My Sales Tactics™

Bad Business Networking Habits

Barb Girson — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:39:57 +0000

To continue growing your business, networking to find new clientele is paramount. However, if you use bad habits in your business networking, you will have a difficult time developing customer relationships and generate new business.

Save Time and Organize Multiple Schedules by Using Google Calendar

Barb Girson — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:42:16 +0000

By Barb Girson Google Calendar offers several benefits including: Price is Right (Free) Accessible Anywhere There is Internet – Internet-based Calendar Integrates with Your Audience / Client / Team’s online and desktop based Calendaring—such as Outlook, I-cal or Yahoo Calendars. Advantages of Google Calendar Multiple Calendar Creation – Manage trainings, direct reports and personal activities …

Managing Time: Elevate Your Gift of Time

Barb Girson — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:09:59 +0000

To succeed in your business, it is imperative to wisely choose who you will give the gift of 1-on-1 time. Your professional attention warrants individuals who will help your business grow and/or your network expand. One of the most effective ways to give the gift of time to prospective clients, team members, and customers; is …

Tip for Time Management: Changing Your Time Outlook

Barb Girson — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 13:05:06 +0000

By Barb Girson As business owners and entrepreneurs, time is the one resource that we would like to increase. Many of us focus on how many projects or tasks that needs to be completed and get caught up in the hustle of it all. Jan Choze, author of How to Train a Wild Elephant, shares …

Creating an Effective Work Week

Barb Girson — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:16:18 +0000

Routines are one of the most valuable tools you will have as a business owner. One of the great things about routines is that once they form habits, they will streamline your day, thus, causing you less frustration and anxiety. Here is an example of an Entrepreneur’s Work Week Routine: Personal Business Bookings – Monday …

Would You Like to Get Your New Year Off to a Fantastic Start?

Barb Girson — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:49:22 +0000

10 Tips to Rev Up Your Business in the New Year by Barb Girson Whether you are a business owner, entrepreneur, home-based business, or work at home mom, it is usually hard to get moving at the start of each year. The holiday break interrupts our work flow. Follow these tips to position yourself for growth …

What’s Not Working?

Barb Girson — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:10:02 +0000

Corrine writes in: Hello Barb, You asked: ”What is not working?” I had a great October in Longaberger sales; practically, nothing this month. What is up anyway? I have sent out post cards for events at my home with no responses. Is there anyway I can recover by month end? Thanks for your notes. Corinne …

S.T.A.R. Team Building (TM) Principles

Barb Girson — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 20:37:23 +0000

There are four basic functions that team leaders must focus on for effective direct sales team-building: 1. Schedule time for your team and your personal business 2. Train your team on the best practices for your business 3. Acknowledge your team sincerely 4. Recognize your team for their accomplishments. These principles are the foundation of the …

Get invited to the next free preview teleclass

Barb Girson — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 02:46:05 +0000

Attend & Learn Join my list and you will get invited to periodic free Preview Calls with Barb Girson. TOPICS include Recruiting: The Formula For Fabulous Recruits, Booking parties, How to be a Successful Team Builder, Unforgettable Follow UP (TM), How to Use Gmail and Google Calendar to Save Time Subscribe now! You will get sales articles, tips, and invites …

Plan a fabulous fall season

Barb Girson — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 02:14:42 +0000

What are you doing to prepare for your fall selling season? Topic: How to Raise Your Public Relations Quotient Questions: What have you done to heighten your Public Relations Quotient (PRQ)? What is challenging you regarding Public Relations as an entrpreneur? Do you focus on your own PR? DISCUSS!