Do You Have a Wealthy Attitude?
Wealthy people are conniving, selfish, lazy monsters who will steal your last penny if you let them, or so that's what I was raised to believe.
Fortunately, through my work and various associations, I've spent time with many of these 'monsters', and discovered that nothing could be farther from the truth.
In fact, over the years I've learned that wealthy people are the hardest working, most generous people one could ever meet.
Obviously, the fear-based attitudes about money that were instilled during my childhood were not only incorrect, they didn't produce more for me than a steady job.
And no job, no paycheck. No matter how well-paid you are, that's not wealth, that's a dangerous rut.
To me, wealth means income that is generated on a continuous and ongoing basis, whether or not I'm working specifically on that project or investment at any given time.
I knew that if I wanted to live a richer, fuller life, I'd have to let go of my old beliefs and adopt healthier, more productive attitudes to acquiring wealth.
So I set out to learn about the commonly held beliefs and values shared by wealthy people.
The first commonality was obvious. Wealthy people all value their time too highly to exchange it for a paycheck, and therefore they work for themselves. The exception to this is made when they'll work for a company in their chosen industry to gain experience or be mentored.
Truly wealthy folks know that there is no such thing as 'get r*ch quick' and understand that businesses are built, and wealth is acquired, through being of service to others. They find a need and fill it with excellent products and highly quality customer service. Having their customers' trust and
support, their businesses stand the test of time.
All, without fail, regularly give a portion of their time and money to help those less fortunate.
The wealthy also place great emphasis on healthy nutrition and regular exercise. After their work day is over, rather than flop on the couch to watch a rerun of 'Friends' (and West Wing, and Coronation Street, and Frasier...) they'll opt for a run or a friendly game of squash. They understand that exercise is an activity that creates energy, whereas succumbing to the temptation to 'flake-out' leaves you feeling even more exhausted.
While out on that run, they put the increased oxygen flow to good use by thinking, thinking and thinking some more. They formulate business plans and strategies for the short, medium and long-term. They know that their vision for a happy, solid future for themselves and their families is built on goals and the specific plans to achieve them.
Family is their top priority. Everything they do is for the purpose of helping to improve the lives of their family members.
Above all, they approach life with gratitude. They know in their hearts that there is more than enough wealth on the planet for everyone to share. They know that whatever effort they make, whatever they choose to give, will be returned to them many times over.
From that perspective, they have no fear, and it's fear, not money, that is the root of all evil. Fear causes people to hold on tight and act in greedy, selfish ways. Give to receive.. it's really that simple.
The 'good life' may seem like a lot of hard work, and it is! But if you truly want to enjoy the good life, then do the 'work' of setting goals, staying healthy, and being of service to others with joy and an open heart. You'll be delighted by the rewards work can bring when you approach life with a wealthy attitude.
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How to Improve Client Goodwill & Referrals by Doing One Simple Thing
By Sylvia Jaumann - © All Rights Reserved
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Have you been “leaving money on the table” by not thanking your clients properly when your decorative painting job is complete?
Most professional decorative painters agonize at one time or another whether they should give their clients a thank you gift. Some feel that since they are the professional artisan, that their clients should be giving them gifts for all their hard work. No question, it’s a good feeling when you receive an unexpected gift from your client. Everyone likes to feel appreciated.
However, in order to build goodwill with your clients and have them referring others to you, it’s important that you leave a positive lasting impression that goes beyond the finish you left on their walls. While their visitors will be raving over their new wall finish, your client will be saying how wonderful you are to work with and that you even left a thoughtful gift for them. You want to leave an ongoing sense that, not only are you a great decorative painter, but that you genuinely appreciate your clients. That will generate the referrals you’re looking for.
Some decorative painters only send thank you gifts for projects over a certain dollar value (such as a $10,000 contract, for instance) and simply leave thank you notes for clients under this amount. While others feel that a small token of goodwill is vital to showing appreciation for the contract at completion. Typically most decorative painters will show their appreciation at least once a year by acknowledging their clients during the holiday season with a small token of their appreciation.
Giving thank you gifts can sometimes be tricky because if you spend too much money the client can get offended. They may think you factored the thank you gift into their estimate. Similarly, if you spend too little you come off looking cheap. Let the keyword here be a “thoughtful” gift that appears you were thinking of the client’s personality and needs. However, your ultimate guide will obviously be your own budget.
There are countless types of gifts you could give to your client. Much will depend upon your own individual style and your client’s personality. Food is always a good choice. A small gift basket of wine and cheese or a plate of freshly-baked cookies is usually welcome in any home. A box of gourmet chocolates will be welcomed by clients with a sweet tooth.
For a nice original gift idea, you can use your creative talents to paint small accessory items such as a picture frame or a set of coasters to match the décor and paint finish of the finished room. If you’re short on time, a plant or freshly cut flowers are also a nice touch to add to the completed room.
Gift certificates can also be used either alone or tucked inside a gift. Although some painters feel that this is blatant advertising, this isn’t necessarily the case as long as the gift certificate will be valued by the client. Gift certificates can be setup so that they’re used towards a small accessory piece such as a lamp in the finished room or even another room in the house.
This leads us to other promotional advertising gifts that can be used such as mugs or pens with your company name and logo. These can be combined with other gift ideas such as filling a promotional mug with chocolates. Another trendy idea is to give chocolate bars wrapped with a photo of a faux finish and your company name and logo. You can bet the elegant wrappers will be kept long after the chocolate has been consumed.
So as you can see, by giving your clients a little something to remember you by not only do you create goodwill, but you leave a positive impression that will generate business for years to come.
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Business Plan Myths
Virtual Assistant Business Plan Myths
by Lisa Taliga
Here are a few business plan myths:
- "Since I'm just working for myself, there is no need for a business plan"
Would you go on a trip without a plan? Would you get married without a plan? Plans are good. They will help you get focused and stay that way. A good business plan will help you to think through all the aspects of your business and see you on your way to success.
-"I need to have everything perfect before I start"
If you wait that long you may never start. Fix it as you go. Just make sure the major points are as good as they can be.
-"I should get one of those business plan templates that sound really complicated. Complicated is good, right?"
Wrong! Simple is better.
-"If I don't do everything my business plan says, I'm a failure"
Wrong - sometimes detours or changes can be beneficial to your long-distance plan. Don't sweat the small stuff.
-"My business plan must be at least 50 pages long with a professional looking cover"
Don't create more work than is necessary. You can write it in hieroglyphics on the wall - so long as you can understand it and access it when you need to.
-"I only need a business plan if I'm getting a loan"
A business plan serves many different purposes. It's not just for getting a loan. It's there to keep you on track and focused.
-"If I have a business plan in my head - that will do"
But can you remember it? Can your friends give you advice by reading your mind? Can your accountant?
-"Friends and family are all I'll need to give me advice"
Could a city man tell a farmer how to run his farm? Only if your family are accountants and market research experts will they be qualified to give the right advice. Be careful who you listen to when drawing up your business plan.
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Lisa Taliga is a Virtual Assistant and author of 'Freelance from Home! The 5 Key Steps to Your Successful Virtual Assistant Business' and ‘The 7 Things You Must Know Before Starting Your Successful Virtual Assistant Business’. Get your free eBook and newsletter subscription to find out how to become a Virtual Assistant. |
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