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Bridging the Great Divide Between Ideas and Action - By Laurie DuparPut an End To Time Robbers - By Laurie DuparProductivity for Life - By Laurie Dupar- Employee Recognition Creates Positive Workplace Communities - by Submitted on May 11, 2015 from Pat HeydlauffEngaging employees requires more than directing them in what to do; they also need to receive credit for their accomplishments. Such recognition helps to improve the employee experience according to Ventana Research: Five Reasons to Use Social Recognition in Business, 2014. The research ...
Views: 1323 - What Can You Release - So You Can Really Focus? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerImagine this... You're feeling very relaxed and refreshed. You've had a marvelous vacation filled with family and fun. Your business has been in a holding pattern, just as you had planned. You're ready to get back to work now that vacation has ended. Are the kids back in school (or ...
Views: 1245(3 votes) - What Can You Release - So You Can Really Focus? - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerImagine this... You're feeling very relaxed and refreshed. You've had a marvelous vacation filled with family and fun. Your business has been in a holding pattern, just as you had planned. You're ready to get back to work now that vacation has ended. Are the kids back in school (or ...
Views: 1245(3 votes) - SAVINGS ADD UP WITH À LA CARTE REWARD PROGRAMS - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2015 from shubham anandYou did be hard-pressed to find any company that wasn’t interested in increasing their employees’ motivation and engagement. Consider what engaged, motivated employees look like: they understand clearly what’s expected of them; they’re interested in their tasks; they derive a personal sense of ...
Views: 1079(1 vote) - Inspire your Workforce: Take Leadership in your Workplace - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2015 from Helen WallisHaving an effective leader at its helm means that a business is much more likely to find long term success. If you want to inspire your workforce, consider if there are any of the issues outlined below which you need to address. Create the Right Environment The working environment is ...
Views: 1297 - PREPAID DEBIT CARD INCENTIVES – DRIVE ROI AND INCREASE SALES - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2015 from shubham anandPrepaid Debit Card Incentives – Drive ROI and Increase Sales CEO Steve Damerow – Discover How Using Prepaid Debit Cards As An Incentive Can Drive ROI and Increase Sales For Your Business from The ISI Group of Companies on Vimeo. Steve Damerow, the CEO of The ISI Group, is back to talk about ...
Views: 846(1 vote) - More Than Just “Stuff” – Why Rewards Are So Important - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2015 from shubham anandWhy are objects and success symbols so important? For the same reason that an object can be meaningless to one person, but priceless to another—we attach personal significance to objects. Objects are clues and links to our thoughts, memories and emotions. For this reason, they make better ...
Views: 859(1 vote) - Lagniappe ~ The Secret Ingredient to Success in Real Estate - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2015 from Michelle SpaldingOne of my favorite words to say is Lagniappe, (pronounced LAN-yap) which means “'to increase; to add'”. The idea of getting something a little extra when making a purchase makes us all smile. That extra is something that exceeds our expectations. It’s like the baker's dozen. The little extra ...
Views: 1098 - Systems = More Free Time and $$ - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2015 from Michelle SpaldingOne of my favorite books is The EMyth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber. The book tells the story of why many small businesses fail and offers suggestions on preventing it. Much of it has to do with systems, or lack thereof. Systems are what can help you take your business to the next level. ...
Views: 964 - The Predicament of Entrepreneurial Boredom - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2015 from ling wongThere Is Nothing Wrong With You, Except…YOU ARE BORED! Yeah, I know, if you are anything like me, you are screaming, “That’s not me!” You have this list to build, that website to upgrade and those programs to launch. Oh, and the kids to chase. You don’t even have a moment to pop a zit, ...
Views: 1243 - 5 Ways to Hack Your Brain to Unleash it's Productivity - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Lucas ThomasTop 5 Productivity Hacks Do you want to be more productive, but don’t know how? Then you are in luck as this month’s Top 5 is how to become more productive during your daily routine. #1: Power Naps Feel like your mind is done for the day? Overworked? And Overwhelmed? Power naps ...
Views: 1525(2 votes) - 10 Surprising Productivity Hacks You Probably Haven't Heard About - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2015 from Jan Godlewski1. Wear and eat the same things every day Mark Zuckerberg’s and Steve Jobs’ outfit shows it clearly: the less time you devote to mundane decisions, the more time you gain for doing great things, working better, achieving more. Try to standardize your work outfit and, if it’s not too much ...
Views: 1040 - Manage Your Value, Manage Your Time - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2015 from Carrie GreeneLike many of us I use Facebook to communicate with friends and clients. I use it to follow my daughter’s adventures as she travels in Europe and Israel. And yes, I use it to browse and see what people are up to. It’s amazing how much time you can spend on Facebook, isn’t it? I went on ...
Views: 921 - 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: 1253 - Five Reasons to Avoid Getting Locked into a Contract for Dental Marketing - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2015 from Cynthia WitsonAs a dentist you are in the business of keeping monitoring dental health and making beautiful smiles, not marketing. Taking on the role as marketer in addition to your main responsibility can be overwhelming, especially with all the advancements of the digital age. You are probably not an expert ...
Views: 1036 - One Simple Tip to Instantly Get the Most from Every Business Meeting - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2015 from Lisa MininniClients are curious about how I manage to get so much done. They ask how I manage my continuously growing business, travel to speak at association summits and free time for the important people in my life. Before you assume I have a magic wand in my back pocket, I have a number of ...
Views: 1354 - Success people and the Passion - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2015 from Theresia ValoczySuccessful peoples and the passion Successful peoples see the goals in the morning, and evening. Everyday. They focus this during the day. It gives stength, it carries forward. Succesful peoples know this. They live with the power of goals, use in active. They will become another person, ...
Views: 1586 - 5 Simple Techniques to Get Unstuck - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2015 from Melissa HeislerIt happens to each one of us at one time or another. We become stuck. We enter a state of lethargy. Whether it involves our work or our home life, there are just days (and unfortunately sometimes weeks and months) where we feel stuck. We don’t seem to have the energy to move forward. We feel the ...
Views: 1467 - How to Boost Your Productivity - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2015 from Lisa MininniHave you ever wondered why you perform better with some work activities and yet procrastinate on others? When your business is rapidly growing, it can be challenging to keep yourself and even your team consistently motivated. Generic organizing techniques might work for a while, but they ...
Views: 1184 - Triple your productivity - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2015 from Melissa PringleThink of how much you could get done if you were able to triple your productivity. It’s very simple to triple how much you do but you do have to make sure you plan ahead in case you have work, children and other distractions. Sleep, Exercise and Eat Well The very first step would be to make ...
Views: 865 - Top 5 Habit Tracking Resources - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2015 from Melissa PringleIf you are trying to improve yourself or achieve a goal, you will want to know these top 5 habit tracking resources. Remember it takes more then 21 days to form a habit, it takes about 6 weeks or longer to do something without thinking about it, only if it is done every day at the same ...
Views: 1095 - 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: 1234(2 votes) - Stop the Insanity; Increase Your Profits By Changing Direction - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2015 from Carrie GreeneInsanity. According to Albert Einstein it's to do the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. According to this definition I've marketed, coached, managed email, engaged in social media, worked my plan and so much more in an insane manner. As a business owner it's ...
Views: 797 - How to Stay Motivated and Focused in 5 Steps - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2016 from CJ MosesWe all know that life sometimes gets in the way of business. It's something that is totally out of our control. We may experience financial difficulties, family challenges and health concerns, that can all be distractions from your business. Yet, as life goes on, so does business. So the ...
Views: 1225(1 vote) - 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: 1238 - Good Decision Making For Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2015 from Carrie GreeneI’m not so sure the saying “a diamond’s a girl’s best friend” is true. Go ahead and read these two stories, then let me know what you think… Diamond Story 1: About five years ago I received a wonderful present from my mother-in-law. A pair of 18 karat gold earrings she inherited from her ...
Views: 965 - How Going "Green" Can Help Your Business Bring in More Profits - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2014 from Lizzie WeakleyGoing green is something that businesses need to embrace to foster sustainable practices, benefit the environment and appease increasingly eco-conscious shareholders. Although the whole idea of "environmentalism" and "going green" can be a little nebulous and tough to pin down, there are a ...
Views: 984 - Playful Universe, Fun Loving Nature and Seriously Damaged Mind - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2016 from Andriana ElohaI’ll jump right to the point from the very start. That’s a new rule for article writing, which differs from the set standard, but as long as it serves the main goal of the article, I’ll just do it. Let us start with this question. When do the chosen things happen in the easiest, most ...
Views: 1351 - Getting Past Sales Objections - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2014 from Carrie GreeneIt seems that every time I’m on a sales call I get an objection. Sometimes it’s a concern about the program taking too much time or costing too much. Sometimes they already have taken programs and want to do more with them before moving on or getting more. Maybe they feel that they can’t make ...
Views: 982 - The Secret to Sales Conversations When Price Doesn't Matter - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2014 from Carrie GreeneIf you're in business you've almost certainly heard "That's a lot of money. I don't know if I can afford that." I bet you'd prefer to hear "I don't care what it costs, fix it!" How do you help someone understand the value of what they are getting by working with you? How do you help them ...
Views: 909 - Online bestsellers; utilizing Internet systems - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageIf you're like most authors you have a very important message you desire to share with as many people around the globe as possible. With the information contained on these pages you are in a better position to achieve your goal. You will learn what you can do to reach large numbers of potential ...
Views: 1274 - Demographics Analysis for Online Marketing - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageKnowing your market is essential to your business success. Understanding demographics enables you to do incredibly targeted marketing. The demographics of your market are their geographic location, age, gender, family status, income, buying behavior, buying preferences, etc. Analyzing the ...
Views: 1171 - 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: 1024 - Extraordinary Things Happen in Small Increments - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2014 from Richard GreeneSo how do Peak Performers accomplish extraordinary things? The answer is simple. The process is simple. But you have to be dedicated to commit to it. Peak Performers practice self-development techniques or activities EVERYDAY. That’s right. They do it every day. Everyday might seem like a lot. ...
Views: 1507 - Squeeze Ins - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from Carrie GreeneA client was a couple of minutes late to our call. He immediately apologized and told me he got caught up in a squeeze-in, he was getting himself a cup of coffee. We laughed for a moment and then he got real serious. He said "You know, as I was getting the coffee I kept hearing your voice ...
Views: 792 - 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: 1249 - Do You Make Decisions While You Sleep? - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2014 from Sylvia FernandesA while back I watched a movie called "Remember Sunday" where the hero suffers short-term memory loss due to a brain aneurism. Waking up every morning his mind was a total blank about the previous day. So he had to record himself daily to remind himself of important things he had to do that ...
Views: 1338 - 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: 1052 - Commodity vs Value Based Pricing for Your Services - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2014 from Carrie GreeneIt’s an interesting conundrum. We are told that we must provide amazing customer service if we want to get and hold on to customers, but it’s not always true. Don't believe me? Think about how many hours you spend waiting for customer service for your Internet or cell phone company. There ...
Views: 772 - An Ever-Growing Gap Between Managers And Employees In The Information Age - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2014 from William CottringerAn Ever-Growing Gap Between Managers And Employees In The Information Age By William Cottringer When we first started on the path of the Information Age in the early eighties, we had no earthly idea where it was going to take us. Ironically, here in 2014, we still don’t know the answer ...
Views: 1594 - Stop Making Excuses: Improve Your Business, Increase Your Profits - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2014 from Carrie GreeneLegitimate excuses. no excuses What’s yours? We all have them. A legitimate excuse is the reason you say you can’t do something. I hear a lot of legitimate excuses. I hear them from clients during coaching calls and, boy, do I hear them during sales conversations. Legitimate ...
Views: 996 - Finding Inspiration In Everyday Life – Are You Looking In The Right Places? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2014 from Bave New ManLive your life. Switch off. Unplug. Experience things. This was the advice I read the other day from a writer. I think about it every day. I look around during my commute to work in a crowded train and I see strangers with their heads down, plugged in. Smart phones, e-readers, iPods, tablets, ...
Views: 1918(1 vote) - Is Summer Almost to a Close? - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2014 from Kim Kirmmse TothIt hardly seems possible that it's almost mid-September. I don't think I really was paying much attention until all the stores are selling school supplies, and then I took notice. School? Already? Yup, our street will be really quiet with all the kiddos back in class. That also means ...
Views: 1332 - The Creativity Spot - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2014 from Sylvia FernandesHaving breakfast at a hotel coffee shop yesterday I waited for a friend to join me. He was on a conference call and due any minute. I have my grandmother's habit of drinking a hot beverage when it is piping hot so as the waitress served my cup of coffee I reached out for it and started sipping ...
Views: 1483 - How Effective Are You At Work? - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinDo you think you are being effective at work? While it is common for most of us to believe that we are perfectly effective, this isn’t always the case. In fact, we all have certain strengths and weaknesses that have a direct impact on how we perform at work. If you could tweak some of your ...
Views: 1187 - Stay Energized to Remain Productive - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinHave you ever felt like you just don’t have the energy to make it through the day at work? There are days when it seems too difficult to keep your eyes open and stay focused, and all you would want to do is sleep or take a nap. While it is natural for any human being to feel tired or exhausted, ...
Views: 1594 - 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: 1319 - Bring Back the Dinner Table Conversation (Ideation) - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2014 from Sylvia HendersonIs there even a dinner table anymore? Could this be one of the reasons our kids have difficulty with creative problem-solving? Never mind our kids…I’m hearing from employers that their employees, especially in the 18-to-30 age range, lack creative ideas and have poor decision-making, and ...
Views: 1623 - Own a Business? 6 Challenges to Watch Out For - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2014 from Andrea NovakowskiYou might not think the owner of a computer services firm would face the same day-to-day problems as someone who runs a childcare center. But in reality, no matter what type of company you own, certain universal challenges are almost guaranteed to crop up. In my 17 years as a business coach, ...
Views: 2162(1 vote) - 10 Simple, Everyday Ways You Can Be More Productive - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2014 from Kayla MatthewsWhen I wake up in the morning, I generally have a huge, mental list of a dozen or so big tasks I want to accomplish in the day. But, more often than not, I don’t accomplish all of those things. I’ve been working on improving my productivity for years, and I really feel like I’m getting somewhere ...
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