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Your Online Business Success – Is It Time To Throw It All In?

February 17, 2012 By Lynn Brown 31 Comments

It feels like you’ve been pouring your sweat, blood, and tears into your online business – but you’ve yet to reap any major rewards. You can’t even count the number of days you’ve spent hunched over your computer, all in the hopes that you’ll see some kind of income trickle into your bank account. And don’t even get started on all the missed opportunities you had for spending quality time with your family members and friends.
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You might be wondering why I’m bringing up these depressing images. No, I’m not trying to drag you down. Instead, I’m trying to get you to examine a crucial part of the online marketing experience:
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Knowing whether you should keep going on, or when it’s time to throw in the towel.
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Hey, I’m not one for giving up. And I’m definitely not one for hiding the truth about online marketing. It’s hard. No, scratch that: it’s downright tough. There are dozens of obstacles you’ll encounter on your way to the top, and a majority of them will make you feel like it’s time for you to give up.
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But how can you recognize the difference between an off-day, and when you should give up on the online dream?
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Ideally, you wouldn’t ever give up on the online dream. So I want you to see if any of these things have happened to you recently:
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You’ve sunk in so much money in your online business that it’s actually affecting the way you and your family are living.
You’re actually getting sick due to the stress and anxiety that comes hand in hand with building an online business.
You’re feeling that your industry is filled with marketers who have better ideas, more creative selling techniques that you don’t feel you can overcome. (in that case, you’ll never make money in this industry).
You’re not prepared to put in the hard work and dedication for your online business.
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If you recognize yourself in any of these scenarios, it might be an indication to re-examine your business before actually thinking about throwing in the towel.
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BECAUSE if you feel confident in what you are building, you just might be having some ‘off’ days – it’s time to consider giving your business an extra boost.
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Get some guidance from a mentor who can show you how to do it differently. Whether that is with a coach, like myself, a business colleague, former teacher or other business professionals … make the decision to take action. Don’t drag it out any further, your chance for success will be much greater for it.
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Do you know someone that might be feeling overwhelmed in their business? Have you felt this way too? Share the different ways you keep pushing forward in your business to overcome the feeling of ‘throwing it all in’ …..
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Here’s to your positive purpose for Success!

Let’s discuss your business
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Filed Under: Internet Marketing Tagged With: business boost, business goals, giving up the dream, online business success, online marketing

I Am Getting Ready for 2012 New Year, How About You?

December 30, 2011 By Lynn Brown 22 Comments

Over the past few weeks, I was particularly drawn to those articles or posts regarding resolutions and goals for the coming New Year.
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The last week of the year for me has always been a time to rest, reflect and rejuvenate.
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It is also a time I start working on my ‘white board’! Yup, I still use a white board which was something I learned decades ago. If it isn’t my white board it is the little notebook I always carry with me. Why?
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You just never know when you are going to come up with ideas while driving or even brainstorming with fellow colleagues.
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So I wanted to know how others were preparing for the New Year. These are some of my favorite articles I came across that provides tons of ideas for setting goals, business planning and New Year resolutions ….. Hope you enjoy them as much as I did:

Marquita (Marty) Herald ~ Inspired Gift Giving

Marty discusses imagining your goals and how other ways can
help you reach those goals through visualization.

Visualization– Seeing Is Believing Not Necessarily Achieving

Bonnie Copeland ~ My Rivendell

Bonnie shares how we can take a different approach to seeing
our goals and accomplishments in a positive light.

A Different Kind of Reflection

Miss Riki

Riki shares how she focuses in and discusses her six step
process to reach your goals.

Goal Setting for the New Year

Roberta Budvietas ~ Get Out Of Stuck

Roberta will remind you not to dwell on the past, but to look forward to the future.
Choose control of choice is her motto.

3 Things to Prevent Getting Stuck with Newitis

Melanie Kissell ~ Solo Mompreneur

Melanie shares an article from her guest author; Chris Makell … and Chris shares simple
keys and strategies she designates as … Clarity – Action – Results

3 Simple Keys to a Strategic Plan That Rocks

What are your goals, plans or resolutions for the NewYear? Leave your comments and thoughts below…

Wishing you and your families a Healthy, Wealthy and Happy New Year!

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Filed Under: Online Basic Tips Tagged With: business goals, business success, Happy New Year, new year resolutions

Are You Working Hard but Not Achieving Success?

March 18, 2011 By Lynn Brown 22 Comments

When talking to people about starting an online business and marketing online there seems to be a common thread. Most have tremendous ideas, knowledge, skills, background and tons of enthusiasm. But then …. there also seems to be another common thread …..

Why are you working so hard and not seeing any success?

My theory and what I hear is that there is too much ‘it can’t be done’ or ‘it is impossible’ syndrome out there. Whether it is your family, friends, co-workers or even people you chat with on the internet, when you start letting others know your new career path, a huge wall is put up and it seems to slam you in the face.

Now I am not a physiologist, nor do I want to give you any medical advice!

My experience has been many years of ups and downs and turn arounds as an online business professional. But one thing is for sure, staying positive, true to yourself and tuning ‘nay sayers’ out is when things started to turn around.

So how can you overcome and tear down the walls?

Recognize and overcome sabotage – who or what ever is looming over you with thoughts of ’it can’t be done’ needs to be cleared from your mind and taken out of your day.
Gravitate towards other successful people – find groups, forums and others that have the same positive mindset as you do.
Find a mentor, coach or other positive role model – these types of people have the experience and knowledge to be your sounding board, cheerleader, advisor and a sincere supporter of you!
Practice staying positive everyday – find a motivational quote or saying to start your day and share that with others.
Never give up – most of all, tell yourself every day that whatever comes your way, you will meet it head on and never give up! Believe in yourself and the rest will follow.

I wonder how many of you whether you are an ‘up-and-coming marketer’ or an established online entrepreneur has had these thoughts or ‘walls’ get into your way?

How do you or how will you overcome them?

Filed Under: Online Basic Tips Tagged With: build confidence, business goals, entrepreneur, online marketing, positive mindset, start online small business, up-and-coming marketers

Successful People Will Set Goals and Make a Plan

March 8, 2011 By Lynn Brown 21 Comments

I know you have heard this over and over again. But it is true.

If you are really looking for success with an online business, you have to treat it ‘like a business’ – period!

Here are 3 tips to consider:

Get serious and start out the right way. Don’t rush into getting a website up or a twitter account, when you don’t even know those social tools would benefit you or your online business.
Setting up your goals and making a plan, bridges the gap between where you are now to where you want to be. This will provide for a stronger foundation and a successful, profitable business!
Your plan and goals are your ‘road map’ and meant to give you step by step on how you want to create your business. If you short cut yourself, then you could be in for frustration and disappointment. I see way too many up-and-coming internet marketers literally … come and go!

So get serious, sit down and write up a plan. It doesn’t have to be perfect because you will change your plan and goals from time to time as your business develops.

Wanting success doesn’t mean you will instantly get it. You’ve got to ask yourself, “What are you going to do to get the things you want?”

Best to you and your Online Business Success!

What ‘goals’ or ‘plans’ have you set up for your online business? Are you stuck? Or is your plan working for you?

Please share your comments, ideas and suggestions below….

Filed Under: Online Basic Tips Tagged With: business goals, business plan, entrepreneur, online business success, online success

5 Steps to Achieving Your Goals for Success the Right Way!

January 13, 2011 By Lynn Brown 2 Comments

Let’s be honest with each other, achieving success does not happen overnight. It also isn’t super easy as some internet guru’s want you to believe. You can achieve your goals for success quickly if you take the time and do a few things right.

I don’t want to burst any bubbles, but there are no ‘secrets’ or ‘tricks’ that magically turns you from novice to ultra mega guru entrepreneur in a week or whatever they promise! In fact, if you don’t have the desire, devotion or dedication for success, then you might want to reconsider making money online.

Consider the following 5 steps to take towards your goals for success:

Stop the Talking! – Yes, most people who ask me how they can achieve their goals to success, continually keep talking about all the things that they want to do, what they think they should do, and more of this and that. If you stop talking and start ‘doing’ it is the first step in achieving your goals.

Great ideas must be acted on! – Do you have a great idea, invention or product? Well, guess what, most people do! The problem is most people do not take action on their ideas. Great ideas come and go, you might be fearful that someone else has your idea or that your ideas won’t be interesting to others.

What you have to do is take action on your ideas! If you have too many ideas, then it is time to focus. Focus on one idea at a time. Ideas come and go, but those ideas that last are the ones you should be focusing on, spending energy and resources on it. Think of it this way, even if you had your entire life just on one idea, that idea is far valuable than fifty great ideas that you never focused or spent any time on. The bottom line is pick at least one idea, know what you want and then go for it!

Get off your butt! – It’s time to stop talking or thinking of more ideas, and get off your butt and do something towards your goals for success! Now I may not be the most talented person in the world and I know there are tons more successful people than me. But what makes people like me more successful than people who are more talented? People like me get up every morning and DO something with what we have. We make it happen and you can too!

Listen, I mean Really Listen – If you are ‘stuck in life’ or ‘stuck with your online business’ then it shouldn’t come as a surprise that really listening to what you need to learn is so important to achieve any goal in life. If you constantly think you know-it-all even if it isn’t in an egotistical way, you may be jumping to conclusion that you know something when really you don’t. Then you stop listening when you really need to learn the information and which then needs to be applied to your business.

Really start listening and getting the full picture, don’t be the person that thinks there is something missing and then complaining that is why you are not achieving your goals.

Getting focused! – You may think this is an obvious step, but would be surprised to know how many people fall short when focusing on their goals for achieving success. Focus on what you desire will bring you more than you will know. It may sound amazing but it is true. And if more people knew that this one important step will dramatically change their lives, then most would not find it so difficult in achieving their goals.

We all get pulled in so many directions in our lives, but make it a priority to stay focused on the idea or goal you want to achieve.

Start today to get a clear picture about what you want, follow these five steps and watch your dreams come true!

What other steps do you take towards your goals to achieve success? Please leave your comments below……

Filed Under: Internet Marketing, Online Basic Tips Tagged With: achieving goals, business goals, make money online, online business success, success

Your Online Business Success – Is It Time To Throw It All In?

You might be wondering why I’m bringing up these depressing images. No, I’m not trying to drag you down. Instead, I’m trying to get you to examine a crucial part of the online marketing experience:
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Knowing whether you should keep going on, or when it’s time to throw in the towel.
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But how can you recognize the difference between an off-day, and when you should give up on the online dream?
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Ideally, you wouldn’t ever give up on the online dream. So I want you to see if any of these things have happened to you recently:
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You’ve sunk in so much money in your online business that it’s actually affecting the way you and your family are living.

You’re actually getting sick due to the stress and anxiety that comes hand in hand with building an online business.

You’re feeling that your industry is filled with marketers who have better ideas, more creative selling techniques that you don’t feel you can overcome. (in that case, you’ll never make money in this industry).

You’re not prepared to put in the hard work and dedication for your online business.
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If you recognize yourself in any of these scenarios, it might be an indication to re-examine your business before actually thinking about throwing in the towel.
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Let’s discuss your business
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