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The Great Outdoors, Big Ideas & My Quarterly Newsletter

July 25, 2014 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

07-25-14NoteThe only thing that changes here in Park City is the date. The weather is wonderful every day and we are taking advantage of the outdoors in every way possible with bike riding, paddle boarding, swimming and hiking. One of the many benefits of being a woman entrepreneur today is the freedom & flexibility that it offers you. I invite you to take advantage of all the low-cost to no-cost technology available so that you can create a more profitable, freedom based business.

Speaking of freedom-based businesses, my team and I are working on some BIG Ideas over here to help you access more freedom in your business and your life because we know you started your business to make money and enjoy life! Stay tuned!

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9 Game-Changing Tips for Women Entrepreneurs in 2014

December 19, 2013 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

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At the end of each year, I take an inventory of my life and business to shine a light on what proved to be most effective for me.

Here are my top nine timely tips for women entrepreneurs who are ready to make a Big Leap in 2014:

1.    Exercise Empathy – If you have a dream of making a difference in the world or desire a leadership role, empathy is a valuable tool you'll need along the way. As the great leader Stephan Covey said, “Seek first to understand.” Understanding and acknowledging someone else's situation is the foundation to change.

2. Make Decisions – Set a goal to become a quick decision maker. Remember, money likes speed so your ability to make quick decisions will serve you well in business. Do your research but at some point, call time and decide.

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Smart Women Know Cash Flow is The First Goal of Any Business

May 24, 2012 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

I have the good fortune to listen and learn from women all around the globe about their big ideas, dreams and goals and a common theme is women start businesses based on their values and a desire to make a difference in the world. The idea of giving back or helping others is exciting and it gets the creative juices flowing. However, the desire to serve can sometimes overshadow the one thing you must do in order to keep your business strong and healthy: cash flow.

Cash flow is the heartbeat of any business. It is the one constant you need in order to keep your business running smoothly and without stress. Having said that, I find women entrepreneurs leave this one essential near the bottom of their actions steps when it comes to starting a business. The reason, in most cases, is women are nurturers by nature. We have this innate gift that compels us to reach out and help others – sometimes without being properly reimbursed for our product or service. Women share that it feels uncomfortable to ask for business. There's a feeling of desperation inside.

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Smart Women And Their Relationship With Money

February 16, 2012 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

Recently, I had the opportunity to spend the day strategizing with a group of smart women entrepreneurs from different parts of the world. It was an energizing day focused on topics such as effective marketing, clear messaging to attract your ideal client, time management and money.

At one point, women were expressing the challenges they face in getting everything accomplished each day including running a business, managing a family, and hopefully time to squeeze in a little self-care.

I shared with the group that when I'm in the office, I ask myself three questions to help me stay focused and directed on making money in my business:

1. Where is the potential for new business?
2. Are my private clients and groups experiencing award winning results?
3. Have I reached out to my referral sources this week?

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What Smart Women Can Learn From Einstein About Reaching Goals

January 5, 2012 | By Joy Chudacoff 1 Comment

My favorite quote by Einstein is “Vision without execution is merely hallucination.” The first time I read this I was surprised at the glaring truth to this simple statement. At the same time, I realized it's sometimes easier said than done.

Goal setting, New Year’s resolutions, dreams, and big ideas-these are heavy on people's minds right now as we cross the threshold into 2012. Everyone wants to make up for lost time and start off the year on a course to reach their biggest goals and why not? It's a leap year which makes it even more exciting to think about soaring to new heights. I'm right there with you. I, too, have big ideas, dreams and goals.

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Smart Women And The 4 Entrepreneurial Phases

September 12, 2011 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

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.

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Smart Women, American Girl® and Building Your Brand

July 22, 2010 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

A few weeks ago, I took a vacation with my family to New York City. While there, we visited the American Girl® store. My daughter Jenna loves this store, and it’s easy to understand why so many girls are attracted to this brand. When you enter the store, the “experience” begins. This got me thinking about how Smart Women could learn from American Girl® how to build a business image or brand that lasts.

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Get a proven plan to make your Big Ideas, Dreams and Goals a reality

October 29, 2009 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

I’m so excited to share my new system with You!

Introducing “Creating The Spark – 6 Steps to Igniting the Passion for the Life & Business That You Will Love.” This is a proven system that I’ve used with 100’s of women over the past 5 years in my Success Circles and now I’m making it available to women everywhere! If you are ready to make a change in your life and have a proven plan of action to make your Big Ideas, Dreams and Goals a reality, then this system is for you.

More information here, www.CreatingYourSpark.com.

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Smart Women Live A Proactive Life

October 8, 2009 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

Yesterday, as I was on my way to pick up my kids from school, it occurred 10-08-09sailingto me that I was feeling exhausted—I mean really tired. As I made a mental scan of my day, I realized that I had been in a “reactive” mode most of the day rather than a “proactive” mode. We do need to react to situations that occur in our lives as best we can at that moment, however, Smart Women know that living a “proactive” life where you plan, prepare, and practice conscious living is clearly more rewarding.

Living a “reactive” life can be exhausting and frustrating. There are a lot of quick stops and fast starts–most of them unplanned. The best way for me to describe my day was it felt like I was in a ship without a rudder. No direction, just floating out in a big sea of confusion. No real direction, just reacting to each wave. There was no planned course or clear navigation. I was just trying to keep this rudderless boat afloat and get back to shore.

In contrast, when you are living a “proactive” life, your days are on course with clear navigation, doing things that will lead you to your Big Ideas, Dreams, and Goals. Being “proactive” about your life is being conscious and thoughtful about how you spend your days. You are queen of your ship, with a well thought out map on where you’re going, what you’re going to do, and with whom you will do it.

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Hello From Utah!

August 7, 2009 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

Hey Smart Women!  I’m writing to you this week from Park City, Utah.  I had08-06-09Note forgotten just how beautiful and peaceful this cozy mountain is!  It’s exactly where I need to be right now.

Everyone in our family has something fun they enjoy doing here. Jenna is loving her skateboard camp. Her teacher is a “yo-dude” that moves at the pace of molasses when he's not on his skateboard. But when he gets on that skateboard, you better get up and get outta the way! He moves like lightning on the “board!”

Yesterday, I met with smart woman, Patti Kerr here in Park City. Patti and I have been working together for awhile by phone (she lives on the East Coast) and she decided to come out West and meet with me to keep moving her Big Ideas forward. Patti is currently working on developing her business and writing a book, “I Love You, Who Are You? Loving and Caring for a Parent with Alzheimers.” She is taking action on the work that she loves and feels passionate about.

And if you want to know more about how Smart Women Get Away, don't miss my Article today! Oh, I forgot to mention…I had such a great response last week to my New Private One-Day Retreat Package—women are really jumping on this one! If you missed it last week, make sure you check it out.

Be well,

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