Image is Everything, What’s Yours?
Did you know that if you’re on LinkedIn, and your profile looks unprofessional, it can cost you dearly in clients, or your next job offer?
We see it all the time, profiles that are out of touch, out of date, and make you look less than desirable.
There’s a way to use LinkedIn the right way, and don’t feel bad, because people aren’t being taught this. People are just told “you gotta be on LinkedIn” and you do the best you can with little knowledge you have to do it effectively.
Well don’t worry any longer about the impression you’re giving others based on your profile, because we’re here to set you straight, once and for all, so you can have confidence in your image and have others saying “WOW! Am I impressed” when they see yours.
Join us, Jane and JoAnne, two colleagues who realize the importance of you having a strong LinkedIn profile. We’re bringing our popular training to you virtually so you can take advantage from anywhere in the world.
http://www.girpromotions.com/linkedinworkshop/
Jane Morrison and JoAnne Funch
Your LinkedIn Guru Team
P.S. Don’t miss out, training space is limited!
You’ll get expert handholding and learn to make LinkedIn your secret weapon!
Is LinkedIn a sham?
Every day we hear about people struggling to grow and market their business, and it just about breaks our hearts.
They’re putting lots of time, effort, and money into fancy mailings, beautiful brochures and a comprehensive website, without results.
All those things don’t have the relationship factor, and people buy from those they know, like and trust.
Are you missing out on one of the most critical no-cost marketing avenues available today? Maybe….
But don’t bother with LinkedIn unless you know the 5 primary ways to position your profile that will get you in the top search engines.
Don’t bother and waste your time even having a profile on LinkedIn, unless you know which groups to join and more than that, how to interact with them quick and easy, in a way that shows you as an expert.
And definitely don’t bother with LinkedIn unless you know the secrets that will get you known FAST and have customers coming to you, wanting to do business with you!
LinkedIn is a huge free marketing venue WHEN YOU USE IT RIGHT.
And we’ll show you how to do just that, PLUS leave you with a comprehensive step by step guide so you can stand out and blow your competition away.
JOIN US, JANE AND JOANNE, FOR THIS VIRTUAL TRAINING SESSION:
http://www.girpromotions.com/linkedinworkshop/
This will never be priced this low again so take advantage of this and stop missing out on one of the most powerful and effective, did we say f*r*ee? marketing avenues there is!
Your LinkedIn guru team,
Jane Morrison and JoAnne Funch
P.S. Don’t keep this opportunity to yourself! Share it with your friends,family and colleagues.
How to Stop Struggling
I know all about the frustration of trying to move forward and feeling stuck.
I know all about having a vision and big dreams and not being able to get to the goal due to the challenges of technology and prospects saying “no.” 
Imagine what it would be like to have the easy answers at your fingertips.
Imagine what it would be like to get that project “off your plate” so you can earn the income.
Imagine having the support as an entrepreneur to finally turn your passion into profit!
Join me for my complimentary TELECLASS this coming Monday, August 1st, to share some of the solutions that will allow you to stop struggling and feeling that you are going it alone.
I’ll answer your questions about your business struggles on the call live.
I’ll share the top 5 reasons why you would want to join a mastermind group.
And most importantly, you’ll take away a cost effective solution to your business struggles.
I’ve made it easy! No sign up necessary! Mark your calendar!
Just DIAL INTO 1-218-632-9802
Access Code: 5757#
On Monday August 1st at 10:00 PT, 12:00 CT, 1:00 ET.
Never before have I offered this free class, where in fact I am giving away free advice.
And, if you want a sneak peek on the Mastermind program, take a look here: http://www.janemorrison.com/marketing-and-mindset-mastermind-program/
There’s only room for 8 in the program and it’s half full already.
Send the questions you want me to answer about your business struggles to jane@janemorrison.com before Monday!
Today I’m Celebrating my Birthday!
Today I’m celebrating my birthday! I love being born this time of year, because it’s my favorite season. The perennials are blooming, I’m able to go barefoot, and we have a couple of great week long motorcycle trips planned.
I’ll be out on the golf course with my son and husband and away from the office today, but I am writing to ask for a favor and because it’s my birthday, I’d like to give you a present.
First, my new Facebook fan page is up, and I would be so very grateful if you would visit me there and “LIKE” me. You’ll be able to get a couple of free offers I think you’ll enjoy. VISIT MY PAGE AND CONNECT WITH ME HERE
And, since it’s my birthday, I’m offering a gift of a free “Visioning Consultation” to the first five people who contact me. It’s a complimentary coaching session valued at $295 and f*ree to you!
If you’d like more clarity on where you’re going in life, more clarity on how to grow your business, then reply quickly be emailing me at jane@janemorrison.com to take me up on my offer of a visioning session that will get you crystal clear on your next steps down the path of happiness. Don’t stay stuck any longer!
Summer is a time we cram in all sorts of fun. We get out the summer drink recipes, invite friends over for barbecues and take long weekends. But remember to work on your dreams a little bit each and every day, because every great dream begins with a dreamer.
Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.
All my best to you,
The Truth About Isolation for Small Business Owners
Being a work-at-home entrepreneur can be a very lonely experience, especially if you’re an outgoing kind of gal. We all need people, acknowledgement and support.
Whether it’s through an online community, a networking group, a mastermind program, we all need at least one “safe spot” where we feel welcome, can let it all hang out and not worry about being judged, criticized, or taken advantage of. Just by their very existence, supportive groups and friends like these help us deal with the stress in our lives.
If you’re not lucky enough to have that kind of relationship right now, don’t worry. There are places that offer support for you from people who know your struggles and want to relish in your successes. Here are six suggestions of where you might go to find what you need to prop you up when you need it:
Online forums or blogs
Find an online discussion forum or message board for work-at-home entrepreneurs. There are literally hundreds to choose from! While these groups often refer business to each other, their biggest benefit, in my opinion, is the support they provide. Working from home can be a lonely business, and networking with others who are in similar situations makes it less lonely. It’s impossible to feel left on your own when there are so many people on these forums to cheer you on.
A coach or mentor
Finding a coach or mentor who is several steps ahead of you on the journey to business success can be one of the best moves you ever make. Though their main goal is to provide business guidance, the good ones are also a great source of support and motivation. They know the ups and downs of the work-at-home entrepreneur, and can tell you if what you’re experiencing are just normal growing pains, or something else. Best of all, they can help you devise a plan to deal with the stress you’re feeling.
Family
Don’t overlook your family as a source of support. They may have no idea what you do all day – particularly if it involves internet marketing – but they love you and want the best for you. If you tell your spouse or loved one you just need a non-judgmental ear to hear you work through some issues out loud, you’ll likely find that he is more than willing to listen. Give your family a chance to learn as you learn. You didn’t know what to expect when you started down this venture, and neither did they. Include them in your learning curve. Then you’ll have a family that feels a part of your process and will be more than willing to support you.
Real face-to-face friends
When you work from home, you can get locked to your desk and find that most of your closest friends live inside your computer! That’s just fine, as these relationships are fulfilling, supportive, and “real” all on their own. But there’s also something to be said for meeting a friend for a cup of coffee and some real live conversation. We need interpersonal interaction of the face-to-face kind, with the give-and-take conversation patterns that we humans are familiar with; the start-and-stop, ebb-and-flow, of our thoughts and opinions in a real live conversation. Don’t limit your contact with the world to Facebook, Twitter, and email. Connect with your “real-world” friends regularly.
A therapist or counselor
Trained mental health professionals are wonderful resources for objective, sound advice in dealing with stress. While they probably won’t be able to help you figure out the product launch strategy for your latest interactive course, they can help you find ways to deal with relationships, stress, and other negative mental emotions. Often, when voiced out loud to a trained professional as an outside party, a thought that’s been stressing you will all of a sudden make sense. Get a good recommendation from a friend, colleague, or your doctor and schedule an appointment if you feel that a professional therapist can help you deal with negative mental emotions.
A Mastermind Group
Mastermind Group is a small group of people who come together for a common purpose to share challenges and solutions. Generally, each person in the group gets their own designated time to talk about their current status and challenges, while the other group members give feedback, suggestions and solutions. This group can be over the telephone or in person.
For more information about Mastermind Groups, contact Jane at jane@janemorrison.com
WHAT ARE YOUR TIPS TO KEEP ISOLATION AS A SMALL BUSINESS OWNER AT BAY????
3 Easy Ways to Manage Your Workload
Do you find you often handle the simple things during the day, but leave the more daunting, yet vital, projects on the back burner?
I know it can be overwhelming to tackle a big project like write a newsletter, create a blog or website, or make an e-book or produce a teleclass. It’s human nature to handle the easy tasks first. But having a system to work on important projects, the ones that make you income and forward your business, will ensure that you’re consistently developing your business.
Here’s how I do it:
- PLAN: I schedule time for the project just like any other important appointment. I make sure that each project gets its own “project time” on my calendar. I treat that appointment as important as a client meeting. No cancelling, no putting it off. That designated time is when I work on that project.
- FOCUS: I clear my desk of distractions, even just making a pile of what’s there and putting it to the side, or if I find I really need a change of scenery, I leave my office and go to a place free of distractions. I find that when I’m at a specific place to work on a specific project, I am focused and inspired knowing I will not be leaving until I have been productive.
- REPEAT: Until the project is complete, I continue to plan, focus and repeat. Knowing your “why” – why are you creating an e-course, what will you do with the blog post once written, knowing why you are teaching a teleclass makes you more aware of your time and lets you assess if you are spending your time wisely.
Make sure you’re not wasting your time on projects that have no purpose. Be strategic choosing your projects, just don’t jump on the bandwagon and spend time creating a video because you read an article that says it’s the cool thing to do. Know your why, plan, focus and repeat, and by following this system you’ll be productive with your time and be spending your time on what really matters.
I’ d love your comments. How do you manage your workload and make sure you’re spending your time wisely?
How to FINALLY Conquer Procrastination
Have you ever wanted to get something done but kept putting it off?
Do you get frustrated by your own need to make things just right?
Do you start out and easily get distracted and never finish what you intended to do?
I’ve suffered from all these procrastination descriptions, and I guess I’m not alone, because according to the Procrastination Research Group at Carleton University, up to 70 percent of North Americans struggle with procrastination.
But I’m finally in a groove where I accomplish what I intend to do.
So how do we accomplish what we really want to do?
I’ll share my secrets and solutions with you, so you too can move forward with your dreams and goals.
Join me in this hands on seminar where you will finally figure out:
1) What’s REALLY important for you to get done
2) What is your “prominent procrastination” profile
3) The strategies and solutions you can use to overcome your suffering and guilt
4) Easy steps to cure your particular procrastination habits
5) What’s really getting in the way of your procrastination
This “Class in Action” that will provide powerful worksheets that we’ll use during the class to get to the heart of your procrastination. You’ll also receive personal coaching from Jane to be able to get the breakthrough you need to move ahead. .
If you are FINALLY ready to break free of your procrastination bad habits…..then join us to discover solutions that really work!
This class will be conducted by telesminar. That means you get to join us in the comfort of your home or office. All you need is a quiet place free of distraction, a telephone, and be ready to make some changes in your life.
Here’s an easy sign up link: http://janemorrison.com/events
Just call at the designated time (1:00 PM Eastern; Noon Central; 11:00 AM Mountain; and 10:00 AM Pacific) and enter your pin number. It helps to have a headset. Please call from a landline since cell phones can cause distractions.
If you’d like to join us, but cannot make the date, be sure to register and we’ll send you the recording and worksheets that you can do on your own.
DON’T DELAY, DON’T PUT THIS OFF
ANY LONGER…SIGN UP NOW!
P.S. This class is F*R*E*E to my “Boost your Business Mastermind Group”. Check it out at http://www.smartsavvysuccess.com/boost
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