by Mary Kelly | Feb 17, 2013 | business plan, growing your business, leadership, planning
How to Update Your Business PlanOnce you have a business plan, it is necessary to keep it up-to-date. A business plan helps you stay focused on what you need to be doing, who you need to focus on to be the most successful, and where you should focus your time and...
by Mary Kelly | Feb 10, 2013 | entrepreneurship, motivation, planning, productivity
Overcoming Writer’s Block in 15 Minutes a DayIn a terrific interview with Seth Godin, Godin says he only spends about 15 minutes per day writing.Genius.Many aspiring authors think they have to block out hours, weeks and months to put words to paper and get started.If...
by Mary Kelly | Feb 5, 2013 | communication, improving communications, leadership, leadership techniques, motivation, team
14 Effective Ways to Show Employees and Co-Workers a Little Valentine’s Day AppreciationValentine’s Day is not just for the romantically inclined! It is a time to recognize all kinds of people in your life for their kindness, support, and work the rest of the...
by Mary Kelly | Jan 31, 2013 | business plan, growing your business, planning
Mistakes Small Business Owners Make That Cost Them Money1. They push a client into making a quick sale now instead of building a long-term, mutually profitable relationship.2. They do not complete weekly/monthly/yearly Profit and Loss Statements, so they oftentimes do...
by Mary Kelly | Jan 22, 2013 | communication, improving communications, leadership
How to show your organization that you want to advanceMake a 15 minute appointment and ASK your supervisor if they can recommend a mentor for you. That way you have access to a more senior person WITH your supervisor’s encouragement and you can then make a 15...
