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…
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Managing Through A Period Of Business Disruption
by Tom Fournier
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Motivational Steps Live Stream
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
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…
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Motivational Steps Podcast
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
I have been sharing my Motivational Moments Podcast for many years, it's a great way to reach my target market, help people and of course for others to enjoy my podcast. If…
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Motivational Steps
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
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…
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Sbcn Trivia Tuesdays
by Dave Ockwell-Jenner
With the COVID-19 global pandemic having a large impact upon small business, the Small Business Community Network (SBCN) is finding new ways to keep our community engaged and…
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Exploring Instagram
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
Here's a quick look at my Instagram page from today...... The item in the bottom middle is a native video I just posted, which is quickly becoming one of my most popular posts. A…
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What Small Businesses Can Learn From Djs
by Dave Ockwell-Jenner
Don’t worry, I haven’t lost my mind... rather I’m challenging yours to think about where you draw ideas and inspiration from in your business.By way of some background, in…
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What Does A Garden Hose Have To Do With Sales?
by Tom Fournier
At the February, 2020 Monthly SBCN Networking Event, the notion of motivation came up several times.It reminded me of a sales analogy that I used when I was in the…
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Elements Of Your Brand
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
I escaped 3 low paying jobs after divorce, financial challenges and health challenges. I had been struggling to pay the bills and take care of my 4 children. When we…
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How To Gracefully Exit A Conversation
by Janet Benedict
You are at a networking event or business conference and you are in a conversation with someone you just met and feeling trapped. You do not want to be rude, but you want to…
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Social Selling Through Linkedin
by Tom Fournier
By Tom Fournier, Sales Strategist Writing on Business to Business SellingHave you been considering a social selling initiative?Why should this be a consideration?…
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The Small Business Show
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
Becoming a Motivational SpeakerI began my life as a business owner by becoming a motivational speaker. Having no business or corporate background I was a complete newbie. The year…