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There’s something in deep our minds that keeps us from doing what we know we want to do. It’s taboo. It’s private. It’s puzzling. Everyone experiences it, but we often don’t know how to address it. Of course I’m talking about fear. Read More
Do you ever think of customer service as a marketing effort? If not, you should. Word of mouth is one of the most effective, reliable forms of business referrals. If you don’t have good customer service, customers will be less likely to talk positively about you, in turn hurting business. Read More
Working from home has many positive attributes, but it also comes with its own set of unique challenges - especially during the summer time when school is out. Constant distractions, keeping the kids entertained and managing work-life balance are just a few of the concerns that work at home women h Read More

The Importance of Maintaining Your Online Reputation

The Importance of Maintaining Your Online Reputation Avatar Posted by HollyHanna under Technology
From http://www.theworkathomewoman.com 88 days ago
Made Hot by: thelastword on February 24, 2013 7:01 pm
Has this ever happened to you? You stumble upon a rumor that has been circulating about you among your school classmates or work colleagues/peers in an organization you belong to. You come to the realization that for an indeterminate amount of time, people have been assuming things about you that w Read More
We talk about “putting out fires” in our day-to-day business; but what about when your job description really does include “fire suppression techniques and practical application”? Here are ten things I learned from my first business endeavor, as co-owner (with my late husband) of a fire performance Read More
Years ago, my coach said to me, Karlene, you're hiding! Back then, I did not know what she meant. I figured it was because I was cooped up in my home office all the time in the back corner of my house. But that's not what she meant. Read More

The Pros and Cons of Covering Hot Topics

The Pros and Cons of Covering Hot Topics Avatar Posted by HollyHanna under Marketing
From http://www.theworkathomewoman.com 91 days ago
Made Hot by: HomeBusinessMedia on February 25, 2013 1:26 am
No matter your niche, I’m sure something astounding and/or controversial comes up from time to time. New government regulations that impact how you do business, the CEO of an industry you’re affiliated with is under investigation, or perhaps the product you stand behind as a direct sales representa Read More
It seems like more and more women in this day and age are feeling self conscious and unhappy with themselves and their lives. This is most likely a product of society's view on what women should be, but also a reflection on the fast paced nature of today's world and women feeling the need to conque Read More

How To Get More Clients With Basic Networking Strategies

How To Get More Clients With Basic Networking Strategies  Avatar Posted by HollyHanna under Marketing
From http://www.theworkathomewoman.com 95 days ago
Made Hot by: SJC on February 17, 2013 7:52 pm
Everybody’s networking. There are professional networks and social networks and networks for the livestock trade and for psychics. There are networks for stay at home moms and networks for stay at home schooling. There are networks dedicated to networking. Read More
I used to hear that saying a lot after I retired from professional golf. Getting a “check-up from the neck-up” simply implies that you need to see where your head is at on a regular basis. Do you have the mindset of a champion or do you doubt yourself, your decisions and your beliefs? Read More
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Harry Vaishnav @AngelBiz Is Small Biz Guardian Angel

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