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“The only real valuable thing is intuition.” - Albert Einstein
Everyone was born with the magical power of intuition. Intuition is a clear flow of information that is available to you that is aligned with your authenticity, highest path and purpose. Intuition is one of the most amazing ... Views: 2981
Determining the final decision maker and other high level influencers is one of the most difficult tasks for a sales person. Subordinates and info gatherers claim to be the final decision maker which confuses sales people. Others guard that information for fear the sales person will try to ... Views: 2976
Win-Over C-Level Decision Makers with Effective Communications
Learn to Find and Push the Execs’ Hot Buttons/ Engaging Executive Conversations
Capturing the attention of a top level person is extremely difficult. Holding it is even tougher. However, top level people do like to talk about ... Views: 2975
If you want to be an exceptional speaker, and ignite your audience, you must learn the fine art of storytelling.
Have you ever wished you could captivate an audience? Ever felt the desire to grip a crowd in such a way that you could move them to action? Nothing grabs our attention, holds ... Views: 2970
As Yoga studios start off in the new year, many are thinking about how to market and grow their business. Because studios are "local businesses", one of the main avenues for promoting their business is via Google. But one important thing Yoga studios need to consider is their SEO or search ... Views: 2969
Subordinates, administrators, purchasing, etc. keep you away from their bosses and the real decision makers because they fear losing something – power, ego, job, recognition, authority, etc. However, don’t assume to know what it is because you could be wrong. Get them to tell you why they ... Views: 2949
It is 4 times easier to get business from an existing account where you’ve maintained high level relationships, rather than getting business from a new account. It’s 2 times easier to get business from an account that you’ve lost, for whatever reason than a new one. Why, because you have ... Views: 2946
TUNE INTO YOUR STAFF TO HELP THEM SUCCEED
Your staff is a most powerful resource to help your business and your vision grow. While each person is hired to implement certain responsibilities in your company, your input and guidance brings their talents to new levels of fulfillment. Using your ... Views: 2933
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Business Coach and Business Coaching. Business coaching focuses on the needs of your business to expand and grow. Many of us try to improve our lives by growing our own business. David Mason is the Official Guide to Business Coach and ... Views: 2906
Not too long ago I walked into Bidvest offices and noticed a sign up on the wall. It stated “We refuse to participate in the recession”.
These are strong words at a time where repossessions and job losses are at their highest, rising fuel and energy prices are contributing to a higher cost ... Views: 2903
All business owners have what seems to be a grandiose vision of an office full of having happy, loyal and productive employees. They think of it as Santa's Workshop - magical and could only be done in the movies.
Chasing this dream, these small and mid-size executives waste tons of money on ... Views: 2900
Anxiety is the uneasy feeling that arises within you when thinking about approaching a senior level executive, doctor, high government official, etc. It surfaces because you are anticipating an unpleasant outcome or projecting a negative experience. So in essence, it’s your own imagination ... Views: 2891
Whether you’re learning to swing a golf club, baseball bat or tennis racquet, coaches always emphasize the importance of follow-through. It’s not just hitting the ball that matters, it’s how you continue your swing once contact is made.
The same thing applies in job interviews, networking, ... Views: 2880
Putting yourself first without feeling guilty is one of the most challenging for many busy entrepreneurs.
We women are notorious for putting other’s needs continuously before our own. You have responsibilities to your business, to your customers, to your family, and on and on.
Having the ... Views: 2861
A few nights ago, we watched “Mr. Magorium’s Magical Emporium” with Dustin Hoffman and Natalie Portman. It’s a fun and light family movie with a wonderful message. I won’t give away the plot or ending, however at one point in the movie, Dustin Hoffman (Mr. Magorium) smiled and said to Natalie ... Views: 2857
If you have an ‘ethical’ issue with finding the best ways to earn money in your music career, do not read any further. Simply leave the page now.
Now, for those of you who are still with me, let’s talk about improving your music career by making a good living. Fact is, ... Views: 2841
The Purpose of Coaching
By Marcia Wieder, Founder, Dream Coach Inc.
There is a true purpose to what we do. I believe it is to reflect people’s essence and greatness back to them, to believe in our clients until they believe in themselves and to encourage and/or challenge them to act on the ... Views: 2838
In all businesses, it is very important to make sure that all your activities are properly arranged to help you succeed. This is true especially in the area of lead generation and appointment setting. A properly organized and well- performed telemarketing campaign is very important if you want ... Views: 2833
Large accounts are cash cows for any business. We all wish we had more. We all go crazy if we lose one. However, large accounts require the most powerful selling skills –getting-to and selling profit center leaders and their staffs.
Two points of clarification:
1. Selling the C- level means ... Views: 2829
Everyone knows that “Those with the In, Win”. Sales people want to be connected at the top, but usually struggle. Sales managers to presidents wish their sales people could get connected and were schmoozing with the top executives.
So this five part series is intended to help you ... Views: 2824
Listening is the key to establishing relationships and selling. If you learn what your prospects want, and/or forgot to mention, and/or don’t know about, and what they mean by the words they used to describe what they want, you’ll have a complete description of what it will take to win these ... Views: 2805
The major four functions of management involve planning, controlling, organizing and leading. These functions can be affected by the internal and external factors n a business environment. The external forces that affect the functions of a business include sociological, political, economical ... Views: 2804
People block you from their bosses and others for a whole host of reasons. For example they feel they will lose their power over you; they don’t like what you have and know that if you get past them their boss might buy what you have and they will be stuck with you; admins are told not to let ... Views: 2803
New times demand new solutions, and with most professionals fearful of corporate downsizing or restructuring measures, personal branding methodologies are more critical than ever. Organizations have to navigate to survive in today’s new business climate, and so do top leaders and high achievers. ... Views: 2791
Why Do Traditional Businesses Fail? Here are a few of the overlooked reasons businesses fail.
Wearing too many hats:
This is a huge overlooked problem in the world of traditional business and can single handedly destroy a business overnight. If you are the person handling 2-5 positions ... Views: 2790
Wal-Mart may conger up some images for you, yet one thing Wal-Mart does is to have a Greeter to make people feel welcome. Even the old K-Mart use to announces “Welcome K-Mart shoppers.” Unfortunately, after the Greeter or the welcome message, you get lost in the sea of people and merchandise ... Views: 2788
Additional allowance money may be a little scarce these days, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t other ways for teens to make money. As long as you’re a dedicated and resourceful worker, you won’t have a problem earning cash at all.
Everywhere you look, there are possibilities. If you’re ... Views: 2785
How to Know Your Variable Costs to Increase Profits in Your Small Business
If you don’t know your variable costs you don’t have the information you need to maximize the profits in your small business. You don’t have the information you need to price your products and services. You can't ... Views: 2783
Facebook is the most rapidly growing social networking platform, with over 400 million active users (and climbing quickly). With so many users and with people's preoccupation with Facebook, it makes sense to use the "Like" button to help virally spread the word about what you do to others who ... Views: 2778
Negotiation is a Fact of Life:
Negotiation is a fact of everyday work life. Whether for a company of one or one thousand, negotiations take place all day. Some negotiations take place with little or no notice such as when you and a co-worker decide where to eat lunch. Many negotiations, ... Views: 2773
Nothing is impossible for those who are resourceful and persistent. This statement also applies to making money in a bad economy. As long as you keep your wits about you, earning cash is going to be pretty easy.
You may have a hard time believing me, but times have changed. Don’t go around ... Views: 2736
Never believe purchasing, delegated subordinates, or committees make final decisions. All they do is recommend their decision to their bosses. I frequently hear there’s a committee or some manager or functional person has been assigned the responsibility for the selection. The sad news is ... Views: 2732
CEOs and upper level people don’t refuse to meet with people because of their level or position. They reject them because there is no credibility. Titles indicate credibility, and that’s why it may seem easier for a senior executive to get a meeting with another senior manager. However, title ... Views: 2713
Kitchen stewards are the ones responsible for making sure that everything in the kitchen is kept sanitized whether it’s the utensils, dishes, equipment, or other supplies. This is a big responsibility as it makes sure that the customers of the restaurant use clean utensils, glasses, plates, and ... Views: 2713
What goes through you when your boss or your inner-self says you’ve got to get to the top decision maker for this deal, contract, renewal or sale? It’s probably not great. However, the executive suite is where you have to be to increase you chances of success.
Most sales people quickly boast ... Views: 2707
(New York , NY )—All successful public speakers know that when it comes to creating a unique brand for themselves, it’s not just about what they say—it’s also about what they sell.
“A professionally ghostwritten book is an excellent promotional vehicle for for motivational speakers, public ... Views: 2703
There is an interesting experiment that has been around for a number of years. The purpose of the experiment is to determine how well you follow instructions. Your ability to pass this test is not dependent on your intelligence or the number of years you have been in school.
The test goes ... Views: 2699
Almost all businesses have to face stiff competition with their business rivals in vitually any market today. Having an advantage over them is not enough to guarantee you can sustain your position on the competitive ground. An ongoing analytical survey of the market and its volatility is ... Views: 2699
Many aspiring entrepreneurs hardly break even, while others really know how to run a successful business. Whether you’re just starting out, or you find yourself stuck in a rut, this article will give you the much-needed advice to help you flourish in your business pursuits.
Below are some of ... Views: 2695
by: Geoff Ficke
10 Bullet Point Options for Bootstrapping Your Small Business or Consumer Product Opportunity
Almost every small or micro-business, entrepreneur or inventor faces a harsh financial reality when starting out. They have little or no access to venture capital, financing or ... Views: 2688
“Do You Live in a Touch-Phobic Society?”
• 1. Me: “Are You a skeptic like me? Here something that I researched in scientific journals that Surprised me. Interested?”
• 2. You: “Is it long and drawn-out, or philosophy & theory? Will it do me any good? Tell me.”
• 3. Me: “It’s about ... Views: 2685
Practice is not something one does when their good. Practice is what makes one good.
1. Why is it important, for you or your sales people to get to the leaders? List at least 5 reasons why you’d like to get to top level executives in your customers’ and prospects’ organizations. If you ... Views: 2685
During difficult economic times, how do leaders deal with the challenge of retaining and motivating their best people ?
In an article in the Harvard Business Review online, Kevin Coyne says that many examples of high morale come from situations of great unhappiness and stress. He suggests the ... Views: 2680
One reason many people go into business for themselves is that they have a strong independent streak and want to do things their way (or, is that just me?). However, that drive for independence can also be a detriment. One of the downfalls of being a solo entrepreneur can be not having other ... Views: 2676
This question came up on a coaches forum I like to contribute to, and I know this’ll apply to a lot of my readers…
“How do I cope with no-show clients? A new client hasn’t shown up for two of the four sessions we contracted. Each time she follows up with really apologetic emails, begging me ... Views: 2675
How to Handle the Hostile Reporter
by David Snell
Truth to tell, there aren’t many hostile reporters out there, but there are a few, and if you’re confronted with one it’s a pretty good idea to have specific tools in mind about how you will respond to their questions.
You're expecting a nice ... Views: 2673
A business plan is a road map to success. Before starting any business, it is essential to build a strong business plan. It is not easy to achieve success without having any concrete business plan. It gives a direction to your business. A well-defined structure of the business plan includes all ... Views: 2670
You can make money online. Create incredible value and the money will come. Real Coaching Radio Network is launching a new product to assist coaches, professionals and small business owners: “How to Successfully Launch a New Radio Show, or Any Other Product or Service.” Through the never-fail ... Views: 2666
When you read a lot about it and apply the information to your life regularly and consistently, it will give you wings - of freedom, limitlessness, joy, and realization.
You will become more conscious and independent.
You will feel that life is simpler.
You will feel that you can easily ... Views: 2654
For many new coaches, the focus is on getting coaching experience…period. An option emerging coaches often take is to agree to coach clients without charging for their services. This is what we call pro bono coaching. However, having only or too many pro bono clients will not help us with our ... Views: 2645