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“How to Critique Your Failures and Make Them Successes” by Ali Brown

October 25, 2012

It’s often said that hindsight is 20/20, but it can turn into foresight when we start to learn from our mistakes and apply our new knowledge to future situations. So, how do you look at your failures and turn something negative into a positive? Let’s take a look…

Do a “post-mortem” examination

When something goes terribly wrong, it’s in our nature to analyze it and play the “what if” game, where we play different scenarios out in our mind about what we could have done differently to change the outcome.

This woman changed my life!

October 22, 2012

When I first read a certain quote from spiritual leader Marianne Williamson, it brought me to tears.

Here’s a quick excerpt: “…Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our Light, not our Darkness, that most frightens us… As we let our light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.”

It’s inspired me for years, and I continually share it with my clients and friends. Too often we “hold back” shining our light, fearing we’re not enough, or even worse, wrongfully fearful of outshining those around us.

“5 Steps to a Powerful LinkedIn Profile” By Ali Brown

October 19, 2012

When it comes to marketing your business via social media, Facebook, and Twitter get most of the hype. But, LinkedIn is a powerful tool for attracting new clients to your business and impressing your current ones, especially if you are a service provider.

Think of LinkedIn as a more professional version of Facebook where you can post links and status updates, join groups, and connect with key players in your industry, and stay in touch with people in your professional circles.

Here are five steps to creating a LinkedIn profile that can grow your client list:

Enough is enough… Join me and Marianne Williamson for a special call on Women's Leadership next Thursday

October 17, 2012

I don’t know about you, but it’s been pretty hard to stomach the U.S. election right now…
While both sides are playing the “we’re for women” card (because they know that WE are their key to votes), the patriarchy in front of us makes me feel like politically we’re still in the Dark Ages.
The good news is though, this election has stirred the pot. More women are saying, “Enough is enough… when are things going to CHANGE?”
The answer is… it’s up to YOU. To me. To us.

"Elevate Premier Member Spotlight: Tara Powers from Lafayette, Colo."

October 16, 2012

One of the best ways to get inspired is to learn from others’ successes.
That’s why in my Elevate online training program, we spotlight one of our premier members during our member Monthly Access Calls.
Elevate Coaches James Roche, Joy Chudacoff, and I select and interview one Elevate Premier member who is making great strides with the program.
Some successes are large, some small, but it’s all about taking steps forward and making progress.
Today, you’ll meet Elevate Premier member Tara Powers, founder of her group consulting business, Tara Means Business (www.TaraMeansBusiness.com) and a women’s business retreat, IRetreat (www.IRetreat.com).

“Travel Tips for Smart Entrepreneurs” by Ali Brown

October 11, 2012

Traveling for business can be unnerving for entrepreneurs at all levels. Most of us get so busy keeping shop that we forget to make the transition from personal traveler to professional traveler—and the result is wasted hours, money, and time. Below are a few tips on how to start traveling like a pro. Remember, as a business owner, your time is MONEY!

Ladies is something still missing?

October 10, 2012

My friends Claire Zammit and Katherine Woodward Thomas at Evolving Wisdom have pointed out that Western women have truly become the most autonomous, educated, and powerful generation in recorded history.

But studies show that many of us feel less happy and healthy, more lonely–and even more depressed–today, than ever before.

–50% of us are now living alone without a partner

–One in five of us is on anti-depressants (not counting those of us who feel unhappy and unfulfilled)

–75% of us have unhealthy relationships with food and our own bodies

Do you stand out in your crowd?

October 9, 2012

These days, there’s no shortage of self-proclaimed experts out there—many of whom are truly qualified and gifted in their specialty.

So how can YOU stand out among this crowd?

Tonight, my friend Pam Slim— author of Escape from Cubicle Nation —will share her insights on establishing yourself as an expert in your field. I met Pam this past spring when we shared the stage at InfusionCon 2012, and was very impressed with her knowledge in this area!

So please join us TONIGHT for this special Success Club call….

"Elevate Premier Member Spotlight: Erik Kreider from Louisville, CO"

October 5, 2012

One of the best ways to get inspired is to learn from others’ successes.
That’s why in my Elevate online training program, we spotlight one of our premier members during our member Monthly Access Calls.
Elevate Coaches James Roche, Joy Chudacoff, and I select and interview one Elevate Premier member who is making great strides with the program.
Some successes are large, some small, but it’s all about taking steps forward and making progress.
Today, you’ll meet Elevate Premier member Erik Kreider, a biochemist and founder of Kabana Skincare (www.KabanaSkincare.com).

"5 Ways to Encourage Client Loyalty" by Ali Brown

October 4, 2012

“5 Ways to Encourage Client Loyalty”

As you’re building your business’ client base, it’s much more efficient to cultivate relationships with long-term clients (the kind you’d go steady with if they were men) as opposed to clients who buy from you once and then disappear (much like a one-time date). Establishing a loyal client base frees you up to spend more time earning money (that is why you’re in business, after all, right?) and meeting current clients’ needs—with less time spent hustling to market yourself and find new prospects.