This is post number 2 in a series that I’m calling Who do you need to hire? If you missed my first post, start here. This post is all about whether a Project Manager would be the right hire for your online business. Let’s jump right in. When do you hire a Project Manager? The best time to hire a project manager is BEFORE you run into too many team… Read More »Who do you need to hire? Project Manager? [Part 2]
Let’s get unconfused about all the different types of online support that is available to online business owners and entrepreneurs. There are so many different terms being used, it’s hard to know which one is right for your business. Plus, it doesn’t help that some entrepreneurs are adding their own twists to these common terms, making the pool of options even larger and more confusing. Digital Business Manager, Online Business… Read More »Who do you need to hire? Virtual Assistant? [Part 1]
Every entrepreneur should have an onboarding process. When new clients or even employees join your business there should be a formal process that introduces them to your services and helps them get up to speed faster on what’s next. If you don’t have an onboarding process or need to improve yours, you’re in luck, as here is what I’ve determined are the must haves in a client onboarding process. Auditory… Read More »The 3 C’s of the Client Onboarding Process
I’ve attended many summits, but this is the first where I’ve been a featured speaker. 🎉🎉 I chose for my topic how to manage your business systems (and lupus) better with flow, integration, and automation. I coined the process FIA and I’m sharing the video with you so that you too can learn how to be a business owner on F.I.A!! So, which part of FIA are you ready to… Read More »How to Manage Systems Better with F.I.A. – Flow, Integration, Automation
Let me be the first to tell you that your onboarding process sucks. Most clients won’t tell you this. Instead, they’ll just leave or not refer your service to anyone or ask for a refund. And why not? If a service-based business has not put much thought into the client experience after money or credit cards have changed hands, what makes you think they’ll stick around? Here are just some… Read More »Your client onboarding process sucks – here’s why AND how to fix it
Are you using LinkedIn to grow your network or your business? Do you ‘look’ like someone that’s an expert? Are you acting like someone that’s an expert? Here are some simple, easy steps to not only act like an expert, but also look like an expert on LinkedIn. Add a Profile Picture I don’t know about you, but if someone is telling me that they’re an expert, I want to… Read More »4 Easy Steps to Show Up As An Authority on LinkedIn
If I didn’t scare you away from starting a podcast with the first post, good deal. Now, let’s talk about how to grow your podcast audience. Because you want your podcast to reach others outside of your bedroom closet, right? A podcast with a listener of one is no good. After you’ve decided on your podcast host, think about how your audience is going to actually find your content. They’re… Read More »Ready to Grow Your Podcast Audience? Here’s how…
Long gone are the days when Microsoft Project is the only tool available to Project Managers. There are several tools on the market now that are available online and offer free and affordable options for service-based businesses. I’ve even heard of a few people who use it for managing their personal lives as well. Hey, if it works, it works. Here are my top picks of online project management tools.… Read More »Online Project Management Tools for the Busy Business Owner
You’ve hired a Virtual Assistant, now what? Here are some tips to help you to make this business arrangement beneficial to both you and your new Virtual Assistant. Let’s make it work, so you can continue to build your business and brand. Onboarding If you don’t have an onboarding process for your Virtual Assistant, that needs to be one of the first tasks that you have them assist you with.… Read More »Just hired a VA? Here’s how to make it work.
Wondering which podcast host to choose? There are many options out there. Some have been around since the beginning of podcasting, while others are just getting into the game. So which one do you go with? Let’s get into it. Here is the one that I chose and the others that I considered for my podcast home. Anchor (now Spotify for Podcasters) My podcast, Drop the Aspiring Act, resides on… Read More »Podcast Host – How to Choose Yours