Jewel Bouquets Karen Grisham knew that if she designed something pretty with sparkle and clipped it on to her bra or bikini top it would look amazing. A necklace… but not. Something brand new. Something NOT EVEN Cleopatra had ever worn. Karen’s mind swirled with ideas and excitement and the Decolletage Jewel Bouquet was born. While
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Archives for May 2015
A Plan for My Struggling Marriage (& The business AHA it created)
“Struggling marriage.” Wait — I think that’s redundant. =) Is it me, or do all marriages struggle? Many times I’ve told my kids that Chris and I argue because — you know — we’re TWO (very) different people and we’re COMMITTED to ONE marriage. Before anyone’s mind goes awry, my marriage is “good.” My Mister loves me, and I
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Tuesday Truth: It’s ALL Your Fault
You find “one” in every group of business owners: That miserable, unsuccessful business owner who has tried “everything” and “nothing works.” They know why “it” won’t work before “it” leaves your mouth. Few things irritate me more than this business owner. BUT, we’ve all been her (or him) a time or two haven’t
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#SNBM = Sunday Night Business Meeting, Mothers Day 2015
Having just returned from Warrior Moms weekend where 16 mothers of severely disabled children were able to rest, relax and rejuvenate, I sit at my computer humbled. Grateful. Blessed. My cup truly runneth over and life is good. Some of you guys ask questions about my schedule… how much flex do I allow? how regimented
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Sponsor Saturday: For the Practical Woman Who WOWS (like me!)
Pichi Pichi: Stylish Mobile Accessories Sometimes you get what you pay for. Other times, you spend $90 for a lifeproof case and HATE that sucker. THIS WAS ME… and so I was so glad to be approached by the owner of Pichi Pichi regarding Women Who WOW sponsorship… because I love my Pichi Pichi case.
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The Top 3 Most Costly Mistakes Made When Developing Referral Partners
It’s easy to see why business strategists like myself depend on AND encourage our clients to depend on referral partners. I can’t think of a much easier way to cultivate new clients and prospects than having another professional / trusted advisor sending them to your door. Imagine… A CPA sending business clients to an HR
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Tough Love Tuesday: This is Either Crazy or Stupid or both
Imagine this. There’s a farmer who is well liked, popular, jovial. He’s a personality, a walking billboard. His truck is (of course) a sexy John Deere green. He shakes hands at every chamber meeting, every board meeting, and makes his presence known about town. He owns more land than anyone in the county, and rents
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Sponsor Saturday: For the Woman in Women Who WOW
Konjac Face Sponge Sandra created the amazing Konjac face sponge — a Women Who WOW favorite — because during her pregnancy, her skin started to change due to her hormones. She was looking for something free of chemicals and odors. Her sister then introduced her to someone who produced high quality Konjac Sponges, which is a traditional
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The Great “I’m My Own Boss” Facade
The world of business is a world full of potential, profit and amazing,driven committed people. It’s also up to its eyeballs in facades, posturing, fake smiles and out-and-out lies. Here are a few that I find incredibly fascinating (and funny): The business coaches that attended an intensive event in California 6 years ago, and came home
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