I often get asked what tool, products and resources I use in my business or I would recommend for growing, automating and running a business.
So here is a list of the tools I use and recommend that will help you run your business more effectively including tools to help you to market and grow your business, automate your business, sell products online…and many more. Some of these tools are also free to use.
I will add more tools as I come across them, but if you have any suggestions that you think would be great to share with other members, please let me know. Check them out at http://businesswomenunite.net/cooltools/
You’ve all heard of networking right? Most small business women owners don’t ever use it to its full potential. One of the most common reasons is that it’s just one more thing you have to do in your busy day so it goes into the too hard basket, right!
I know I used to do this. With traditional networking, you stand in a room full of complete strangers pretending to have a good time. You go to events, either listen to a speaker, hand out business cards, grab a coffee, or wine (depending on the time of the day!!) and walk around and introduce yourself, all in the hope that you will connect with the right people.
Yes, networking can be a nightmare. It can also be a great thing if you get the right environment for you. Networking is all about building relationships and now-a-days I use both online and offline networking, but I get the greatest benefit from online social networking as I can connect with more people in less time. So what is it and how can it benefit you?
I am so excited as it is less than 2 weeks until I fly back to the UK to see my mum who I haven’t seen in 2 years. I will be spending 2 months over there – I get to have a traditional Christmas in the cold (some of you will understand what I mean).
You may be wondering how I am managing to take so much time off from my businesses especially when I don’t employ any staff (I do outsource stuff though), well the answer is simple.
Over the last 6 months I have been implementing what I call the 5 step profit system into all of my businesses (I have a few) which means that my businesses run practically on autopilot (I still have to answer emails).
This system captures my visitors coming to my website and converts them into customers, all automatically. All I have to do is drive some traffic and the rest is done for me.
I love the fact that I wake up every morning and have earned money overnight without having to do anything and it has really freed me up – now I get to go on holiday for 2 months but also next year I can spend my time doing what I love which is helping you women succeed with your businesses (more on that next month).
All I have to do before I leave is divert my emails to my laptop and away I go and my businesses continue to run without me.
I have put together a ‘The 5 Steps You MUST Follow To Have Your Business Generating Sales On Complete Autopilot Every Month’ f’ree report which should give you a better idea as to what I have implemented and how you too can have your business generating sales on complete autopilot every month. In this f’ree report, you’ll discover how making some simple changes to your business will generate you money on autopilot and leave you free to do whatever you want! Click here to access the f’ree report.
I didn’t want to waste any time letting you know about this - the new Auction site section, PBay is live on Business Women Unite.
I have had a play with it and it looks great and very easy to use. The great thing is that I have set it up so that you can sell just about anything on it not just business stuff. You can sell eBooks, products, services; personal items etc anything as long as it is legal.
With everything on Business Women Unite the more you can promote this feature the more exposure your business will get and the more sales you could make.
Now PBay is fairly easy to navigate but here are a few guidelines to get you started.
and how many new sales that could bring in for you!
It’s Alison here and I have something so exciting to share with you. But first, I want you to imagine getting those unique visitors directly to your site. Can you also imagine if they were targeted visitors? And what if…a % of those new visitors bought from you… how’s your life and your business looking now?
Well, it can actually happen to you. No matter what business you are in, if you have a website, then you need to drive traffic to it.
Let us show you how.Due to some fantastic survey results, we’ve discovered that most people are currently struggling with driving traffic to their business. You’ve tried so many strategies but none give you the long lasting results you need to make your business successful.
So if you’re doing it tough right now or just need to improve your results, don’t despair, let us guide you, step by step, through the confusing myriad of traffic driving strategies - and show you the most productive tactics to get visitors to your site - right now.
On 8th March each year the achievements of women are celebrated with thousands of events being held around the globe to celebrate International Women’s Day. These celebrations have been taking place since 1911 to mark the contribution women make.
I think it is fantastic that women are recognised for their contribution on this day but as women we need to take the time to celebrate our achievements more often throughout the year. We pack so much into our lives that sometimes we forget to stop and smell the roses.
I am fortunate enough with my businesses to be able to ‘meet’ so many fantastic and amazing business women. I get the pleasure everyday of seeing how much you all achieve and that is just awesome for me. So, just as I get to see everyday whatever stage of business or life you are at, just look at where you have come from and you will see what an amazing women you are.
So whenever you have an achievement to share or feel like you need someone else to tell you how great you are doing just visit the forums. The inspiring comments, the great feedback and the genuine concerning messages are what you will get from our amazing community of women at Business Women Unite.
I’d love to hear your thoughts so why not jump onto the Business Women Uniteand let us know.
One of the questions I get asked a lot is “how do I grow my business on a limited budget”.
Well running a business on a shoe string budget because of limited working capital and insufficient sales is the reality for many women business owners.And let’s face it; growing your business is critical for success.
Whilst high priced courses may be out of your reach there are still plenty of options available for you to gain the skills you need to grow your business.
There are numerous businesses/websites out there offering free business resources, such as mini courses, free ebooks etc on almost any subject. I suggest you do some searches on what you are looking for to find the websites that are offering these things.
Meet our Business Women Unite Guru - Jackie Mikami
1.What was the inspiration behind starting your business?
Having been in the industry for some years we decided to share big business knowledge with small (mostly female) business owners in Australia. We were keen for them to share in the big profits being enjoyed by the big players in the market. This has proved very popular. It is great to be motivated by the success of your clients. A win win situation is always ideal.
2.What aspects have helped you to get your business to where it is today?
Constant self education, training, taking up opportunities to learn along the way, networking with like minded successful business women, great clients, great suppliers and more. Building long term relationships with those we meet in our business is really important.
Being sincere in all your business motives. Truly wanting your clients to succeed. Using networking groups, online forums, learning from other business women are really what got us here today.
1.What was the inspiration behind starting your business?
After 10 years in the public relations industry, I was looking for a new challenge. I wanted to work for myself instead of working hard for other peoples businesses and not reaping the benefits myself. I also wanted to specialize in clients that interested me and that I believed in.
So in February 2006 I launched Savage Public Relations and I haven’t looked back since. Starting the business has been challenging, but very exciting and rewarding. I love the satisfaction that I get when I see my clients on television or in magazines and newspapers. It is so rewarding to help my clients achieve their business goals by building their brand awareness.
2.What aspects have helped you to get your business to where it is today?
Drive, integrity, determination and passion to do what I love! You have to love what you do to really work on your business. Starting up can mean long hours and sacrifices and there is no one to pat you on the back and say ‘well done’. But the multitude of benefits, make it all worth it.
With a global financial crisis, weak exchange rates and an economic melt down, it’s a nervous time for small businesses. As businesswomen across the world are anxiously reviewing their business finances and budgets, another group of businesswomen have discovered a new way to save money and make their businesses more efficient. Business Women Unite members are pulling together and uniting against the economic down turn, by supporting each others businesses and using their skills set and experiences to help each other out.
BusinessWomenUnite.net is a free membership based website for astute businesswomen keen to overcome the obstacles of business. Membership provides the user with a wealth of experience, knowledge sharing and access to the latest business growth tools, experts and advice. All members create their own profile page, presenting their business and showcasing their skills to other members. Members can build new relationships by creating their own groups of friends, business contacts or networking groups on their profile page. You can even link up with other members in your local area and get out of the office, for a face to face coffee and chat.
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