Thursday, January 17, 2013
Small Business Coaching Tips Week 2: Branding
Hello and welcome to the Week 2 Post. This week the topic is branding. Does your business name, logo, website and every other way you communicate with your target market convey the message you want? Can you clearly articulate what your brand (image) is?
When starting a business there are so many things that need to get done and sometimes this can create a lack of continuity. Establishing a brand or specific image you want to project can help create continuity. Having a clear focus helps people to identify with you and that is how you find your target market.
Ask yourself the following questions:
Who is my target market and how do I communicate with them?
What is the niche I am trying to fill?
What sets you apart?
What do people want?
Can you find a gap in the market place and fill it?
What is the purpose of your business?
Is there continuity between my business name, logo website and marketing materials?
If you take some time to thoughtfully review these questions AND answer them you may find you begin to create clarity about the image you want to project.
Next is the big step – Ask people to summarize in a sentence or two how they would describe you and your business. Is it what you wanted to hear? If not what did you learn and are there other changes you can implement?
Don’t panic if this doesn’t all come together right away. The fact that you are focusing on it now is what is important. Being aware of what the market needs and who you are will make a difference so dedicate some time to this assignment. Remember coaching is all about ACTION! So don’t put this off any longer. And if you have had success with branding please share your success stories on Wellx. We would love to learn from you and cheer you on!
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Friday, January 4, 2013
New Years Small Business Tips - Week 1
Hello and Welcome!
It's been a while since I've posted but one of my New Years Resolutions is to share more free coaching tips. In partnerships with Wellx I will be offering weekly tips for small business owners and independent professionsal.
Do you want to:
1) Jump start your small business in the New Year?
2) Want to start a new small business?
3) Find it challenging to work alone and wish you could partner with other independent professionals?
4) Do you find it challenging to run all aspects of business or attract new customers?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above then I am here to help. Each week I will share some of my coaching tips you may find useful. Try one or try them all.
One of the benefits of working with a coach is the opportunity to accept challenges which can lead to growth. If you are not getting the results you want then these challenges may help. Taking action is important.
Read the tips but more importantly do the ‘assignments’. A little time may produce surprising returns.
Here is an overview of topics that will be covered:
• The Importance of Branding (e.g., business name, logo, target market, purpose)
• Your Vision Statement
• Your Mission Statement
• A Basic Business Plan
• Strategizing to Success
• The Elevator Speech
• Talking Points
• Research (to both understand competition and simpify workload)
• Running a business (finances, administration)
• Marketing
• Networking
• Support (mastermind partner, coach, focus group...)
Hopefully right now you feel excited about the possibilities that await you. Each week come to my blog or to http://wellx.com/ for the new topic and your assignment.
Challenge yourself to stick with it and do not avoid topics -- those are probably the areas you need to work on the most. I can help you to get stronger in those areas, delegate and simply.
To create good momentum you may start with the topics you find most desirable. In other words you do not need to do these in order.
Use your creativity and most importantly enjoy the process.
For more information about my coaching services you may go to http://www.gallaghersolutions.com/ or http://www.jennygallagher.com/.
Happy New Year!
Saturday, May 7, 2011
My articles that you can read
I have been an Expert Advisor for www.bizymoms.com for a while now and have been writing articles for them. If you would like some free tips and motivation then feel free to read my articles; and others! Simply go to http://bizymoms.com/business/profile/Jenny-Gallagher/269.
There are many topics and you don't have to be a busy mom!
All the best.
There are many topics and you don't have to be a busy mom!
All the best.
Lots of great new stuff for you!
I know it's been a while since I've added a post here but that's because I have been so busy with so many other good things.
To catch you up I enjoyed 10 months of having my own radio show every Monday through Friday from 12-1 eastern time. The Jenny Gallagher Show: Your Wellness Coach is no more but you can listen to many great interviews with amazing wellness professionals anytime. Just go to http://www.gallaghersolutions.com/index.html and sign up for my newsletter. After you do you will access to over 40 interviews for free!
Also my new book titled Yen Path: Taking Steps Towards What You Want in Life (Price World Publishing) will be released on June 1, 2011. If you want to preorder on Amazon you may or contact me and I can send you a signed copy anytime. I have the books now so there is no need to wait. You can email me at solutions@jennygallagher.com for more information.
I have also been doing weekly blog posts for the Yen Path Challenge. To participate (for free) just go to http://www.yenpath.com/blog.html and click on the link.
If you would like to try phone coaching please call me at 503-939-9552. You'll be surprised how helpful it can be to get to talk to a neutral third party that is trained to listen, to ask question to help you gain clarity, to help you plan and move into action. Most importantly as your coach I will be your cheerleader. Give it a try. You won't be dissapointed.
To catch you up I enjoyed 10 months of having my own radio show every Monday through Friday from 12-1 eastern time. The Jenny Gallagher Show: Your Wellness Coach is no more but you can listen to many great interviews with amazing wellness professionals anytime. Just go to http://www.gallaghersolutions.com/index.html and sign up for my newsletter. After you do you will access to over 40 interviews for free!
Also my new book titled Yen Path: Taking Steps Towards What You Want in Life (Price World Publishing) will be released on June 1, 2011. If you want to preorder on Amazon you may or contact me and I can send you a signed copy anytime. I have the books now so there is no need to wait. You can email me at solutions@jennygallagher.com for more information.
I have also been doing weekly blog posts for the Yen Path Challenge. To participate (for free) just go to http://www.yenpath.com/blog.html and click on the link.
If you would like to try phone coaching please call me at 503-939-9552. You'll be surprised how helpful it can be to get to talk to a neutral third party that is trained to listen, to ask question to help you gain clarity, to help you plan and move into action. Most importantly as your coach I will be your cheerleader. Give it a try. You won't be dissapointed.
Monday, October 25, 2010
When the Unexpected Happens
As I was typing my title for this posting I noticed a little green frog looking at me from the inside of my window. Then I saw another one. You may be thinking that's not a big deal but for me it is. It's funny that I am living back in FL with my fear of reptiles. I have water on two sides of the house so there is all kinds of wildlife from little one inch frogs to big alligators. Except for my fear of things that slither and hop, I have to say Florida life suits me very well. But on to my topic.
Most of us like to feel that we have some sense of control but when unexpected events occur that myth is apparent. While you may not always be in control, whats important is to not panic or freeze. How can you continue to move towards your goals when the unexpected happens? Here's how:
1) Evaluate the situation (unless there are safety concerns and the act immediately) - Otherwise take time to access the situation. It can be easy to create a big deal out of something small so take time to adjust when at all possible. For example; if someone at work got the promotion you were expecting don't run in to your boss' office and say things you may regret later.
2) Re-examine your goal - Is it still worth moving forward with your original plan or is there a need for a change? For example you may want to look at your core values, beliefs, needs, etc. as it relates to your goal - Is there something here that you can use to anchor you to get you back on track or do you want to make some changes to your goal? If you want more information on these topics you can purchase a copy of my book Four Steps to a Better Life (2007) for $9.95 http://www.gallaghersolutions.com/book.html.
3)Create a new plan - It's important to get back into action as quickly as possible to avoid stagnation. Many times a hurdle is perceived as an indication that you are not meant to achieve that goal and that is simply not true. Be creative and figure out another way or just try again.
If you have any questions please feel free to email me at solutions@jennygallagher.com.
Most of us like to feel that we have some sense of control but when unexpected events occur that myth is apparent. While you may not always be in control, whats important is to not panic or freeze. How can you continue to move towards your goals when the unexpected happens? Here's how:
1) Evaluate the situation (unless there are safety concerns and the act immediately) - Otherwise take time to access the situation. It can be easy to create a big deal out of something small so take time to adjust when at all possible. For example; if someone at work got the promotion you were expecting don't run in to your boss' office and say things you may regret later.
2) Re-examine your goal - Is it still worth moving forward with your original plan or is there a need for a change? For example you may want to look at your core values, beliefs, needs, etc. as it relates to your goal - Is there something here that you can use to anchor you to get you back on track or do you want to make some changes to your goal? If you want more information on these topics you can purchase a copy of my book Four Steps to a Better Life (2007) for $9.95 http://www.gallaghersolutions.com/book.html.
3)Create a new plan - It's important to get back into action as quickly as possible to avoid stagnation. Many times a hurdle is perceived as an indication that you are not meant to achieve that goal and that is simply not true. Be creative and figure out another way or just try again.
If you have any questions please feel free to email me at solutions@jennygallagher.com.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
A new shift is coming - growth to harvest
As I was walking my puppy at 5:00 this morning I noticed the long summer days are leaving us. Our shift from summer to fall; from growth to harvest is here.
What are your goals and how have you been preparing to manifest them? Without intention and action you will not get results. In my book Four Steps to a Better Life (2007) I describe the four steps as intention, clarity, action and next steps. For more information you can go to http://www.gallaghersolutions.com/book.html.
What works for nature will work for you. Take advantage of the warm, sunny days to have your own personal growth phase so that you will have something to harvest in a few months. Wouldn't it be great if by December you could look back at this time period in your life with pride and satisfaction?
If you have questions please feel free to email me at solutions@jennygallagher.com.
Enjoy!
What are your goals and how have you been preparing to manifest them? Without intention and action you will not get results. In my book Four Steps to a Better Life (2007) I describe the four steps as intention, clarity, action and next steps. For more information you can go to http://www.gallaghersolutions.com/book.html.
What works for nature will work for you. Take advantage of the warm, sunny days to have your own personal growth phase so that you will have something to harvest in a few months. Wouldn't it be great if by December you could look back at this time period in your life with pride and satisfaction?
If you have questions please feel free to email me at solutions@jennygallagher.com.
Enjoy!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
How to set loving boundaries
Setting boundaries is one way you can help to improve a relationship. Many times our relationships suffer because either we; or the other person is stuck in a pattern that is not supporting a healthy relationship. Constant complaining is an example of a situation that may require a loving boundary. Here are some tips:
1) Redirect conversation: If you, or someone you know is starting to sound like a broken record consider how you can come up with something new to talk about. For example, if a person (or you) always talks about how bad your day is going, or how bad you feel then instead focus on something positive. Notice something that looks or feels right. It can improve your mood and help another person to focus on the positive. Another example would be if you seem to end up in conversations that focus on gossiping. What else can you talk about instead. Engage in conversation that is interesting and up-beat and do not allow the conversation to slip back into negative territory.
2) Be aware of how you spend your time: If you have a plan at the beginning of the day on how you want to spend your time and stick to it you will not fall victim to frustration later when situations occur that you were not expecting. Do yo know someone that expects you to drop everything to listen to them? If so kindly tell them you cannot talk now and schedule some time for them later on. This will help you to feel in control and you may be better equipped to listen later.
3) Provide effective feedback: The first step to effective feedback is to ask for permission. Sometimes a person is not ready to listen. When they are ready, you give them a specific example of a behavior and the specific way it makes you feel. "When you say (or do)_______ it makes me feel _______". Opening channels of communication can help lead you both in a new direction. If either party gets emotional then stop and apologize. Try again later or you may want to find a mediator.
4) Follow your heart: It's okay to say no thank you. You do not always need to follow someone else's agenda.
5) Only allot a certain amount of time for those difficult but necessary relationships. People are not entitled to use you as a door mat but be kind and helpful whenever possible.
6) Get professional help or find a support group if your techniques are not working. Don't just give up. Keeping your relationships healthy will pay off. You can move yourself and your loved one to a better place and these are the most rewarding relationships; the ones we can grow with.
1) Redirect conversation: If you, or someone you know is starting to sound like a broken record consider how you can come up with something new to talk about. For example, if a person (or you) always talks about how bad your day is going, or how bad you feel then instead focus on something positive. Notice something that looks or feels right. It can improve your mood and help another person to focus on the positive. Another example would be if you seem to end up in conversations that focus on gossiping. What else can you talk about instead. Engage in conversation that is interesting and up-beat and do not allow the conversation to slip back into negative territory.
2) Be aware of how you spend your time: If you have a plan at the beginning of the day on how you want to spend your time and stick to it you will not fall victim to frustration later when situations occur that you were not expecting. Do yo know someone that expects you to drop everything to listen to them? If so kindly tell them you cannot talk now and schedule some time for them later on. This will help you to feel in control and you may be better equipped to listen later.
3) Provide effective feedback: The first step to effective feedback is to ask for permission. Sometimes a person is not ready to listen. When they are ready, you give them a specific example of a behavior and the specific way it makes you feel. "When you say (or do)_______ it makes me feel _______". Opening channels of communication can help lead you both in a new direction. If either party gets emotional then stop and apologize. Try again later or you may want to find a mediator.
4) Follow your heart: It's okay to say no thank you. You do not always need to follow someone else's agenda.
5) Only allot a certain amount of time for those difficult but necessary relationships. People are not entitled to use you as a door mat but be kind and helpful whenever possible.
6) Get professional help or find a support group if your techniques are not working. Don't just give up. Keeping your relationships healthy will pay off. You can move yourself and your loved one to a better place and these are the most rewarding relationships; the ones we can grow with.
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