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2021 is the Year to Adapt

Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on

Adapt purely means to “to adjust oneself to different conditions, environment, etc.: to adapt easily to all circumstances.”  - Dictionary.com

The pandemic has impacted all businesses. Some are able to continue regardless, others are changing how they operate, and unfortunately, some businesses are no longer able to continue and have closed down.

Adapting to change is often looked at as hard work, not cost effective, and some people fear change.

The new normal has begun already and will continue to affect all businesses for at least another year.

Video on Social Media

Submitted by Dave Ockwell-Jenner on

We’ve been hearing for some time that video is “the way to go”. Content consumers are favoring video content in increasing numbers, so if you have yet to add video to your content marketing efforts, you’re missing out.

Fortunately for us, it’s never been easier to record and produce our own video content. Smartphones now give us immensely powerful tools to shoot, edit and even publish video using something many of us have close at all times. Even feature-length movies have been shot entirely on smartphones, so they are clearly capable.

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My word for 2021 is ADAPT

Submitted by Janet Benedict on

According to Darwin's Origin of Species, It is not the strongest that survives; nor the most intelligent who survives.  It the one the that is most adaptable to change.

 

The one constant thing in our lives is change. We cannot avoid it and the more we resist changes, the more difficult our life becomes.  We are surrounded by changes daily and there is no avoiding it.  There is however a healthy and realistic way to face change and that is to adapt.

What Can a Banana Tell us About Business Strategy?

Submitted by Tom Fournier on

Banana

 

 

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I had a “I was this many minutes old” moment not too long ago when I saw someone posting about bananas.  I wish I kept track of the person who posted so that I could properly credit them.

When you go to peel a banana, which end do you start with?

Amplification through Social Media

Submitted by Tom Fournier on

Are you using social media such as LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter or Facebook to try to promote your business or to elevate your personal credentials?

Perhaps you are also networking whether it is part of a networking organization or working within an industry.

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Virtual Networking For Your Success

Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on

The Small Business Community Network (SBCN) wants you to be successful every step of the way! Business networking whether it's in person or virtual is a valuable asset to build your connections, trust, visibilty, brand and revenue.

Virtual networking is here to stay, long after #Covid19 has been defreated!  When networking virtually you are inviting someone into your home. Whether you have  a dedicated home office space or work via the kitchen or bedroom, portraying a professional look and feel pays off big time.

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Managing Through A Period of Business Disruption

Submitted by Tom Fournier on

 

By Tom Fournier

 

During our recent "virtual" monthly networking session, I spoke for PowerUp on managing through this time of disruption.  From my notes, I have written this article.

 

This is a period of unprecedented disruption for all of us.

 

There is disruption in our business lives.  There is also disruption and perhaps hardship in our personal lives.

 

Motivational Steps Live Stream

Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on

 I am the President of Motivational Steps and recently I have been experimenting with live streaming my converations with various busines people.

When trying something new I am little bit nervous, and I am very lucky to have the support and help of my business partner/husband. Saying that

nothing seems to work the first time. That's OK though, don't let it put you off.

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Motivational Steps

Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on

Motivational Steps 

I came up with the idea to start my own business just months after I had been diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time. Unfortunately I had to have both my breasts removed. 

Becoming a motivational speaker was not easy, but I persevered and here I am now.

Over the years I have faced many more challenges,  and because of this I have discovered how reslient I am. 

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