Goal Setting & Achievement Podcast: Business|productivity

[[:encoded, "When working with business professionals, I find that they sometimes need to have a good idea of where they are at against their goals so they know if they are on track or off track. If they are off track, they have to figure out ways to fill the gap so they achieve their goals. In an effort to help them stay focused on what they need to do to ensure they are in the highest probability position to achieve their goals – or even exceed them – I created the Business Opportunity Planner Worksheet. This spreadsheet can easily be modified to fit your industry and how you track opportunities so you can be in a higher probability position to be on track to achieving your goals in the timeframe you desire.\n\nTo download my complimentary business opportunity planner worksheet, go to \nhttp://www.accountabilitycoach.com/business-opportunity-planner-worksheet/\n\nGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/Achieve.Your.Goals.Free.Gifts.Now// and get 3 FREE gifts including a special report on 10 Power Tip

[[:encoded, "Creating your personal brand will allow you to unearth high revenue opportunities and other professional/social advantages. Fortunately, building a personal brand is easier than ever thanks to all of the valuable resources available. Just follow certain keys to creating a personal brand and you’ll set yourself up for success. \n\nThere are many tips for creating your business brand available, but these 4 ideas for creating your personal brand will help you build a strong web presence and following. The internet is full of opportunity; you don’t necessarily have to be an expert in order to build a strong personal brand online. Any business owner has the ability to create a huge internet following with an internet connection, a personable presence, and a commitment to success. \n\nIf you get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave us a short review.\n\nAim for what you want each and every day! \nAnne Bachrach\nThe Accountability Coach™\nThe Results Accelerator™ \nanne(at

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 4 Tips for Choosing the Right Virtual Assistant.\n\nChoosing the right virtual assistant isn’t always an easy task. It’s easy to get caught in the confusion of choosing the right provider when the sheer volume of available VA’s can be overwhelming. These 4 Tips for Choosing the Right Virtual Assistant will guide you in the right direction when making your final decision. Remember, you shouldn’t base your decision solely on price, education or even an impressive client roster. Base your final decision on the individual you believe is best qualified to complete the job to your specifications without breaking the bank. \n\nImportant aspects of choosing the right virtual assistant:\n1.\tFamiliarize yourself with hiring venues\n2.\tBe clear out the details\n3.\tSet a realistic budget\n4.\tCheck references and testimonials \n\nIf you get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review.\n\nAim for what you want each and every day! \n

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about the 4 Essentials of a Successful Business Plan.\n\nDoes your business plan have holes? Do you even have a business plan? When was the last time you looked at it (last January when you created it)? Many aspects of a business plan are overlooked and that can lead to professional disaster. Before you can build a successful business, you must first learn how to create a solid business plan. Not surprisingly, writing a business plan can be a tedious process. You may be tempted to jump in head first, but it2019s important to pinpoint these basic questions before you move forward. Given the adequate preparation and attention a successful business plan needs, your worthwhile investment will build your business on a solid foundation. Below are four essentials of successful business planning. \n\n1. Defined Purpose \n\n2. Detailed Marketing Strategy \n\n3. Differentiation \n\n4. Be Prepared for Change\n \nThe bottom line is that you need to learn how to create

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 4 Ways to Increase the Productivity of your Business.\n \nEvery business owner is on the lookout for effective ways to increase productivity for their team. The reality is that business owners and employees are ineffective and unproductive probably more often than they think. The key is to reduce lost hours and wasted manpower. Here are some ways you can take an active approach to increasing the efficiency and productivity of your business.\n \nProductivity Tip #1: Lead by example. If you are a business owner, you must absolutely be held to the highest standard. If you work directly with an assistant or team of employees, you should always lead by example. \n \nIf you2019re a habitual procrastinator or have trouble focusing on productivity, you would serve yourself and your business well by hiring an accountability coach. An accountability coach will show you several effective ways to increase productivity in your business - and hold you accountable for

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. \n\nIf you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. \n\nGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. \n\nExample: Let2019s say freedom is

[[:encoded, "If your business cannot run without you - you2019re headed for trouble. A business that cannot operate without the presence of its owner isn2019t being managed in the most efficient manner. In addition, a business that is solely dependent upon you cannot grow. Fortunately, learning to leveraging your business will allow you to grow your business and streamline overall efficiency. We will discuss 3 Steps to Leveraging your Business for Easy Growth.\n\nIf you2019re not sure about what to create, start asking your clients. What do they need? What are the biggest obstacles? Where do they find they drop the ball? When you know what your clients need, you can provide it - and they will buy it!\n\nMy hope for our time together is that you got value and an idea or two that will help you be even more successful 2013 personally and professionally. Go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/Achieve.Your.Goals.Free.Gifts.Now// and get 3 FREE gifts including a special report on 10 Power Tips for G

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 3 Tips for Building a Team that Builds Success.\n\nIf you want to learn how to build a team that builds success, you will want to take a look at the big picture. Take any successful entrepreneur, and behind him or her, you will find a well-suited team of supportive, knowledgeable, and energetic members all dedicated to increasing the success of the business.\n\nTip #1 for building a team that builds success. If you2019re trying to understand how to build a team that builds success, you should first pinpoint the mission of the business. Only when you have a clear understanding, as a leader, of the mission of the business, can you build the right team. When you can clearly identify and emotionally connect with the mission, you are able to identify the right people who are best-suited to support the success of the business.\n\nDepending on the mission statement of the business, you may need to focus on building a team of creatives, analytics, intellectuals,

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 3 Tips for Building a Team that Builds Success.\nIf you want to learn how to build a team that builds success, you will want to take a look at the big picture. Take any successful entrepreneur, and behind him or her, you will find a well-suited team of supportive, knowledgeable, and energetic members all dedicated to increasing the success of the business.\n\nAs a business owner, it is important to be observant of the strengths and weaknesses of your team. This is why it2019s vital to keep a running strength and weakness list for you and your team. Revisit the list at least once per quarter and update it as needed. Consistently refine processes and procedures that employ the strengths of you and your team, while minimizing the weaknesses. The more consistent you are in this endeavor the more efficient and effective your business will grow.\n\nGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/Achieve.Your.Goals.Free.Gifts.Now// and get 3 FREE gifts including a spe

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 3 Tough Situations and How to Deal with Them and the Benefits of Telling the Truth.\n\nThe importance of telling the truth in business is paramount. Clients pay for your products or services because they are looking for significant and necessary results in their lives, not to waste their money on empty promises. In business, it2019s important to keep in mind that clients are depending on you, and that starts with telling the truth in business. \n\nYou may be in business to make money, but your clients buy to get results your products and services provide. Listen in on three tough situations you2019re likely to encounter in business and how to best deal with them. \n\nI cannot stress the importance of telling the truth in business enough. The benefits of telling the truth will earn the loyalty of clients and garner the respect of colleagues. When you tell the truth and conduct your business ethically, you won2019t live in fear or guilt; nor will you have

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about The Art of Delegation for Business Owners. Delegation for business owners is a must-do for success! When you can hand over your administrative tasks and projects off to an able assistant or employee, you can focus on more important tasks that only you can do to grow your business and increase revenue. The art of delegation is an essential part of establishing a growing business. \n\nDelegation allows you to eliminate the low-priority tasks so you can free up time to focus on the high-payoff producing tasks. Clearly, this can allow you to focus on increasing your revenue, and it can also free up time to center your energy towards expanding your business. When your business continues to grow, eventually reaching another plateau, you may find it necessary to hire more assistants or outsource more tasks. \n\nImplementing the art of delegation to your current business model can lead to an increase in business and an immense decrease in stress for you. Deleg

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about Why Hire an Accountability Coach?\n\nMany entrepreneurs have a difficult time managing their time efficiently, unknowingly sabotaging their own success. They often spend months, even years, struggling to discern between the low-priority and high-impact tasks, and where their efforts drive the biggest results. Unfortunately, this type of unawareness can lead to a failed business. How do you prevent self-sabotage of your business? Hire an accountability coach! Let’s talk about four reasons you should hire an accountability coach:\n\nAn Accountability Coach can help create direction.\nAn Accountability Coach can help eliminate procrastination.\nAn Accountability Coach can help you break free of limited beliefs.\nAn Accountability Coach can help you achieve success! \n\nLeverage resources and people to help you put yourself in the highest probability position to achieve your goals. \n\nGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/Achieve.Your.Goals.Free.Gifts.

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 4 Tips for Building Self Esteem for Business Success.\n\nIf you’ve struggled with self-esteem throughout your life, it may be a bit challenging to start creating confidence now in your business, but I assure you, even you can build self-esteem and succeed in your endeavors! Let’s talk about 4 Tips for Building Self Esteem for Business Success.\n\nYou can improve self-esteem in business by maintaining a professional appearance, working on the way you present yourself and gaining experience. Chances are, you may feel a little nervous each time you make a sales pitch or meet a potential client in person for the first time. The important thing to remember is not to let the nervousness stop you. Just for the moment, forget about the sale and focus on your talent. When you can remember that you can do it, and probably do it well, the anxiety of “making the sale” will not even be in your mind. \n\nWith time and experience, your confidence and self-esteem will

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about Is your Business Really Focused on Client Satisfaction? Is your Business Really Client-Centered?\n\nThere are many factors that go into building a successful business. However, one of the most important, yet one of the most ignored, is focusing on creating client satisfaction. Create a client-centered business and you’ll ensure that your business gets only rave reviews, while setting it up for success. \n\nAre your clients’ interests at the core of your business? If not, your business will remain at a standstill for years to come. Many business owners have the perception that they run a client-centered business, but in reality, they have gotten into a bad habit of putting their own personal interests in front of their clients’. Yes, it is true that you should have a personal interest and passion for your business, but your interest is not what drives sales. Meeting your clients’ needs and delivering stellar client service is what drives sales and gener

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about How to Get Things Done with a Master Task List.\n\nFocusing on many responsibilities is a vital part of successfully running your business successfully. But how do you know which tasks need to be completed immediately and which tasks can wait? You have so many things you need to do that it can be very overwhelming. If you focus on the less important tasks, while the most important go unnoticed or forgotten about, you could be sabotaging your overall success. Fortunately, you can get a grip on your essential tasks by learning how to get things done with a master task list. We will discuss some valuable insight on how to use a master task list to increase your success. \n\nWhat is a Master Task List?\nHow do you use a Master Task List \n\nUnderstanding how to use a master task list can only be done by truly understanding why you need to create one. A master task list has one purpose: to help you complete the key tasks vital to running your business at its

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about Think Big and Grow Your Business.\n\nContrary to common belief, most successful entrepreneurs aren’t born into money or possess above average IQ’s. Most of them are self-made and many of them do not even have college degrees. It doesn’t take genius to become successful; it only takes the proper mindset, desire, and commitment. \n\nHow do you gain the proper mindset? By learning to think outside of the box.\n\nIf you quit tending to your business, would it run on its own? The likely (and logical) answer is no. \n\nIf your business cannot run without you - you’ve got to start thinking outside the box! One of the quickest ways to grow your business is to gain leverage. You do that by creating a business that does not solely rely on you. \n\nFrankly, building passive income isn’t as difficult as many people make it out to be. It comes down to being able to think outside the box and expand your mindset to accommodate a successful reality. The goal is to

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about the Top 4 Reasons to Brand your Business.\n\nBusiness branding is an imperative part of creating and growing a successful business. Understanding how to brand your business effectively is just as important as providing top quality client service or pricing your products and services appropriately. Listen in for the Top 4 Reasons to Brand Your Business. \n\nLearning how to brand your business is the key to building a successful business that rides the momentum wave. When you successfully brand your business, you will realize substantial rewards such as “buzz worthy” public attention that will most likely lead to increased exposure, business growth, and a raving fan base. It is easier to partner with companies who are familiar with your brand and reputation. \n\nGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/landing/ and get 3 FREE gifts including a special report on 10 Power Tips for Getting Focused, Organized, and Achieving Your Goals Now. Join the Silver Inn

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about Are you an Effective Leader?\n\nUnderstandably, most businesses are focused on nurturing the relationships with their clients, but running a successful business is also dependent on effective management and leadership skills. If your employees aren’t functioning to the best of their abilities, your business won’t be either. So, ask yourself, are you an effective team leader? \n\nDo you lead by example?\n\nAre you compassionate and patient, yet firm? \n\nAre you an approachable leader? \n\nDo your actions build team loyalty? \n\nBeing an effective leader takes time and lots of personal development. Honestly, some people will never be effective leaders because it doesn’t suit their personality. However, as an entrepreneur and business owner, it is vital that you become the best leader you can be so your business, and your team, can grow personally and professionally. Ultimately, how far you want to take your success depends on you. When you commit to ev

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 4 Tips for Understanding How Fitness Impacts your Business.\n\nBusiness owners tend to become all-consumed in their business, allowing their physical fitness fall to the bottom of their priority list. While a common occurrence, this habit may sabotage the success of your business - and your health. Being an entrepreneur takes lots of energy, more than many other careers, and being healthy and physically fit is vital to maintaining the valuable source of energy you need to keep up with your business. \n\nIf you’re not fit, neither is your business!\nDo you understand how fitness impacts your business? If you’re not fit, neither is your business. \n\nAs an entrepreneur, you’re always on the go. This likely means you don’t have the chance to sit down and enjoy a proper meal as much as you’d like. While refueling on empty calories may seem necessary and harmless, feasting on the wrong foods can actually cause your already low energy to plummet. \n\nLet’s

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about 5 Benefits for Taking Action to Increase Success.\n\nNew business owners are especially prone to delay taking action in their business, because the unknown outcome can be pretty intimidating. However, even seasoned entrepreneurs will put off taking action, simply due to the fact they lack the free time to juggle another endeavor. \n\nSo what to do when you know that taking action would benefit your business, but you can’t seem to implement much needed change? Ask yourself these questions:\n\n1.\tDo I want to increase my income (grow my business)?\n2.\tDo I want to grow my client base?\n3.\tDo I want to create more free time?\n\nIf you answered yes to at least one of those questions, then taking action now is the best thing you can do for you – and your business. Just for a moment, let’s go back to the reason(s) you became an entrepreneur? Although there may be many reasons, they are all probably related to the following benefits:\n\n•\tMore free time\n•\