Do you know what you need to do each day to break even?

This morning I was reading an excerpt from "The Compound Effect" by Darrin Hardy and was reminded of the daily habits that we do regardless of whether positive or negative and just how those habits shape your way of life.  When I was reading and reflecting, I realized it was like a client I met earlier this week.  My client was busy building her business with inventory, daily purchasing and scouting for emerging and unique merchandise, and was compounding plenty of personal debt.

Operating a small business on debt can sometimes quickly and sometimes slowly run you right out of business.  I say why don't we stop and see the effect of what she was compounding through her daily shopping excursions.

It would seem like common sense to many, however to other's and in this case it was a incredible surprise.  This woman business owner retained me as a business consultant to get organized.  I've learned over the years that when clients need to get organized and I discover their cluttered office space, I know there's more going on than just getting organized.

As we went through a what I refer to as a needs assessment, I identified that the business was being sustained by her nest egg.  This woman had no notion just how much her endeavor was actually costing her,  although it kept her really busy.   Being busy  doesn't mean being in business.

The action I strongly recommended we undertake was to examine all of her expenses for the year and break them down by the day.  We then arrived with an amount  that was her daily goal.  This exercise isn't rocket science but I've learned it works.  I learned this approach during my retail experience.
Each and every single day you would "chad in" and learn from your manager what the daily target was, exactly where were we last year this time, and where are we for the month.  when you know these goals, you have a way of measuring and a  motivation for the day.


Before you keep squandering money into your business with marketing, new campaigns, even new workers, take the time to stop and take a look at the numbers, understand the bottom line and make strategies in line with the numbers rather than your ego.

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Have an extra bedroom, get cash without a long term contract

Last year when I was in London, I had no idea where to stay but I know I wanted to feel safe and comfotable. The costs of hotels were so high and if I exceeded my budget for a hotel I knew I wouldn't get out exploring as much as I would like. I had heard about a service called, AirBnB which lists private residences that have an extra room.  Turns out, I found a listing in my budget in a premium location right off the tube, the London subway.

How cool was it to kick back with a local family, have some basic food available in the fridge and really dive into the local flavor visiting in an actual neighborhood.

Today, I am one of the hosts for AirbNB.  I have a two bedroom condo in Paradise Valley, AZ, a community wedged between Scottsdale and Phoenix.  Considering I'm surrounded by 4 and 5 star hotels, people are often looking for a less expensive option.

If you live in a community where there may be a draw for visitors, whether it's a college town, a golf resorts, ski resort, or summer theater location, you may just have the perfect venue to have your own bed and breakfast.

I'd love to hear your stories.  Share you stories here with me.  If you want to sign up for AirBNB, they have a referral program too, so once you sign up, you can refer out to friends and increase your revenue that way also.  Click here to sign up for your account to travel or to list.

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Funny, you meet people and they tell you about products that they use that change their lives and it's hard to not by a little cynical. If you're like me, you might want to watch on the sidelines and see if you see any improvements as people claim.  Naturally, you want to keep your options open.

 I have a friend, Terry, and I have been watching him work several jobs.  He works tirelessly, presenting workshops, building his wellness company, and performing every night till 3 am with a Karaoke company.   The guy has stamina. Then I saw another friend, Sam,  who I hadn't seen in a while as he got a full time job as a nurse.  I used to see him weekly at a class Terry teaches.  When I saw Sam, I was shocked.  He looked amazing!  Mind you he always looked good.  What struck me was his skin was glowing, he was standing taller and he was smiling ear to ear.  He was feeling on top of the world.   I asked Sam what was different and he didn't say anything in particular. Upon further investigation (you know as a business consultant, I've very inquisitive), I learned Sam was taking this Product B supplement. Seriously!  Now I'm intrigued.

If you look at the price you can see it's pretty expensive.  It's not cheap at all.  Good news is being an ongoing customer you can get it for almost 25% less, so that's a good savings.  It was enough for me to say, I'll try it out.  Here it is a month later, and I''m reordering my next bottle.

Something about it is working for me.  I'm feeling better, people are saying I look like things are going really well (funny how it has a look), and I know my alertness has been sharpened.  It's enough for me to say, okay, let's pass on the word.  The bottom line is, it's to help you live a longer healthier life, who doesn't want that?

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No work, no money, no self-esteem? Being unemployed doesn’t have to take over your life.

Rebuilding confidence isn't always straight forward because sometimes we don't even know we're not being as confident as we used to be.  However, if this article is resonating with you at any level, here are some tips for you to reclaim your confidence.

1.  Write down what skills you liked using the most in your last job?  What were you genuinely great at, keep it really simple.  Ask yourself, "Are those skills highlighted on my resume?"  You want prospective employers to see what you are best at.  Imagine going into an interview and having them ask you, so tell me about your experience “facilitating conferences” and you detest the extroverted function of your previous job!

2.   Find a local group that meets weekly to support other folks looking for work.  You will get the benefit of networking and also be of service as you may be helping someone else with your network. 

3.   Connect with social networks.  I say this cautiously, as it can be a time waster if you’re not targeted about how you are managing your time.  Become involved with the business groups on Facebook, and connect with professional peers on LinkedIn.  Update your profile, and your status, let people know you’re available.  Interact, engage and be honest!

Building your confidence with work is kind of like dating.  Sometimes it doesn’t work out.  It’s time to say NEXT, lift your head up high and move on.  Even though it may have been the best job you ever had, know that you have it in you to score an awesome job! 

Anne McGurty , CEO of Strategize and Organize, www.strategizeandorganize.com.  She is a business coach working with busy executives and CEO’s of small business.  

Enjoy the Desert Sun, Get the Glow without the GMOs

Essanté Organics Announces  

New Pre-Launch Product: Sun ShineTM

First In The World: Toxic Free Immune Enhancing Self Tanning Lotion

Phoenix, Arizona 

January 1, 2014

Essanté Organics, an award winning global organic comodities and direct sales company, based in AZ, USA pre-launched another 100% green, first-of-a-kind, industry disruptive product into the global organic market today, aptly called Sun ShineTM. 

Sun ShineTM is a 100% Certified ToxicFreeTM    immune enhancing self tanning and bronzing lotion that delivers a truly healthy golden glow. Chicory Root is the organic ingredient that activates the skin's own Vitamin D Receptors, which help improve overall immunity while delivering a dazzling, tanner skin tone in 3 to 10 days. Results are cumulative & it can be used daily.   

 

Sun ShineTM is a freshly scented, rich, creamy, white, hydrating lotion for the skin. Now everyone can enjoy 

Sun ShineTM without the trouble: 

• No zapped feeling from the sun, Sun ShineTM can help IMPROVE immunity
• No harmful toxins or chemical ingredients found in other self tanners  
• No dangerous tanning beds
• No harmful UV sun rays
• No time commitment or weather constraints
• No typical self tanner smell, Sun ShineTM has a clean, fresh scent 

Essanté Organics continues to develop first-to-market products that deliver results. Two additional daily-use products are slated to enter their ever-growing ToxicFreeTM product catalog in the first quarter of 2014. One product is in such high demand, the company has moved up and increased production in order to launch it live, at The Great Green Event, March 1, 2014 at Wild Horse Pass Casino in Arizona. The Great Green Event, sponsored by Essanté Organics, is a free, semi-annual educational conference open to the public. Attendees enjoy festivities and education on the importance of organic and alkaline products.  The free seminar also includes expert training on how to launch and operate an organic e-commerce business for a one time start up cost as low as $199 and an even lower monthly overhead fee of $40-$100, which includes ToxicFreeTM products. 

 

Essanté Organics shares that humanity faces a dangerous hidden problem: the average person unknowingly applies over 120 toxic products to their hair and skin before 9am. The personal care industry is unregulated and most companies use cheap, toxic, even carcenogenic ingredients to boost their profits, regardless if it harms the consumer.  Essanté Organics provides a simple, organic solution. Their extensive line of ToxicFreeTM daily-use products serve one purpose: to help families across the globe live chemical free. As the global demand for organic (non-chemical, non GMO) products continues to escalate, Essanté Organics' growing sales force are poised to capture a large percentage of what economic experts are calling the next 4 trillion dollar shift in spending.  

 

To find out more information contact me, Anne McGurty at 480-442-2014.