23Jun 2020 by Dequiana Jackson
It’s June! How Do I Set Goals for the Rest of the Year?

It’s June! How Do I Set Goals for the Rest of the Year?

Business Development
I love the New Year! The turning of the calendar brings with it new possibilities for success. You remember how excited we were last year, "2020 is the year of perfect vision!" "This is my year!" "Wait until you see what goals I crush this time." We set our business goals and hit the ground running in January and February. New products were launched, new programs were started...and then the pandemic hit...and then we witnessed the loss of multiple Black lives due to hate, violence and police brutality. It's also an election year, so talk about policies, the economy and how the nation will hopefully change for the better is all over the media. It can be overwhelming! But where does that leave us and our goals? If you’re one…
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26May 2020 by Dequiana Jackson
Is Fear Holding You Back from Pursuing Your Purpose?

Is Fear Holding You Back from Pursuing Your Purpose?

Personal Development
Consistent action leads to success, but fear is usually what holds us back. And it's not always that you're afraid to fail. In the audio lesson below, I cover five types of fear that you’ll have to push through as an entrepreneur in order to grow yourself and your business.⁣⁣⁣⁣1. Fear of failure⁣⁣2. Fear of rejection⁣⁣3. Fear of success⁣⁣4. Fear of letting go⁣⁣5. Fear of leaving others behind⁣⁣⁣⁣Your clients are out there waiting for you. There are people who need what you have to offer so they can get closer to their own goals. While you may not completely get over your fears, you can push through them, get out there and serve.⁣⁣⁣After listening to the audio lesson below, which of these fears did you identify with the most? Post…
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05May 2020 by Dequiana Jackson
Define Success on Your Own Terms

Define Success on Your Own Terms

Business Development
In this audio lesson, learn 5 pieces of conflicting business advice you'll hear about success and how they don't necessarily have to be part of your business plan. How many times have you heard that you're not successful unless you make $100,000 a year in your business or that your day is doomed if you don't wake up at the crack of dawn to be productive? Just because those tips work for someone else does not mean they have to apply to you. And that's okay. Define success on your terms, not someone else's. CHALLENGE: Examine your business goals and work behaviors. Are you doing what's best for you, your business and your life or doing what you think you're supposed to do? Is there anything you need to change?…
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14Apr 2020 by Dequiana Jackson
How to Manage Your Online Reputation

How to Manage Your Online Reputation

Business Development
Have you Googled yourself lately? With over 90% of consumers looking online to find their next business to support*, it’s crucial that your company shows up online in the best light. Negative reviews, bad hires or no web presence at all could damage your reputation and limit access to potential customers. In this article, read my top recommendations on managing your online reputation. If you own a business, having a good online reputation is important. In the age of social media, there is good news and news that could go from good to bad quickly. The good news: You're able to expand your reach and customer base exponentially. The good news that could swiftly turn bad: Information about you and your brand is going further all the time. Remember: a social…
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