I have recently been exposed to too many instances of sales calls that are inappropriate and ineffective to actually make a sale. Social media networks such as LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook are great for making the initial connection, but if you do not take the time to interact and actually build a relationship with your […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: Disrupt Your Competition Through Customer Amazement with Shep Hyken – Ep. 002
Shep Hyken is a Customer Service and Experience Expert and the Chief Amazement Officer at Shepard Presentations. He has presented keynote speeches and organization presentations for dozens of well-known companies including Energizer, Applebee’s, American Express, American Red Cross, and Georgia Oilman’s Association to help them build loyal relationships with their customers as well as their […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: Failing Does Not Mean You’re a Failure – Ep. 003
As solopreneurs and small business owners, it’s easy to identify ourselves based on the successes – and failures – of our business. As the leader – the public face – for our organizations, when our business hits a rough patch, our team makes a mistake, or we lose a client, we often internalize our business […]
The SmallBizChat Podcast: How I Became SmallBizLady – Ep. 001
Welcome to the first episode of the SmallBizChat Podcast – the show that’s on a mission to help you improve your small business and avoid small business failure. I’m your host, Melinda Emerson “SmallBizLady,” America’s #1 Small Business Expert. On today’s episode, I share who I am, how I became known as the SmallBizLady, and […]
11 Bible Verses Small Business Owners Need in 2011
Each year, I pick a bible verse as my theme for the year. This year I did not choose a verse, but a saying that a coaching client shared with me. “Either I win or I learn, but with God’s help I never lose”. I loved that, and I was so touched by what this […]
10 Bible Verses Every Small Business Owner Needs
As a Christian and a family focused entrepreneur, I believe that faith is a key ingredient in small business success. In this current economy, the people of God must remember that if you honor God through your business he will direct your path. Each year, I pick a bible verse as my theme for the […]
12 Bible Verses Every Small Business Owner Needs For 2012
I normally do this post at the top of the year, but I was inspired to wait until now. With Easter upon us, I though this post would be particularly meaningful at this time of year. My religious theme for 2012 is, “Either I win or I learn, but with God’s help I never lose.” […]
Are You Focused on Your Follow-up?
The choice to succeed as your own business is an exhilarating concept, and it comes with a price tag. There are endless responsibilities and tasks that must be taken care of and all of the pressure is on you. To choose to succeed as your own boss, it is absolutely vital you prime your network […]
#SmallBizChat Interviews: Best of 2018
Every week as SmallBizLady, I conduct interviews with experts on my Twitter talk show #SmallBizChat. The show takes place every Wednesday on Twitter from 8-9 pm ET. Then, every Thursday we publish the complete interviews from our amazing authors and guests. I hope that you have enjoyed the #SmallBizChat interviews we’ve done this year! In case you […]
Best Small Business Guest Bloggers for 2018
Every Tuesday on succeedasyourownboss.com, we feature guest bloggers from all over the world who share valuable insight about how to start and grow a small business. This is all in support of our mission to End Small Business Failure, and I appreciate that these small business guest bloggers take the time to share advice from […]
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