by Simplicity Mastered | Oct 12, 2010 | Business strategies, Entrepreneurship
Last week, I started a four-part series of articles on “what happens when you take your own advice.” The same advice, techniques, tricks and tools I suggest to my clients, I used myself to open an art gallery in about 60 days. If you missed the first article,...
by Simplicity Mastered | Oct 12, 2010 | Business strategies, Entrepreneurship
Sometimes we talk the talk, but aren’t necessarily walking the walk. I wanted to share with you what happened when I applied the same advice I’ve been giving my clients for years. My husband and I recently opened a fine art gallery. We had an opportunity present...
by Simplicity Mastered | Aug 2, 2010 | Business Growth, Business planning, Business strategies
The best ideas usually come by happenstance. You can’t will them into being on a moments notice. You can encourage the generation of bright ideas, however, by changing your environment, conversation and thoughts. Sometimes, as small business owners, we are so consumed...
by Simplicity Mastered | Jul 21, 2010 | Business Growth, Business planning, Business strategies
As entrepreneurs, it is impossible to have all the answers and sometimes we need a little assurance that we are moving in the right direction. You are often encouraged to seek outside help, support and guidance. Professional counsel, a colleague or close friend can be...
by Simplicity Mastered | Jun 28, 2010 | Customer service, Entrepreneurship, Small business
“I am sorry” is the most important thing you could say to a dissatisfied client. Every business owner has made their share of mistakes and will certainly continue to do so if they are progressing. Many mistakes can be mitigated with a simple “mea culpa.” However, many...