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29th September 2009
I was leading a teleconference this morning with twenty interesting, diverse, solo entrepreneurs, consultants and coaches. The hot subject up for discussion was how “overwhelmed,” beat, tired, and burned-out many of the people were feeling due to the ... Read >
Author: wbdoyle07th September 2009
Saving for retirement is even more important for solo-entrepreneurs because you don’t have a company sponsored pension plan or matching 401K contributions to rely on. There are many retirement plans available to self employed individuals and small busi... Read >
Author: wbdoyle02nd September 2009
You’ve heard it a million times – cash flow can make or break a business. Lack of cash flow planning is the reason why many businesses fail. In fact, many PROFITABLE businesses fail because of cash flow issues. Without adequate cash flow, you can... Read >
Author: wbdoyle17th August 2009
If only I had a dollar for each time I get asked "How's the recession affecting your business?" My answer? "It's not. I've got my own bailout plan."
I feel like I'm almost expected to complain at the sound of the "R" word when it comes up in conversa... Read >
Author: Allison Babb12th August 2009
Not having an easily recognizable business identity, or brand, that matches your innate style and spirit is hurting your business. Which means bottom line, it’s hurting your income – not a good thing.
Most solo entrepreneurs have the mistaken idea ... Read >
Author: Helen Graves21st July 2009
Women and men in their 60s and 70s are now busy re-inventing themselves, sharpening and learning new skills and beginning new enterprises. After quitting a corporate job or retiring from teaching many of you aren’t ready to stay home and watch TV knit a... Read >
Author: Kaya Singer15th June 2009
So what do you sell? For a lot of solopreneurs, the answer is just one thing. Maybe two. I'd like to encourage you to rethink that. And even if you have a good selection, it won't sell if it just sits there.
Customers show up to do business with you in... Read >
Author: Allison Babb05th June 2009
Are you a solo entrepreneur running your own business out of your home? If so, you're probably like most solo entrepreneurs: you're running a business that is primarily a party of one. One-person businesses are very common, especially for women.
It's n... Read >
Author: Susan L Reid06th May 2009
Startup businesses need to realize that a successful business marketing plan is based on sound market research data rather than on a gut feeling, hunch or luck. Small businesses that realize this will have a competitive advantage. Since most entrepreneur... Read >
Author: Lori Olson09th April 2009
Whether you join a networking group or you're trying to get your clients to refer others to you, one thing's for sure, when the referrals show up, you want them to be qualified referrals.
Let's face it, it's great when more people show up to do busines... Read >
Author: Allison Babb27th March 2009
"The day you plant the seed is NOT the day you eat the fruit. Don't worry, don't get frustrated, be persistent. It's on its way to you." That's a thought that always stays with me in taking my business (or one of my clients' businesses) to the very next l... Read >
Author: Fabienne Fredrickson20th March 2009
A reliable and powerful communication system is necessary for any small business enterprise. With a small business PBX system, you can stay connected anywhere, at any time. You can communicate easily with your associates and customers from any location. E... Read >
Author: John Kinskey23rd February 2009
Virtual PBX or virtual phone system is a cost-efficient alternative to traditional PBX phone system. The virtual phone system is a fully automatic call answering and routing communication system. It is provided through advanced VOIP technology and managed... Read >
Author: Armstrong C08th January 2009
In case you have not heard, the virtual assistance industry is exploding, growing by leaps and bounds. Virtual assistants (VAs) are partnering with solo attorneys, solo entrepreneurs, and small business owners to assist with virtual paralegal, administrat... Read >
Author: Full Service Virtual Assistant11th November 2008
QUOTE: "People will go where they are given 1ncrease" - Napoleon Hill
Too many solo-entrepreneurs, especially women, tend to downplay their successes. They either don't stop long enough to see how much they've actually accomplished, or they're too shy ... Read >
Author: Fabienne Fredrickson13th October 2008
There are some solo-entrepreneurs that market 'til they're blue in the face, and STILL don't attract ideal, high-paying clients. They're seemingly doing all the "right things": they've got marketing materials, marketing plans, they're speaking, networking... Read >
Author: Fabienne Fredrickson30th September 2008
"I'm a management consultant with over twenty years experience in many areas of management, from marketing, to sales, to customer service, and I am skilled at sales presentations, and negotiations. I've worked for Fortune 500 companies, have my MBA, and ... Read >
Author: Bonita L. Richter, MBA02nd September 2008
Would you like to make more money and double your income in the next year? If you're like most solo entrepreneurs, the thought sounds very attractive. But, then things start getting fuzzy about how you are going to accomplish that goal. You might even ... Read >
Author: Bonita L. Richter, MBA14th August 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Fabienne Fredrickson
Pulling clients in is not only more fun than pushing hard to "get" clients, it's MUCH easier. Who wouldn't rather have clients call them instead of pounding the pavement? The concept is a no-brainer to grasp, but... Read >
Author: Fabienne Fredrickson12th August 2008
As we all want to be able to reach the goals that we have set for ourselves, in that respect nothing is wrong with having a tool to help us get there. Life coaching has been able to help many people accomplish their goals throughout their lifetime, no mat... Read >
Author: Timothy Rehnquist02nd July 2008
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It is on websites that are not well known and established that cookies may become a concern. Because they can be installed without your knowledge, cookies can be installed by a third party from a webs... Read >
Author: Lori17th June 2008
Many solo entrepreneurs believe certain things about starting their own business that are just not true. Continuing to believe in these myths can lead you down the path to destruction. Here are some of them:
•Since I’m just working for me, there... Read >
Author: suegold08th May 2008
Sad to say, but a significant majority of solo entrepreneurs are laboring under the delusion that once they get their website up, clients will flock to them in droves. (Hey, I used to be one of them.)
Unfortunately, my friend, that is quite simply a ... Read >
Author: Helen Graves03rd April 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Fabienne Fredrickson
There are some solo-entrepreneurs that market 'til they're blue in the face, and STILL don't attract ideal, high-paying clients. They're seemingly doing all the "right things": they've got marketing materials, ma... Read >
Author: Fabienne Fredrickson06th February 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Fabienne Fredrickson
Let me share a big secret with you that all wealth-y solo-entrepreneurs know: If you want to have an ideal business, work less and make a whole lot more, I can assure you that you CANNOT do it by yourself. You mu... Read >
Author: Fabienne Fredrickson14th August 2007
Copyright (c) 2007 Fabienne Fredrickson
It's a phenomenon that happens to most people in business for themselves after a few years. When solo-entrepreneurs first get started in marketing their business, they have gusto, they have energy, and many take ... Read >
Author: Fabienne Fredrickson30th July 2007
Last summer, I attended a remarkable five-day training known as the Enlightened Warrior Training Camp at which I learned eight essential attitudes of warriors-those who will stop at nothing to achieve the cherished, fulfilling life they want for themselve... Read >
Author: Linda Puig26th July 2007
If you’re like most freelance copywriters and other solo entrepreneurs, you get rattled when it’s time to talk about money with your clients. You may feel like you are being greedy or sleazy, or you might worry that your fees are too high or too low. ... Read >
Author: Kathy30th May 2007
Hiring a coach is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your business. Here are just a few of the benefits.
1. Reach your goals much faster than you would on your own. If you could do it on your own, you would have done it by now. What is ... Read >
Author: LaVera J. Gaston15th April 2007
The massive advantages and benefits of video and multimedia marketing is no longer the sole province of the privileged corporations. Over recent years, digital technology has made it possible for just about anyone to create near broadcast quality producti... Read >
Author: Dave Foster20th February 2007
Too many SUCCESSFUL entrepreneurs ride the ‘Feast or Famine’ wave. They have almost too much business and are SO busy, or they’re worried, anxious, and restless because nothing is going on. There’s nothing more draining and exhausting than riding ... Read >
Author: Heather Dominick, Solo-Entrepreneur Expert18th December 2006
Having organized and attended networking events for the last four years, I am always still surprised and amazed to see how many solo-entrepreneurs and small business owners don’t have business cards, or don’t have professional business cards.
H... Read >
Author: Biba Pedron16th December 2006
Having organized and attended networking events for the last four years, I am always still surprised and amazed to see how many solo-entrepreneurs and small business owners don’t have business cards, or don’t have professional business cards.
Hav... Read >
Author: Biba Pedron23rd July 2006
You've heard it a million times cash flow can make or break a business. Lack of cash flow planning is the reason why many businesses fail. In fact, many PROFITABLE businesses fail because of cash flow issues. Without adequate cash flow, you can't pay... Read >
Author: Kristine McKinley28th May 2006
Let's start with the good news. You've no doubt heard the statistics: that 9 out of 10 new businesses fail. Well, it turns out that census data show that about 65% of new businesses were still in operation after 4 years. As we dig a little bit deeper, t... Read >
Author: Germaine A Hoston06th March 2006
Copyright 2006 Kristine McKinley
Saving for retirement is even more important for solo-entrepreneurs because you don't have a company sponsored pension plan or matching 401K contributions to rely on. There are many retirement plans available to self e... Read >
Author: Kristine McKinley16th February 2006
If you're like most freelance copywriters and other solo entrepreneurs, you get rattled when it's time to talk about money with your clients. You may feel like you are being greedy or sleazy, or you might worry that your fees are too high or too low. Inev... Read >
Author: Kathleen Poole16th February 2006
Copyright 2006 Donna Gunter
Mastermind groups are nothing new. In fact, Napoleon Hill writes about them in his classic, "Think and Grow Rich", in which he defines "Master Mind" as the "coordination of knowledge and effort, in a spirit of harmony, betw... Read >
Author: Donna Gunter17th August 2005
Time To Play
Copyright 2005 Deborah Carraro
Vascorp VA Services
http://www.vascorp.com/va
One of the biggest challenges faced by solo-entrepreneurs is
scheduling personal time - time away from the business. It's
particularly challenging when... Read >
Author: Deborah Carraro25th July 2005
Copyright 2005 Priya Shah
Marketers have found that blogs are excellent tools for communicating with their audience. Anyone who has something to sell or an idea to promote can benefit from using blogs.
Corporates like Nike are using blogs to build... Read >
Author: Priya Shah
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