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Retreat With Me in The Mountains This Summer?

June 5, 2018 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

There’s a ‘theme’ happening right now among a lot of business owners I talk with and I’m wondering if you might have this ‘theme’ playing out in your business?

June marks the halfway point in the year, which means you’re either celebrating the success of reaching all your goals in the first 180 days or you’re running your fingers through your hair wondering what went wrong AND you may be wondering what you can do to make sure the next 180 days produce the results you want (& deserve).

You are not alone.

Many entrepreneurs find themselves in this position at this time of year but, the ones that work smarter know they need to reach out and get help – – bring on a thinking partner to help them clear the clutter and focus in on exactly what they need to do next in order to accomplish the goals they’ve set for themselves.

That’s why I’m opening up my calendar during July, while I’m in the beautiful, peaceful, mountains of Park City, Utah, to meet with a few women entrepreneurs who understand the importance of getting out of the day-to-day of running their business and retreating in a calm, serene environment that gives them the opportunity to think bigger, more expansive, more strategic about their next moves and desire a ‘thinking' partner to help them along the way.

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JJ Virgin – Celebrity Nutrition & Fitness Expert tells us why Mindset is the Key to Real Change in Every Area of Your Life

February 7, 2018 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

JJ Virgin on She's Got Moxie with Joy Chudacoff

I’ve known JJ Virgin for 25 years, and she looks the same today as she did 25 years ago. She has spent three decades becoming the expert on health and nutrition.

JJ is the co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters, and she’s a health expert on Dr. Phil. As a prominent TV and media personality, JJ has been on PBS, Dr. Oz, Rachel Ray, Access Hollywood, and The Today Show.

She is also the author of four New York Times Best Sellers – The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. JJ hosts the popular JJ Virgin Lifestyle Show podcast, and she regularly writes for several media outlets.

 

You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And be sure to leave me a Rating and Review!

Here’s what I look for in a mentor or coach: they have to have had success and they have to have had failure, because you learn more from the failure than you do from the success.” – JJ Virgin

Show Notes:

  • Her insight on Ambition
  • WHY kids today are suffering from obesity more than ever & why genetics are NOT the only issue
  • The main ingredient you must have to be your most successful self
  • The ONE thing women need to do MORE of –this one will surprise you!
  • The real, raw truth about your sweet tooth
  • How she survived her financial challenges in business
  • Her tips to better hiring team
  • Why it’s important to have a business coach (it’s the key to her success)
  • And much,much more

Mindset has got to be the first part of anything that you’re doing.” – JJ Virgin

Connect with JJ Virgin:

Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | JJVIRGIN

The number one thing you do with weight loss it to change what’s at the end of your fork. That’s the biggest initial driver, but then to keep that weight off and not be a skinny fat, exercise is key.” – JJ Virgin

Ali Brown – When to Ditch the Entrepreneur Formula and Go After Your True Potential

September 25, 2017 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

Ali Brown on She's Got Moxie with Joy ChudacoffI’m so excited to have Ali Brown as my first guest on She's Got Moxie! Ali is a personal friend and mentor, and an incredibly successful entrepreneur.

Ali Brown is one of the most recognized entrepreneur coaches in the world. She has built a coaching and consulting enterprise that ranked in the Inc. 500 list of fastest growing companies in the nation.

Ali was named one of Forbes “Women to Watch”, one of Ernst and Young's “Winning Women Entrepreneurs” and an “Entrepreneur Delegate” for the United Nations Foundation Global Accelerator.

Ali was also featured on ABC’s Secret Millionaire, and she has over 250K followers via her Glambition Radio Podcast, AliBrown.com and social media.

Today Ali tells us about what led her to quit her job and start her own business. She also shares amazing advice about how to stand out in your industry, and her best productivity tip.

I think you’ll find this episode engaging and truly motivating!

You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And be sure to leave me a Rating and Review!

When you're starting off we all have to hustle, you will have to do some things that you may not love and you gotta get it done.” – Ali Brown

Show Notes:

  • What can you do to stand out professionally
  • Why you need a formula when you first start out as an entrepreneur
  • How do you know if you should start your own business
  • What criteria should you use to evaluate important decisions
  • How to be more productive
  • What it's like to have your husband work for you
  • Why is it important to have a vision for your business
  • How can you create a clear vision for your future
  • Why you should do the opposite of what everyone else is doing
  • How to figure out your priorities
  • What makes a business successful
  • Why being well read in your industry is important

Follow the formulas, and take all the advise you can, and say yes to everything until there's a moment you're ready to say no.” – Ali Brown

3 Gold Nuggets of Advice:

  1. Figure out how you are going to make money
  2. Start listening to yourself and stretching yourself a little bit more every time that you have the opportunity
  3. Trust yourself and the process

Links Mentioned:

  • Learn more about Ali's Iconic Event
  • Listen and Subscribe to Ali's Glambition Radio Podcast
  • Connect with Ali Brown:

Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Ali Brown

Having the courage to change everything was my most courageous and proud moment.” – Ali Brown

[The Honey Chronicles] Canines & Career …

April 21, 2016 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

Honey-JoyThis morning as I was out walking our new Australian Mini-Labradoodle puppy, Honey, in the light drizzle, I was struck by the similarities of owning a dog and running a business. I was dragging my feet on walking Honey. I’m tired and my hubby is out of town which means I’m 100% in charge of everything. With two teenagers, a thriving business and a new puppy thrown into the mix (yawn), there are days when I wake up wondering where I’ll find the energy to get it all done. Sound familiar?

Watching the light drizzle and gazing at the gray skies outside, all I really wanted to do after carpool was crawl into bed and take a nap. But I didn’t.

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Will I see you there?

August 28, 2014 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

I want you to know about an event that's been created specifically with women entrepreneurs in mind. It's Cathy Alessandra's 6th Annual Success Summit and it's happening in just 8 weeks from now on Friday & Saturday, October 10 & 11 in Torrance, CA. Cathy is an expert when it comes to bringing women together and providing them with tools, resources and great networking!

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When you commit to attending this event, you will receive…

• Access to top industry mentors, teachers and experts who will share their knowledge with you – in Cathy's signature style, high content, high value presentations – EACH with IMPLEMENTABLE tips!

• Dedicated time for networking so you can meet almost everyone in the room – great for collaborations and connections!

• The tools and resources YOU NEED to take what you've learned and implement in your business the very next day!

• MASSIVE inspiration for EMPOWERED action!

Whether you have a well-established business or are just getting started, the SUCCESS Summit will inspire, motivate, and empower you. You will connect with an influential group of smart, savvy women business owners who are ready to move their business to the next level and invest in their SUCCESS.

Register now and receive all of this for only $97! But wait! Would you like to experience the Mastermind Luncheon?

For those who purchase a VIP, a Mastermind Lunch is included (plus front area seating!). Each speaker will lead a roundtable mastermind session where everyone will have designated time to brainstorm on YOUR business – gaining valuable insights and easy-to-implement tips. This can be just the thing you need – to “talk out” your business challenge with other successful entrepreneurs.

This mastermind lunch option has been a HUGE hit – those participating in it feeling full of inspired ideas and getting the feedback they need about their business.

UPGRADE to the VIP Ticket and be included in the MASTERMIND lunch for only $147!

PLUS, you can upgrade to the VIP All-Access Ticket and receive a 2nd day! On Day 2, you will learn…

• The 3 crucial essentials to EMPOWER you into greatness

• 7 Essential Tools to Creating a Smart Sophisticated Image so YOU can take Strategic Control of Your Future

• 3 CRUCIAL elements for your marketing plan

• PLUS another MASTERMIND roundtable session led by our experts with designated time for everyone at each table to brainstorm on their business

• AND experience our marketing workshop where you will put it all together in an easy, implementable PINKPrint to begin working your new ideas on Monday

AND HERE IS THE BEST PART! Because of my relationship with Today's Innovative Woman magazine, I'm able to offer you a substantial SAVINGS!

Use promo code (SS2014) to get $50 off either the general ticket or the VIP ticket – the Friday ticket for only $47 or the VIP ticket for only $97! OR Get $100 off the VIP ALL-ACCESS 2 DAY TICKET – making it only $197!

Event Information

Friday, October 10th with optional upgrade to include
Saturday, October 11th
Marriott Hotel – Torrance, CA

For more information and to register click here: www.SuccessSummitandExpo.com

This is an EASY YES! I hope you'll join me and if you're coming, please make sure we connect, ok?

Be well,

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Cold Coffee and Three Ingredients to Foolproof Sales

July 25, 2014 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

07-25-14articleWhen I travel, the first thing I do when I reach my destination is scope out the coffee situation. I'm an early morning gal and I enjoy a hot cup of strong black coffee when I wake up to greet the day. When we arrived in Park City for our family vacation, I noticed the coffee pot in the kitchen was ancient but my thought was “at least I'll have coffee tomorrow morning.” I stopped by the local Starbucks, picked up my favorite brew, “Komodo Dragon” and marked it off my to-do list.

When I woke the next morning and for several mornings after, I found myself drinking warm (I'm being generous here), terrible tasting coffee. I started making trips to the lone Starbucks in town to satisfy my desire for hot, steamy, coffee.

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Are You Chained to The Desk?

July 11, 2014 | By Joy Chudacoff 1 Comment

As I write this, I'm 690 miles from my office in Los Angeles. Actually, I'm in Park City, Utah enjoying a glass of Pinot and writing to you. I'm here on a family vacation getting some much needed rest and a modified digital detox.

One of the benefits I've experienced since leaving the office is how creative, clear and laser-quick my mind has become. In retrospect, I can honestly say I've never come up with an award winning idea for my business in my office. My best (and most profitable!) ideas typically show up when I've given myself permission to step away from daily life. To quote Anthony Robins, “If you want to change your situation, change your environment.”

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Who Changed My Schedule?

June 13, 2014 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

06-13-14article PencilsRemember the Alice Cooper song, “School's Out”? The lyrics are running through my mind as I write this article. The last bell rang, the kids are running through the house at all hours of the day and their summer camps are spread all across town. My schedule has become a mere shadow of the nice, tidy, organized days I experience September through May. Sound familiar? I'm finding this is true for many women entrepreneurs so today's article offers a few coping strategies when summer arrives and suddenly it feels like your schedule has been hijacked.

1. Organize a Co-Op – Every woman in your neighborhood is going through the same shock to her calendar (I promise) so why not get a group of women organized to support one another this summer? For example, you could take the kids in the co-op to the park one afternoon or morning per week and have two other moms share the additional two days. This means you get two days with dedicated time to work on your business and enjoy time with your children as well.

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One Simple Step to Smart Delegation

May 16, 2014 | By Joy Chudacoff Leave a Comment

05-16-14articleThe one question I get asked over and over from women entrepreneurs is, “How do you know what to delegate to an assistant?” I love this question because it tells me you realize that you can't (and shouldn't) try to do it all in your business and your ready to get the support you need.

Nearly ten years ago when I founded Smart Women Smart Solutions®, I was involved in every aspect of running my business but as things started to take off and my business gained momentum, I found myself becoming exhausted with all the “to-do's” (remember I had a one year-old and three year-old at the time). I realized that no matter how efficient I was, I'd never get to the bottom of the list plus my energy was in slow drip mode for my family. It's nearly impossible to take your business to the next level of success if you're spending your day buried in all the admin work and details. Time to get some help!

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Is it Time to Give Your Business a Good Spring Cleaning?

May 2, 2014 | By Joy Chudacoff 1 Comment

05-02-14article broomI'm sure you're aware of the old term, “spring cleaning”? Mother nature reminds us that before you add more to your life, it's always a good idea to let go of what no longer serves you. Like the leaves that fall from trees in autumn, room is made for the new growth that occurs every spring.

I'm finding many women entrepreneurs feeling this way right now (including yours truly : -)). Evaluating your business is a smart move, as long as you're willing to ask yourself the right questions and give yourself honest answers:

1. What's Working? So many times, we can forget to look at what's going well in our business as we have the tendency to focus on problems or challenges. Look through the lens of appreciation and make a list of what is working well. For example, do you have an assistant or team support that is inspired by your business vision and committed to doing their best? Is your business profitable each month?

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