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31.August.2009
Volume 4,
Issue 17
ISSN 1942-0048 		A Weekly UNpublication
Opportunities, News, Resources & Insights
Colleague


Hello and Welcome to EditCopyProof's biweekly 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 The 'Conscious' Copywriter, Charlon Bobo   CharlonHeadShot2






Another inspired week is upon us. To empower you with direct resources to conscious business practices and inspirations, this week's features include:

  1. PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Action is the key
  2. MARKETING 101 - Have you checked the Blog lately?
  3. TECHNOLOGY TOOLS - Small businesses benefit from the same tools as the 'big guys'
  4. FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK - Nothing more than feelings


Charlon Bobo is the founder and team leader of EditCopyProof | Wordsmithing Solutions for Conscious Entrepreneurs. 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.

Personal Empowerment
Charlon Bobo   Take Action

 Actions
One of my personal success secrets is an action-item that so simple, it's one of my core, go-to life tools.

When you feel anything that simply 'doesn't feel good' do two things IMMEDIATELY:

  1. Find a way to feel better in this moment

    Using a scale of 1-10 assess your current level of feeling, by assigning a specific number between 1 and 10:

    • 1 = no discomfort aka feeling good
    • 5 = mild/moderate discomfort aka feeling uncomfortable, but nothing extreme
    • 10 = extreme discomfort aka feeling severely distraught, nervous, overwhelmed, confused, etc.

    Find ANY way to feel even a little bit better and the resulting empowerment will propel you instead of keeping you constrained or defined by any limitations of the current moment.

    There are many ways to feel better:
    • Mentally reframe the situation
    • Consciously rechoose your perspective
    • Focus on gratitude

    I have every confidence that you'll find the ways that work best for you.

    After you have made an effort to feel better in this moment, reassess your current level of feeling by assigning a number 1-10. The goal is to decrease the number as much as possible, but by at least one number. Repeat as necessary.

  2. Take some action, any action

    Based on personal experience, taking ANY positive action brings clarity and a fresh perspective.

    It's not always easy because when we feel less than our best, the natural tendency is to retreat. Going against that impulse is what leads to empowerment.

    So, return a telephone call or email, make an inquiry, do some reading or research... literally anything that can move you into a different mindspace. Action opens possibilities and you feel better quickly.

    3. "It is easy to sit up and take notice. What is difficult is getting up and taking action." Al Batt

Marketing 101
Charlon Bobo   Blog on!

 Blog
If you haven't seen the EditCopyProof Blog lately, take a look. I added a ton of content on a variety of subjects, both personal and professional. And fresh content is added on a regular basis, so check back often.



Amy W. from California said:
"Thank you so much for posting [the link to] Charlon's blog. It is one of the most inspiring treasure troves of heart-wisdom I've come across! I've bookmarked it so I can keep going back for more! :)"
Technology Tools
Springwise.com   Automated telephone systems for small businesses

 Springwise
Automated phone systems tend to be found primarily in large businesses, owing largely to their expense and the technology that must be installed. FonGenie, on the other hand, targets retail and small businesses with a web-based system that not only handles routine calls but offers sales help and analytics as well. See full article.
From the Editor's Desk
Charlon Bobo   4Q2009

 September2009
It's hard to believe, but the last quarter of 2009 begins tomorrow.

It's a reminder to me to continually align myself with the people, projects and purposes that are perfect for me. Anything else expends my time and energy in directions that don't serve my highest interest.

Although it not always easy, it is my intent to monitor how I feel every moment to move closer to those things that feel good and farther away from those that don't. It's a simple meter, but it works quite effectively.

On life's path of continual discovery and enjoying the journey with you!

In Sisterhood, Light & Love,
 

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