Five ways you may be getting in your own way

obstacles

What stops you, or your team, from achieving your goals? You might be surprised by the answer. Sometimes the biggest reason you're blocked from achieving success is...you. Do you scoff at the mere possibility that this is true? First, think back on difficult times and experiences. Perhaps these were times when: - You became overwhelmed - Your work - or life - became excessively complex - You fell short of your goals and expectations Now, consider how, and why these … [Read more...]

Unsure about your next move? WIC Mentoring can help

Do you sometimes struggle to stay focused and moving forward? Are you uncertain at times about what your next best move is as you work to reach and connect with your target customers? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with all there is to do as a small business owner? We may be able to help you through WIC Mentoring. Our spring session starts soon. It will run for six weeks from April 5 through May 10. We're looking for a group of 6-8 people who are ready to build their business … [Read more...]

Website Form Generator

You can increase the interactivity of your website with an email form. An email form can help your customers have a conversation with you, and can help you suggest or control the topics of conversation. You can: Collect visitors' email addresses for an opt-in newsletter Have prospects contact you for more information Have clients send in their project-start-up information (like an intake questionnaire) Have interested visitors ask you a question or suggest article topics Creating a … [Read more...]

Looking for a great new business book?

Are you in the market for a great business read or a few? Here are the ones included in the bounteous basket of books one lucky bidder got at the April WIC Silent Auction. Check them out! The Ultimate Question: Driving Good Profits and True Growth by Fred Reichheld The Wisdom of Crowds by James Surowiecki Million Dollar Consulting and The Global Consultant, both by Alan Weiss Marketing Your Career: Positioning, Packaging and Promoting Yourself For Success by WIC's Linda … [Read more...]