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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Smart Women And The 4 Entrepreneurial Phases

Entrepreneurial PhasesWhen you start a new business or take action on a big idea that you’ve had brewing for a while, it can be a very exciting time.  You begin to get a taste of what entrepreneurship can feel like; you’re in control of your own schedule, maybe you worked for someone else and you’ve escaped the rigid 9-5 routine and you’ve become your own boss – life feels good.

I remember when I started my first business.  Initially, my goal was to earn an extra $500 per month so I could afford my own apartment and eliminate the need for a roommate. 

Over time, my vision for that part-time local business began to grow and ultimately it became an international business that had revenues of just under 2 million.

Along my entrepreneurial journey and working with 1000′s of women, I’ve discovered that there are 4 phases to entrepreneurship and each phase plays a key role in your success.  Each phase requires a different skill or way of thinking and one is not more important than the other.  You may find that you are a “natural” in one or more of the phases and possibly “challenged” in other phases.  If so, you will want to think about getting support in the areas where you’re less comfortable.

Learn The 4 Phases of Entrepreneurial Success

Sun, Fun, Family and Friends

Hi there, Smart Women! I’ve been enjoying a nice blend of family time in Park City with lots of reading, biking, skateboarding and plenty of fun in the sun. August is a wonderful time to hit the pause button on your life and appreciate family and friends.

September is right around the corner and it’s a perfect time for you to mark your calendar for the 3rd Annual Success Summit happening right here in Southern California. Cathy Alessandra, founder of Today’s Womenpreneur, has once again created a spectacular day AND she’s made this very affordable for you. Tickets are ONLY $127 and you get to bring a friend for FREE! Learn more and grab your seat at:

www.SuccessSummitandExpo.com.

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Smart Women Get It Off The Ground

While vacationing in Park City this summer, I was enjoying my morning coffee on the deck overlooking the majestic mountains when all of a sudden, several hot air balloons “popped” into my view. The colors of each balloon were bright, vivid, and unique. Some were like rainbows; others were bright red, yellow and gold. They rose to varying heights in the sky, each one navigating their own unique path around the valley. This got me thinking about how Smart Women’s Big Ideas, Dreams and Goals are a lot like hot air balloons.

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Will I See You and a Friend on September 16?

I’m back in Los Angeles for just a few days and then I’m taking off again for another two weeks to spend time with my family so I wanted to quickly remind you about a very important event for smart women entrepreneurs happening here in Los Angeles on September 16 (just 30 days away now!)

When Cathy Alessandra called to ask if I would speak at her 3rd Annual Success Summit on September 16th for women entrepreneurs, I jumped on board! September is a wonderful time to renew your business spirit and reconnect with your business vision and goals. This event is going to offer amazing, timely tools that you need to get your business recharged and ready to go.

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Make a Smart Decision For Your Business This Summer

I’m packing up for my annual family trip  to Park City, Utah. I love the mountains and the laid back atmosphere in that town! But before I go, I wanted to send you a quick reminder about a very important event for smart women entrepreneurs happening here in Los Angeles on September 16 (just 49 days away!)

When Cathy Alessandra called to ask if I would speak at her 3rd Annual Success Summit on September 16th for women entrepreneurs, I jumped on board! September is a wonderful time to renew your business spirit and reconnect with your business vision and goals. This event is going to offer amazing, timely tools that you need to get your business recharged and ready to go.

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Visioning, Planning and Park City

Hi there, Smart Women! It’s been a busy few weeks with cooking camp, basketball camp and soccer camp. I’ve been in the car more than I’m used to and it’s given me another reason to feel grateful for the simple life I’ve created for myself most of the year.

Last night, I had dinner with the board members of the Broads Circle, www.BroadsCircle.com, where we mapped out the vision for 2012. Have you given any thought to your business vision for 2012? If not, I invite you to think about how you want your business to “show up” in the coming year.

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