Business Numerology? Melani Ward Says “Yes”


Melani Ward is a multi-talented woman who excels in a number of fields. She's a top copywriter for many big names in internet marketing, an avid outdoorswoman, a mom... AND a business numerologist. You can learn more about numerology from Melani's site, but first let me tell you how I came into getting a reading from her. At the end of this post is a video Melani made about my numbers so you can see her in action too. A few weeks ago Melani … [Read more...]

Pam Slim Book Interview- Escape from Cubicle Nation


Pamela Slim, creator of the blog Escape from Cubicle Nation and Patron Saint of Corporate Refugees, has released the book version of her guide to starting a business... and I got to interview her upon its release. Her book expertly weaves in the touchy personal questions most business books avoid, as well as the practical, pragmatic advice the "manifest your dream life" books have no idea how to address. With a foreward by Guy Kawasaki and … [Read more...]

Getting Along: When Conflicts Arise in Social Media


Click HERE to listen to the Podcast version This is a topic that has long been on my mind ever since I witnessed some ugly disagreements (quite public ugly disagreements) erupt on Twitter over the past months. Forget the election, I've seen people duke it out over silly things, I've seen good people get stalked and targeted with negativity, and I've seen opportunities for deeper understanding turn into lines in the sand. Sharlyn Lauby … [Read more...]

Innovation and The Bottom Line- Jan 21st Webinar


Free Innovation Webinar "Amazing Awaits" Wednesday January 21, 2009 Hosted by Nancy Marmolejo with special guest Innovation Expert, Julie Ann Turner I’m hosting this special Webinar to give you a chance to hear from a recognized innovation expert, a brilliant strategist, and a true creative force -Julie Ann Turner – Founder/CEO of CreatorsGuide.com, an award-winning trainer, consultant, author, community leader and social … [Read more...]

How Will YOU Stand Out in 2009?


As you plan how to market your business this year, take a moment to map out your vision. Balance the strategic and practical with the intuitive and creative and you'll find yourself one of those that people stop to notice. Here are some ways you can stand out, get noticed, and get more business this upcoming year: … [Read more...]

Why I Automate: Twitter Confession Part 2


In my last post, I discussed my opinion on automating parts of one's social networking. I see it as a supplement, not a replacement, for good old fashioned relationship building and communicating. I don't share automation tips with readers because I am fascinated with how RSS feeds operate, or any coding/technical/left brain reason. My reasons are pure and simple: time and plain old "work-life balance". Time for self, time for family, time … [Read more...]