Image credit Jacqueline, www.chibird.com Procrastination help: A few weeks ago I outlined some strategies to break through the “procrastination zone”. Here are some additional solutions: As you may recall, I suggested that you pinpoint your priorities and then break down the prioritized tasks into simple, manageable chunks, that can each be accomplished (easily) in one… Continue reading More on breaking through the “procrastination zone”
Category: Behaviors
Action or Re-Action?
Action Equals Business Results If you want business results you must take action, because action (at least the right kind of action) leads to business results. Managing by crisis keeps you on the defensive and leads to re-action. It stymies forward movement and wastes precious time, energy and money that could be invested in positive… Continue reading Action or Re-Action?
The Perils of Undercharging
Lisa runs a solo massage practice in Brooklyn NY. She puts her heart and soul into her work and cares very much for her clients. Although she started about 5 years ago, she was still struggling financially, and recently had to take on a part time job, because she simply does not charge enough for… Continue reading The Perils of Undercharging
Will 2015 be any different?
Happy New Year! How did this year go? Were you able to achieve business goals you set earlier in 2014? If so, congratulations, it’s time to celebrate and set some new goals that will bring you even more of what you want for your business and life this year. But if you’re not quite there… Continue reading Will 2015 be any different?
Do mindsets really matter?
When I was at the gym the other day, pedaling furiously on the bike, a woman sat down next to me and started to complain. She sighed that she doesn’t see much of a point to working out, since genetics control everything anyway… I suppose that there are certain things that are controlled by genetics,… Continue reading Do mindsets really matter?
Separating truth from emotion
When encountering difficult situations, separating truth from emotion and adopting a successful business mindset can make a huge difference in both the outcome and the way you feel about it. Kenneth had an unpleasant encounter with a client and couldn’t stop replaying the events of the day in his head, so much so that he… Continue reading Separating truth from emotion
What really motivates small business owners?
Small business motivation Entrepreneurs, small business owners and self employed folks often have a whole list of entrepreneurial qualities and characteristics in common, some that motivate us and others that, well, sometimes get us into trouble. Today, I’d like to focus on what really motivates us to stay consistently stimulated, enthusiastic and compelled to keep… Continue reading What really motivates small business owners?
Turning “I can’t” into “I CAN”
“I’ll never be able to do THAT…”, “forget it, it’s too hard…” “I’m not good at…” Many of us engage in some negative self talk or have an inner critic that rears it’s ugly little head from time to time. And although it’s a common human trait, if you run a business or work for… Continue reading Turning “I can’t” into “I CAN”
Getting Unstuck
When you run a business or work for yourself, the success of the business is dependent upon your ability to stay focused and move forward consistently. Unfortunately, with so much resting on one’s own ability to make business progress, small business owners may find themselves stuck in a rut and unable to break through it… Continue reading Getting Unstuck
When to fire a client
If you’ve been in business for a while, it’s likely that you’ve run across a client or two, (or possibly even more), that has caused you some pain. Engaging with them sucks your energy, your time, your wallet and can undermine your feeling of self worth. You may even find that you’re turning yourself inside… Continue reading When to fire a client