Episode 25: Exploding Into Action With Michelle Of Bombchelle

In this interview I had the pleasure of speaking to Michelle of Bombchelle where she helps creatives explode into action. She shared how she got started with her business and what made her take a creative approach to systems and productivity and how to use a CRM (customer relationship management) for your business.

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 Key Takeaways:

  • Using the right tools will help you manage your customer relationships
  • Systems help you focus on the right things to get done
  • Productivity + Systems = More Joy and Less Frustration! click to tweet

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About Michelle

Michelle - Founder of Bombchelle

Founder of Bombchelle, Michelle makes systems/productivity/organization/all that incredibly boring sounding stuff incredibly NOT boring so that you + your biz can reap the rewards. Connect with her online @_chelleschock and get her weekly Systems 101 on the Dispatch over at www.bombchelle.com.

 

Episode 24: Purpose of Creating Powerful Systems in your Business

In this interview I had the pleasure of speaking to Natasha Vorompiova of Systems Rock. She shared how she got started with her business and how she realized the importance of creating systems in her business similar to how she worked in the  corporate world. Natasha shares really great tips on how to easily get started.

 

Key Takeaways:

  • A system doesn’t haven to be complicated but rather a repeatable process of how you do things and produces the same results
  • Consistency of doing 3 things every day pays off really well
  • Everything that happens regularly can be turned into a process documenting as you go easier than on the spot

 

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Your turn:

What’s one system you plan on implementing in your business?

Consistent action + business systems = success http://bit.ly/130ZTnB ~ @systemsthatrock via @SandySidhu  Click to Tweet

 

About Natasha aka SystemsChick

Natasha Vorompiova, founder of Systems Rock.Natasha Vorompiova is the founder of Systems Rock where she breaks the stereotype that systems are just for big enterprises and put damaging constraints on creative spirits. Her unique approach nourishes the creativity of entrepreneurs while helping them establish the essential foundational systems that will enable their businesses to truly flourish. Grab your FREE copy of ‘Systems Chick’s Guide to Transforming Busyness Into Business’ at SystemsRock.

 

Episode 23: The Importance Of Leading By Example With Carissa Dunphy Of Small Businesses Do It Better

An important part of being an entrepreneur is learning from your peers. “Unstoppable Entrepreneur” profiles entrepreneurs who have taken the leap to follow their passion and create their own work & lifestyle. They share their expertise: tips for success, tools they use and valuable insights they have learned along the way.

This week I had the pleasure of speaking to entrepreneur Carissa Dunphy of Small Businesses Do It Better. She shared how she got started with her show, the importance of building credibility and leading by example for your customers.

Watch/Listen to the video below and share your feedback in the comments!

Key Takeaways:

  • No matter what type of service or product you are offering, it is important to show results that you have achieved and lead by example. Whether that is incorporating a video marketing strategy or social media strategy- you will get buy-in when you show how you achieved positive results.
  • Video lets you build a relationship with your potential customers when they visit your site
  • When you reach out to big names to feature on your blog or show make sure to master your craft, feel comfortable and confident

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About Carissa Dunphy:

Carissa Dunphy, host of the weekly show Small Businesses Do It Better, where she interviews small business owners, entrepreneurs and industry experts. She is often coined as a geek, and doesn’t mind one bit. Carissa is very passionate about supporting small businesses,  providing valuable resources and sharing her knowledge about entrepreneurship. Connect with Carissa at Small Businesses Do It Better.

 

 

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Episode 22: Beta Testing, Launching & Learning With Nicole Longstreath of The Wardrobe Code

An important part of being an entrepreneur is learning from your peers. “Unstoppable Entrepreneur” profiles entrepreneurs who have taken the leap to follow their passion and create their own work & lifestyle. They share their expertise: tips for success, tools they use and valuable insights they have learned along the way.

This week I had the pleasure of speaking to entrepreneur Nicole Longstreath, a Wardrobe Strategist and founder of The Wardrobe Code. She shared how she got started as a wardrobe strategist, found her business sweet-spot and took her business global.

Watch/Listen to the video below and share your feedback in the comments!

Key Takeaways:

  • Really get clear on your service offerings and what makes you different
  • Get clear on who your potential customer is- what keeps them up at night?
  • Beta-testing your product is critical especially if you are creating something unique
  • Listen to your customers- they will help guide your product creation process and provide insights for new products
Enter the draw!
Nicole is giving away 3 spots in her ‘Closet Social Club’. Enter here.

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About Nicole Longstreath:

 

As a wardrobe strategist, Nicole helps her clients uncover their unique style and build wardrobes they love at a sensible cost. She believes that having a strong personal brand is within reach for anyone who wants it. It doesn’t require starting over or spending a fortune – just a commitment to yourself. Find her online at The Wardrobe Code, on Twitter and Facebook.

 

 

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Episode 21: How To Take Your Business Global With Katya Barry

An important part of being an entrepreneur is learning from your peers. “Unstoppable Entrepreneur” profiles entrepreneurs who have taken the leap to follow their passion and create their own work & lifestyle. They share their expertise: tips for success, tools they use and valuable insights they have learned along the way.

This week I had the pleasure of speaking to entrepreneur Katya Barry, an International Business Consultant and Global Attitude Architect. We talked about how her life as an expat, how she got started with her business and tips for taking your business to foreign countries.

Watch/Listen to the video below and share your feedback in the comments!

Key Takeaways:

  • When taking your business abroad you need to consider communication style, cultural sensitivities & language barriers
  • If you are trying to attract a global audience consider timezones and think ahead when planning webinars, Twitter chats and live trainings
  • Understand your market and how to communicate your message to them so it resonates
The Foreignator Summit runs from March 4-8th and features guests such as Farnoosh Brock, Jules Taggart & Krystina Feucht, Natalie Sisson, Ameena Falchetto and more!

 About Katya Barry:

global entrepreneurship

As a Global Attitude Architect, Katya helps your break through personal and professional barriers and design the life of your dreams. You can find her online at www.katyabarry.com. The Foreignator Summit runs from March 4-8th, 2013, sign up here. 

 

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