For many business owners, the cold weather brings a lull in revenue that leaves them feeling less “holiday cheer” and more “how on earth am I going to keep my festive lights twinkling.” Whether you’re a photographer, or a bathing suit designer, or a florist, those few months when you’re a little too slow for your liking can feel like they last an eternity. The good news is, just because your service or product is seasonal, doesn’t mean you’re doomed to spend the winter hoping for a holiday miracle to swoop in and infuse your bank account!
Shine Bright Like a Diamond, Even in a Sea of Glitter
Sometimes, creating a business that stands out is HARD. Just the other day, I talked with a business owner who felt like her chances at success were hopeless, because she was a small fish in a gigantic pond. Similar business owners were a dime a dozen, so all anyone seemed to care about was price. She felt like the only way to attract new clients was to slash her prices, to the point of giving up her profit entirely. There is another way! No matter how many fish are in your pond, you can make your business stand out, without sacrificing your time, money, or sanity. The formula is simple, and if you follow it, you’ll be shining bright in no time!
Comcast Customer Service Stinks, Yours Doesn’t Have to!
Today, I had an absurd experience with a Comcast customer service rep, and it got me thinking. How many times have you completely turned on a business, based solely on the careless way they treated you? So often, the experience, the feelings, are the things that our clients remember about us, so ensuring you’re blowing their expectations out of the water from start to finish is priceless! Improve your customer service skills with these tips!View Full Post »
Why Your Competition Should be Your BFF, not Your Enemy
Nothing bums me out quite like watching women tear each-other apart, and in the business world, it is running rampant. So often, the ladies I chat with are hopelessly hooked on what everyone else is doing, sometimes so much that it is negatively impacting their business. As if that wasn’t bad enough, those women are missing out on a significant opportunity to grow, and market themselves. If you believe your competition is your enemy, let me try to change your mind!View Full Post »
Working With Me, According to One of My Clients!
Frequently, people I talk to ask me what it’s like to work with me. I’m always happy to explain but thought, “I know who could explain this even better”….one of my clients! I feel so privileged to have been a part of Megan’s journey, and was so thrilled that she was willing to share her experiences with you! If you’ve ever wondered what being my business BFF (aka: my client) is like, this post has your name all over it!View Full Post »