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Where else can you find such day-to-day Sassiness?
From business issues to spa nights, from rubbing elbows with politicians and business leaders to sharing poetry, wine, and chocolate... it is all covered here in our blog.
Blog from the authors of the upcoming book The Sassy Ladies' eGuide: How to be Successful in Your First Year of Business. In this blog for women entrepreneurs, you will:
- Get a sneak preview of some of the concepts in the eGuide
- See interviews with other women business owners
- Read our sassy perspective on everyday business situations
- Learn which products and resources we recommend.
Join our conversations about the challenges and victories of having your own business. We want to hear your point of view—and your questions. Click on any title, and add your comments at the bottom of the page.
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RI Business Expo Questions and Business Challenges |
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By Wendy Hanson on
9/29/2008 8:38 PM
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It’s been an awful week for the economy. As a small business owner, we need to be careful not to get caught up in hysteria. “Main Street” which is us, needs to keep moving. Our small businesses that provide services or sell products, and don’t require large amounts of credit, can keep going.
Think about your business and the types of services or products people will continue to use and buy. Let’s reach out and help other small businesses by supporting Main Street.
In Rhode Island last week, Every Company Counts of the RIEDC, put on their annual We Mean Business Expo focusing on resources for people starting businesses and for small companies already in business. Check out our podcasts on the site.
We took some questions from the participants and have been putting them out on The Sassy Ladies Facebook Group and LinkedIn to get ideas from you.
What is the best way to market my custom embroidered products?
Some ideas include
-put the product on www.etsy.com
-put ads on www.craigslist.com in your area and other areas
- look for opportunities with companies that silkscreen shirts etc and offer to be a subcontractor to add to their line
-contact a trophy and awards company in your area to see if they want to expand their product line
- Other ideas…write on our blog!
· How do I find a manufacturer to do small sewing, handbags and accessories? (without shipping outside o ...
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How to Give Feedback |
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By Michelle Girasole on
9/6/2008 11:56 AM
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Giving Feedback
A big challenge in business and sometimes in our personal life is being able to give people feedback and make our needs known. As an entrepreneur, it may be feedback to a client, vendor or partner. The end result in either case is to produce an improved result or performance.
 According to wikipedia.org, feedback is “a process of sharing observations, concerns and suggestions between persons…with an intention of improving both personal and organizational performance. Negative and positive feedback…imply criticism and praise, respectively.”
While no one likes to be criticized, here are some guidelines to giving feedback which is effective and can be heard and “digested” by the other person.
1. Before you give feedback, ask the person to give feedback on their own performance, their own skills etc. ie “How do you think you did?” or “How do you think that went?”
2. Ask permission to give feedback. If you want to tell someone feedback about their performance or about something they did, say, “May I have your permission to give you some feedback on …” or “Do you mind if I give you some feedback on that?”. This gives them the opportunity to be more open and receptive to what you have to say.
3. Personal and specific feedback is much more effective than general feedback. When you are giving someone constructive feedback, ...
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Announcing our collaboration with LadyAdvisor.com |
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By Wendy Hanson on
9/3/2008 6:53 PM
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 In the fall of 2007, Kirsten Lewis was formulating her plan to execute a new website specifically designed for women financial advisors. Kirsten had a long history in that industry and knew that resources for women were limited. Women look at money different and talk about money differently. They needed a place that they had a community, a community that extended beyond the boundaries of their office and extended throughout the United States and potentially the world market.
In her research, Kirsten was online and found The Sassy Ladies. (Ten points for our branding, because Kirsten made the first connection because she loved our name and loved our site!)
What started as a conference call has become a great strategic alliance. Lady Advisor launched in the spring of 2008 and is a fabulous community web site for women Financial Advisors, Investors, and Attorneys. Kirsten has made sure that all the bases are covered! There are expert talks, discussion groups, and tele-classes. She’s not only interested in the development and education in the financial arena but helps women members look at their life and take care of themselves, which is so much a part of being a successful woman entrepreneur.
The Sassy Ladies now have a discussion group on the site. We'll be doing an upcoming tele-class ...
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Meet the Sassy Ladies at the 2nd Annual We Mean Business Expo |
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By Michelle Girasole on
9/3/2008 1:39 PM
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The Sassy Ladies are happy to return for a second year of exhibiting and podcasting at the We Mean Business Expo, on September 22, 2008 at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick RI.
For information on this event or to pre-register, visit: http://www.wemeanbusinessri.com/
Last year, we were among the first business experts to exhibit at this successful event, co-hosted by the State of Rhode Island Secretary of State’s Office and the RI Economic Development Corporation. Many new business owners and dreamers came by our booth to ask great questions about what they needed to do to be successful. We also recorded a bunch of podcasts with other exhibitors at the event. Listen to these interviews.
If you live nearby, and are thinking of starting a business, it is a great place to come to get answers to a lot of your startup questions! We hope to see you there!
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Do a Good Deed Fundraiser |
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By MPerry on
9/3/2008 9:47 AM
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I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of generous support from our Sassy friends to help my parents rebuild after their home was destroyed by fire. THANK YOU ALL! The fundraiser, held in July at the Hi-Hat Lounge in Providence, R.I., was as fun as it was poignant--Michelle and Wendy really outdid themselves putting this together. The Blackstone Project hit all the right notes as they provided the musical ambiance for the evening. For just a few minutes, I could imagine that my family and I were just out having a great time at a cool place surrounded by beautiful people. When I looked over and saw my Dad tapping his feet to the music and smiling, I got the feeling maybe everything was gonna be alright.
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Our book is taking shape |
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By MPerry on
9/3/2008 9:42 AM
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We’ve come a long way, baby! Our book, The Sassy Ladies’ Toolkit for Startup Businesses, is at the publisher’s as you read this. Color us happy because we’re one step closer to providing a resource that we just know you’re gonna love. We know this because you’ve asked us about the very information between the covers and because this is a “wish we’d had that when WE started” kind of book. It’s definitely a back-to-basics kind of resource, so it’s helpful whether you haven’t even created your business card yet or you’ve gone through four boxes of them. More info on the release date coming, so stay tuned!
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The South Shore Women's Business Network |
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By Wendy Hanson on
9/1/2008 7:01 AM
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I (Sassy Wendy Business Coach) had the privilege of being the Guest Speaker at the South Shore Women’s Network in Rockland, MA on August 28th. What a fabulous group! I talked about being an Entrepreneur and/or an Intrapreneur. The group talked and shared and many individuals came away looking at their own role in their business a little differently. Mission Accomplished!
We looked at Who do you need to be? Is it an Innovator, Organizer, Dreamer, Communicator, Partner, Systems Builder, Relationship Builder, or Monetizer? If you pick one area that appeals to you and build that talent into a strength—voila! Your work can become more fun and your life easier. That’s the short version!
As it is Labor Day---take some time to vision who you want to be!
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Life is a Sassy Network! |
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By Wendy Hanson on
8/20/2008 12:58 PM
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As Sassy Ladies----we are all having regular mammograms, right? Last month I was having my annual visit and wound up in a fabulous conversation with a fellow “mammogramer”—Beth from Mad Hectic Oatmeal. Beth is a healthy breast cancer survivor and was having her five year follow-up. Eating healthy has become part of her life and she created a special oatmeal blend for her and her family. It cooks in one minute and contains flax seed and protein powder. I have never liked oatmeal and I just love Mad Hectic Oatmeal. Beth and I have been exchanging emails and she has used some of the Sassy Ladies tools!
Beth wrote: “I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated one particular part of your "Guide to Dreaming of Your Business" The age with the "Values Exercise" is wonderful. I have been feeling frustrated and getting a little angry about my life but didn't realize exactly why. Well, after doing the exercise I realized why! The three most important things that I can't live without... well I am living without them! And yes, my business plan will help me realize those goals. It is an awesome tool for business and for life. I applaud you!”
The moral of this story is two-fold. Connections for your business are everywhere and go to www.madhecticfoods.com
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Sassy Chic: Fundraiser T-Shirts, now available online! |
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By Michelle Girasole on
7/11/2008 10:41 AM
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Sassy Chic: Fundraiser T-Shirts, now available online!
While we won't reveal "the story behind the saying" until next week's fundraiser party, you can now support the cause with these inspirational, quality t-shirts.
Available in men's and women's sizes, the shirts read,
"Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Live it!"
If love the t-shirts, or can't get to the party, but would like to support the cause, you can buy one today, and we'll ship them right out. Enjoy!
Purchase T-Shirt(s)
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