I've been preparing and in the midst of the State Fair marathon for about eight months now. At "T minus 10" days until opening ceremonies, I'm starting to not only put in long hours, but the pace is alarming. I'm no stranger to working 16-hour days, seven days a week--that part I can handle; it's keeping it together mentally, physically and professionally that is imperative. … [Read more...]
Niki Irmal Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
I'm very happy to announce that another female business thought leader has joined the Women On Business writing team. Please join me in welcoming Niki Irmal! About Niki Irmal Niki Irmal is very passionate about small business and its positive impact to local communities and the overall economy. She has worked for several technology startups and has built a small business … [Read more...]
Linda C. Smith Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
Please join me in welcoming another phenomenal business woman to the Women On Business writing team -- Linda C. Smith. About Linda C. Smith Linda C Smith is a home-based business owner living in California. She is a fine artist working in mosaic art. She considers artists to be akin to those in the direct selling industry…selling art person-to-person is very much like … [Read more...]
Tasha Bovain Joins the Women On Business Writing Team
I'm pleased to announce that Tasha Bovain has joined the Women On Business writing team. Please join me in welcoming her to the Women On Business community! About Tasha Bovain Tasha Bovain is a freelance copywriter and consultant specializing in creating online marketing communications for women business owners. With a passion for business and over a decade of writing … [Read more...]
Knowing When To Let Go
For a small woman, I have a lethal grip. I tend to clench tightly to projects and initiatives, even when they're dying a slow death. I am a self-proclaimed control freak somewhat in recovery; I am learning to let go. I have always felt that the more control I have over a project, the better it will turn out...and sometimes it's true, but at what cost? High stress = NO … [Read more...]
Top 30 Business and Entrepreneurship Blogs by Women
Natalie MacNeil of She Takes on the World, compiled an amazing list of the top 30 business and entrepreneurship blogs by women. I'm happy to announce that Women On Business ranked at the top of the list! Follow the link above to see complete list of blogs that made the top 30. There are truly some incredible blogs and business women included! … [Read more...]
Find Out Who Your “Friends” Are
Country singer Tracy Lawrence has a great song that tells a story of a guy who's been at the top, and when he gets down on his luck he finds out who his friends are. Most of us have friended a friend of a friend (prior to Facebook that sentence would have made no sense what so ever). Then before you know it, you have 502 “friends” in your life. Well, with all the hype about … [Read more...]
Quick Marketing Tips for Steady and Long Term Growth
With today's marketplace so cluttered, business owners have to differentiate themselves from the rest of the bunch. Continue reading to learn some of the fastest ways to market your business in a cluttered market. All marketing material images and tones should coincide with your brand. Website, postcards, mission statement, slogan, brochures, newsletters, letters, press … [Read more...]
Using the L Word in Business
I use it every day. The more I find myself engaged in relationships that cross both personal and professional boundaries, the less I try to resist. I can also say that the advent of social networking has made building true friendships easier at work where once a line was drawn. And dropping a "love ya," or a "sending love your way" comment seems to soften those lines even … [Read more...]
Blogging – The New “In” Marketing Strategy
Blogging has become the most innovative marketing strategy since the creation of the Internet and the print sales letter. Blogs are great for online marketing campaigns because they are interactive communities for business owners and their audiences. Blogs, mostly have been used as substitutes or supplements to websites because they are user-friendly, easy to manage and … [Read more...]