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Excitement and Possibilities of a New Beginning
October 3, 2011
It’s said that excitement is contagious and I feel like since I have stepped into this position of NAWBO® President & CEO just over two weeks ago, I’ve been energized by the excitement of chapter leaders and members who have reached out to me, and sponsor partners and public policy decision makers who I’ve had the privilege of meeting. I am thankful for the gifts and notes from many of you and those of you who reached out to personally welcome me, and those of you who embraced the opportunity to meet, whether it was here in Washington, DC or on the phone from across the nation.
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The TIME IS NOW for us to thrive as women business owners
September 19, 2011
The Women’s Business Conference 2011 that took place in beautiful San Diego just a few short weeks ago celebrated anything but “business as usual,” as owners took advantage of the customizable, interactive format to access, influence and grow their businesses. Many women connected with NAWBO® sponsors and potential customers while learning ways to enhance service and profitability among the clients they already have. All of us were inspired by notable speakers, and other women business owners who have overcome challenges to achieve success.
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Behind the Lens at This Year’s Women’s Business Conference Plus, Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with One Hall of Fame Winner
September 7, 2011
This year’s NAWBO® Women’s Business Conference at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in beautiful San Diego, California, was amazing from start to finish. A very special thank you to all our sponsor partners, speakers, exhibitors and vendors who showed their unwavering commitment to women-owned businesses…and to each and every one of you who attended to tailor your conference experience and get the resources, connections and inspiration you need to grow your business to the next level. Together, I believe we are on the cusp of positively impacting this economy through growth and job creation.
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WBC Comes at Right Time When Majority Are Focused on Growth
August 15, 2011
This week, I received an additional report from the NAWBO® membership survey, sponsored by Deluxe Corporation and conducted earlier this year. It was really the right thing at the right time as our NAWBO® National team works to put the finishing touches on our Women’s Business Conference, August 31-September 1 at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego, California.
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Small, Medium, Large: This Month’s Conference Has Something For You
July 29, 2011
To say that women business owners are busy is like saying airplane pilots need to stay awake on the job. Both are ridiculously obvious.
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Plan Ahead, Set Goals, Maximize Your Conference Experience
July 15, 2011
I just finished reading the latest entry from Debra Eckerling at She Takes on the World http://shetakesontheworld.net, a leading business and lifestyle blogging site for women entrepreneurs. It was on goal setting and reminded me of the tremendous opportunities that exist around this year’s NAWBO® Women’s Business Conference where we are giving attendees the unique opportunity to design their own experience in our most condensed, interactive conference platform to date.
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Business Forecast: Sunny Skies Ahead
July 1, 2011
Access. Influence. Grow. It’s that time of year again, as summer is upon us, and NAWBO®’s 2011 Women’s Business Conference (WBC2011) is set for August 31-September 1 in sunny San Diego, California. Since it is perfectly aligned with Labor Day celebrations, you and your family can stay during the holiday weekend and enjoy the local sights, sounds and tastes of Southern California.
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Dispelling the Myths of Customer Service
June 17, 2011
There are more than 1.3 billion pages on the web with advice on how to secure the loyalty of your customers. There’s a whole section in your local bookstore offering to reveal the secrets of flawless customer service. Call me crazy, but I’ve read a healthy portion of these books and blogs. After 20 years in the business, I find it amazing how much of this advice should be filed under “fiction.”
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Women Business Owners Master Work-Life Balance
June 3, 2011
As women, we no doubt have a lot on our plates between work and life responsibilities. But somehow, we are able to multi-task and create a work-life balance that appears almost effortless.
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Women Business Owners Celebrate Small Business Week
May 16, 2011
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics and U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census and International Trade Administration, small businesses stimulate the economy, especially during a financial downturn, and largely contribute to our nation’s vitality. It’s no wonder they have an entire week dedicated to celebrating the leaps and bounds they have made: The SBA’s 2011 National Small Business Week, May 16-20.
Highlights of the Impact of Small Businesses Today:
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