Tag Archives: Success

There’s no doubt the construction industry is male-dominated. But that doesn’t mean women can’t be at the top and successful. Construction projects are about more …

Starting a business can be a scary thing, especially if you have relied on a steady paycheck for a long time. However, try to think …

Life can take many paths, and some might not be pleasurable or feel good at all. We can, in turn, be left with unmet dreams …

Though having the ability to compromise is considered a noble character trait, it can become a hindrance to building a strong, successful business. Yes, of …

Watching your employees struggle to bond and work together on a daily basis can be hugely disappointing for you as a business owner. You want …

When you think about people with great personal brands like Simon Cowell, P!nk, Oprah Winfrey, or Ellen Degeneres, you may believe it’s all about their …

In the US alone, more than 11 million firms are female owned. Fortunately, the world is gradually changing the stereotype that businesses should be owned by men. To …

We all know that life can be challenging at times. Though we can’t control some things, we can change how we react to adversity. And, …

Hosting a successful workshop is something that many women entrepreneurs would like to accomplish. After all, it is a powerful way to share your expertise …

The world of business is hard to navigate no matter what size it is. Of course, a fortune 500 company has much more wiggle room …

If you take a look through history, many of the hugely successful female leaders have many of the same character traits. Of course, they may …

Ultimately, success means something a little bit different to everyone. For some, the main goal in life might be to fill their bank account. There …

It should come as no surprise to anyone that a strong business must first have a strong plan. In essence, the plan is the road …

Your main consideration as a freelancer is to have enough business to make it worth your while. However, one easily overlooked aspect of your business could be costing you revenue: how professional you are. The, sometimes, casual aspects of this type of business can lead to a lax attitude. Things like neglect, sloppiness, and less than professional behavior can arise if you're not careful. I hope these 5 tips will help you bring professionalism to your freelance business.

First impressions are everything in business, just as they are in our personal lives. As a branding coach, I understand how important the first 5 seconds of exposure are to getting the attention you need from potential clients and customers. Presenting quality and a memorable experience, whether it is via the Internet or in person, is one of the first steps to building a successful business. If you present a dated, boring, or inappropriate image to potential customers, clients or business partners, it could be difficult to ever change their minds about you. Fortunately, there are some tricks to making the best first impression for your business. Here are my top 7 things you can do to knock 'em dead from the get go!