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Tips from a Self-Published Author

  • November 19, 2018May 12, 2021
  • by kim

One of the pleasures of networking is hearing top tips from other businesses. I recently had the pleasure of hearing Romella Jones talk on the subject of self-publishing. Romella has been practising as a holistic therapist for 10 years, her business is Create Family Calm which supports frazzled mums and their children.

We heard that Romella loves writing and has written several books which started out as simple word documents that she circulated to friends. However, with her business head on, Romella knew that publishing books would establish her as an authority in a niche area.

Content in the form of blogs, newsletters and videos, books are an important part of any sales funnel and allows you to showcase your products and services. These giveaways can be free, or at a low cost, and will act as leverage for your business and allow people to engage with you without too much financial commitment.  NB: You’ll find hyperlinks to all the key sites in the text

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Applying the art of Hygge to Self Employment

  • July 13, 2017May 12, 2021
  • by kim

I was given a lovely book for Christmas on Hygge (pronounced Hue Guh, to rhyme with sugar) – the Danish Art of Happiness, and it got me thinking….  How can the art of Hygge be applied to the self employed, particularly Solopreneurs?

Is there an opportunity to bring that cosy, peaceful, effortless, everyday happiness and well being to your home office? I think there is, so I have come up with some ways you can find magic in the ordinary.

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How to use Twitter for Business

  • June 28, 2017May 12, 2021
  • by kim

Many people tell me they feel that Twitter is overwhelming and yes, at times, I agree! Leave Twitter for a few hours and you’ve got 500 Tweets to scroll through – and I don’t even follow that many people….

Twitter is one of the most dynamic social media platforms but there are ways that you can take control and make it work for you.

Top 10 Twitter Tips

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Sponsorship – showcasing your business

  • July 23, 2016May 12, 2021
  • by kim

If you are involved in any sort of charity, voluntary work or put on events you will know all about trying to get sponsorship to boost those all-important funds. Identifying likely partners, putting your case and holding your breath as you balance opportunities against deadlines.

But it’s not just for large corporates. As a small business have you thought about sponsoring an event or a worthwhile cause yourself?

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Reciprocal Marketing – What’s not to Love?

  • April 4, 2016May 12, 2021
  • by kim

Reciprocal Marketing is not just another clever marketing trick it’s a proven fact in social psychology. It’s an automatic reaction to repay that favour by responding to positive or kind actions by others with a positive or kind action yourself.

It can work in business as well as in your personal life and it’s probably something you are already doing. You can start encouraging a positive response in others and create brand loyalty for your business just by being open, friendly and welcoming in your networking.

With the increasing use of content marketing and social media it is now much easier to use the Rules of Reciprocity to your benefit.

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