This blog post has been authored by Engracia Sleeswijk, ESleeswijk Consultancy

A wait-and-see attitude in a time of crisis can have adverse consequences. At all times, it is essential to be aware of your qualities to weather a possible emergency. Life does what it has always done: you have peaks and valleys, and this cycle has been a fact for the last centuries. Preparation can save the day. Every family, every professional has to build their ship.

Position yourself.Betting on one horse is a dangerous method at any time, but certainly in this one. People sometimes have a philosophy that they do not want to think doom by dealing with possible scenarios of crisis. While this is a plausible method for positive people, it causes the reality to be lost of sight. Without this figurative ship, there is no protection. The effect of this situation may be that you cannot eve…

This blog post has been authored by Katarzyna Richter, Deal With Culture

I did a 7‑day digital detox retreat. Here is what happened

I learned that doing other things than scrolling the phone makes me feel much better (Less anxiety, more happiness)

I created a better connection with myself, understood my emotions

I gained clarity of mind

I strengthen my feeling of meaning and sense of direction

I gained more time

I experienced more radiance, gratitude, and self-acceptance

I experienced the restorative power of nature

I tuned into my body, noticing what signals it sends

I understood that I can create a sense of security, courage, peace, and self-worth without external resources.

How does digital detox look like?

I’ve been running my business online, therefore laptop, mobile phone, and social media channels are my everyday to…

This blog post has been authored by Aino Horsma, Daily Creative

What is personal branding?Personal branding is building a brand around yourself, developing and maintaining a reputation and an impression of you as a crucial part of your business.This is critical, because of what we already know about reputations in general: it’s essentially impacted by what other people say about you behind your back. Think of it this way: what would you want your customers to say about you when you’re not in the room?Why do you need a personal brand?For three simple reasons: you lead more, you win more, and you earn more. Your customers have to “know, like, and trust” you before they buy from you. And a strong personal brand builds credibility, authority, and trust, so you’re more likely to attract more business.Having a strong personal brand also helps you connect with your customers. When you share your story with you…

This blog post has been authored by Faith James, The Personal Branding Consultancy, LLC

Now more than ever people have been Zooming like they have never Zoomed before!

I mean honestly :-) I am doing wardrobe changes in between Zoom meetings like I'm a celebrity. But seriously if you are an employee, business owner or entrepreneur I am sure your Zooming days have been up there.

So how is your brand showing up? Are people seeing you as a pro, a subject matter expert, or are they more focused on what's hanging behind your chair or wondering who is iPhone 234455?

You are your brand always! So keep that in mind. You should treat your Zoom sessions the same way you would if you had to show up to an in-person meeting. It's just common sense.

Here are 3 tips to help you level up your brand image on Zoom.

Zoom Pro Tip #1 - You are your brand. You are not your iPhone or Android phone number.…

This blog post has been authored by Diana Olynick, Alkimia Success

Looking back, I can see how the life itself aligns everything in a perfect way. A couple of years ago I knew I needed a way to find more meaning to my life and although I didn’t know how, I trusted I would find the way. Then the way showed up by itself. Or at least that’s how I understand it.

The minimalist philosophy came to stay and not just as a lifestyle but also in business.

What’s minimalism? My personal definition is that minimalism is to maximize what matters by minimizing what is not essential for YOU. So it’s not just about getting rid of something as to it is knowing first what truly fulfill us. Then by nature, we tend to be away from what doesn’t.

I realized during this journey, that the same principles of minimalism were very similar to my experience and studies in lean & strategic practices in Engineering. Wow! It was…

This blog post has been authored by Shana Dewitt, Shana Dewitt

At the start of my business selling used to terrify me. I was great at pitching my idea or service because I had a ton of practice doing that in my job as an Art Director. When it came time to sell my offer, I really had a hard time. I finally realized I had to figure out what was blocking me, because if you want to grow a business, you have to learn how to sell. There really isn’t a way around it. What I have found in working with entrepreneurs and through my own journey, is that often, we just need to reframe what we think selling really is. These 5 common myths hold many entrepreneurs back from loving sales and growing their business and this could be keeping you broke too.

Myth #1 – Nobody wants to pay for the thing you are selling.

This is the most common excuse I hear from clients who are terrified to sell, because it’s easy to build up eviden…

This blog post has been authored by Vanessa Zamy, Your Vision's Catalyst, LLC

I was there three years ago. Have you noticed that lately, those hopes and dreams you've had years ago are creeping to the forefront of your mind?

Is your life where you want it to be? Are there hopes and dreams you have been sitting on for a while, perhaps days, months, years? Fantastic! You are reading the right article at the right time.

The great news is that I am not there now, and you don’t have to be either. There were three most important factors that allowed to build my profit-producing, purpose-driven business, all while still completing my full-time 9-5 job duties and writing my bestselling book. With these same three factors, you can accomplish your goals and move forward into your fullest potential.

Three top factors you need to “Embrace Your Now”:

1) Openness to change. Some may call this a solution-o…

This blog post has been authored by Leah JM Dean, Conduit International Ltd

Today’s blog is about discovering why we need to think about our tribes right NOW! I hope you will feel my passion and share in the urgency. Our tribes really do matter.

Why is this idea of tribe important?The more I have read, researched, and written, the more I have learned about why now, more than at any other time in our history, we need to talk about our tribes. For me, it comes down to three simple, but powerful words - I call them the three R’s.

RelationshipsRejectionRelianceLet me explain…

Relationships are importantWe need relationships to THRIVE, they are not optional. It’s 2020 and it’s almost as if the lenses on our glasses have been strengthened. Suddenly, we can see in a whole new way - the divides, isolation, and loneliness that are attacking the world in epic proportions. Research shows that our relationships i…

This blog post has been authored by Kate Herford, Kate Herford Coaching

If you’re anything like me, at one time or another you’ve questioned your sanity.

The kids have you wanting to pull your hair out because you’ve asked them to do something for the 100th time. You feel unappreciated with everything you do for the family. You’re working so many hours in your business but not making money.

Whatever it might be, you feel that you are out on a limb and questioning why you bother.

The problem is, if you are doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result, that’s what they call insanity.

Take a moment now and ask yourself, what is it you need to do differently?

What can you change to reduce overwhelm, anxiety, stress or frustration in your life?

Personal Growth!

You see if you are not learning, you are not growing. If you’re not growing, then yo…

This blog post has been authored by Tresanne Bonnick, TastyIslandCrate

I can imagine how many people had plans this summer. I know a few people who wanted to visit America for the first time. I personally wanted to go to a new country to experience something different. Cruises were cancelled. Many flights were cancelled. Now we have a flight ban on where Americans can travel to and rightfully so; the cases here are still increasing. Now… what do we do in this case? We have to get creative. How can we still “travel” but stay at home while doing so?

1. Watch Travel Movies!There are plenty of great travel movies that can give you a glimpse into different cultures!

Vicki Cristina Barcelona takes you to Spain.

Lost in Translation take you to Japan.

Under The Tuscan Sun takes you to Italy.

Amelie takes you to Paris.

The Grand Budapest Hotel takes you to Germany.

Bend …