Time and time again I hear from people who feel they are over-delivering and under paid. When they look at their numbers at the end of the month they are not seeing the money they wish they had for the work they were doing. I understand that feeling. For many years, I undercharged for services and before that I negotiated contracts for myself. I sucked at it. And I didn't have anyone to guide … [Read more...] about Stop fearing what will happen if you raise your prices!
What to do when clients want you to work weekends and evenings
If you’re a mompreneur or a parent who runs their own service-based business, it can be tough to set boundaries with clients. I have clients who ask me what to do when they are asked to work weekends and evenings – a commitment that can be very tough as a work-at-home parent. There are a few key things you can do when your clients ask you to work weekends and evenings when that is not what you … [Read more...] about What to do when clients want you to work weekends and evenings
The Power of Intention
A couple of months ago I picked up a DVD set of Oprah Winfrey’s old TV talk show. One of the episodes featured an interview with Gary Zukav, author of The Seat of the Soul. Throughout the interview, they discussed the book and Oprah admitted the book contained practical advice that she was able to apply to her career, particularly the "principle of intention." In brief, the “principle of … [Read more...] about The Power of Intention
Bought a Business Planner but Never Follow Through?
A business planner is typically a physical book where business owners create intentions. It helps in the creation of a plan for your business set out in days, weeks and months. It helps you get organized and helps you take action. Many business owners, including myself, invest in business planners with the intent of filling them out, but some business owners never actually fill them out. Have you … [Read more...] about Bought a Business Planner but Never Follow Through?
Breaking through mindset blocks
I recently joined Business Coach and Owner of Little Lotus Yoga, Amanda DeGrace on Facebook Live to discuss breaking through mindset blocks. I shared how I look deep into the mindsets of female entrepreneurs and business owners to help them break through any beliefs that may be holding them back. This interview has to be one of my favourites so far, and the funny part is that I actually thought … [Read more...] about Breaking through mindset blocks
Entrepreneurs: Do you ignore the red flags?
Do you ignore the red flags that tell you a client may be awful or that a project is not right for you and take on that client or project anyway? A lot of time entrepreneurs take on work even though there are clear signs that it is not going to work well. They do so because of fear – fear they will not make enough money or that they will not find any more work. This plays into a scarcity … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurs: Do you ignore the red flags?