Vickie Champion

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Archives for August 2009

The Many Advantages of Being an Entrepreneur

I just heard recently that the Arizona Small Business Association (located in Phoenix and Tucson) added 700 members in a little over six months. Wow!  Either ASBA has a really effective marketing plan, or there are lots of people sick of job insecurity. Maybe people are lost and just don’t know what else to do but start their own business. Or what I like to believe, lots of people are finally going for their dream jobs.

Here are Some of the Many Advantages of Being an Entrepreneur:

  • No one can fire or lay you off.
  • There is a variety in your daily work tasks.
  • You can work flexible hours, taking time off to be with your kids, go to the doctor or take a Yoga class.
  • Running your own business gives you the final say in every decision to be made.
  • You are in charge of setting your own deadlines. And enforcing them.
  • Being an entrepreneur gives you the power to give yourself raises as often as you want for no reason.
  • You can easily take advantage of going with your intuition or gut instincts.
  • You hardly ever get bored, because there is little or no time to sit back and take it easy.
  • You can get over your fears quickly by facing them head on.
  • You don’t have to loose sleep over an upcoming performance review.
  • Being a business owner forces you to finally learn how to make and follow a budget.
  • And the best advantage of all, no one tells you what to do.

Do you know of other advantages of being an entrepreneur?

If you are a small business owner or have a home based business and need help, contact Vickie Champion for a complimentary coaching and consulting session.

12 Signs That You Are Great at Networking Events

Every once in a while I come across someone who I would say is outstanding at networking events. You know, the person who brings the room to life and makes everyone feel good.

Here’s 12 Signs You Are Great at Networking Events-

When you…

  • Look forward to them, especially those that don’t have speakers.
  • Are the first to say hello.
  • Go out of your way to meet new people.
  • Often smile and look others in the eye.
  • Take time to make genuine compliments.
  • Follow-up the next day with new acquaintances.
  • Make an effort to include the person standing all alone.
  • Feel networking events are a good use of time and worth the money.
  • Look forward to meeting competitors.
  • Don’t judge yourself or others.
  • Wouldn’t want to be doing anything else.
  • Are the first to come and the last to leave.

Do you know of other things that make someone a GREAT networker?

If you want to improve your networking skills and speaking to strangers, contact Vickie Champion for a FREE coaching session.

16 Signs That You Fear Networking Events

Maybe you steer clear of networking events because they scare you to death. Or maybe you’re the type who attends a networking occasion believing you’re managing your fear just fine. But time after time you come away with little or no sales. Do one of these profiles fit you?

16 Signs That You Fear Networking Events…

When you…

  • DREAD networking events, especially those that don’t have speakers.
  • Are reluctant to INITIATE a conversation.
  • Almost insist on BRINGING SOMEONE with you to the networking event.
  • Mostly hang around people you KNOW.
  • Find yourself standing ALL ALONE, either staring at the floor, wall or your drink.
  • Make up EXCUSES not to go to the networking event, like it’s a waste of time, you’re not a self-promoter or it’s too much money.
  • Fear that you’ll SAY something stupid, talk too much or will be unable to think of anything to say.
  • Often find yourself COMPLAINING about the networking event, others or your behaviors.
  • Are ENVIOUS of outgoing people.
  • Would rather be doing ANYTHING ELSE.
  • Let yourself feel INTIMIDATED.
  • Think how you look, say or do makes a big difference in the OUTCOME.
  • Seldom SMILE.
  • Are afraid of bumping into COMPETITORS at the networking event.
  • Are TENSE and your stomach is in knots.
  • Can’t WAIT to leave.

Fear not only makes the event painful, but also repels job opportunities, sales and good connections.

If you have some of these signs and want to do something about getting rid of the fear so you can get better results speaking to strangers, contact Vickie Champion for a FREE coaching session.

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Vickie Champion

Twin Flame Coach & Life Coach
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My consistent approach is listening to my intuition, inner guide, or gut feelings to guide me toward helping my clients where they need it the most. Results can be quick and often surprise my clients. My coaching is about achieving results and breaking old patterns. Contact me today to get started:
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