You are not a commodity; don’t present yourself like one. And be mindful that your marketing message doesn’t come across to your target audience, as if you are pricing yourself as a commodity. I’m reminded of a question posed in one of the coaching forums that I’m a member of. It’s a question that I…
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One of the most important things about starting or building a business is being memorable in a positive way. Why would someone want to do business with you? The saying is that you only get one chance to make a first impression-it’s not just what you wear, it’s also about how your business presents itself….
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It becomes impossible for business owners to focus on the things they need to know about scaling their business with ease, when they are stuck in the weeds of their business, putting out fires, have unending ‘to do’ lists, overflowing email inboxes, not enough hours in the day and never have any free time. I’ve…
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The theme that comes up often, in my one-on-one coaching and consulting sessions with private clients, is the notion around having the emotional, physical, and intellectual reserves to lead your company. This theme gets me thinking about the self-care rituals that I incorporate into my daily life, that pay off in my business results. In the…
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Have you even been told to ‘sit down and shut up’? Have you ever been stifled for words? Have you ever lost trust with your partner or workplace/confidant? Chances are, you’ve lost your power; the power to express opinions, suggestions and fears — and ultimately the power to be heard. Michela Quilici, President & CEO of…
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Everyone needs to get some solid business advice from a trusted friend or partner at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, not everyone takes the time to listen — or hears, but decides to go their own way. It is the times when we chose to charge off to try an ill-planned idea that we think…
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