Whether you love or hate networking events, in-person relationship building can be pivotal for a referral and word of mouth based business. Often it feels like a waste of time, or that you don’t get anything out of attending an event. With some intention and planning, you can choose the right events, show up prepared,…
The flexibility that business ownership provides, can also be a challenge in the summer months. Kids may be off of school, families are going on vacations, and the weather is finally cooperating. Summer balance as an entrepreneur takes planning and intention, but it is possible to add summer activities to your calendar, AND keep your…
Shifting from a staff member in a corporate or clinical environment to a small business owner is a big adjustment. This episode is about shifting your activities, mindset, and habits in order to step into the leader role. Business consultant, Robin Walker, shares about what she sees in her coaching practice that business owners need…
As a business owner, have you found yourself saying, ‘I don’t even know if I am doing this right’. Or, ‘There is so much going on that I don’t know what to focus on next’. Maybe you are winging certain areas of your business and hoping for the best. Guess what? You are not alone….
Many business owners were employees in their field before opening their own business. As part of a team, you had peers you could vent with, confide in, and joke around with. When you decide to leave and start your own business as a solopreneur, that is often a lonely place. All of the decisions are…
Let’s face it, things have been unpredictable lately for small business owners. Some industries are thriving, while others are facing real challenges. It is hard to predict the future, but one thing remains constant: the need for business owners to plan ahead. After working closely with business owners and meeting with top business and community…