You are at a party or some sort of social gathering and sure enough you find yourself in a boring conversation. Part of you wants to scream and get the h*ll out of there, but that’s really not an option. Yes, you are stuck but maybe you can start seeing it as a challenge. …
You act like you aren’t angry when you absolutely are. This is a problem. I’m sure you agree. As a professional counselor I’ve witnessed clients denying their anger for over 40 years. Several years ago it became my mission to help people understand the power of anger and why it needs to be embraced. Anger …
You say “I’m not angry!” when you are. Wonder why? Read More »
Have I lost my mind focusing on how someone looks? It might seem so, but I promise that’s not the case. When it comes to attracting something you want like a new job, new friend, new clients it helps to like the way you look. In fact it can help a lot! Confidence is King! …
Sharing a personal struggle takes courage and commitment. It’s scary to expose weaknesses and express something that puts you at risk for being judged. A success or progress story can provide hope and inspiration, especially for those dealing with a similar struggle. Knowing the benefits for yourself and others may motivate you to do it …
This personal story is a bit raw and took some courage to post it. It’s meant to be educational and inspirational. I had a serious disorder and couldn’t have recovered without professional help. It’s part of why I became a professional counselor and coach. I became anorexic around 14 years old. My story started at overnight camp. …
A Personal Story “Trapped In A Self-Imposed Prison” Read More »
Looking for a new friend? Feeling a bit frustrated? More people are struggling to make a friend. Isolation and loneliness are on the rise. The world has changed! In my personal and work life the topic of friendships comes up often. Having friends is important for your health and happiness! Making friends can be …
Why It’s Hard To Make Friends, plus suggestions! Read More »
You settle, I settle, We all settle. It happens. Why do you settle for less? How do you stop doing it? You know that settling backfires and yet you do it. The way to stop doing it is to get comfortable saying No! Say no to what you know isn’t right for you. Listen to your …
“I’m not outgoing. I hate parties. I can’t stand chit chat.” I hear this quite often. It’s one of the “But Margo…” statements in my book. Many people think you can’t be good at networking unless you are an extrovert. This is absolutely not true. What they want me to know is they won’t …
Introverts Aren’t Good At Networking. Not True. Check out Chapter 7! Read More »
Your Golden Network is your Love Club! Learn how to build a “golden” network in chapter five of my book “The Love Club: a new approach to business networking” “Smart” Networking is about building and nurturing relationships only with your “golden” network. I call these your “7-10’s.” How to Fast Track building A “Golden” Network Initially I …
Get paid based on The VALUE you deliver. HOW do you know what it is? WHY when you know is it still hard to raise your rates? The answers are in chapter four! “The Love Club: A New Approach to Business Networking” My main messages are… It’s very common to Under charge for your services …
Stop Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places! I’ve spent years convincing clients that they have to have a niche. Don’t fish for a trout in the ocean when you have access to a trout pond. At some point I get intense and demand that you have a niche. Yes… I’m a Niche Witch! …
Next Chapter: “Consider a Niche” and Why I’m a Niche Witch! Read More »
The Right Relationships make up your Love Club! Chapter two in “The Love Club: A New Approach to Business Networking” is about building business relationships with the right people. They are your most satisfying and productive relationships. I call them 7-10’s! On a 1-10 scale, 10 is Ideal! This chapter covers Ideal Profiles including Client, Referral Source and Referral …