A couple of days ago I recalled a meeting I had with a financial planner client of mine. Of course, we talked quite a bit about money. But then he got a little more personal. … Read the rest…
Ronda
After 14 years in a management position for a large corporation in the same industry, Ronda decided to make a change. She wanted to explore something besides what her insurance background offered. The benefits of self-employment certainly interested her... * More time with her family, * Doing what she loved, and * Making more money Ronda looked for opportunity, and became a partner in a small business in early 2000. She observed how unpredictable their lead generation and profits were and decided to make an intense study of the industry. Before long, she mastered all the technical details of the business. Once immersed in formal training, coaching, and implementation...she discovered how to build a better business. She developed and integrated a new business model with an emphasis on referrals. Over time, Ronda's consistent, reliable, and predictable marketing strategies created clearly defined roles for all operational components of the company. And that lead to an increased overall production of 82% over the next 6 years. Gross annual profits increased from $310,000 to $1.7M in 4 years. The business opened second and third divisions. In 3 years those divisions earned over $4M. News of those successes got around. And Ronda was approached by several small business owners and entrepreneurs. They wanted to know her "business secrets". She started taking on clients who were willing to do what it takes to be true business owners and create business profits. Since then, Ronda has helped scores of clients convert their business owner dreams into reality.
An untrained, big dog on a leash is no fun. Because the constant tension on the leash can tire your arms out faster than you can say “roll over.” I know from experience. But compare … Read the rest…
Wanna cuddle up and watch a good video? Well, have you ever heard of, or watched a video about, the cuttlefish? They’re also called the “chameleon of the sea.” Because they can change their color … Read the rest…
By now you’ve heard the “Twelve Days of Christmas” song at least once when you’ve gone just about anywhere. Of course. Because it’s on the radio, in the stores, and even playing on the streets. … Read the rest…
If you’ve followed my blog or emails for any length of time, you know I’m all about organization and planning. But even I don’t start working on a Christmas plan months in advance. That certainly … Read the rest…
Maybe you’re not familiar with the Bee Gees, a music trio from Australia. If not, you probably don’t know about their younger brother, Andy Gibb. But he had a hit, back in 1978, called “Shadow … Read the rest…
Before I say anything else, let me make this clear. I don’t think college is for everybody. AND I don’t think it’s for nobody. Because college can help you shape your future (and it’s required) … Read the rest…
A friend of mine told me about one of his home improvements, a cabinet project. And the story reminded me of what a lot of people call a “vision board.” So I’ll share the story … Read the rest…
I hope December will finish out your year in a big, successful way. I know everything’s real hustle-bustle at this time of year. And I know it be tough to do all you gotta do … Read the rest…
Simple stuff works. It just does. Strike a match. Fire. Click a button. TV or radio comes on. Twist a key. Car starts. But when you think about what it took to make a match … Read the rest…