Business Page "LIKES"

There is a very good reason why businesses should all LIKE business pages of our professional associates. When one business LIKEs another on Facebook, it is considered a professional courtesy. It is what I refer to as a gentle recommendation. It lets other people and businesses know that you recommend the other business from your own business, not just yourself personally. This is just like walking into your client’s office and referring one of your networking group members while you are there. It also reflects your attitude around your business community by showing that you recognize the importance of businesses working together.

So this week, log into your business page as the business (not as yourself personally) and visit pages of businesses that you would recommend. Click the LIKE button to show your support. And while your LIKE button finger is warmed up, if you feel so moved, please visit and LIKE NH Women In Business and Leap Year Marketing.

Happy Birthday to Me!

Thank you to everyone this week for all the birthday wishes. I think the best app Facebook has is the ability to see who’s birthday it is. Facebook is a relationship developer and whether you see a person face to face or not, you can build a level of understanding about people. Watching interactions of words, photos, and stories allows you to comprehend people individually and as a whole. Just dropping a quick hello or happy birthday may not seem like a big deal but it is meaningful to the recipient. I received over 200 messages on Facebook this week and it really gave me a boost. If you want to make a difference to someone this week, take a minute to chat with them, even if it is for just a minute online. If you want to make a difference to a client this week, connect with them on Facebook and allow them to get to know you. Oh yeah, and ask them to like your page.
p.s. Please like my page!

Here is the Deal on Pinterest

I have received many questions from clients and others in the past few weeks about a new application called Pinterest. I tend not to be a fad follower, so it took me a little while to catch on to it myself. Basically, your account starts out as a blank "pinboard". You can search through various categories on the main page and if you see something you like, you can "like" it, or repin it to your own board. You have the option to follow other people you know to see what they are pinning. You can also post your own photos. Sounds pretty basic, so what's the deal?
Here is the deal. When an application like Pinterest takes off like it has, you can bet big bucks that it has commerce applications to it. Why? It is popular, it attracts people (potential customers), and it can be constantly updated. What could a restaurant do with it? Post their menu and specials. What could a photographer do with it? Post a business portrait gallery. What could a car dealership do with it? Post their newest arrivals. Got the idea?
On a personal level, you can use it for just about anything. Getting married? Start your own board for that and bring in ideas you like for colors and themes and honeymoon ideas.You can build a Dream Board of sorts by collecting photos and quotes you like. The list is endless.
I am building my boards as we speak. If you want to check it out, go to my Pinterest Board. Feel free to comment and repin. Call me if you have questions about how you can use Pinterest in your business. 724-603-LEAP

The Importance of Sundays for Your Business

Sometimes people ask me if I ever take time off. The answer is yes and no. I mean, right now it is Sunday morning and I am typing a blog. Not exactly unplugged. But this morning my whole family sans one is here, we are all in our pajamas, not yet showered, full tummies, just sitting around talking about how much we love hanging out together. My three-year-old this morning says (unsolicited), "Oh, Mom. You're a great Mom." So I taught him to say to his sister, "You're the best sister in the whole wide world!" I tried to say, "What am I going to do when my kids are grown?" but I couldn't because after the first two words I got choked up. My husband chimed in with ,"By then we will have grandkids." Excellent. More pajama time. Is tomorrow Monday morning? Bring it.

NH Women In Business 08-19-11

Great show today with MKT Investments. We even had a caller. These guys are what I call Million Dollar Thinkers. They see and plan for long-term and are able to work objectively without emotion. Very professional.
Less nervous today. More excited. Getting response from sponsors and other radio stations.
Goal=I will be on 6 or more stations by December 31, 2011. Look out Rush Limbaugh.

It's not about finding the right person

Someone once told me, "It's not about finding the right person, it's about being the right person." We were talking about marriage, of course. So upon the start of my second marriage, I made a conscious effort to be the right person. I often ask myself, am I the kind of wife I would want to have? Invariably, the answer is no, which sends me back to the drawing board. But my husband, who is the right person, continues to be the right person and constantly forgives me with the brush of a hand like it's no big deal. You can't control other people, but you can be the kind of ___________ (fill in the blank) you would want to have, whether that is a boss, mom, wife, friend, employee, or neighbor. You can live your dream, with or without the support of others, but it's easier with it. So offer the support others need to help them live their dreams and be the kind of _________ you would want to have.

Red Sox

I am not sure what it is about the Red Sox. Listening to Jerry Remy or Joe Castiglione brings memories of my dad working out in his garage with the game on. Every game. No matter if they were in last place. Which they were at times. My dad died at the age of 56 in 1993 and never got to see the Red Sox win the World Series. So when they won in 2004 and again in 2007, I had a tough time not getting choked up. My dad cheered for them and always kept the faith. So it's good to be a fan of the Red Sox. It teaches you patience. And humility.

Clients

Working with a few big clients in the next couple weeks. Looks like NHWIB is moving to the next level.

Interviews for NHWIB

I hope everyone enjoyed the interview with Jan Sheehan, Physical Therapist, and the first of four guests during Women's Health Month on NHWIB. Jan is a wonderful person and very skilled. She also teaches rug braiding, has a booth at the Deerfield Fair where she sells canned food (yum!) and she owns horses! Just a few of the things we didn't get to hear during the interview.