I enjoy finding tips for Biz Divas and came across this blog from a fellow Utah woman Heather Carson and LOVED her suggestion of creating a vision board for your brand. I love the vision board process and have done several, yet this expanded my mind to what I could do for my business. How awesome. Thank you to Heather Carson. Check out her blog.
If you are starting a new business or want to re-focus an existing one, try creating a brand vision board. Different from a personal vision board that portrays your personal goals, a brand vision board includes clippings and images about your customer- who they are, where they shop, what kinds of things they do for work and play, what they buy and wear…
Creating such a board, and hanging it somewhere to view often, will help connect you with your intended market. It’s easy to forget sometimes and start adding the unimportant or irrelevant to your business. A brand board will help keep you focused as to who you are serving and why.
The image above is from Flickr. Do a search for vision boards to get some ideas of how others have put them together. Just remember that it is your customer you are collecting for and not yourself.
From http://readmemo.blogspot.com/
If you are starting a new business or want to re-focus an existing one, try creating a brand vision board. Different from a personal vision board that portrays your personal goals, a brand vision board includes clippings and images about your customer- who they are, where they shop, what kinds of things they do for work and play, what they buy and wear…
Creating such a board, and hanging it somewhere to view often, will help connect you with your intended market. It’s easy to forget sometimes and start adding the unimportant or irrelevant to your business. A brand board will help keep you focused as to who you are serving and why.
The image above is from Flickr. Do a search for vision boards to get some ideas of how others have put them together. Just remember that it is your customer you are collecting for and not yourself.
Ah…the month of Cupid and his golden arrows that bestow love on his beloved targets. I propose a twist on this tradition…what about bestowing our own arrows of love on ourselves? I invite you to join me, starting right now, to absolutely adore, love, and fall in love with ourselves every day! What would be different in our lives and in the WORLD if we looked at ourselves like we looked at the people we adore? Loving and adoring ourselves is truly the path to loving and adoring others. And that my divas, is how we change the world. Whoohoo for love! A bigger whoohoo for SELF-LOVE!
February is also the month of the Biz Divas ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY. It seems just like yesterday, that a handful of us met to connect with other women in a down-to-earth and supportive environment to learn, teach, empower each other, and network. Twelve months later, the group has grown considerably and will be gracing other cities in the country in 2009. You absolutely want to be with us in February as we celebrate our anniversary with raffle prizes (including massages, jewelry, Biz Divas t-shirts, spa/salon services and much more). Additionally, you will be empowered by our featured presenter, Carol Pope, Laws of Attraction Coach and President of CEO Space Utah. No need to worry about your “New Years Resolutions,” it’s about creating every day and Carol will present tips to create success in your business.
February Inspiration: Manifesting Tips from a Pro
Carol Pope, President of CEO Space Utah, Laws of Attraction Coach, and CEO of several other businesses, will be sharing her experience of how she shifted from being a single mom making $7.50 per hour at a bookstore, to recording her first vocal CD, being a CEO of multiple companies and being a manifesting coach where she has inspired hundreds to realize their dreams and live the life of bliss they desire. Carol is a Diva of music performance and cooperative business while she empowers many to manifest their goals. In February she will guide the Biz Divas on how to create and manifest excellence in 2009.
February Bonus: One of the benefits that our annual members enjoy, is they can lead bonus sessions and focus groups prior to our regular monthly meeting. This month, be a part of another Diva’s vision by participating in two short focus groups. In return for your feedback and input, you will receive FREE products and services from the Divas. Here are the details:
–Kellie Forbes, of Zephyr Expressions, is getting ready to produce her inspirational Bali silver pendants. You can assist her with product improvements and more by participating in her 25-minute focus group. When the product is released, you will receive a FREE Zephyr Expressions pendant (a $59.99 retail value) for your time.
–Debbie Straley, a life coach and certified Reiki practitioner, is taking her coaching and Reiki business to the next level and would like your insight on naming her company. So bring your creative thoughts and support this Diva with this foundational step of building her business. For your time, you will receive a FREE 1-hour Reiki session (valued at $60).
The best bonus of all is you give back to women in our Diva community! What you give, you receive ten-fold. Space is limited for these focus groups to only eight people so please reserve your seat by emailing Angela at angela@utbizdivas.com. Thanks in advance for your contribution.
Anniversary Celebration:
At our February party, every Diva will get a raffle ticket to win one of many prizes including:
-One-hour Reiki session by Debbie Straley
-Original art by Lauri Cox at Happy Artisans
-Biz Divas t-shirts from Wendy Bensen at Koala Tees
-$50 gift certificate by Intention Jewelry
-Biz Divas jewelry set (over $150 value)
-Body work session (combo of cranial sacral, Reiki, massage, intuitive healing) by Teresa Tally
-Salon services, coupons and product by Images Hair Studio and Day Spa
-Delicious, healthy pancake mixes by Ooh La Bella by Teresa Talley
-Travel certificate by GlobeHopper Getaways
-$50 off an annual Biz Divas membership
-$25 off a 6-month Biz Divas membership
-$10 off a 3-month Biz Divas membership
And MORE!
With Love and To Your Fabulous Success, Angela
We started off 2009 strong with incredible information on networking etiquette by presenter Jacque Riehl (left in photo), owner of Riehl Events and Eventions. I have received rave reviews on her presentation and I’m excited to continue the momentum with other phenomenal presenters that are scheduled. Download her tips at www.utbizdivas.com. Hold onto your skirts ladies, because this is the year to rise above the recession and embrace success like we deserve. I can’t wait to see you this month!
Here is a summary:
-First impressions are everything – when walking into a room, always look up, never look down. Have good posture and give a good, firm handshake.
-Business Card Etiquette – Only take business cards from people you really intend on following up with. Keep your business cards in a professional business card case – it looks great and tells people that you value your business. Discard any business cards that are creased, written on, or have spills or stains.
-Find a business card at Shapiro (in local malls-Fashion Place Mall in Murray, UT and online), Things Remembered and Franklin Covey. Pricing starts at $14.99 and go up to $40. Surprisingly, in my search for an awesome business card case, they can be hard to come by (unless you look online). Things Remembered has several choices that you can have custom engraved, which can be fun. Consider engraving a positive affirmation on the inside cover to remind yourself of your brilliance and abundance. Franklin Covey has a limted selection, however they are classic and seemed durable. The biggest variety I found was at Shapiro in the Fashion Place Mall. They had over 10 styles and prices seemed to average around $30. If you want a huge selection and to find a bargain, of course simply do a Google search for “business card case.” I found dozens of options starting at around $10.
-Other tips included how to politely excuse yourself from a “never-ending conversation,” as well as, how to make the most of networking.
-If you have ever had trouble remembering names, Jacque led us through a great exercise of once you meet someone, say something like “Nice to meet you, (person’s name).” Another person, who remembers things visually, told us that she imagined a label of the person’s name across their forehead. That way you can see the letters while saying their name. Great advice!
-Phone Etiquette – keep your incoming voice mail message to 10 seconds or less. Keep your voice mail message professional with no background noise.
Download the complete handout here.
The holiday season is upon us and there are many opportunities to give back to our communities. The Biz Divas has chosen the a family of four because of their inspiration and strength to support their father with his courageous fight against cancer. Medical bills are totaling high numbers and this family deserve to know they are supported – it’s their turn to receive. Learn more about the family here: http://troyturnerfightingthegoodfight.blogspot.com.
Daughter (9 yrs old)
Bring any items, unwrapped, or cash donations to the Biz Divas party on December 12. Or to arrange a dropoff or pickup contact Jennifer Jessop at 801-230-0731 or Jennifer@JenniferJessop.com.
December Topic: When we experienced the power of turning off our “brains” and thinking with our hearts we got in touch with the power of affirmations and positive thinking. In December we are taking this one step further and really looking at what goals we desire to manifest in our lives and working together to REALIZE and LIVE our dreams every day.
Wendy Bensen, business owner, author and mother of two has considerably changed her life in the past two years. The shift that occurred in Wendy created many things, including weight loss of over 60 pounds and writing her book “The Boss of Myself.” Get inspired by her story and take your goals to the next level at the December Biz Divas.
Jennifer Jessop will join Wendy for a presentation about taking your health and wellness to the next level. Why wait for a New Years Resolution? Start now at the Biz Divas party this month and get support in not only making your goals, but reaching your goals. It CAN be that easy!
Plus, I can’t wait to share some exciting things with you for 2009!
So get ready to feel supported and experience the first steps of accepting your goals into your life. Why wait another day? You know it’s time and Biz Divas is here to support you.
December Location and Time:
Friday, December 12
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Location: Divas Cupcakes and Coffee – 3300 South 1560 East
We will be in the “Dome” greenhouse on the west side. There is additional parking in a parking lot just west of Divas and Cupcakes.
What to bring: Business cards, your marketing collateral, and a notebook and pen. If you have a sample of a product from your business, please bring it.
Cost: $20 and dinner is included – this is NOT a potluck event
