Learn from Sharon
Personal Selling: The Process and Approach
Have you ever heard someone be referred to as a “natural-born” salesperson? In reality, nobody is born hard-wired to be able to relate to, interact with, and convince audiences; these are all skills that are learned and perfected with practice and concentrated effort. Looking to boost your own personal selling strategy? A few tips will go a long way as you hone in on your ideal process and approach.
Where are Women Directors?
My premise is simple: better boards equal better companies. The market is demanding increased transparency and accountability. New compliance mandates, regulation and shareholder activism are the drivers. At the same time, …
Tools and Techniques of Public Relations
When you’re just starting off as a business owner or entrepreneur, building the reputation of your brand is key. At the same time, when you’re this early in the game, it’s likely that you may not have the funds to hire your own public relations (PR) representative. Instead, you’ll need to confidently represent yourself and your business. By utilizing the PR tools and techniques available to you, you can boost your reputation and spread awareness of your brand in no time.
How to Create Your Personal Brand
As someone who has spent many years working in business, finance and entrepreneurship, I’ve witnessed a lot of changes — and one of the most relevant is the emergence of the personal brand. Your brand is the public face you present to the world, so it’s important that your brand is a compelling one.
Best Features for Money Management Apps
I often ask the question, “Are you a master of money, or a slave to it?”. For anyone wanting to master money management, smart budgeting is an important cornerstone of success. Many people would be amazed at the dramatic results that can be realized simply by paying closer attention to how you spend and save, and by having a spending plan. By cultivating good habits and overseeing your spending plan with care, you can make amazing progress toward your goals.
Top 3 Tips to Take Your Motivational Speaking to the Next Level
A career in motivational speaking can be extremely rewarding; not only do you get to enjoy the personal fulfillment that comes along with inspiring others, but motivational speakers also enjoy the freedom to more-or-less set their own schedules and forge their own path. Whether you’re just starting out as a motivational speaker or have years of experience under your belt, there are a few steps you can take to take your career to the next level.
Best Practices for Creating a Mastermind
Do you need help realizing the long-held goals you’ve set for yourself? Do you harbor even greater aspirations that you haven’t shared with anyone, for fear that you’ll seem overly ambitious?
That’s OK — almost all of us do! The truth is that most of our goals and dreams are eminently achievable, if we take the right steps to make them happen. One of the concepts that I’ve found most helpful over the years is the “mastermind.” It’s a deeply powerful idea that allows you to tap into the collective wisdom and authority that surrounds you, and it’s responsible for helping countless entrepreneurs reach their dreams.
How to Use Social Media as an Entrepreneur
Over the last few decades, I’ve had a successful career writing, teaching and mentoring others in business, and I’ve seen how conditions have changed over time. This experience has given me the perspective to say one thing with certainty: If you’re starting out today, social media is one of the most profoundly important weapons in your arsenal.
Spending Guidelines You Can Benefit From
If you’re living paycheck-to-paycheck, you’re not alone. In fact, recent studies estimate that half of working Americans are getting by this way. If you’re tired of waiting on your next paycheck, only to wonder where all your hard-earned money went after paying bills, now is the time to establish a monthly budget and spending guidelines to help you get ahead.
Quiz: Are You Ready for Entrepreneurship?
Launching a business is an achievement many people dream of, but very few actually pursue. Do you have dreams to be a self-starter? If so, then you might be debating whether or not you’re fully prepared to take the plunge into entrepreneurship. While it’s always a good idea to seek professional advice before starting your own business, taking some time to answer a few of these questions can help you better gauge where you’re at.
