Tag Archives: business building

Creating Your Ideal Business Plan

Broadview Coaching

I don’t know about you, but it feels like the older I get, the more quickly time seems to pass. It seems like it was just last week that I was picking blueberries in my backyard. Usually it’s berry-picking season when I recommend my clients start marinating on what they want to do next year in their business. Particularly major initiatives like program launches, live events, or booking speaking engagements that require more planning. In reality however, many coaches, start … Read more…

There Is A Gift In Everything

Broadview Coaching

I just recently saw the national tour of “If/Then” in San Francisco, starring the amazing Idina Menzel. This tony award winning musical tells the story of one women and what her life would be like if she took one route in her life vs. another. It was deeply moving, (I wish I had thought to bring Kleenex!). It also poignantly pointed out that no path we choose is perfect. Part of being human is experiencing the contrast of life’s ups … Read more…

How to Ask for Referrals to Get New Prospects This Week

Broadview Coaching

For most of us, the biggest source of clients is referrals – either from current/past clients or from other professionals that work with your ideal clients. However, most of us either do not ask for referrals, or don’t ask for referrals in a powerful way. Learning how to ask for referrals in a powerful way can make a huge difference in your business pipeline. When it comes to getting introductions to qualified prospects, the method I have seen the most … Read more…

Is Your Business A Sailboat or Speedboat?

Broadview Coaching

As the late and great Stephen Covey would say, it is key to “Start with the End in Mind” if you want to build a prosperous, joyous business.  If you don’t know the outcome you want to create, you will meander on your journey, making decisions based on the opportunities that present themselves.  This can lead to some good things and even some great things, but ultimately you are allowing the journey to lead you versus the other way around.  … Read more…

Is Your Clutter Cluttering You?

Broadview Coaching

Whenever I notice a theme among my clients, I know it’s a sign that it’s time to write a blog post about it!  Do you ever feel like your mind is cluttered and that it keeps you stuck from moving forward? What I’ve been noticing is how easily our mind can get cluttered when we have too much “stuff” in our lives.  And when our minds get cluttered, our energy wanes, and our businesses tend to suffer for it and … Read more…