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Archive for April 2008

April 23rd, 2008

What 80s Band Heart Has to Do With Personal Branding

When we were in college, my roommate and I were trying to figure out our "theme songs." (Don’t ask me why — it was college.) I was at a total loss, but she had it all figured out. "That’s easy," she said. "Mine’s ‘Barracuda.’" And man, it totally fit her. I’m not sure the lyrics […]

By Kristen King -- 16 comments

April 23rd, 2008

Today’s Soap Box: What’s Your Business Pet Peeve?

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What really get’s you all up in the collar? People who don’t return emails? How about when someone cuts you off while you’re in the middle of a sentence? What about “non-team” players who want all of the credit?
Brown-nosers?
Yes Men?
What about managers who don’t give clear directions or bosses […]

By Bridget Wright -- 7 comments

April 23rd, 2008

Curves Franchise For Women - - Who Would Buy THAT?

I have had quite a fun time reading Sean’s post’s over at FranchisePick.com. The one that I’ve spent most of my Sunday evening perusing is his overview of the Curves Franchise.

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While on my journey to find health and get in shape, Curves crossed my mind as one of the possible places to pump […]

By Bridget Wright -- 32 comments

April 22nd, 2008

Why I Love Homestead for My Business Website

I’ve noticed that Homestead ads are now running on this here blog, and I wanted to just throw out my two cents about this fine company. I’ve been using Homestead for my freelance writing business website since 2004, and they are hands down the best and easiest website solution I’ve found. They are not, however, […]

By Kristen King -- 1 comment

April 22nd, 2008

It’s Small Business Week!

So what better time than to brainstorm about small business ideas? Here are some resources around the b5media Business Channel to get you started:

Small Business Boomers - Folks of all ages can start small businesses!
Startup Spark - Nothing like a spark to set your small business dreams on fire…
The Golden Pencil - How about a […]

By Kristen King -- 1 comment

April 21st, 2008

My Guest Post At SlackerManager.Com

Phil and David were so kind as to let me guest post an article for them over at Slacker Manager. Both of these guys are wonderful bloggers and I had a lot of fun contributing to the blog. If you get a chance, head on over there and take a read.
And a great big […]

By Bridget Wright -- 2 comments

April 21st, 2008

Lose Weight…Win Jeans

Now this is my kind of business woman! In an effort to promote her new site (which I am promptly doing here today), Bertie is holding a contest to give away $75 towards a new pair of jeans. Details? Go here.
Since I am on this weight loss/health kick these days, this is so a motivator! […]

By Bridget Wright -- 1 comment

April 21st, 2008

Business Marketing Monday: Today, Market YOUR Business

Good morning readers!
Every Monday I feature a Business Marketing Monday idea where I give an overview of an idea or tip to use to market your business. Today, I’m going to shake things up a bit, make it interesting. I want you to give me YOUR main marketing idea that you have used to market […]

By Bridget Wright -- 12 comments

April 21st, 2008

Up Close and Personal: A Video Tour of Kristen’s Home Office

Today, I’m guest posting at Home Biz Notes with a video tour of my home office and a discussion of what’s working and what’s not. Check it out! And please, don’t laugh TOO much at my totally dorky narration. I wouldn’t want you to hurt yourself. :)
Tags: women in business, women and business, business advice […]

By Kristen King -- 0 comments

April 20th, 2008

What I want to be…

This entry was chosen as one of the best for the Business Channel “Take Your Sons and Daughters To Work Day” contest.
Your comments will count as votes - the most commented post between now and April 30 wins! The commenter wins and the blogger wins. So comment away!
What do you want […]

By admin -- 29 comments

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