by Elaine | Blog, Rethinking Your Business, Starting Your Business
When I worked in a big company, I never had much trouble feeling motivated to do my job. There was energy and activity all around me. There was always a deadline to meet. Everyone was busy doing something interesting, and the truth is, so was I. I really liked my...
by Elaine | Blog, Rethinking Your Business, Starting Your Business
In Washington DC this week (May 20-26, 2012), The Small Business Administration is holding a National Small Business Week Conference. If you’re unable to attend in person, you can still benefit by watching the sessions streaming live via webcast. “Even if...
by Elaine | Blog, Rethinking Your Business
Eventbrite I first became aware of this service when I was invited to a networking event via Eventbrite. Registering and paying was so easy, and when I got to the event they had a name tag waiting for me! I’m glad to share this with you if you don’t already know about...
by Elaine | Blog, Rethinking Your Business
If you’re like many business owners I know, you know a ton of stuff about the field you’re in. You’re a hard worker. You have tried a number of things to manage your time, space and information, but systems and processes just don’t stick. Why...
by Elaine | Blog, Rethinking Your Business
Reward yourself Rewards are not only motivating; they’re a way to pat yourself on the back for your accomplishments since there’s no boss around to do it for you. Dangle a carrot Some tasks are just tough to get through. Instead of trying to avoid them or letting them...
by Elaine | Blog, Rethinking Your Business
First, surround yourself with positive energy… Create a supporting environment Create an environment that’s motivating. For example, listen to music that energizes you. Make your office inviting so that you’ll want to be there and will feel good about working....
