“Some people bring joy wherever they go, while others bring joy whenever they go”. Do your people cringe when you approach? Do they quiver at the sound of your footsteps? Do they turn to jelly at the echo of... read more
Hello and welcome to Day 1 of 30 Days of Social Media. Social Media is the ‘buzz’ right now. But what IS social media and why does it matter? Why should we care? I’m assuming that you are a... read more
Recently I had a function to attend – a gala networking dinner in Sydney. In preparation for that event I needed to do many things; shop for a suitable outfit, learn who else would be at my table to... read more
Let’s start with what podcasting is. The concept of podcasting is that of an on-demand audio program that individuals or businesses record and post to their website and podcasting tools such as iTunes. You could essentially think of a... read more
There’s one marketing secret that is guaranteed to boost fresh leads and sales to your business. It’s fast, cheap and measurable. Any guesses? Search-marketing is a valuable acquisition strategy that most small-business owners have recognised, but few know how... read more
Recently I took part in a four-week challenge put on by the gym I go to. For four weeks I had (with recommendations and guidelines from the trainers) determined what I would do for four weeks to challenge myself... read more
Hi and welcome to 30 Days of Social Media. What is social media? How can YOU use social media to grow your network and your business, to connect with your clients and to reach more people? That’s what we’re... read more
Liz Foulds and Linda McDonald have participated in the Australian Businesswomen’s Network’s MentorNet Program. For more information on mentoring, please click here. The Mentoree: Liz Foulds Company: Resumes for Results – Gippsland, Melbourne Central and Tasmania Why did... read more
A survey published in the “Daily Telegraph” reveals some very interesting statistics. Many businesses regard their business mentor as being as important as their accountant, the survey claims. The survey found that one in two (50%) small businesses viewed... read more
I want to let you in on something… At the Australian Businesswomen’s Network (ABN) we recognise (and are often told by members) that MORE training and education about how to have a successful online presence, how to have a... read more
Earlier this week I had an opportunity to watch my behaviour and my ability to get in my own way. It was one of those times when you watch yourself, hear yourself and have enough awareness to realise what’s... read more
Recently, Dynamic Business magazine held a lunch hosted by Blackberry. The topic – work/life balance and the role that smartphones can play to either help or hinder. I’m an iPhone user… so on this day I kept my beloved... read more
