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Dear Danielle: How Do I Handle Requests Outside My Expertise?
Dear Danielle: Hi! I often get asked by clients how to put together a “media kit” to get the word out for their events and what-not. While I am good at some marketing things, this stumps me with the...
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Dear Danielle: Should I Offer Inbox Management for Clients?
Dear Danielle: Do you recommend doing inbox management as a service offering for clients? It sort of feels a bit too ‘personal assistant’ to me. I did it for a past client and I didn’t enjoy it, but...
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Not Having Any Luck in this Business? Here’s What Could Be Going On
Last week I told you about asking colleagues on my mailing list why they are in this business. I received a wonderful outpouring of responses, and I’m still working on responding personally to every...
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Dear Danielle: I Have a Bunch of Questions
Dear Danielle: Thank you so much for all of your offerings through the Success Store! Getting my company planned and put together has been much easier thanks to you than it might have been. I just...
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Is There Room for LIFE in Your Business?
Came across this article about how Sweden shortened their workday to six hours. Hear, hear! Germany is similar, with basically a 7-hour workday. All of Europe really has a much more humanistic...
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Dear Danielle: Should I Choose a Name Looking to the Future of My Business or...
Dear Danielle: I’m just starting out in this adventure and I’m having trouble choosing a business name. I’ve read your blog on Administrative Consultant and I’m intrigued, BUT I’m just starting out...
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Wearing a Stethoscope Doesn’t Make You a Doctor
So I see this question come across my Google Alerts: “I have a client who wants to get more calls with potential clients and she wants me to create a plan for this. Any ideas?” I find these kind of...
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Why Being a “One-Stop Shop” Is BS
I think the idea that very commonly travels around our circles that we should be “one-stop” shops is dangerous. Dangerous in that it sets you up for failure and mediocrity. Dangerous because it’s...
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Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should
Just because you can do everything doesn’t mean it’s a good idea. People who are new in business don’t tend to understand this at first. They are too eager and excited to get those first paying...
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How I Helped One of My Clients Love Her Business and Clients Again and Make...
Recently, a colleague shared an excellent article about saying no to unnecessary meetings and respecting our own time more overall. (You can read the full article here.) I definitely share the...
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