Why do entrepreneurs struggle getting clients? Simple. They aren’t marketing their business in an effective way.

What’s missing from most business owner’s marketing? An effective strategy that works around their business model. Don’t have a business model? Uh- oh. More about that later.

Meanwhile, I’m sharing a 7 Step Foundation of Success. Pay particular attention to # 7, and if you could use help in that area, be sure to tune into my complimentary teleclass on Wed July 21st.

Register now for complimentary teleclass.

7 FOUNDATIONAL STEPS TO SUCCESS:
Vision: You must have a clearly defined business model as a foundation for a marketing strategy. Without a defined model of your products, services, and how they channel into one another, you won’t be able to step back and create an effective marketing plan.
Message: Being able to define and articulate the value of your business, its personality, your brand promise, benefits and outcomes is essential to being able to effectively utilize the various marketing avenues.
Strategy:  Defining your target customers, where you find them, what problems they have that they will pay you to solve, and what’s the best avenue to find them are a few of the areas that go into strategy development.
Consistent Action: People will buy from you if they know about you and you’re offering a clear solution to their problem. Consistency in a marketing plan communicates to your prospects on a regulate basis about your services and promotes you as the problem solver. 
System: Implementing systems for your marketing plan is easy once you know the options, resources and tricks to making your plan easy and organized. 
Relationships:   You need a team that consists of sales people (past clients singing your praises) strategic partners (others willing to promote your business) and resources that get you over the hurdles of  tech and admin challenges. Creating a dream team is well worth the effort that goes into it.
Mindset: The biggest hurdle my clients have is thinking like a successful entrepreneur. It takes a certain mindset to put yourself out there on a consistent basis. Believing in your own value and worth is the key to your success.
For help in any one of these areas, please feel free to contact me.
To your success,
Jane Morrison
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Jane Morrison is known as the Smart Savvy Success Coach for Women Entrepreneurs.
 
She s the Founder of “Wise Women Marketing Systems,"  step by step programs that teach how to make better use of your time using proven branding and marketing strategies, and how to break through mental barriers that hold you back from getting the success you deserve.
Through her private mentoring and coaching, products and speaking engagements, Jane teaches clients how to be a dream big and follow their hearts using strong business foundations.
Jane is the Author of “Discover your Next Steps”, a guide to teaching people in transition how to find their passion, purpose and power.

Learn more and sign up for your free success toolkit at http://www.janemorrison.com

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Get Over Feeling Scattered

by Jane on June 29, 2010

Oh it’s been one of those days…

I notice my wedding ring is not on my hand – oh that’s right – I took it off to put on lotion, and now where did it go????

Halfway thought he day I think “Did I take my morning supplements?”  Gosh, why can’t I remember? Oh well, a double dose of fish oil will do me good.

I make notes from a client conversation, now where did that piece of paper go?  Did it create legs or are there really gremlins?

Gee, it’s awfully quiet around here, Tucker must be sleeping. Hmmm, where is he? Oh yeah, I put him out on his lead to sit in the sun and chew on his favorite bone.

Do you ever feel scattered and unfocused?  Do you spend more time chasing after and finding things than being productive?

I have those days once in a while, but to be honest, I have very low tolerance for them. I find that kind of lack of focus totally distracting and unacceptable for myself. Even though I know I’ll have my moments, , I’ve disciplined myself to pay attention. I hate the feeling of being scattered.
 
Try these tips:

  1. Focus on the moment. If you’re worrying about what comes next, or thinking about the past, you’re bound to forget what you’ve done and have to retrace your steps. You waste time and the mental energy is a drain.
  2. Do things consciously. Have an awareness of your surroundings, sensations and thoughts, and do things intentional. Pay attention. (Especially while driving!)
  3. Enjoy being in the moment. Be thankful for the healthy skin you’ve got when you put on lotion, bless the client you just made notes on, kiss and hug your dog when you put him out, thanking him for their loyal companionship even though you’re too busy to give them all the attention they crave.  Slow down to enjoy each moment.
  4. Put things away and in their place.  This makes a huge difference for me. If I put my ring in that little dish, it’s always there for me. Habits are good to have. 

We are all rushing too much and taking on too much. If we run around scattered and unfocused, we don’t get anywhere. Slow down, breathe, be intentional, and stop losing your car keys….they are right where you left them.

p.s. Share with me what kind of strategies help you be more organized?
 

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A Summer of Focus!

June 21, 2010

When I think about summer, I think about how much I love spending time in my garden, taking road trips on the motorcycle and my husband Joe,  or spending time with my friends and family.  I’ve also learned to think of summer as the perfect time to . . . .focus!  Not what you were [...]

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What’s Special about You? Claim it!

June 15, 2010

I know many seasoned women business owners.  And even with our experience, there  seems to be a  common trait that gets in our own way. We worry about what other people think of us. We want to be accepted.  Instead of daring to be different, many women are being conventional and doing things the safe [...]

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The Good Word Is No!

June 10, 2010

The new “good”  word =  NO. 
Because women tend to be helping and nurturing creatures, we often find it hard to say no.  We often end up wanting to help everyone, while sacrificing our own needs.  When this happens consistently, we find ourselves overwhelmed, crabby, short tempered, or exhausted.  Learning to prioritize what’s important, combined [...]

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A powerful thought for a way of life

June 2, 2010

The past few weeks we’ve had the pleasure of my 92 year old father-in-law staying with us. He wanted to be here for his son’s B-day, (my husband) which was yesterday. We surprised my husband Joe with a skydiving experience- yikes!
Having a guest for 2 weeks straight, especially an elderly one,  is not something we [...]

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Is Self Employment for You? Take This Simple Test to Find Out

April 20, 2010

I’m working with a group of small business owners and new entrepreneurs going into business for themselves.  As they develop their business plan with me, I can sense their excitement as well as fear.
Because I have years of experience, I am able to quickly pinpoint what their strengths are.  I can also spot areas [...]

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Do you have trouble being real?

April 13, 2010

No matter what you are trying to accomplish, such as getting a job promotion, selling a product, convincing your mate to see your side, being “real” will more likely help you get the job done better.
Being “real” means a few different things.
1)    It means being honest and open with your emotions and communication. [...]

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