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Have you ever felt confused when it comes to your business? Maybe you've felt unsatisfied in your business, longed for some challenges, or knew you wanted to enter a new phase or direction of business, but just felt unsure about what to do or how to go about it. Whenever this topic comes up with my clients (as it has also come up for me), I've learned to notice that it isn't really about confusion, it's more about fear of success.
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Is there a part of your business that's on hold because you're just doing what you always do? Are you so caught up in answering emails, trying to get clients, picking up the dry cleaning, and getting dinner on the table (or at least down your throat) that you've lost all sense of purpose? Or maybe the idea of having goals, doing something different, getting your business to another place just feels, well, exhausting and, anyway, if you really went after your dreams, you'd probably be disappointed.
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When I think of all the mistakes I've made in my business (some small and some not-so-small) it's important to remind myself that “perfect” doesn’t equal more successful.
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As the owner of four online companies, my job is to sit down every year and decide my SWOT for the next 12 months and then to consistently revisit my SWOT throughout each year and tweak as needed. What is SWOT and how can you use it to strengthen your business?
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Learn the twelve things to do to get the best return on your investment for your business for 2009.
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Learn what a letter of agreement should include and create yours today.
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In building and growing an online business, or one with a strong online component, there are several must-have tools which will allow you to not only have passive revenue, but to enjoy multiple streams of it. Here's a quick rundown of the most basic tools.
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I have found, with the clients I work with, that they almost always underestimate the resources they already have right here and right now to get started on their new business. If you find yourself doing the same, let me remind you of what you have.
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If you own a small or solo business or practice, or are an independent service professional here are some great business building ideas for you.
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Like any small business, the first few years can create a solid foundation or a rocky one. This Success Story features Monica Ross of Virtual Bookkeeping, a successful seed.
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If you are a small business start up, a micro or solo entrepreneur, you're probably wondering where to find the money that will allow you to grow your business.
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10 Hot Small Business Trends
- Janis Pettit
The small, solo and micro businesses that jump on these trends quickly will have a real edge over the majority and will create a bigger opportunity for success this year. Look at each of these trends and brainstorm how you could integrate them into your business.
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Here are some basic tips that will help you make building a home-based business a reality.
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At one time I thought that how I spent my time was the essential ingredient in determining how well I succeeded. That's so true but I now also realize that how I think determines how I spend my time, so I go a bit deeper.
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They always say that the teacher teaches what they most need to learn. Lately I've had a number of my coaching clients who are struggling with using time effectively. As a result they feel the frustration of not moving forward as quickly as they could.
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If you broke your leg, would you go to a family doctor or an orthopedic surgeon? Well, your potential clients want niched experts as well. It's crucial to pick the niche that's best suited to your expertise.
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If someone told you that in a few hours time you could learn exactly what people in your niche or industry are willing to buy from you, and exactly what will send them enthusiastically to your website, would you be interested in knowing what they're talking about?
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I guess it's just human nature to want others to like us and think well of us. We are brought up to conform, be polite and meet the expectations of the important or powerful people in our lives. We women are especially indoctrinated with these expectations and sometimes we feel we're letting people down if we say NO.
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Are you stumped on ways to grow your business? Check out these 10 ideas to give your business the growth spurt it needs.
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You know what they say about herding cats. (And if you don’t, go find about 8 or 9 felines and try to get them all in one place. As an entrepreneur, I often find myself in the unenviable position of herding cats, metaphorically speaking. And the cats I’m trying to herd are the new business projects that are constantly popping into my head.
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How can changing you perspective up your profits? It's easy.
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Learn how to affordably outsource tasks you don’t like to do and where to find outsourced help.
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Are you ready for the thrills of seeking your own treasure chest of gold? Adventure-seekers, what you’ll need is a map that’ll help lead you to the riches. Play the “Show Me the Money Treasure Hunt Game” to map out how you’re going to find the key that will INCREASE YOUR INCOME and unlock your treasure chest of gold!
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You need a system for filtering out ideas and projects that may be good but won’t take you and your business where you want to go. What you need is an Investment vs. Benefit Filter, an IBF.
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Do you have what it takes to be a Solo-Entrepreneur?
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“I don’t have enough time,” or “I don’t have enough money.” Can you relate to these statements? If you can, read on to find out why this necessarily isn't true.
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It seems nowadays you cant spend five minutes browsing the Internet without finding at least a handful of websites offering to eliminate all of your life's problems for just a few dollars. And I predict there will be more of those sites popping all over the Internet, because getting started in information marketing is so darn easy and profitable. Here are the top 11 reasons you should start your own information marketing business.
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If you've tried your hand at building an Internet-based business but haven't yet reach the success you want, find out these 11 deadly mistakes and how to avoid them.
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There are many parts to building a successful entrepreneur business, but it first and foremost begins with understanding and remembering why you do the work you do. Then it's about clearly understanding who you serve, what their major struggles are, and how what you offer will make their life better. Finally, it's about reaching your ideal client in a way that has them eager to work with you. But most importantly, it's about managing your energy through it all.
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I’m sure you’ve heard over and over the importance of having a “target market,” a specific group of people who share similar qualities and have a problem that you and your business can solve. Now, this is important because you want to have a clear message that speaks directly to potential clients, which has them saying, “Yes! That’s what I want! I’ll hire you NOW.”
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Starting a business can take a lot of time, money, and energy. Since we don't want to completely start from scratch, we often want to copy (legally) other techniques, strategies or processes used by others. On the other hand, what makes your business thrive is your uniqueness. It is your passion and purpose combining with the unique way you develop and deliver your product or service that makes you attractive to customers.
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Have things slowed down for your business now that the warmer months are upon us and people are on vacation or otherwise taking a break from their usual routines? Use this downtime to focus on getting your business ready to rock for the fall by implementing some of these 8 ideas.
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Here are 5 tips on how to find or create a powerful master mind that will move you and your business forward to greater rewards and a whole lot more fun.
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What Is A Solo Entrepreneur?
- Terri Zwierzynski
Learn what it means to be a Solo Entrepreneur.
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According to the US Small Business Administration (SBA) there are approximately 17 million businesses with only one employee (the Owner, President, Principal or Founder) --whatever you call it, it�s JUST you.
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Writing a business plan for your Solo Entrepreneur business doesn't have to be a daunting project. If you can answer 10 straightforward questions about your business, you can be ready to go.
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Risk is Always Reducible
- Rose Hill
Apply the framework that Risk is Always Reducible both in your own business and on the projects you do for your clients. Learn why.
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Becoming an solo entrepreneur can be an exciting prospect, but before you leap into any new business venture or quit that 9-5 ball and chain, pause and do some soul searching. If you are among the roughly 1 in 10 Americans who's serious about wanting to work for yourself, here are some questions to ask yourself and some books to get you thinking about the bigger picture and your life goals.
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Learn some of the obstacles that stop business owners from reaching their Biggest Vision.
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Opening a new business? Get a head start by heeding these time-tested success factors -- doubly important for the Solo Entrepreneur!
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A recent study of 29,000 business startups noted that 26,000 of them failed. Of those failures, 67% had no written business plan. Think that's a coincidence?
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Fail to Plan, Plan to Fail
- Deb Morek
Motivational speaker and award-winning salesman, Zig Ziglar once asked his audience: �Are you a wandering generality, or a meaningful specific?� As I listened to his question I began to think about how it applied to the way many people approach their business operations. Maybe you too have noticed a business owner or someone starting up a business that appears to be wandering in multiple, directions with no obvious business plan, goal, or strategy.
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Some people make decisions without any difficulty, while others struggle. Are you having trouble making a decision? Do you feel overwhelmed by all the choices you have, and aren't sure how to pick just one? No matter how big or small those decisions might be, here's how you can make good, strategic decisions.
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