February 16, 2010
Think about the many things you do every day when you own your own business. When you wrap your mind around the staggering array of tasks to be done and the various skill sets necessary, it can seem like a miracle you’re successful at all. In the years I’ve been coaching small business owners it’s become evident that upwards of 90% of you are not in business because you love business for business sake, or have a MBA. You’re in business because you love to make candles, build websites, help people, or what ever your business offers.
February 16, 2010
Last week I was facilitating my monthly entrepreneur group. This is an impressive group of bright, inspired business folk who truly are committed to making their business a success. They apply what they learn, they continuously work on honing their skills, and they are generous and supportive with each other as they collectively move through the typical challenges all growing business owners face. They’re pretty much doing things right. What struck me however, in this particular session, was regardless of how committed and willing each owner is to learn and grow, each owner seems to have their own personal obstacle to success. An obstacle that could ultimately be their undoing!
February 14, 2010
“To live is so startling it leaves little time for anything else.” – Emily Dickenson
Why is it – no matter how well you manage (or think you manage) your time there never seems to be enough? We all say- time goes by too fast. Actually, what I’ve realized is that time doesn’t go by any faster than it ever has – it’s just me getting older – and, every day that goes by, I feel it more and more.
February 14, 2010
Every new year brings with it the opportunity to reevaluate and reawaken your goals and dreams for your business and life. One of the best ways I know to do that is to revisit the vision, mission and purpose of your business.
February 14, 2010
Answer this question for yourself right now: Are you happy and attaining the things you’ve envisioned for your business and life? If so, congratulations, you’re doing something right – if not keep reading. There are certainly many factors and circumstances that determine whether you get what you want out of life or not. Some of them you don’t have control over, some of them you do. Goal setting – more specifically, learning HOW to reach your goals can be the most useful skill you can learn in order to maximize what you can control and get what you want.
February 14, 2010
I just had an unpleasant experience with one of my online vendors and I’m steaming mad. It’s a classic example of what NOT to do if you care about your customers and want to keep them. Long story short, it was time to renew an annual service I’ve been using for many years. Typically, it’s a simple, automatic process; I get an email saying I’ve been renewed – done.
February 14, 2010
Your financial fitness is probably the last thing you want to talk about – yet, most likely the biggest thing on your mind. Whether you’ve got enough in your bank account or you’re struggling to make ends meet, becoming and staying financially fit is essential to feeling both peaceful, powerful and self realized. Notice – I didn’t say “having money” was essential, I said being financially fit, in other words, being empowered and living in integrity around your finances is what will create the peaceful, yet powerful life you long for.
February 14, 2010
The other day I was coaching Emily, a bright and self aware woman who’s recently stepped up to a very big plate – she wants to take her business to the next level. Her decision holds the potential for many rich and fulfilling rewards, but also contains a rather steep learning curve, an increase in pressure and of course much higher stakes. Interestingly enough, as she meets her days with passion and excitement, she also notices an increase in how easily she gets triggered and upset by seemingly mundane events that throw her off and make her constantly question her ability to succeed.
February 14, 2010
As a business and life coach I hear it all. From the trials and tribulations of business ownership to the juggle and struggle of maintaining balance in a 21st century life – it’s universal. You are working your tail off to support yourself and live your dream. Knowing what it takes to keep a business thriving can sometimes make you wonder why anyone goes into business for themselves. It reminds me of childbirth, no woman EVER says she’s willing to have another baby in the throws of labor, but guess what – the population keeps growing. AND, likewise, small businesses keep growing as well.
February 14, 2010
Unless you live under a rock it’s hard to avoid the recent economic reality we find ourselves in as a nation. Regardless of your political affiliation it’s overwhelming trying to decipher what it all means and stressful wondering if it’s going to be ok. Try as I do to monitor how much media I allow myself to consume, it effects me as a citizen, but even more as a small business owner.
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