Judi Moreo has presented keynote speeches, workshops, and seminars in twenty-seven countries on four continents. She is an accomplished author with nine books to her credit including Conquer the Brain Drain: 52 Creative Ways to Pump Up Productivity, Ignite the Spark: 52 Creative Ways To Boost Creativity, Delivering Exceptional Customer Service .... a handbook for the Customer Service Person Working At The Front Line, and her bestselling, You Are More Than Enough and its companion, Achievement Journal. Moreo was a senior executive in a major media group in South Africa during the end of the apartheid era. Prior to taking the position in South Africa, she was a highly successful entrepreneur. The Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce honored her as a “Woman of Achievement – Entrepreneur” and upon her return to the United States, Moreo founded Turning Point International, a training and development company. The US Business Advisory Council recently named her “Nevada Business Person of the Year.” Moreo has served as President/Executive Director of Turning Point International for 18 years. Judi shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? Judi is an entrepreneur at heart. She has the need to set her own hours and do her own thing. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full-time What were the first steps that she took? In the corporate training business, Judi had a business partner who cold called companies to offer their services. Judi also took every speaking opportunity to publicize her business. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? You're More Than Enough by Judi Moreo Books by John Maxwell Books by Og Mandino What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Look at people who are successful and ask them what made them successful and what did they do to get there. Find somebody who is doing what you want to do and try to learn about them as much as possible. Try to work with mentors to learn from them. How to reach Judi? Judi@JudiMoreo.com Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Create your 2017 Sales & Marketing Plan webinar: www.planningyourleap.com/ELI2017Plan Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Melin Isa is a sales and business coach who works with aspiring, part-time, and new entrepreneurs to launch and grow their business. She partners with her clients to figure out their gifts and talents, explore opportunities that are aligned with their interests and purpose, create strategies to launch their business, develop sales skills and mindset, gain confidence and clarity, and so much more. Melin shares... 3 things she does to handle stress when thing go wrong: Don't spread the negativity and take it out on others. Look at the situation in perspective. Stay amused. Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Create your 2017 Sales & Marketing Plan webinar: www.planningyourleap.com/ELI2017Plan Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Kathleen Gage is the “no-nonsense, common sense” online marketing strategist, speaker, author, product creation specialist, and owner of Power Up For Profits. She helps entrepreneurs make money online. Her clients are driven by making a difference through their own unique voice. As an early adopter of online marketing, Kathleen is considered to be one of the nation’s most passionate speakers. She is known for cutting through the fluff and helping people leave their sob stories behind so they can stop focusing on the past and start looking towards the future. She speaks and teaches about what she believes are the core elements of a successful life: accountability, integrity, honesty, and living with passion and hope. Kathleen shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? Kathleen really wanted to start a business and had the opportunity to take a severance package through her employer. She started with a corporate training business. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full-time What were the first steps that she took? Kathleen initial business had her travelling speaking and conducting workshops. What type of people does she surround herself with? Initially Kathleen didn't ask for help, thinking she needed to know it all. Now she has her own mentors and learn from the best of the best. One personal habit that contributed to her success? Kathleen mediate and do some form of exercise. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? The One Thing by Gary Keller What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Find people who travelled the road you want to travel and find out what they did. Get mentors, but do your due diligence and check them out. Be willing to invest in your future. Invest financially, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Invest in the life that you want because to have the kind of life you want takes work and effort. It doesn't happen overnight. How to reach Kathleen? Facebook: @kathleengage Twitter: @kathleengage www.powerupforprofits.com Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Mary is a passionate, fact-based marketer. As founder of For Marketing Matters LLC, Mary developed the perfect outsourced marketing model for savvy CEOs seeking an ongoing partner. As a marketing evangelist, Mary preaches the marketing gospel, addressing the common misunderstandings of marketing and its function. At her core, Mary is strategic and analytical, planning and executing to maximize ROI. A high energy leader and entrepreneur, Mary enters year ten running her business. She earned her MBA from Emory University's Goizueta Business School and has two bachelor of science degrees in Finance and Marketing from Boston College, graduating summa cum laude. Mary shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? The marketing department at Mary's company was eliminated. She decided to explore why marketing is misunderstood. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full-time What were the first steps that she took? Initially, Mary took short-term contracts for cash flow. To find her ideal clients, Mary leveraged her past connections as well as developed new connections when she went through an accreditation process. What type of people does she surround herself with? Mary had a business coach throughout the years of building her business. She also surrounded herself with other experts. One personal habit that contributed to her success? Mary is a planner. She writes down what she wants to do and do it. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? How To Win Friends And Influence People by Dale Carnegie What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Meet with your accountant and attorney early. Don't dabble. Don't settle. Go for what you want. If people tell you and you hear feedback you don't want to hear, don't accept it. Find and secure real colleagues. How to reach Mary? Email: mhonan@formarketingmatters.com Twitter: @MEHonan Facebook: www.facebook.com/ForMarketingMatters/ Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Michael B. Ross is a “visioneer” from Ohio who has a heart to see others live their dreams and reach their maximum potential. He’s driven by a strong conviction that each individual was created to be extraordinary and do extraordinary things. After stepping out of a steady job in corporate America, Michael pursued his calling: teaching and training others to develop into fulfilled and influential individuals. Michael is a successful business owner and entrepreneur. He has a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Geneva College and I.T. Project Management from Robert Morris University and is currently studying to complete his Ph.D. He is a United States Navy veteran and has served in Afghanistan, Iraq, South Korea, Japan and several other places around the globe. Michael’s experience in the Navy has contributed to his ability to see beyond the “small town” mentality and make an impact at the global level. Michael is an expert in character training and is a certified Coach, Teacher, Podcaster and Speaker. He, his wife Brittany and their four children, Zaiden, Quinn, Brinley and Brogan reside in Ohio. Michael shares... What motivated him to start a business in the first place? Michael had several reasons why he wanted to start a business. He didn't like the negative work environment and he felt he could do better. Did he start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full-time What were the first few steps that he took? Michael started out by joining a networking marketing groups and worked many hours to build his team. What type of people does he surround himself with? Michael has several coaches to help him in different areas of his life and business. One personal habit that contributed to his success. Michael has daily action plans. What book(s) would he recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? The Seasons of Life by Jim Rohn For free signed copy of Michael's book, send email to info@mainsteamls.com. Subject line: Melin What advice would he give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Know what you want in your essence. Write it down. Put a plan together and go after it as hard as you can with as much ferocity as you can muster every day. How to reach Michael? www.mainstreamls.com LinkedIn: Michael B. Ross For free signed copy of Michael's book, send email to info@mainsteamls.com. Subject line: Melin Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Indigo Ocean Dutton, MA is a business consultant at Awaken Business Consulting, Community Leader at Conscious Professionals, host of Conscious Business Leaders TV, founder of the Phone Buddies Online Peer Counseling Community, and author of "Being Bliss." Her greatest joy is contributing to our social evolution as beings of love made physical, together in both harmony and ever increasing complexity. Indigo shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? While Indigo was running her private practice she attempted to launch various businesses. She was later recruited by a business consulting firm that taught her how to build a successful. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full-time What were the first steps that she took? Indigo's first client found her through her website. She then got referrals after doing great work. What type of people does she surround herself with? Indigo spends time with other entrepreneurs. She learns more from reading and watching information online. One personal habit that contributed to her success? Indigo constants checks her mood and mental point of view to make sure she has a positive outlook and a good feeling. She uses her inner guidance and follow it. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? Oneness by Shalini Asha Bhaloo How to reach Indigo? www.thewinningstart.com www.awakenbusinessconsulting.com Twitter: @indigoocean Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Create your 2017 Sales & Marketing Plan webinar: www.planningyourleap.com/ELI2017Plan Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Hawk Mikado is the leading expert in online to offline marketing and sales systems. He has built over 7 profitable businesses, in the multi-six and seven figures. He is an entrepreneur, an adventurer, and a family man.He has a very giving heart, dedicating his time to helping companies increase revenues and their employees become focused on their passion, and confident about their path. Hawk shares... What motivated him to start a business in the first place? Hawk has always been interested in business even at a young age. His father also encouraged him entrepreneurial spirit. Did he start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full-time What were the first few steps that he took? Hawk found his clients through connecting with people at events. What type of people does he surround himself with? Hawk has his own coaches. What book(s) would he recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? City of Influence by Jared Stewart & Sarah Stewart Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Books by John C. Maxwell Books by Darren Hardy What advice would he give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Hire someone to take of the things that you do personally, like virtual assistant. Find someone who is committed to your success. How to reach Hawk? www.invertinc.com Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Create your 2017 Sales & Marketing Plan webinar: www.planningyourleap.com/ELI2017Plan Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Joshua left his job as a banker for JP Morgan Chase to start a cleaning business in Michigan which he eventually grew and sold to a California based cleaning conglomerate in 2015. Now he is living in Costa Rica with his 4 kids and wife where he helps small business owners from all over the world understand the power of business systems and automation, and the freedom they can bring. Joshua is the founder of AutomateGrowSell.com, an online training platform for small local service businesses as well as SendJim.com a follow up automation tool for busy professionals. Josh teaches... The way you do what you do right now is a system. Process of creating a system: Write a list of all the things that you do. Categorize how much you would pay someone to do the task. Delegate the task according what you can afford to pay someone to do it. Start with the simplest task and be intentional in documenting how you complete it. Suggest using mindmap. Contact: www.automatejosh.com Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
A former professional hairstylist, Dee Tutt’s creative side took a unique turn when she discovered a talent for mixing cocktails. Inspired by drinks she enjoyed while traveling to her favorite islands in the Caribbean and the Bahamas, she created a unique Caribbean style punch for a gathering of close friends and family. Little did she know how popular her kitchen creation – perfected over 30 years – would one day become. Named Savîle Premium Rumtini, this exotically refreshing drink became a local phenomenon, and she was encouraged to manufacture it for mass production for all to enjoy. Dee shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? Friends and family have always told Dee she should sell her flavored rumtini. Dee eventually felt the timing was right for her to launch her rumtini brand. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Part-time What were the first steps that she took? Dee put a team together, starting with her daughter and cousin. She had to also approve the flavors with the flavor house. What type of people does she surround herself with? Since Dee and her family were not knowledgeable in the alcohol beverage industry she connected with three people who knew the industry in and out. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? Planning Your Leap by Melin Isa What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Do your research and try to surround yourself with the people who are in the industry. Find out if that's a viable industry to get into. Don't be so trusting in everyone; use discernment. Have faith in what you're doing. How to reach Dee? www.drinksavile.com Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Becky is a published author, International professional speaker, three-time survivor of advanced stage breast cancer and Co-Founder of Breast Friends, a national nonprofit organization headquartered in Oregon. Becky's mission in life is to change lives with her words, so we can feel more empowered to live our best life Becky believes that we can activate our God-given superpowers when we decide exactly what we want our legacy to be and walk boldly in our purpose. Becky shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? While recovering from her first cancer treatment Becky realized she wanted to spend more time with her family instead of working 14 to 15-hour days. After her second cancer diagnosis and a certain email from boss, she finally quit her job. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Part-time What type of people does she surround herself with? Becky put a team together to help with the non-profit. She hired her own mentors and coaches for speaking business. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? Water The Bamboo by Greg Bell http://amzn.to/2ey7YvK What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? If you're doing something that is coming from the right place and you got the right heart and you surround yourself with the right people, it's going to work. Just keep doing it. Persistence pays. Contact? www.beckyolson.com www.breastfriends.org Facebook: beckyolsonspeaks Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Melinda Chen is a sales coach helping female entrepreneurs sell to big clients. She is also a sales executive with an impressive sales track record of 8 figures. Her company, Women Making Big Sales, allows female entrepreneurs to start connecting and sell to big clients in 5 weeks. Melinda grew up in an entrepreneurial family. When she first started her sales career after university, she wanted to know everything about selling. So, she spent years reading over 20 books in sales, made over 5,000 cold calls and worked with agents, reps and corporate clients around the world. Since then, she has mastered the art of selling to big companies and made sales in Americas, Europe and Asia covering a wide range of industries. She is inspired to help women take control of their lives by going for big clients, closing important deals and dramatically expand their business. Melinda teaches... How to sell to large businesses (over $3 million in sales) or hard to reach through traditional means? According to a study, two most effective B2B marketing methods: Introductions and referrals. Email marketing. Strategy for B2B: Target specific companies in a niche. Research and identify 3 to 5 people. Identify super-connector in the niche. Ways to provide value: C - communicate P - promotion R - resources Contact: Website: www.womenmakingbigsales.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/womenmakingbigsales Free scripts: http://bit.ly/2ei8guw Reminders Dec. 6th virtual sales seminar with Tom Hopkins and Eric Lofholm: www.planningyourleap.com/salestomhopkins Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life: www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Karen Donaldson is an award winning, #1 Best Selling Author. Karen is also the owner of Karen Donaldson Inc.; she is a Personal Growth Strategist, Certified Confidence Coach, Executive Public Speaking Coach and International Speaker. Karen has been speaking for over 20 years, and coaching for over 6. She's in the business of showing individuals exactly how to take powerful action to achieve more at work and in life, lead themselves and others better, increase their performance and productivity level and be more confident in themselves while doing it. She is the secret weapon behind many CEO’s, Senior Executives, Successful Entrepreneurs and Politicians across North America and the UK, as she guides them and helps them to increase their capacity to truly connect, engage and authentically increase their impact with their clients, audience or teams. Karen shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? Karen's entrepreneurial spark began as young speaker during her college days. Speaking became a side-hustle until a CEO asked her to teach him how become a better speaker. Then she started getting referrals. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Part-time What were the first steps that she took? Initially Karen had referrals after helping the CEO with his speaking skills. What type of people does she surround herself with? Karen learned from her husband. She also approached people who she admired if they would teach and share their business experience with her. What was the low point in her entrepreneurial journey, what did she do to get back on track, and what did she learn from that experience? There was a period where Karen had no clients and had to dip into her savings to pay her bills. She decided to look back at the things she did that worked and refocused. One personal habit that contributed to her success? Every morning Karen says personal affirmations. She also practices gratitude. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? How To Live A Life With No Excuses by Karen Donaldson The One Thing by Gary Keller What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Make a decision but do not wait for perfection. Perfect along the way. You want what you're offering to be substantial enough but not perfect. Be conscious and aware of how you define perfection because a lot of the time perfection equals no action at all. Reach out and ask for help and support when you need help. How to reach Karen? Email: Karen@KarenDonaldsonInc.com Website: KarenDonaldsonInc. Coaching Session: www.noexcusesretreats.com Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life. https://www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Loren Fogelman is founder of Business Success Solution and an internationally recognized success expert speaking on stages across the country from Harvard Athletic Coaches to the Small Business Development Center. Loren is author of The Winning Point – How to Master the Mindset of Champions, an Amazon #1 bestseller. Recognized as a high performance consultant by the LA Times, Loren reveals the missing key that will turn your business around. As a sports psychologist turned business coach, Loren discovered how an athlete’s winning mindset also helps entrepreneurs claim their space without compromising their vision. Loren shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? Loren has always been entrepreneurial. She and her husband decided to open a counseling agency but eventually Loren felt more passionate about business coaching instead sports psychology. What type of people does she surround herself with? Loren had her own high level business coach to fast track the success of her business. What was the low point in her entrepreneurial journey, what did she do to get back on track, and what did she learn from that experience? While Loren was still working in counseling she realized she was the bottleneck in the process and needed to be less controlling and learn to lead and delegate. One personal habit that contributed to her success? Whenever Loren feel stuck, she would ask people from her inner circle feedback. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? The Winning Point by Loren Fogelman Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim and Renee A Maubergne What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? The person you are today is not that person who's finally going to achieve that defining moment of success. You don't need more credentials behind your name. What you have to do is go out and take action. You are the best investment you can make in your business. How to reach Loren? www.businesssuccesssolution.com/success Join me for my daily Facebook live streaming in November, talking about business and life. https://www.facebook.com/planningyourleapintobusiness/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Ajay Prasad is a serial entrepreneur and owner of two seven-figure small businesses. He has recently launched a new product onto the market called RepuGen, which is a SaaS product that helps small businesses connect with their customers and obtain positive online reviews and protect against negative reviews. Ajay strives to assist aspiring entrepreneurs in achieving their business goals, and is available to answer any questions you may have about starting a business at ajay@gmrwebteam.com. Ajay teaches... How to manage your online reputation? Set up your profile (claim your reputation) on social media platforms that your customers spend time on. Have good presence on those platforms where people say good things about your and like you. 92% of consumers will check out information about the business before they will contact you. People are also interested in seeing how the business handles the reviews. You should respond to all reviews: thank those who wrote the good reviews and address issues when the review is bad. Hand your customer cards to your customer to start the process of getting a review unless you have a software tool to automate the process. Ask them to rate (star or 1-10) and then explain why. Unhappy customers are more likely to write a review than happy customers. Getting a customer to give you a review will intercept the customer from venting online when they are unhappy. Contact: Website: www.repugen.com Email: ajay@repugen.com Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Melin Isa is a sales and business coach who works with aspiring, part-time, and new entrepreneurs to launch and grow their business. She partners with her clients to figure out their gifts and talents, explore opportunities that are aligned with their interests and purpose, create strategies to launch their business, develop sales skills and mindset, gain confidence and clarity, and so much more. Melin answers... How to make difficult decisions? Seek wise counsel from your support group. Look at your priorities. Know yourself. Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Melin Isa is a sales and business coach who works with aspiring, part-time, and new entrepreneurs to launch and grow their business. She partners with her clients to figure out their gifts and talents, explore opportunities that are aligned with their interests and purpose, create strategies to launch their business, develop sales skills and mindset, gain confidence and clarity, and so much more. PYLIB is going on a short 5-week break. In the mean time, Melin answers some questions 1. Robert followed the sales process but still unable to close the sale? What is he doing wrong? 2. How much money did Melin save before she went into business full-time? 3. You want to start a business but you don't know what you're good at or your purpose? 12 Week Mastery Program link planningyourleap.com/12weekmastery Enrollment starts September 13th! BONUS - Enroll using my link below and you'll receive Amazon Tap - Alexa enabled blue tooth speaker! Just send a copy of your receipt to feedback@planningyourleap.com (To make sure I get credited for your enrollment, please make sure you clear your history and cache if you've opted-in through someone else's referral link. The go back and use my link www.planningyourleap.com/12weekmastery or use the button below.) Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Elizabeth Dukes is the Co-Founder of iOffice, the fastest growing 100% SaaS IWMS Platform and App Marketplace dedicated to facilities management. Elizabeth champions the use of SaaS technology to empower the workforce and create the most productive workplaces on earth. With more than two decades of experience in the field, Elizabeth and co-founder Don Traweek ran Pitney Bowes Management Services providing workplace management solutions to the Fortune 1000. Together, they founded iOffice recognizing the need for a robust, but easy to use software solution to manage the complex tasks and reporting for facilities management, and co-wrote the book on the subject, Wide Open Workspace. Elizabeth is a sought-after speaker at IFMA Worldwide and at chapter meetings in Houston and Austin as well as at Tradeline Space Strategies and Realcomm. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from the University of Texas, Austin. Elizabeth shares... What motivated her to start a business in the first place? Elizabeth and her partner Don Traweek came up with a software technology concept that was used by their employer. Their employer later on decided they were not interested in the technology and Elizabeth and her partner decided to turn their concept into their own business. Did she start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full -time What were the first steps that she took? Elizabeth and her partner Don, leveraged the relationships established through their employer. Now they established their own inbound marketing platform with help from Hubspot. They hired an inbound marketing firm to handle content, graphic design and overall branding of what they were doing. What type of people does she surround herself with? When they first started, Elizabeth and Don had a third partner who handled the business side. The third partner passed away, but they managed to hire the right person to take care of that area of business. What was the low point in her entrepreneurial journey, what did she do to get back on track, and what did she learn from that experience? When the third partner passed away, they discovered that their account receivables were over extended and affected their cash flow. Elizabeth and Don had to get back into that side of business to get things back in the proper schedule. They learned to be more invested in keeping an eye on all areas of business even though it might not be their area of expertise or responsibility. One personal habit that contributed to her success? Elizabeth has a sense of urgency and responsiveness. If she were to write a letter to her pre-entrepreneur self, what would she say? Go for it. It's going to be ok. Don't worry. Don't stress. You're going to be fine. Tell your husband you don't need a business plan. You are going to make money. What book(s) would she recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? Good to Great by Purple Cow by Seth Godin What advice would she give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Recognizing your strengths and weaknesses. If you have a great idea, be sure to enhance what you're doing with people who have other skills that you lack because your deliverables will be more robust. Don't be afraid to take the risk If you fail, you fail. At least you can apply to our nex experience. How to reach Elizabeth? Email: edukes@iOfficecorp.com Twitter: @iOfficecorp Linkedin: Elizabeth Dukes 12 Week Mastery Program link planningyourleap.com/12weekmastery Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesd...
Chris Miles, the "Cash Flow Expert", is a leading authority on how to quickly free up and create cash flow for thousands of his clients, entrepreneurs, and others internationally! He’s an author, speaker, and podcast host of The Chris Miles Money Show, and has been featured in US News, CNN Money, and Entrepreneur on Fire, helping thousands internationally get fast financial results. Chris teaches... Cashflow : Difference between income and expenses Track using Mint.com Scenario: Working full-time while building business on the side. If you are still working a job while building your business, be grateful for that job you are in so you can build up your reserves and business, instead of being desperate to leave. Spend money only when it makes sense. Keep track of expenses. Cut down whatever expenses that you don't need to build some reserved funds. If your employer is open to it, gradually reduce your hours at work as you business grows. General rule of thumb, leave your job when you've consistently earning at least 10% more than what you're earning from your job. Scenario: Took the Leap and full-time in your business. Continue to track and watch your money. Law of Attention - Whatever you put your attention towards will expand and grow. Law of Atrophy: Whatever you ignore or don't use will leave you. Track your productive activities. Ex. where sales came from and how much you spent to get those sales. How to contact Chris? Website: moneyripples.com Podcast: The Chris Miles Money Show on iTunes Email: chris@moneyripples.com 12 Week Mastery Program link planningyourleap.com/12weekmastery Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Matt Miller graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in 1989 and was an Air Force pilot for 9 years. Post-military, Matt worked in both the medical and advertising fields as a top performer. His long-term desire was to start a business to build a lifestyle based on freedom and choice. A conversation with a good friend led him on a 10-year business quest that has brought Matt's franchising company to the cutting edge of both the vending and school fundraising industries. Matt shares... What motivated him to start a business in the first place? Matt knew he wanted to start his own business because he didn't like to be told what to do. Did he start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Part-time What were the first few steps that he took? Matt explored different businesses part-time in trying to figure out which was the right one and the right time to leave his job. What type of people does he surround himself with? Matt started out being a part of an online vending community group. He now has coaches in different areas of expertise and mastermind. What was the low point in his entrepreneurial journey, what did he do to get back on track, and what did he learn from that experience? Matt's faced a reduction in his commissions that greatly impacted his finances and he couldn't even get a payday loan. He focused on understanding the numbers it would take for him to make a sale and prove his concept. One personal habit that contributed to his success. Matt gets up very early in the morning. What book(s) would he recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? E-Myth by Michael Gerber Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki What advice would he give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Jump in with both feet. You'll never figure it all out in advance. Too much time is spent in planning than doing. The ducks will never be in a row. Get busy doing and you'll get there that much quicker. How to reach Matt? Free ebook: ssv.com/planningyourleap Email: Matt@ssv.com 12 Week Mastery Program link planningyourleap.com/12weekmastery Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!
Vance Morris is a Walt Disney World Resort Management Alumni, having spent 10 years as an executive in the Resorts. He runs the only Disney Service Direct Response Marketing business on the planet. Here he coaches companies to create Disney Style Service Systems and then monetize them through direct response marketing. He is also the GKIC 2015 Marketer of the Year. Vance shares... What motivated him to start a business in the first place? Vance was tired of working in the corporate world and also wanted to move his family to Maryland. He decided to buy a franchise because of the proven business plan and strategy. Did he start the business on the side or dive in full-time? Full-time. What were the first few steps that he took? Vance worked with a franchise headhunter who helped him find and review franchises that would fit his requirements. What type of people does he surround himself with? Vance became part of a network of franchisee who he could connect with and ask questions about situation on the social media boards. He also got to know people in business groups such as BNI, SCORE, etc. Now he belongs to a few mastermind groups. What was the low point in his entrepreneurial journey, what did he do to get back on track, and what did he learn from that experience? Vance blew through his life savings to keep the business afloat. He talked himself into looking at his situation from a positive perspective. He had a network of people that have gone through with same things that he could also talk to. One personal habit that contributed to his success. Vance scripts out his entire day, week and month. What book(s) would he recommend aspiring entrepreneurs read? E-Myth by Michael Gerber No BS Direct Marketing by Dan Kennedy The Ultimate Sales Machine by Chet Holmes What advice would he give to someone who is starting their journey into entrepreneurship? Get ready for a fun ride. Don't give up. There are going to be really difficult points but they are far outweighed by the successes that come. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Do your homework on your industry. How to reach Vance? www.deliverservicenow.com Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again today. Do you have some feedback you’d like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below! Also, please leave an honest review for the PYLIB podcast on iTunes. Ratings and review are super helpful and very much appreciated. I read each and every one of them. If you have questions for the Ask Melin episode on the last Wednesday of the month, please email feedback@planningyourleap.com Finally, remember to subscribe to the show on iTunes or GooglePlay to get automatic updates. Decide. Do. Done!