Time to Spring Clean!
February 25, 2010
Hello Dear Friends!
We are days away from spring.
Can you believe it? How is your year going? Are you reaching your goals, resolutions, and dreams? Have you been getting those projects done?
Or… Do you need a friend to help you troubleshoot, problem- solve, organize, and get out of your rut? Could it be time to Spring Clean and get some real help so you can make this year really count? Is it time to get a plan that will help you set and reach your goals…get things done…make those resolutions a reality…and live your dream? I can help!
I am so excited to announce our next coaching program which begins next Monday afternoon. This program is just perfect for wherever you are…
–> With an idea and absolutely nothing ready to have a business?
–> No idea where to begin?
–> Got everything ready to go, but just cannot find time to get it done?
–> Struggling with getting your family on board (Or at least busy so you can snag time to work)?
–> Been working, but just not getting response on the internet and have NO idea why?
Yep! If any of this is YOU, then this program is JUST FOR YOU. Instead of me writing any more, let me take you to the site so you can learn more about this coaching program. You will LOVE it! Learn more here….
>>>> http://www.Writers-Nook.com/SpringClean.html
See ya there!
With much love,
Cindy
http://www.Writers-Nook.com
Time to Spring Clean Your Business!
Join us! This is the year to go for your dreams!
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Practicing Christian Principles in Your Business by Laurie Neumann
February 1, 2010
Practicing Christian Principles in Your Business
by Laurie Neumann
http://www.ChristianHomeBusinessConnection.com
Practicing good Christian business principles is essential to having a business that honors God. As a Christian business owner, don’t you want God to be pleased with how you do business? After all, your business is a gift from God, and it is only right that you run it in a way that gives Him honor.
As you look around today at businesses, especially those on the internet, I think you will find many that do not adhere to Christian business principles. They may not even know what they are. You will see businesses that make false claims or are run in way that is totally self-serving. Not to mention all the scams that take people’s money and promise them things that they cannot follow through with. It’s very sad.
However, we have a chance to be different and to stand out from the rest in our business dealings. Don’t ever think that your business is separate from the rest of your life and doesn’t need to follow Christian principles. This is not so.
We need to be honest and fair when we are dealing with others in our business, whether it be customers or employees. We should treat them with kindness and respect and go the extra mile to help them. Offering excellent customer service is a basic Christian business practice that you should consider. Don’t be surprised if you see your business take off as a result.
Other business principles that we, as Christians, should be exhibiting are looking out for others’ needs, even at the expense of making a sale. If we cannot give a customer what they really need, we should be happy to recommend another product or solution. “Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” Philippians 2:4
Giving is another area where we can please God with our business. God wants us to share and help each other when there is a need. Giving part of the income from your business is one way you can be obedient and help others in the process. However, don’t let people take advantage of you. Some people believe that, as Christians, we should give everything away and not make money on it. I do not believe this is Biblical.
Adopting good Christian business principles will not only honor God, but will also bless your business.
Want more insight into Christian business ethics?
Laurie has created a 34-page eBook that gives Scriptures and insight into running your business in a way that honors and pleases God. You can pick it up at http://www.christianhomebusinessconnection.com/christian-business-ethics.html at a discount until Feb. 3 – only $9.95! Don’t miss it!
What about Christian Business Ethics? by Laurie Neumann
January 29, 2010
What about Christian Business Ethics?
by Laurie Neumann
http://www.ChristianHomeBusinessConnection.com
What are Christian business ethics? In simple terms, it means running your business in a way that is upright and based on Christian principles.
Today, there are many dishonest dealings done by businesses. They may have prices that are way too high, less than quality products, or make claims made that are simply not true. I shudder at the scam business opportunities that prey on people who are desperate for a better way. This is not the way to please people or God.
Christian business ethics must include honesty, fairness and treating others with kindness and respect. I believe these are the basics, but if we really want to run our businesses on Biblical principles, we should go beyond the basics. What about outstanding customer service and turning the other cheek when someone is nasty to us?
Running our businesses based on Christian standards doesn’t mean letting people walk all over us. Read more
Think Positive Live Positive
September 17, 2009
Positive thinking may sound like mumbo-jumbo to some people, but other people firmly believe in it. Positive thinking is the act of staying optimistic, even when faced with difficulties or challenges.
Staying positive, even in the face of adversity, can help you conquer challenges. When you think positively, you are envisioning your success. Failure will not be an option; you will move past the obstacles in your way. When a person thinks positively, they will attract positive people and positive outcomes in their life.
When you find yourself facing a roadblock, try to find a way around it. It can be easy to give up. Giving up will not bring you any closer to accomplishing your goals. In fact, giving up can make you feel even worse and cause more stress.
Finding a way to forge ahead and reach your goal or accomplish your task will help you grow as a person. You will feel more confident and able to take on new, more difficult challenges. Read more
Getting Started (or RE-STARTED) Blogging!
August 9, 2009
Blogging. Ready to begin your own blog, but totally overwhelmed? Not sure where to begin or even what to do? Have no idea of how to get started (or restarted) on the right track? Well, dear friend, this article is FOR YOU! Let me take you by the hand and share some ideas that have worked for me…
1. Get a vision. First things first. Who are you? What are YOU all about? What is YOUR message? When others come to you, what do they ask you? Take some time to really think this one out. Your blog will only be a success when you find YOUR voice. Pull apart and get a vision. Keep your blog simple, clear, uncluttered, and focused. Stick to who you are. Don’t change up every day. Don’t add in content that does not go along with your message. Get a vision for what you are to be all about and be ONLY that.
2. Set it up right. Don’t take short-cuts. If you want to build a successful business, invest in your “home on the web.” This is not an area to skimp by or put off. Read more
Steps toward Effective Time Management
July 26, 2009
Does it always seem like you are under the gun to get things done? Time seems to get away from you and you don’t know why. Maybe what you need is a way to effectively manage your time.
Time management is an age-old problem. Remember Wimpy in the old Popeye cartoons? He’d pay on Tuesday for a hamburger today. Why not pay now? Procrastination is the enemy of all who try to manage their time. If you have been bitten by the procrastination bug, it’s time to take an antidote.
Time management issues can be dealt with in three stages: planning, tracking and assessing. Just like with other issues in life, the best way to handle them is head on, before the problem gets to be too big for us to even want to look at it.
1. Planning – Those who fail to plan, plan to fail. We’ve all heard it and it’s true for the most part. You have to have somewhere to start or you’ll spend half of your day deciding what to do. Planning begins with the end – deadlines. Know how much time you have for each task you have to accomplish. Within that timeline, you can break down the larger goal into more manageable pieces. Read more
Five Tips to Beat Procrastination
March 19, 2009
Why do it today if you can do it tomorrow? Thinking like that is the beginning of the end when it comes to getting anything done — work or home chores. The key to being more productive at work is to stop procrastinating before it gets a foothold in your thinking process.
Why do you procrastinate? There are several reasons and some might surprise you. Fear of failure is one reason. No one wants to be make mistakes but they are a part of life and they do happen to everyone.
Fear of success is also a reason why you might procrastinate. Here is the rationale: If you succeed you will be expected to do so all the time. The pressure alone can stop your work. Read more
Phones, Phones, Phones – Essentials or Distractions???
February 19, 2009
No matter what type of online business you are in, or how you communicate, you will find there are a number of reasons that you will need to use a telephone. You may need to soothe clients who need to hear a real human voice or you might need to find a way to communicate with your colleagues that is more immediate than that of a simple e-mail or chat session. The problem is, however, that phone use, whether it is through a landline or through a cell phone, can cause you plenty of problems, especially if you let it get out of control.
For many of us, nothing is more simple or instinctive than calling someone up to chat. While we may want to keep it professional, there is a good chance that we will spend a lot longer on the phone than we thought we would, and before we know it, the day has sped by and our efficiency is shot. The work we intended (our intentions are always good in the beginning aren’t they?) to get done is being put off until later. Have you ever experienced this? This may be a sign that you need to think about your phone use and how it is affecting the bottom line in your business. Read more
Secrets to Productivity: WRITE IT DOWN!
January 13, 2009
What do you want for this year? Think for a moment with me… Next year, this time, what do you want to see different in your life? What would you like to see finished? What would you like to see accomplished this year?
Dear friend, this year is the year of fullness. I have committed to make this year a year of commitment, accomplishment, and productivity. Want to make this year the very best ever too? Let’s find some keys to productivity. Let’s dig in and get moving strong. Ready? Well, today let’s look at one of my biggest keys to productivity…
Take time to write EVERYTHING down!
Talk about a key to productivity! If there were one thing that I really believe makes the difference in my own productivity, it is this one discipline. I know, I know what you may be thinking… Read more
Secrets to Help You Stay Focused in 2009 by Cindy Rushton
January 6, 2009
Anybody else battle with distractions and interruptions? Do you want to stick to the things that are on your heart, yet realistically battle with staying focused?
Oh! I TOTALLY relate! In fact, the past few months, my heart-cry has been to stay focused. Everywhere I have turned, I have heard messages on staying focused…saw articles on being focused…and talked with my friends about being focused. As a result, I have found a few great secrets that have really helped me to stay focused on the most important things in my life and get more done at the same time. Want to know those secrets? Well, let’s dig in…
BEGIN EACH DAY WITH A QUIET TIME…
I know what you just thought…”BUT! Cindy, that gets me off track for the day!” Read more
