Opinions Matter and Are to Be Welcomed
Opinions Matter and Are to Be Welcomed…On occasion, we have the urge to blurt out our opinions but tend to hold back. We know that if we do say what’s on our mind, the other person will take offense. On another level, the perspective we hold would provide value. The decision of whether to speak or keep quiet becomes a balancing act, and on some occasions, it is an ‘Oh Well’ with fingers crossed…
When Is It Enough and Time to Walk Away?
When Is It Enough and Time to Walk Away…The thought of ‘calling it quits’ arrives frequently. When a job or project seems to drag on forever without satisfaction the thought of quitting brings a smile to one’s face; but is it the best idea?
Are You Asking Questions that Promote Results?
Are You Asking Questions that Promote Results?…A new collaborative effort can be tricky, particularly when issues arise. Asking sensitive questions becomes a necessity. Unaccustomed to the other person’s thinking, diplomacy is paramount.
Communication Strategies that Improve Results
Communication Strategies that Improve Results…Although there are many styles of communication, improved results may be seen by applying two strategies. The caution is not everyone will buy into their validity. Should you be a person who believes either of the two strategies is wishful thinking, then you are at this moment challenged to reconsider that thought…
Five Steps to Keep Business On Track
Five Steps to Keep Business On Track…It may be common sense for some, but for most people new to the business profession, the five steps to keep business on a specific track are an unknown. The other side of it is a complete lack of understanding as to the importance they hold when it comes to achieving success…
Why Sales Are Lost and What to Do
Why Sales Are Lost and What to Do: It goes without saying that salespeople have a terrible reputation in spite of many admired leaders in the field. Occasionally, I give thanks to a couple of people who are doing everything they may for raising the perception of the profession…
What Does It Mean to Be a Human Being Positively Human?
What Does It Mean to Be a Human Being Positively Human?…What if we did not feel like turning a blind eye toward a homeless person? What if we could see the person underneath the shell? How would our world change?These are questions that I pondered as I moved to Nevada County 2 years ago…
Tough Sales Can Produce Winning Events
Tough Sales Can Produce Winning Events…In an ideal world, every sale would be a breeze. A happy client would drop into your lap and need little in the way of persuasion to adopt your service or buy your product. But as anyone who has worked in sales can tell you—that’s not how it happens…
Do You Have Tasty Recipes for Success?
Do You Have Tasty Recipes for Success?…Content marketers can learn a lot from the online videos featuring new recipes. The moment a food video appears, people drop what they are doing to watch. As the sales funnel flipped, today it is all about attraction selling…
New Age Marketing and Sales Ideas
New Age Marketing and Sales Ideas: Those who are not willing to consider new ideas for business may as well revert to driving a horse and buggy. The theme as of late…
How Do You Rate for Versatility?
How Do You Rate for Versatility? To better understand a range of perspectives we encounter every day, I’m asking you to imagine …
Convert Overwhelm to Business Success
Convert Overwhelm to Business Success: Do you feel completely stretched out throughout the day between working overtime, children, the second job, household duties, or anything else? For entrepreneurs, the scenario can become a nightmare and lead one to wonder, “What the heck am I thinking?”…
Do Your Projects Have Purpose?
Do Your Projects Have Purpose?…How many times have you heard someone say, “I’m going to…” but that something special never happens?…
Today’s Decisions Affect Tomorrow’s Outcome
Today’s Decisions Affect Tomorrow’s Outcome…It’s difficult to avoid the news altogether although at times some may certainly wish to do so. Comedians are having a field day with everyday events. Previously, this blog spoke to finding the motive for being called into meetings.
Build Referrals Fuel Sales
Build Referrals Fuel Sales…Most everyone craves receiving referrals, but only a small percentage of people are successful. Today’s blog examines the better ways to build your reputation and receive introductions for potential new business…
Model Successful Behavior to Be Successful
Model Successful Behavior to Be Successful
Uncertainty Requires Planned Action
Uncertainty Requires Planned Action: Should you be concerned about ‘what’s next’, due to uncertainty as our history to be laid out in front of us, there are cautionary steps you may take…
Psychological Power Having Plan B
Psychological Power Having Plan B: Most often, Plan B is seen as our safety net although it doesn’t quite possess the star power as does our original idea…Backup plans harness further motivation.
