I got a little (or big) secret to share with you…
January 14, 2010 by Christiane
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People who you think are doing so well may be barely squeaking by (or even on the verge of a complete business collapse).
They may look like they have it all. Their social media presence is great, they have a fabulous looking website or blog, they spend all this time talking in their newsletter about all the wonderful things they’re doing.
But, when you look past the façade, what you’ll see is a business built on smoke and mirrors. There’s nothing solid or real about it. It’s what she calls an “imaginary” business.
(Perhaps you have one of these too. More on that in a moment.)
The worst part about this is no one is talking about it. No one. In fact, it’s become the last of the taboo subjects.
And if that wasn’t enough, this taboo subject has the potential of crippling your business and your life too. (Yes, this has the potential of spilling into your personal and family life, and destroying it as well.)
But, this is all about to change. You see, Alexis (and I in the background) are on a mission to pull back the curtain and shine the light on these dark, hidden corners of entrepreneurship. In fact she is SO committed to this mission she has put together an entire manifesto about it.
And please, do your friends, associates, clients and more a favor and tell them about it and have them go download their own copy. This is life-changing information. And my mission is to share it with every single entrepreneur out there so you too know what it really takes to create your meaningful AND profitable business.
How to Create Instant Business Momentum (a survey)
June 4, 2009 by Christiane
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Here is a way for you to get involved and reserve priority “seating” in our of our new courses starting Sept 10th.
As many of you know by now, I am becoming one of 40 “Product Launch Formula Consultants” under the mentorship of Jeff Walker, the guru of product launches. For further casestudies of “ordinary people” creating 6-figure online launches (in areas of dressage, organic gardening, boardgames etc.) go to http://productlaunchformula.com/blog/
Even though I will offer an exclusive “done for you” service (managing large Joint Venture launches) starting in Fall, I realized that I also want to continue offering Coaching and Implementation courses.
So, here are the courses as I am designing them right now. I would love for you to let me know which (if any are of interest to you):
1. Coaching course “Finding your Voice, Creating your Magnetic Brand” (a course that has been very popular). Length: 60 days, participants: 12
2. Implementation Lab “Creating your Irresistible Core Product” ( a new service that seems to be of much demand but I would like to hear from you on how imporant it would be for you to have access to a step-by-step course that takes you from idea to complete core curriculum and product of your brand). Length: 90 days, participants: 12
3. Implementation Lab “Launching With Impact” (a new course that will give a small, pre-selected group for those who have developed their brand and their product to catapult their business out of obscurity with a powerful online launch of their core product as an instant strategy to position themselves and their business as leaders in their industry). Length: 60 days, participants: 6
In addition, I am creating homestudy courses of the first two courses.
If you have a minute, would you let me know what speaks to you most by leaving a . Any response from you will be archived and you will receive a 20% discount on any course offered in Fall.
Thanks so much for your time,
Christiane
What Does It Mean to Be A Conscious Entrepreneur?
April 10, 2009 by Christiane
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My friends,
over the last two weeks I had over 20 conversations with people about consciousness. I asked every single one of them what it meant to them to be a conscious entrepreneur.
The answers were so varied that I felt shocked. I realized that consciousness is such a broad term, open to interpretations and world views.
Here are some definitions I got:
- I am aware of my inner gifts and I want to bring them out to the fullest
- I feel guided by God and don’t have the need to be in total control at all times anymore
- I work more in harmony with the world, aware of the consequences of my actions
- I work from my soul first, then align my actions with my soul’s desire
Now, this is what I consider a conscious entrepreneur:
Somebody who is committed to aligning their every action with their end goal of contributing to the world.
All of the above show a desire for all of us to combine logic with heart, spirit with commerce, feminine energies with masculine, profit with contribution, basically we are moving towards integration.
Now to you. I’ll set up a little incentive for you to participate:
Anybody who contributes an insightful comment to this discussion, gets a whole 30 minutes with me, 1:1 coaching on subjects of mindset, branding, leveraged business models or marketing.
Also, the winner (as determined by Lydia) will be featured on our blog, Facebook and Twitter and this community in the beginning of May.
Deal?
So, go for it, let’s get a discussion going, shall we?
What does it mean for you to be a conscious entrepreneur?
What Defines Success For You?
March 8, 2009 by Christiane
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A few minutes ago I was reading comments on a discussion group blog. The question was:
“What defines success to you? Do you experience any physical ’symptoms’ of success?” I thought you might like to read my thoughts.
“Nina, thanks so much for starting this discussion. For me, success is the privilege of being allowed to live through my deepest held values. To live with integrity, service, courage, truth, love and also excellence is what success is all about for me.
More I work on “taming” my ego…
…letting go of outcome for the sake of doing the right thing, more I feel successful. Not for myself but for the betterment of the planet. I am because we are!
As I work with purpose-driven women entrepreneurs…
…all over the world who too want to stay true to their values but feel frightened by the economic hardships of this “crisis of trust”, I find my fulfillment and holding a strong arm out for them. Making products and services available at costs THEY can afford even if that means a bit less for me and my partner.
May you and all the readers find their definition of success and in my heart I hope that it will include the good of world.”
So, I have a little bit more space here to expand.
It was such an interesting question because I had been pondering it for some time now myself.
How can I combine success for myself…
…with my deep wish for the well-being of others on this planet? Can I or do I have to sacrifice my well-being for the well-being of others?
In the end, I believe it’s about our intentions more than anything. I am still blogging on my business blog, I am still attending network meetings, I am still charging for my services…but I do it with all my intent on service, checking in with myself over and over to make sure that I have the best of YOU on my mind.
Only then can I be authentic and true to my values.
Leaving fear about my personal profit behind, having faith that when done right I will have built relationships for life. Believing from the bottom of my heart that my “security” doesn’t sit in a bank account (as proven very clearly lately) but with those who I love, cherish and care for.
This is a hard concept for such a recovering “individualist” and yet brings warmth and peace to my heart,
Love to all of you
Christiane
