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23.June.2008
Volume 2,
Issue 22
A Weekly UNpublication
Opportunities, News, Resources & Insights

Colleague


Hello and Welcome to EditCopyProof's weekly outpouring of valuable information to propel your business and inspire your soul.

Every edition contains an eclectic compilation. Whatever happens during the week ends up in this UNnewsletter.

You are in the yawn-free zone when this publication arrives in your mailbox each Monday because I promise to deliver the best of the best. Take what works for you and discard the rest.

Business and pleasure. Pleasure and business. The lines cross so frequently for entrepreneurs, it's often impossible to separate the two. They blend so beautifully, why even try?

That's the basis of this publication. You get a full dose of business-related topics as well as content having nothing at all to do with business. I have no doubt you'll find something to enhance your life. Enjoy!

In This Edition
by Expert Copy Strategist, Charlon Bobo   Charlon Small




Another inspired week is upon us. To empower you with direct resources to increased, measurable results, this week's features include:

  1. SMART BUSINESS | Do you enjoy the many benefits of a tribe?
  2. GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIES | Featuring Digital Buddha Studios
  3. FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK | Weather changes, life changes



Charlon Bobo is the founder and team leader of EditCopyProof | Wordsmithing and Editing Solutions -- Transforming Words Into Profits. Proficient in many diverse writing roles, her expertise spans more than 25 years. This solid foundation offers you a single and final destination in your quest for extraordinary press-ready services including copyediting, copywriting and proofreading. Visit us TODAY at EditCopyProof to submit your Request For Proposal.

Smart Business
Charlon Bobo   Life-enhancing Dynamics of a Tribe

Tribe
Call it a clan. Call it a network.
Call it a tribe. Call it a family.
Whatever you call it, whoever you are,
you need one.


Jane Howard




The past week I've been in the company of my tribe. Highlights of the trip include early morning departures, midnight yoga sessions with more laughter than yoga, daily intake of Starbuck's coffee, wine and time in the hot tub, a 17-hour video shoot, meals at all hours of the day and night, and the impact of very little sleep.

My inner circle of support consists of Lisa Manyon (Write On Creative Writing Services), Viki Viertel (Digital Buddha Studios) and Lorrie Morgan-Ferrero (Red Hot Copy). We work hard and play hard.

Although our initial connection related to business development, we have become a close group that now shares the intimacy of our personal lives, as well.

I immensely enjoy the benefits of my connection with the women of my tribe. They inspire me. They motivate me. They support me. They help me bring my ideas to life by actively listening and providing objectivity. This experience has provided an opportunity to look at the value of these connections to offer you insight.

What are the essential components of being in a tribe and maximizing the benefits of such an experience?

Essential components
  • Trustworthy colleagues who have something to offer you in business and in life
  • Colleagues for whom you have something valuable to offer (complimentary talents)
  • People with whom there's a good fit, e.g. similar work ethic, integrity, sense of humor, etc.
Obvious benefits
  • Personal and professional comradery
  • Support in forward thinking/trendsetting
  • Rapid results for goal achievement
  • Business propulsion
  • Brainstorming opportunities
  • Complementary, objective perspectives
  • Exposure to an interesting variety of personalities, ideas, and energy
How to maximize benefits of a tribe
  1. Think of giving first
  2. Be respectful of the time of others -- limit email and telephone inquiries to those of the most important
  3. When possible, make yourself immediately available when others need your help - this experience makes a lasting impression because people make the link to you helping when they need you most

As you can see, establishing and maintaining tribal relationships is personally and professionally advantageous.

Connections may last days, months or years based on what each person needs, but the longer these relationships are fostered, the stronger the dynamic because you create history -- and memories -- together.

I highly recommend getting a tribe of your own! (I'll tell you HOW next week!)

Golden Opportunities
  DBSlogo
Life gets better and better.

Last week I had the pleasure and honor of visiting my friend -- and most recent new client -- Viki Viertel at the location of her Digital Buddha Studios sound stage and corporate offices in Minneapolis. What a time we had!

We worked hard and were able to accomplish much in the week I was there.

One of the treasured memories of this week was experiencing Viki's vision through my own eyes. As much as she told me before I went to see it for myself, I had no idea of the magnitude. WOWIE! That's why I'm proud to feature her services here.

Digital Buddha Studios is a Full Service digital arts company, providing the very latest in video services for your business.

Video creates a buzz about what you are about, and piques interest, making what you have to offer irresistible.

With the expertise of Digital Buddha Studios productions, you will not be forgotten.

Increase your visibility and credibility with cutting edge marketing methods to increase your competitiveness within your industry and beyond.

Visit the Web site to download a free report titled "You Can't Undo YouTube! Credibility Killers Exposed!" or schedule your FREE no-obligation concept call.

During your 20-minute concept call, you discover:
  • Which video style is best suited for your business needs
  • If you need IT support for your completed video -- if so, how extensive?
  • Music is crucial to the video experience, and we have a music director just waiting to match that perfect custom-made music piece to your video

It is such a pleasure to feature companies whose solid foundation is based in conscious business practices. I wholeheartedly support the vision of Digital Buddha Studios. Check them out for yourself and sign up for your 20-minute concept call TODAY to get the process started!

From the Editor's Desk
Charlon Bobo   Let's talk about the weather

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It seems everyone is talking about unusual weather patterns. I experienced it myself yesterday during a Summer Solstice celebration.

I was at a local beach and watched the most incredible dark, clouds form and swirl above. Then came the lightning and thunder. Wow, what a show! Whether or not this was at all linked to our ritual, I have no idea, but it was spectacular none-the-less.

It continued for another hour. I was in bliss as I watched lightning strike in a panoramic view over the ocean.

There's no doubt weather is changing worldwide. What does it mean? That's for each of us to decide for ourselves, but the term I've begun using is "paradigm shift."

Balance will be restored one way or another because that is the essence and nature of the universe. Given time, all elements of life return to their most balanced states. That includes us.

It's not always easy, but embracing change to restore us to balance is easier than resisting the process. Relax, breathe and move toward it. This is the most efficient and effective way through transition. I bless you on the journey.

In Sisterhood, Light & Love,




 

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