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What It Takes to Be Successful in Business |
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According to a recent blog at FastCompany , three skills are critical for business success. These include (along with a definition from dictionary.com):
- Hope - the feeling that what is wanted can be had or that events will turn out for the best
- Vision -the act or power of anticipating that which will or may come to be
- Action - an act that one consciously wills and that may be characterized by physical or mental activity
These words of wisdom come from Frank O'Dea who has successfully started two business industries.
I've met many people who have hopes of starting their own business...but always say they don't have time to do the work it takes. Others go through the motions, but because they don't really believe that companies or individuals can afford their fees, end up putting themselves out of business.
I believe that in order to have hope, you must be optimistic and surround yourself with people who believe in you (friends, coaches, colleagues).
The business plan comes from your vision. It helps you to plan your business, differentiate yourself from your competitors, and set a path to help your financially succeed.
But, the business will only be successful if you act on your plans. If you are having difficulty with hope, vision, or action, please join me in my next "Build Your Business" telecoaching series. I can help.
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Greetings! ,
April is such a beautiful month - the warmth of the sun, green
leaves sprouting, baby chicks hatching. Just last week, here in Orlando, we saw our tenant alligator (after a four month hibernation) and our very first lizard of the season.
Spring is a good time to think about a rebirth of your career or business. Are you satisfied with what you're doing? Do you wake up excited to start the day? Are you making enough "dough" to meet your goals?
In just 13 days, I'll begin another six-week telecoaching series, "Build Your Business & Make More Dough." Here's what some past participants said about the program:
"Without Dr. Jo, I would still be in the planning stages."
"Thanks for lighting a scorching fire under my butt. I couldn't have done this without you!"
"Your telecoaching was totally worth my time and money. I feel confident that I have all the tools I need to get started now."
"Dr Jo was an incredible resource and so open and giving of information to help fellow professionals excel in their careers. I was so impressed with her enthusiasm and support for other RD's wanting to develop private business. Thank you Dr Jo!"
"This class was helpful in moving me along in my thoughts about my self-worth as a RD and also to create a better work situation for myself."
Read more about the upcoming telecoaching series below. It's already pre-approved for 6 CEUS.
If you enjoy this enewsletter, would you please forward it to your colleagues? 
Dr. Jo
407-852-9171
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Build Your Business Telecoaching - 6CPEUs |
Would you like to start up a new business? Or maybe you already have a business, but you feel like you're spinning your wheels and not making enough money...sign up for my upcoming Build Your Business Telecoaching.
By reading the ebook, completing the assignments, and participating the sessions and individual coaching, you'll walk away with a ready-to-go marketing plan for your business. Each session offers valuable information...plus discussion time to have all your questions answered - and offer specific feedback on your assignments.
Wednesday, April 21st, 8-9:30 pm EST
- what it takes to run a successful business...options for the entrepreneurial dietitian
- going from fuzzy to focused...how to decide what your business will look like
- identifying your uniqueness so you stand out from the crowd...and can charge more for what you do
Wednesday, April 28th, 8-9:30 pm EST
- starting your business plan so you have a step-by-step action plan to follow every day
- how to set up your business including time considerations, organization issues, legal and tax requirements
- developing a logo, tag line, and marketing sound bytes that display your uniqueness
Wednesday, May 5th, 8-9:30 pm EST
- what to charge...a frank discussion of typical fee ranges
- communicating your business to others - because it's not what you know, but how you communicate what you know
- how to get published, get speaking engagements, media exposure...or whatever else your business plan needs
Wednesday, May 12th, 8-8:30 pm EST
- refining your business plan so you know what you need to do every day
- setting up your mastermind group for continued success after this program
- how to effectively use your mastermind group for feedback and referrals
PLUS, you'll also get:
- An 80 page (single spaced) eBook
- 60 minutes of one-on-one coaching time with Dr. Jo!
- 6 CPEUs pre-approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Cost of the 4-session, 5-hour telecoaching/mastermind program, plus ebook and 60 minutes of coaching time with Dr. Jo, is just $275 .
Money-back guarantee. If, after attending your first session, you don't feel like you got your full monies worth...I'll be happy to refund the full fee. Sign up now...space is limited to 8.
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Quote of the Week
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"Great, creative inspiration feels so good. But translating that into a good businessdecision -- well, it'll probably take longer than your inspiration did."
-Jen Bilik, founder of Knock Knock, as quoted by The New York Times |
Any questions? Please send them my way and I'll try to answer them in a future newsletter! Dr Jo
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