10 Ways NOT to Share Your Story as a Business Owner

You know story is essential to connecting with your audience as a business owner. It's the secret sauce that weaves your business together and allows you to stand out in a crowded market. In fact, I bet you're already using story, riiiiight?

If you're not, that's ok! I'm breaking down 10 of The Most Common Story Mistakes that business owner's are making so YOU can avoid those suckers! And *if* you happen to be guilty of one of these offenses... don't worry! I have a solution for you as well!  

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How to Turn Your Mess into a Message Part 3: The Ripple Effect

LET'S SHARE YOUR MESSAGE

So now that you've got your story ready to go, how do you put it out into the world? Fears, insecurities and past experience have a way of creeping up and telling us "No You Can't." But if you really want to silence those voices, you have to take back control and focus on what really matters: YOUR IMPACT. Once you refocus your attention on the good that comes from your message, you'll be able to shout "YES I CAN" with confidence. 

This week I'm breaking down exactly how to Turn Your Mess into a Message in three steps. Did I mention each step comes with a handy-dandy worksheet to help you take action? Today, it's all about taking ACTION and sharing your message with the world. Let's dive right in...

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How to Turn Your Mess into a Message - Part 1

IT'S TIME TO REWRITE YOUR STORY

Tough times are an opportunity for growth. More importantly, they're an opportunity for us to impact others with our experiences.

When we're constantly faced with our friends' "Instagram Perfect Life" it can feel like we're the only one struggling. The reality is, there is usually so much more going on behind the scenes that we don't know about. 

If you feel like you're the only one going through rough times--trust me, you're not! Someone is waiting to hear YOUR dose of reality and message of hope right now. 

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How to Make Time for Public Speaking as an Entrepreneur

I can't tell you how often someone tells me, "I'm too busy to pursue speaking." Do you know what my immediate response is? "How bad do you want it?" If you want to add speaking to your growing business, it is absolutely possible for you. Will you make it happen? Well... that's completely up to you. In today's video, I'm going to give you three tips on how to Make Time Time for Public Speaking as a business owner. 

I get it, you're "busy"... the to-do list is never-ending and the unread number on your inbox number could easily be confused with this week's lotto jackpot. But before you tell me you "don't have time" to start speaking, let's take a look at what that REALLY means...

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Presentation Prep: 3 Tips on Preparing for Q&A

You landing a speaking opportunity and you're super nervous. You're not scared of speaking... Pshhh, you're already got that in the bag. You're freaking out because they told you that there will be Q & A after your presentation.

Don't worry, I have a trick (or 3) up my sleeve to help you rock your Q&A session!

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Dealing with Jealousy in Business

THE [JEALOUSY] STRUGGLE IS REAL. 

Are you finding yourself discouraged by the success of your peers rather than motivated by it? Do you use the phrase #CollaborationOverCompetition but you're really #ComparingAndJudging behind the scenes.

Jealous is normal... but that beast is crippling your success. 
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3 Things You Must Do Before You Write Your Presentation
Your audience may not see what happens behind the scenes to prepare, but they will surely notice if you don’t.

Proper preparation is essential to a successful presentation and it will:

  • Ensure that you are sharing content that is relevant to your audience.
  • Ease your nerves and help you feel confident in your content.
  • Streamline the speech writing process and save you valuable time.
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