It occurred to me this morning how much fun I have when I work. I was thrilled and felt like I hit a major milestone. It then occurred to me what a process it’s been to get here. I’ve been building TekMiss for over 3 years. When
Read more →Why are you in business? To make money? Perhaps. If you’re an entrepreneur, solo-preneur or small business owner, my bet is your number one goal isn’t money, it’s happiness. hap·pi·ness: good fortune; pleasure; contentment; joy If money was all we entrepreneurs wanted, we’d work for someone else. We’d rely on a steady
Read more →The following is a blog post by Seth Godin (from his blog). Seth is considered by some as “America’s Greatest Marketer.” His insights are used by everyone from entrepreneurs to Fortune 100 companies. He’s written at least 13 best selling books on marketing and has given us
Read more →I used to say this saying to myself in 5th grade when I was watching the rain outside the giant window beside my desk. It’s one of the few memories I have of using “affirmations” when I was young. I remember that the rain was dark and
Read more →Have you planted your seeds and now you’re waiting? I have. I planted peas, beets, lettuce and spinach last weekend. I’ve also launched my new website and branding initiative. I’m just like EVERYONE else. I want it to blossom and be ready to harvest now! Both the
Read more →Whew! I’ve been working on my own website for the last month almost full time! I understand completely why the cobbler has no shoes. My eyes are bugging out and all I can think is “Purposeful Online Marketing… Purposeful Online Marketing… Purposeful Online Marketing…..” Better stop for
Read more →Authenticity+ Discernment + Fun = Social Media Success Authenticity: Be real. Be who you are in all of your communications. Don’t make up stuff about yourself, your past successes, how much money you will make and how much money your readers will make if they buy your
Read more →“Stay the Course.” Sounds sort of bossy doesn’t it? If I have to tell myself to “stay the course”, then something is going on that is getting me OFF the course! February is winding down and some of the goals I had intended to be complete by
Read more →So, which is it going to be? or I have no patience for people complaining about their job any longer. Unless it’s a family member of course. If you have to complain (and it’s a valid step in
Read more →I learned the lesson of “Do what you love and the money will follow” in the early 90’s. I decided I wanted to work with computers, kids and art. I already knew how to use a Macintosh, I’ve always loved being with kids and art is in
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