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Why You Need a Brand Refresh

February 19, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

 When was the last time you evaluated your brand? For small business owners who need to stay relevant, competitive, and engaging, it is paramount to refine your brand and messaging as your business transforms. One of the most powerful tools at your disposal is your brand. As time progresses, the effectiveness and resonance of your […]

Filed Under: Become Your Own Boss Tips, Branding & Marketing, Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, Women in Business, Your Small Business Tagged With: brand evolution, brand identity, brand perception, brand refresh, brand resilience, brand strategy, branding, business growth, competition, competitive differentiation, customer engagement, innovation, market trends, name change, rebranding, small business, strategic branding, target audience

10 Bible Verses Every Small Business Owner Needs for 2024

January 15, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Are you walking in your purpose in 2024? This past Summer, I got a message from God three times that I was playing too small. He asked me to create a goal so big for myself that only he and he only could make it happen for me. For weeks, I sat with it, trying […]

Filed Under: 10 Things Lists, Business Inspiration, Melinda Emerson @SmallBizLady, My Recommendations Tagged With: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 (NLT), 2 Corinthians 9:8 NIV, abundance, belief, bible verse, blessings, blog, burnout, business plan, Colossians 3:12 NIV, compassion, discernment, encouragement, Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV, example, faith, faithbased, faithfulness, gentleness, goals, God's chosen people, God's gift, grace, Habakkuk 2:2 NIV, humility, impossible, intentions, Isaiah 26:3-4 NIV, John 14:27 NIV, kindness, light, love, Luke 1:37 NIV, Matthew 21:22 NIV, obedience, patience, peace, perfect peace, perseverance, persistence, prayer, promises, prosperity, Psalms, Psalms 37:25 (KJV), righteousness, salvation, scripture, self-care, small business, strategic marketing plan, success, trust, valley seasons

Top Ten Attributes of a Leadership Mindset

January 8, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

A leadership mindset isn’t a fixed trait but a set of qualities that can be developed and refined over time. It involves a commitment to personal growth, effective communication, and a genuine desire to lead with integrity and purpose. Ultimately, a leadership mindset enables individuals to positively influence others, drive positive change, and make a […]

Filed Under: 10 Things Lists, Become Your Own Boss Tips, Business Inspiration, Leadership, Melinda Emerson @SmallBizLady Tagged With: BusinessLeadership, DecisionMaking, EffectiveCommunication, EmpathyInLeadership, GoalSetting, GrowthMindset, IntegrityInLeadership, LeadershipDevelopment, LeadershipMindset, LeadershipQualities, LeadershipSkills, PersonalGrowth, ProfessionalDevelopment, SuccessMindset, TeamBuilding, TransparencyInLeadership

Turning Resolutions into Reality: A Blueprint for Small Business Success in 2024

January 1, 2024 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

As the clock strikes midnight on January 1, small business owners across the globe are filled with renewed hope, setting resolutions to make the coming year their best one yet. However, the unfortunate reality is that many of these aspirations fall by the wayside as the year progresses. The biggest goal killer in business is […]

Filed Under: 15 Things Series, Business Inspiration, Fix Your Business, Grow Your Business, How to Start, Melinda Emerson @SmallBizLady, Your Small Business Tagged With: business growth, business planning, business strategy, Clear Goals, coaching, Consultation, customer loyalty, entrepreneurship, Failure to Implement, Financial Goals, goal setting, Health and Well-being, New Year Resolutions, personal growth, Productivity, Professional Development, Resolutions Into Reality, Small Business Coaching, Small Business Resolutions, small business success, strategic planning, Team Building, Technology in Business, Time management, work-life balance

20 Ways to Prepare Your Small Business for 2024

December 4, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

Amidst the hustle of your busy holiday season and the drive to conclude 2023 on a high note, it’s crucial to turn your attention to planning for the upcoming year. The arrival of 2024 is imminent, and the strategic groundwork you lay now will pave the way for your small business’s success in the new […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Solopreneurs, Uncategorized

20 Steps to Get Started with Professional Speaking

August 21, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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If you have a powerful message to share, unique insights, or specialized knowledge, professional speaking could be the perfect platform for you. But how do you get started? In this article, I’ll outline a 20-step process to help you embark on your professional speaking journey. 20 Steps to Get Started with Professional Speaking Like any […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Grow Your Business Tagged With: building a personal brand, niche, professional speaker, professional speaking journey, public speaking

How to Keep Yourself Motivated While Writing a Book

August 7, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Writing a book is a significant undertaking. It requires dedication, discipline, and perseverance to finish a project. The average non-fiction book is 55,000-60,000 words, and getting to the finish line is no small undertaking. It’s common for writers to experience doubt, procrastination, and a lack of motivation throughout the process. In this post, I’ll discuss […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Your Small Business Tagged With: book-writing journey, supportive writing community, writing a book, writing exercises, writing routine

6 Pieces of Advice for Starting a Consulting Business

July 3, 2023 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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Isn’t it thrilling when you decide to take your years of hard-earned experience, unique insights, and talent and channel them into your very own consulting business? You’re not alone on this exhilarating journey. I’ve been there, and over the years, I’ve learned a thing or two about navigating this entrepreneurial adventure. This post is packed […]

Filed Under: Branding & Marketing, Business Inspiration Tagged With: art of selling, Brand in Demand Live, consulting business, financial landscape, sales

Now Read This: Raising Eyebrows by Dal LaMagna

November 24, 2010 By Melinda Emerson 4 Comments

It is Thanksgiving week, which is my favorite holiday of the year. Every Wednesday as @Smallbizlady I host #Smallbizchat on Twitter from 8-9pm.  In honor of the holiday, I’m off this week, but I wanted to share some information about a great new book that just crossed my desk Raising Eyebrows: A Failed Entrepreneur Finally […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, How to Start, Q & A Interview, Your Small Business Tagged With: become your own boss, Dal LaMagna, entrepreneur, small business, smallbizlady, start a business, Tweezerman

How to Find the Right Franchise Business

July 11, 2022 By Melinda Emerson Leave a Comment

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One of the biggest benefits of purchasing a franchise is that when you do so, you go into business for yourself but not by yourself. A franchise business already has: Regional or national brand recognition. A solid business plan that has stood the test of time. Tried-and-tested systems for operations, customer service, etc. With these […]

Filed Under: Business Inspiration, Grow Your Business Tagged With: franchise business, franchise opportunities, purchasing a franchise, right franchise business, self-evaluation

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