Everybody knows that anything worthwhile in life will require some hard work. This doesn't mean that you need to be exhausted or unable to sleep at night. Here are three ways to work smarter and not harder for small businesses to achieve success. Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. According to the Small Business Administration, small businesses account for more than half of all private-sector employment and...
What online reputation management mistakes do business make? Today’s internet is like the set of encyclopedias those guys used to knock on your door selling. It contains all the answers you’re looking for if you search long enough. There isn’t much of anything you won’t find using Google or some other web search provider. They’ve taken the key phrase ‘knowledge is power’ to a whole new level. This can be...
Do you know how to share user generated content on Instagram? Want to share your customers’ posts on Instagram? Wondering how to find and use your customers' content without breaking Instagram’s Terms of Service? How to Share User Generated Content on Instagram As a business, it is important to find ways to share user generated content on Instagram. This can be done in a few ways. One way is to...
What are the advantages of having a mentor? The most successful people have mentors guiding their progress. It's difficult to overestimate the positive influence a mentor can have on your success. Finding a great mentor is a challenge, but it's worth the work. A mentor can take you places you've never been and do so at breakneck speed. Consider finding a mentor to assist with your aspirations. Benefits and Advantages...
Have you ever wondered how to take control of your reputation? Imagine being able to follow what people say about you or your business 24/7 and all 365 days in a year. Sounds like a pipe dream, right? Not at all! That is exactly what business reputation management tools are designed to do. They can help you put out a fire before it even starts smoking. You’ll be able to...
What is the Purpose of Mentoring? Think back to a time you were inspired by someone. Maybe they spoke at an event that you attended. Perhaps you have a favorite college professor. You probably remember that professor as a mentor, regardless of your memories. Was there something about the person that inspired you? Did it have to do with their speech or the message they shared? Mentors can give us...
Affirmations for Mentors with Self-Reflection Questions for Mentoring. Use the power of positive words and thoughts with these affirmations for mentors. You will also find self-reflection questions to monitor how you are progressing with your goals of mentoring others. Daily Affirmations for Mentors I seek to mentor others. I know how important it is to have mentors. One of the best ways I gain knowledge is to work in tandem...
Are there questions you should not ask your mentor? Yes there are, do you know them? Most people would agree that a mentor is someone who has the time, expertise, and experience to give valuable advice. However, there are boundaries that you need to be aware of so that you do not put your mentoring relationship in jeopardy by asking the wrong questions. It's a common misconception that your mentor...
The popular belief that leadership training should be for only those in top executive roles has set many companies and organizations back in achieving their goals. Before getting into the reasons why your employees should be engaged in leadership training, lets us look at what leadership training is. What Is Leadership Training? Leadership training is a course or program designed to help individuals gain the capability to fit in and...
Do you know how to brand your business or yourself? In the age of social media, it's more important than ever to have a strong brand. But what does branding actually mean? In this blog post, we'll take a look at how you can create an identity for your business by developing your company's personality and voice! As a business owner, branding may not be your number one priority. But...