Standards - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2010 from Jeannine ClontzWhen I first started my home-based business, everything I read about marketing indicated a need for me to think BIG, act like I was this huge conglomerate in a brick and mortar storefront, with scads of happy employees all a buzz to keep our clients happy. That was a bit over the top for me, ...
Views: 1093 - Creating a Branding Plan - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzCreating your company's brand is extremely important to portray a stable, and profitable business. It helps people understand your position within your market, the promises that you make to clients and helps establish your expertise. There are many parts to creating your brand. Branding is a ...
Views: 987 - Creating a Simple Marketing Plan - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzMany of you broke into a sweat after reading the title, didn't you? Many small business owners don't have a marketing plan because they believe it's too hard, too time consuming, or they just don't know where to start. Creating a good marketing plan doesn't have to be overwhelming, or costly, ...
Views: 991 - Five Affordable Ways to Create Video Marketing Content - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzThere are many ways to create video marketing content that will make you stand out without access to a production studio or require spending thousands of dollars. Take a look at some of my five easy, affordable steps you can take to show your viewers you're worth their time and money: 1. ...
Views: 1444 - Five Facebook Fan Page Success Strategies - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzIn recent years, having an Internet presence for your business meant putting up a website. While still an important feature for promoting your business, a website is no longer enough. Web 2.0, or the social web, is an essential feature of a successful marketing plan to reach your ...
Views: 962 - Five Fast and Easy Ways to Create an Opt-In Email Marketing Page - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzIf you use email marketing as a part of your overall Internet marketing strategy, your opt-in page can be your most important asset. In fact, if properly created and marketed, your opt-in page can be your sole means to successfully generate viable leads. Here are five fast and easy ways you ...
Views: 945 - Five Reasons to Give Up on Your Goals - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzGiving up sounds so negative. But can you make room for the possibility that you can release your goals without being a failure? Yes, you can! Sometimes the goals themselves are unreachable, for reasons outside your control. Don't continue to try and achieve a goal that will only serve to create ...
Views: 985 - Five Tips to Improve Your Facebook Fan Page Exposure - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzIn the past creating a website provided you with an online presence. While it’s still an important part of promoting and marketing your business, it’s no longer enough. When social media came into play it became one of the most effective ways to reach your clientele and was quickly included in ...
Views: 1177 - Five Ways to Grow Your Business to Six or Seven Figures - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzHave you ever wondered how your competitors generate six and seven figures incomes? Do you think they have a secret way of doing things? Do you make excuses for not being able to achieve six or seven figure goals in your business? As a professional in your field or niche, you face many ...
Views: 949 - Four Tips to Creating Successful Videos to Promote Your Business - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzVideo is a powerful marketing tool for any business. YouTube is ranked as the second most popular online search engine, making it a smart choice for business to have a presence there. These techniques will assist you in establishing a successful campaign, increase work-of-mouth and enhance ...
Views: 910 - Four Tips to Going Viral with Your Video (Part Two) - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzLast week we looked at the length and tone of your video to keep your audience engaged and willing to help your video go viral. We close out our four tips by understanding the advantages of the lead-in and content. Craft the Lead-In Like a lead-in to any written article or oral ...
Views: 862 - Four Tips to Going Viral with Your Video (Part One) - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzThese powerful viral video techniques that will help you kick-start your campaign, ramp up word-of-mouth and put your video center in the spotlight. By incorporating key viral qualities into your video, your target audience will be more likely to spread it online via email, social media and ...
Views: 878 - Four Website Tips for List Building to Gain Subscribers - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzEmail marketing is one of the most low cost and effective options available for organizations looking to grow their business. Building a viable subscriber’s list is important to getting the biggest ROI (return on investment) for any email marketing program. There is a lot of truth to the ...
Views: 1045 - Gain Subscribers for Email Marketing Through Your Website - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzThe task of building a list of subscribers for email marketing isn't too difficult if you already have a website that has engaging content and decent traffic. However, your visitors won't sign up just because you asked, you need to optimize your site to build your subscriber list without ...
Views: 995 - Getting Referrals - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzGetting referrals takes time and work. Just because you do a good job for your clients doesn't mean they're going to naturally send you referrals. Attending networking events and making connections with people who could potentially provide you with referrals isn't automatic, either. Just like ...
Views: 1066 - Goals: When to Adapt and Change Your Goals. - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzHave you ever felt like you were doing all the right things, but not getting anywhere? If you truly are putting in the effort to set your goals as we've been discussing thus far, it may be a matter of choosing goals that just aren't right for you. This may lead us to consider changing your ...
Views: 2880 - Grasping Intangible Ethics - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzI recall several years ago hearing a newscasters words, “Another blow for the music industry today. Washington has decided that Internet Service Providers cannot be held responsible for their consumer’s actions and will not be expected to provide the names of their members who download music ...
Views: 1279 - Have You Lost Your Nerve? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzAs a young teenager, our family spent carefree summers at a secluded lake house about 2-hours from St. Louis. I recall getting up early and sneaking off to a secret spot in the woods where someone had built a cool tree house. The view was spectacular and on many occasions it afforded me quiet ...
Views: 1044 - Have You Set Clear Goals for Your Social Media Presence? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzSome people jump on every new social media platform before it's even out of beta. The social sharing buttons on their blog seem to go on forever, and they've got profiles on every site from Bebo to Yelp. Here's the problem this can create. You can't jump in head first and use social media ...
Views: 1193 - In My Former Life - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzIn my former life, I was a purchasing agent for a seafood company. This time of year reminds me of the salmon runs. During the summer months, many wild salmon species take the journey back to their birthplace to spawn and ultimately end their lives. Their upstream journey is a challenging ...
Views: 998 - Inconsistent Social Media Communication - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2013 from Jeannine ClontzBloggers - at least the successful ones - know the importance of consistent posting. It's the only thing that keeps the traffic coming in. If there is nothing new to see, or read, why visit? Well the same goes for your social media communication. Staying active is the only way to grow your ...
Views: 1024 - It’s Time to Stop Selling and Start Building Relationships - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzFor many of us, sales is a four letter word; something that causes us stress and anxiety. So I say, “stop selling then!”. Sounds like a good idea, doesn’t it? So what do I mean? Instead of trying to close a sale, try to build a relationship and see if that doesn’t allow the client to close ...
Views: 779 - Keep Going - Never Give Up! - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzA woman had a dream to swim the English Channel. After two years of stringent training she was ready to reach for her dream. The day was unseasonably warm, a good sign she thought, as she prepared for her take off from France, heading for England. Not worrying about beating any records, her ...
Views: 1212 - Making Ourselves Accountable to Achieving Our Goals - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Jeannine ClontzLooking through magazines for gift ideas recently, I stumbled upon something I hadn't seen in years, a glass piggybank. I recall receiving one when I opened my first savings account as a child. It forced me to continue to save because I didn't want to 'break' it until it was completely full, or ...
Views: 971 - Managing Good Client Relations - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzWe purchased new appliances for our kitchen three years ago, and extended warranties. The refrigerator started freezing over within the first 6-months, so we initially got service directly from the manufacturer. Eight months later, when the problem returned, we started working with the ...
Views: 880 - Now Tweeting for Business: Twitter Benefits (Part One) - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Jeannine ClontzAccording to research released recently by O2, the mobile phone provider (“Small Businesses are Catching Twitter Bug,” Richard Tyler, The Telegraph, 16 March 2009), almost one in five small businesses now tweet regularly. Although the larger, multinational firms were the first to jump on the ...
Views: 961 - Now Tweeting for Business: Twitter Benefits (Part Two) - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Jeannine ClontzIn my last article, Now Tweeting for Business: Twitter Benefits (Part One), we looked at how utilizing Twitter in small businesses can save marketing dollars, expand your customer base, and manage and increase your ability to build relationships. In this final segment, we look at additional ...
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