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September 2010 Blog Posts (162)

Facebook Marketing for Coaches: Profile Page Vs Fan Page

Here is a question I recently got on my Facebook Page:

Hi LaShanda, hope you are well. Love your video's and Ebooks! I have 2 questions I would like to ask you. #1) For business, such as a position of coaching or leadership would…

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Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 9:30pm — No Comments

Reminder: SistaSense Is Giving Away $97 Marketing Course for Women Entrepreneurs Online (share this post)

I recently received a heartfelt email from one sista who expressed a deep desire to get into my sistasense circle, but unfortunately couldn’t afford to sign up at this time. It was because of her that I decided to launch a new giveaway on sistasense. You should enter now to receive instant access to the 1st SistaSense Circle audio replays; over 5 hours of me showing… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 8:30pm — No Comments

How to Find a Business Mentor

Since women think like women and men think like men you may be better off finding a female mentor. Women also encounter a different set of problems in the work force than men do. For example, a female mentor may be better able to tell you how to crack a male-dominated industry or how to deal with gender discrimination issues.There are many women-helping-women organizations that have mentor programs but if you already know a professional who might serve as a good mentor approach the subject…

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Added by PB31 Woman on September 30, 2010 at 8:00pm — No Comments

Contributing Writers, Product Reviewers, and Giveaway Sponsor Needed

Hello fellow fashionistas! I want to apologize to all of you for the lack of post and communication over the past month. Life became very hectic for me and my family and caused me to have to take a step back from My Glam Squad. The good thing about this “vacation” is I was able to come up with some great ideas for the relaunch of My Glam Squad!!

That’s right, My GLAM Squad will be getting a new name, a new look, new writers, and new amazing giveaways!

But none of this is… Continue

Added by Chineze "Mahogany" Butler on September 30, 2010 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment

Is social networking working for you? (share this post)

Quick question - conversation moment:

Do you think Social Networking is working for you ... as far as helping you promote your business online? If so, how? If not, why?

Answers here:
http://mybbwo.com/forum/topics/is-social-networking-working

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Four Biggest Mistakes Made on Social Networks (share this post)

Social networks are fabulous business building tools, IF you know how to use them. However, if you are not careful, all of your time and energy may be wasted if you commit the following social networking faux pas:

1. Not creating a good profile. Be 100% clear about who you are AND what you do.

2. Failing to brand You, Inc. Social networking is "social". The point is for people to get to know you first and foremost. You know the adage- "People buy from those they know and… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 6:00pm — No Comments

This Weekend - ATL Entrepreneurs: Pitch Your Business for a Chance at $10,000 in Startup Financing (share this post)

I just got a message from my pals over at TheCashFlow:

Atlanta Entrepreneurs, The CashFlow is going to be in Atlanta this weekend--Saturday 10/2 at Clark Atlanta for Homecoming 2010. On sunday 10/3 from noon to 3 they are… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Video: 9 Things Women Entrepreneurs Online Should Know About Building a Successful Business (share this post)

Remember a few weeks ago when I posted the question, "What would you ask me if we were on the phone right now?" Well, one of the questions I received from my Facebook circle was, "Do you still have a mentor or person you admire in your industry?" Truth be told I have… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 5:30pm — 1 Comment

Do you Follow LaShanda? What Topics do you want to see on SistaSense.com? (share this post)

Most of the time I am all, "Hey this is what you should be doing with your business" or "Hey, look at this marketing guide I created for you" BUT everybody has to do something a little different every now and again.

This past week I tried a few new things:

1.… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 5:30pm — No Comments

SEO Keywords: Start With a Good List

When I first sat down to write the list of keywords I wanted to optimize my website for, it took me about 30 minutes to come up with a whopping three phrases. One of them was "information technology" and I can't remember the other two, but they were just as silly. Why silly? Because they were too general and broad and I had no chance of ranking high for those words. Our search engine optimization campaigns should…

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Added by Lavada Thompson on September 30, 2010 at 4:00pm — No Comments

Prepping for Holiday Profit: Marketing Tips for Women Entrepreneurs (share this post)

As the Holiday Season comes closer, I decided to start this discussion on Holiday Sales and how we as women entrepreneurs can improve our sales and marketing strategies in the next coming months. Questions I'd like us all to answer:

* What marketing strategies are you implementing in your business for the holidays?

* What strategies are you implementing now to improve your sales?

Continue Reading and Comment Here…

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Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 4:00pm — No Comments

SistaSense Giveaway: $97 Marketing Course for Women Entrepreneurs (share this post)

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 4:00pm — 2 Comments

Incorporation or LLC? How do I get Started? (share this post)

Small Business Question from Cheryl:
If anyone knows of websites to look into for an incorporation or llc, please post.

Answers Here
http://mybbwo.com/forum/topics/incorporation-1

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 3:30pm — No Comments

5 ways to beat burnout and stay motivated

Featured BBWO Business Post by Jamie

Even if you love what you do, you might experience burnout and feel un-motivated at times (trust me, I do). Here are five ways to fight burnout or stop it from happening it in the first place:

1. Accomplish in increments. It's easy to get burned out by the everyday grind when you're just concentrating on a big goal someday. Article author, Jeffrey Tang, likens it to driving toward a mountain in the distance: You can drive for hours, but… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 3:30pm — No Comments

118 ways to promote yout business (share this post)

Featured BBWO Small Business Post by Lesa Kent

#1. Take a small zip close baggie (snack sizes work well) and include

the following in it:

Your Business Card, Business Oppty Mini Flyer, a Piece of Candy such

as hard candy or a lollipop, mini flyer of current host specials,

discount coupon (optional) etc.

Hand these out to the bank tellers, retail cashiers, at your kids

sport events, every where you go!

#2. When I stay at hotels… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 2:30pm — No Comments

Event: Extreme Makeover for the Woman' Soul Spa Soiree, Summit & Benefit (share this post)

Featured BBWO Business Event: Extreme Makeover for the Woman' Soul Spa Soiree, Summit & Benefit

A 2-Day women's empowerment event featuring a spa soiree kick-off to soothe the soul and a luncheon featuring expertise for career advancement, health and personal development. A portion of the proceeds with benefit Fibromyalgia.

Click here for more details:… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 2:30pm — No Comments

4 Free Ad spaces on Black Work At Home Moms Blog (share this post)

Featured BBWO Business Post by Cleo:

Hey ladies, I'm giving away 4 free ad spaces on my blog for the first Four (4) black work at home moms who need exposure. The banner must be 125X125 and you MUST be a BLACK WORK AT HOME MOM. send me an email with a link to your business URL and tell me more about you. My email address is mscleo@bwahm.com. We will be launching this website at the end of OCTOBER.

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Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 1:00pm — No Comments

Free to Be Me Weekend (share this post)

Featured BBWO Black Business Event

If you want to learn how to live out loud and own your greatness without the need for others approval, then the Free to Be Me Weekend is for you. Join internationally-known relationship coach Christine Pembleton and a host of speakers for this transformational 2-day workshop held at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort. More complete information and registration, visit… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 12:31pm — No Comments

How should I promote my website (share this post)

BBWO Online Business Question posted by Margene

How do I get people to buy from my website? My business is just OK, but I want it to be great. What is the secret????.

Answers here:
http://mybbwo.com/forum/topics/how-should-i-promote-my

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 12:30pm — No Comments

A Great Marketing Lesson I learned From LaShanda

Featured BBWO Business Post by Tani

First let me say I have been a member of BBWO for awhile now. Though I

don't write that often, I read every chance I get. Not only LaShanda,

but also all you wonderful women entrepreneurs give me lots of great

business information and education.

I signed up to receive email from BBWO / SistaSense when LaShanda did

her 100 tips video series (fabulous). This meant I was getting an email

from LaShanda about once per… Continue

Added by LaShanda Henry on September 30, 2010 at 12:30pm — No Comments