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When was the last time you gave yourself the gift of a peaceful, relaxing, retreat to reflect, renew and recharge your vision for your life and business?

 

 

 

 

What would it feel like to claim your own personal brand of power, build a profitable business working with clients you LOVE? What would it feel like to be completely supported by a real-life mentor who cares about your success? What if you had the exact steps to create consistent cash flow and enjoy a freedom based business and lifestyle?

What would it feel like to effortlessly blend your personal life with a business you are so passionate about? What if you could create your own personal blueprint that includes every aspect of your life? (self-care, family, spouse/partner, children, friends, business and community)

2012 is a leap year and I’d love to see you “soar” to the level of success you dream about so I’ve created a very special, private, intimate 2-day retreat at a rejuvenating spa location in Southern California to support you in reaching your Big Ideas, Dreams and Goals.

The Smart Women SOAR 2-Day Retreat
January 27 & 28, 2012
www.SmartWomenSolutions.com/retreat

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The Smart Women SOAR 2-Day Retreat

What would it feel like to claim your own personal brand of power, build a profitable business working with clients you LOVE? What would it feel like to be completely supported by a real-life mentor who cares about your success? What if you had the exact steps to create consistent cash flow and enjoy a freedom based business and lifestyle?

www.SmartWomenSolutions.com/retreat/

What would it feel like to effortlessly blend your personal life with a business you are so passionate about? What if you could create your own personal blueprint that includes every aspect of your life? (self-care, family, spouse/partner, children, friends, business and community)

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Smart Women Make Decisions

I was watching the holiday classic, “The Polar Express” with my children recently and in the movie, Tom Hanks, who plays the role of conductor, said to Billy as he exited the train, “It’s not as important to know where the train is going as it is to make a decision to get on the train.” Very wise words indeed. Getting in the habit of making decisions will be one of the best decisions you can make in 2012!

When we are faced with having to choose, we struggle. It can be something as simple as what to have for dinner to a more complex decision of leaving your job to start your own business. The struggle is typically with what you are choosing to leave behind or the thing that you decide not to choose. You second guess (and sometimes third guess) whether what you are leaving behind could actually be the choice that would take you to a place of nirvana – a place where life would be perfect. This whole process keeps you stuck, trapped and unable to move forward.

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A Personal Note From Joy

Hey there Smart Women! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. This is my favorite time of year with all the decorations, holiday parties, letters to Santa Clause (yes, we still have that at our house!)

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Smart Women And The 5 Fundamental Questions for Business Success

I’m finding that many women entrepreneurs are reflecting on their year and a question that seems to be on the minds of many is: “What are tools and strategies I need for my business to take a big leap in the New Year?” As I reflect on this question, I realize the answer is two-fold. If you are serious about making 2012 the year that you soar in business and make big leaps in income, you must first ask yourself a few questions (and get honest with yourself about the answers):

1. Is my business Viable? Do people want my product or service? This is where doing some research on your industry can be quite valuable. Just because “no one else is doing it” doesn’t always mean it’s a great business opportunity. Yes, Steve Jobs did quite well being “the first” in his industry but many times success can be yours by taking an existing business concept and improving on it. Also, find out what the range of fees or prices are in your industry. Make sure you price your winning product or service so people will be clamoring to get their hands on it.

2. Is my business Visible? Visibility is a huge key to success. You may be the best coach, lawyer, virtual assistant or pet sitter in the world however, if you don’t have a marketing plan that is designed to get you seen and heard, you will remain the best kept secret in town! Getting your product or service out there in a big way makes a huge difference in how much growth you can expect in the coming year.

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Will you join me in a few hours?

I’m working away here in my office preparing for my FREE call that’s coming up in just a few hours. Did you grab the call-in details yet?

In a rush? Go here now.

It’s easy to beat yourself up if you feel like you haven’t been moving forward in your business. I know because I’ve done it myself, many times.

You feel stuck and unsure what to do which can sometimes seem like failure. Nearly 7 years ago, I started my business with the dream of supporting women to their next Big Idea and help them achieve success in their lives and businesses. Although having a DREAM and a DESIRE were both essential in the beginning, I spent the first few years SURVIVING instead of THRIVING. My business was up and down every month and cash flow was inconsistent.

Fast forward to TODAY:

• I have a THRIVING business that has consistent cash flow month after month
• I work with my ideal client
• My work inspires me and my clients get results
• I have plenty of time for family and self-care

What Changed?

I changed! And along the way, I learned some BASIC, no-brainer easy-to-implement tips for business building that I’m going to share with you on a *special* call:

“Guarantee Your Success in 2012: Discover the 3 Keys to Consistent Cash Flow Doing Work You Love With Your Ideal Client!”

Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 12:00pm Pacific / 3:00pm Eastern

Learn more and reserve your spot now.

On this FREE, Complimentary One-Hour call, I’ll share:

• The 2 barriers that can sabotage your success (you may be surprised)
• The 3 pathways to immediate cash flow (and a calendar full of ideal clients)
• 4 Basic essentials that doubled my income and my number of clients
• The one missing piece that may be holding you back from converting an interested prospect into a happy, paying client who raves about you!
DETAILS about my *brand new* Step-By-Step, Basic Blueprint to Build a Thriving Business That is Guaranteed to Create More Clients and More Income Quickly and Easily! My new no-nonsense, low-cost, and easy-to-use system for success!
• Hear from other smart women who’ve achieved dramatic results using my “no-brainer” Business Basics Blueprint!

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Let me show you how to have Guaranteed Success in 2012!

It’s easy to beat yourself up if you feel like you haven’t been moving forward in your businessStop Beating Yourself Up! – especially when you are coming to the end of another year. I know because I’ve done it myself, many times.

You feel stuck and unsure what to do which can sometimes seem like failure. Nearly 7 years ago, I started my business with the dream of supporting women to their next Big Idea and help them achieve success in their lives and businesses. Although having a DREAM and a DESIRE were both essential in the beginning, I spent the first few years SURVIVING instead of THRIVING. My business was up and down every month and cash flow was inconsistent.

Fast forward to TODAY:

• I have a THRIVING business that has consistent cash flow month after month
• I work with my ideal client – I really do LOVE them all!
• My work inspires me and more importantly, my clients get results
• I have plenty of time for family and self-care

What Changed?

I changed! And along the way, I learned some BASIC, no-brainer easy-to-implement tips for business building that I’m going to share with you on a *special* call:

“Guarantee Your Success in 2012: Discover the 3 Keys to Consistent Cash Flow Doing Work You Love With Your Ideal Client!”

Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 12:00am Pacific / 3:00pm Eastern

Learn more and reserve your spot now.

On this FREE, Complimentary One-Hour call, I’ll share:

• The 2 barriers that can sabotage your success (you may be surprised)
• The 3 pathways to immediate cash flow (and a calendar full of ideal clients)
• 4 Basic essentials that doubled my income and my number of clients
• The one missing piece that may be holding you back from converting an interested prospect into a happy, paying client who raves about you!
• DETAILS about my *brand new* Step-By-Step, Basic Blueprint to Build a Thriving Business That is Guaranteed to Create More Clients and More Income Quickly and Easily! My new no-nonsense, low-cost, and easy-to-use system for success!
• Hear from other smart women who’ve achieved dramatic results using my “no-brainer” Business Basics Blueprint!

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Smart Women And The Fear of Commitment

Commitment. It’s a powerful word that conjures up a mix of emotions and can be a scary thought– especially in business. Being committed to something means you’re choosing not to be committed to something else – sounds simple, right? In essence, you’re pledging or engaging in a relationship to the exclusion of others. In my work supporting women entrepreneurs, I find fear of commitment in business can make the difference between mediocre results and extraordinary results.

For example, making a commitment to “niche” yourself and serve a specific target market is unsettling to some entrepreneurs. There’s a fear of losing business or potential clients when you make this bold move. Oftentimes, I hear the phrase, “Everyone can benefit from my service!” While that may be true, if you want to attract more clients and increase your income, it’s essential to overcome your fear of commitment once you’re clear on who your ideal client is.

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Smart Women Give Their Business a Marketing Makeover

When you begin your journey as a woman entrepreneur, your most important action step is to get clients and create a “buzz” about your product or service so you can keep the business alive and get on a path to profitability. With effective marketing, your business will grow and over time, word will spread about the results people are getting when they work with you. If becoming a leader in your industry is a goal for you, now will be the time to consider an updated look in your business – a new brand image – both personally and professionally.

Over the last few months, I’ve completely revamped my online presence and I’m in the process of updating my personal brand as well. When you have a big vision for your business, it’s essential that you stay “current” in every area. If you’re in a product business, you’ll need to keep a fresh, new look for your product packaging. If you’re in a service based business, you’ll want a “new and improved” version of who you are becoming as a leader in your industry.

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Smart Women Have Rituals for Success

Recently, I’ve had the opportunity to travel to multiple women’s conferences and speak to scores of women entrepreneurs about their Big Ideas, Dreams and Goals. Questions come up on a range of topics including how to start a business to taking an existing business to the next level of success. One question that seems to have a recurring theme right now is “How do I create a successful business while maintaining work/life balance?” Great question! And one that deserves an answer with some solid tips and solutions.

Let me begin by sharing with you that I don’t actually believe there is “work/life” balance. My belief is that women reflect on and declare their values that are personal to them and create a life to support those values. I place a high value on 3 areas in my life; self-care, family and supporting women to live the life they want – and deserve. Does it work perfectly? Of course not. Kids get sick, dishwasher breaks and laptops blow up! I will share that it does work 80% of the time because I’ve made a decision to be proactive using daily rituals to take care of myself, my family and my business.

Do you have rituals for success in your life and business? Here are 7 rituals I use to help me stay on course and honor what I value most:

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