What about that dream job? Is the time right to make a change? If you’re working remotely this is a unique opportunity for self-reflection and the chance to define what you truly want to do. Think about your ideal situation: can you describe it? Or is it just a desire to get away from your…
I was at a crossroads in my life, in my career. Restless with my current busines, I wanted a change in direction. First step, reflection of course. But soon after, research. It was a process from years in business with a disciplined approach to solving problems. I had to do a lot of reflection. I…
Originally published in Marketing Profs “Top 5 Elements of an Annual Business Plan”, MarketingProfs, marketing resource newsletter. http://www.marketingprofs.com/articles/2009/3081/top-5-elements-of-an-annual-business-plan A few years ago I wrote an article that was published in Marketing Profs about writing a business plan. True to my words, acknowledging that it is an annual affair, I write a revised business plan every…
Everyone tells you the key to building your business is relationships. Articles abound about how relationships facilitate introductions to contacts that can help you. The question is, how do you initiate relationships? How do you develop and nurture them so you can meet people who can help you? In a word, network-network-network. Okay, you hear…
