I have someone who helped me on my team but since my vision is going in another direction. I am rethinking my involvement in a women's club which I support and pay dues. I am not sure it is best avenue to attract readership/fans to my website. I was hoping to draw like minded women to this club so they could provide some quality feedback, and suggestions. Since the website is not up and running and I did once announce it and got no feedback. I wonder how much time, money, and energy I want to spend on this.
I got in trouble by feeling 'sorry' for this person and I started paying for her meals, parking, and other incidentals for being in this club. But now I am resenting it because one..I see how she spends her money eating out and she makes no effort to try to creatively conserse money when she is unemployed. Now, she has the expectations that I have to pay for her involvement. I did ask her to be an assistant organizer and at the beginning I did state I would pay. But she wants to grow this club and do more activities which translates into money...she is forgetting the main overall purpose of why I created it in the first place. I don't have alot of money to spend right now doing activities which takes me from my real focus of creating, producing, and launching my website.
I am now angry I made a poor decision. I realized what good intentions I had in the beginning is not so good now. I was denied a business loan so the money is now coming from my saving.
I am really really angry. This has taught me a valuable lesson on who you bring aboard, and if they see your vision. If you have someone who wants to dominate or run the other direction with no focus then it chaos on the business owner.
My heart is breaking right now since I caused this infliction upon myself. But I see also that she is taking me for granted and have no reality check to understand what a burden this is now creating on me both emotional and financial.
Goodness....
Friday, October 1, 2010
Friday, September 24, 2010
Good News!!!!!!!!!! Yeeeee Haaaww!!!!!!
My friend Andrew suggested "Public access Television" to help produce my show. Guess what? It's 5 blocks from my house. What a blessing!!!I love God! It is not far from my house. I feel so energized. I just need to keep rolling and believing that God will take care of all details. Andrew was so great... he helped me rethink my mission statement. I was so eager to sell my self short but he reminded me of my core values/mission statement and to build my new ideal around this ideal. I am so grateful for people to come into my life.
I realized too that I need to be a better friend. I need to more of an active participant in other people's live. I have been somewhat secluded for awhile. I hope God will break that spell.
I realized too that I need to be a better friend. I need to more of an active participant in other people's live. I have been somewhat secluded for awhile. I hope God will break that spell.
Giving up is too easy....
Yesterday, I was so fruastrated with my vision statement. I had to take it back and revise, and rethink it. I wanted my business to get off the ground by now. It has been 1 year since conception and I was still stuck in start up activities. It was was hard to swallow that this is where I was. Back at the beginning . I had this great idea of having a online dating show. But the cost of producing it will be alot. I am dreaming of the "mansion on the hill" but I am present living in the 'shack' which is my current operating budget and must confirm/live within my dream. I believe it has the power to take off and do well.
God always humbles me to no end. It is fraustrating since I feel I have no one to talk to. However, I did find the business counselor very helpful. This blog is my only avenue to really vent. I feel no one understands me.
Well enough of the pity party. It is too easy to give up. I am not a quitter...bottom line. If I have to rethink my vision to succeed then I will do the hard work to do so.
God always humbles me to no end. It is fraustrating since I feel I have no one to talk to. However, I did find the business counselor very helpful. This blog is my only avenue to really vent. I feel no one understands me.
Well enough of the pity party. It is too easy to give up. I am not a quitter...bottom line. If I have to rethink my vision to succeed then I will do the hard work to do so.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Apps for Iphone
List of apps for iphone:
-zosh-free-fill and sign documents-no need for fax machine and can sign documents rihgt on your iphone.
-ideo method cards-free
-instapaper-book mark web brower to read offline for later.
rosie 41-
-business card reader-5.99-uses your iphone to add to your contacts.
-trip journal-0.99-document your trip journal
-sportsbook-free; gambler
-packing pro-$2.99; makes packing easier.
-weightbot-#1.99; weight and calculates BMI.
-get running-$1.99
-gymfu-0.99; cheaper than Wil Fit
-moodagent-free
-autostich-$2.99; creates pandorama.
-vintage video maker-1.99
-icamcorder-$1.99 for old iphone; records 15fps
-reel moments-$1.99; shoots frames at lenghty video
-sid player pro-$1.99
-saturation-free; create inspirational tools
-buro destruct-
-mill colour-free; photos
-tiltshift-1.99-make pictures minature
-hipstamic-1.99; flash camera
-tv tunes-.99; tunes of the TV shows
-goodreader-to read adobe doc bigger
-gettheuncommon.com-design your own iphone case
-zosh-free-fill and sign documents-no need for fax machine and can sign documents rihgt on your iphone.
-ideo method cards-free
-instapaper-book mark web brower to read offline for later.
rosie 41-
-business card reader-5.99-uses your iphone to add to your contacts.
-trip journal-0.99-document your trip journal
-sportsbook-free; gambler
-packing pro-$2.99; makes packing easier.
-weightbot-#1.99; weight and calculates BMI.
-get running-$1.99
-gymfu-0.99; cheaper than Wil Fit
-moodagent-free
-autostich-$2.99; creates pandorama.
-vintage video maker-1.99
-icamcorder-$1.99 for old iphone; records 15fps
-reel moments-$1.99; shoots frames at lenghty video
-sid player pro-$1.99
-saturation-free; create inspirational tools
-buro destruct-
-mill colour-free; photos
-tiltshift-1.99-make pictures minature
-hipstamic-1.99; flash camera
-tv tunes-.99; tunes of the TV shows
-goodreader-to read adobe doc bigger
-gettheuncommon.com-design your own iphone case
Do's and Don'ts when creating your website
Top Ten Do's and Don'ts from www.myownbusiness.com
TOP TEN DO'S
-Create a Web site to compliment your business.
-Hire a professional to create your Web site.
-Use a .com Web site domain name that is descriptive of your business and easy to remember.
-Register your domain name. Keep your account information in a safe place.
-Develop a mailing list to better connect with your visitors.
-Provide updated useful content on your Web site in order to encourage visitors to return.
-Encourage customer feedback via online forms and e-mail.
-Learn how to, and continually implement, ways to improve your placements on top search engines.
-Keep your eye on your competition’s rankings and get pointers from its sites.
-Consider eBay as a means of selling your product and gaining traffic to your online store.
TOP TEN DON'TS
-Assume a Web site will assure you of competing favorably with large, established competitors.
-Turn your customers off with an unprofessional Web site.
-Incorporate unusual or unique Web design styles that are difficult to print or save.
-Make it difficult to navigate your site.
-Permit out-of-date content to remain on your site.
-Rely on graphical buttons.
-Try to create a Web site on your own unless you are a Web designer.
-Make it difficult for people to find your contact information.
-Turn off your customers with unsolicited e-mail advertising.
-Weigh your pages down with too much graphics and media.
TOP TEN DO'S
-Create a Web site to compliment your business.
-Hire a professional to create your Web site.
-Use a .com Web site domain name that is descriptive of your business and easy to remember.
-Register your domain name. Keep your account information in a safe place.
-Develop a mailing list to better connect with your visitors.
-Provide updated useful content on your Web site in order to encourage visitors to return.
-Encourage customer feedback via online forms and e-mail.
-Learn how to, and continually implement, ways to improve your placements on top search engines.
-Keep your eye on your competition’s rankings and get pointers from its sites.
-Consider eBay as a means of selling your product and gaining traffic to your online store.
TOP TEN DON'TS
-Assume a Web site will assure you of competing favorably with large, established competitors.
-Turn your customers off with an unprofessional Web site.
-Incorporate unusual or unique Web design styles that are difficult to print or save.
-Make it difficult to navigate your site.
-Permit out-of-date content to remain on your site.
-Rely on graphical buttons.
-Try to create a Web site on your own unless you are a Web designer.
-Make it difficult for people to find your contact information.
-Turn off your customers with unsolicited e-mail advertising.
-Weigh your pages down with too much graphics and media.
Common Pitfalls when opening a business
Here is excerpt from my favorite website www.yourownbusiness.com
Avoid the following when starting your own business:
-Haste
-Lack of focus; specialize, specialize, specialize
-Lack of on-the-job experience
-Inadequate research and testing; test market first
-Lack of well thought out business plan
-Lack of working capital
-Unprofessional decor, theme, logo, stationary, attire, packaging, ads, and website
-Not opening quickly to work out shortcomings
-Poor signs: signs should be big, clear, and readable-simple is good
-untrained staff
-poor relationship with vendors
-unfocused market plan
-not using the advertising media that works best for your specific business
-skimping on insurance
-ignoring possible problems
-not recoginizing your limitations
Avoid the following when starting your own business:
-Haste
-Lack of focus; specialize, specialize, specialize
-Lack of on-the-job experience
-Inadequate research and testing; test market first
-Lack of well thought out business plan
-Lack of working capital
-Unprofessional decor, theme, logo, stationary, attire, packaging, ads, and website
-Not opening quickly to work out shortcomings
-Poor signs: signs should be big, clear, and readable-simple is good
-untrained staff
-poor relationship with vendors
-unfocused market plan
-not using the advertising media that works best for your specific business
-skimping on insurance
-ignoring possible problems
-not recoginizing your limitations
10 Do's and Don't in Starting a new business
Excert from myownbusiness.com
Ten Do's:
1. Live frugal and being saving up money for starting your own business.
2. Learn your intended business by working for someone else in the same business first.
3. Consider the benefits of starting a moonlight business.
4. Consider the advantages of operating a family business.
5. Objectively measure your skills and training against potential competition.
6. Consider subcontracting to low cost suppliers if you're manufacturing a product.
7. Test market your product or service before starting or expanding.
8. Make 'for' and 'against' list describing the specific business you are considering.
9. Talk to lots of people in your intent ed business for advice.
10. Make a comparative analysis of all opportunities you are considering.
Top Ten Don'ts
1. Don't even think about leaving your job until you have completed start up plans.
2. Don't consider starting a business in a field you do not enjoy.
3. Don't risk all the family assets. Limit your liabilities to a predetermined amount.
4. Don't compete with your employer in a moonlight business.
5. Don't be in a hurry to select a business. There is no penalty for missed opportunities.
6. Don't select a business that is too high risk or hurdle. Go for the 2 foot hurdle.
7. Avoid a business in which you must have the lowest price to succeed.
8. Don't be afraid to seek out and learn the negative aspects of an intended business.
9. Don't let entrepreneurial self-confidence outweigh careful diligence.
10. Don't let the promise of a conceptual high reward deter reality testing first.
Moreover, before you start your business, being developing a database of future customers you wish to target. This list can be used for direct mail, invitations, and newsletters. Your database could include specific individuals, companies, and groups by location. Begin now to :
-Join the Chamber of Commerce
-Collect business cards
-Collect names or mailing lists from your church, school, organizations, and community groups.
-Get involved in your industry and community affairs.
Ten Do's:
1. Live frugal and being saving up money for starting your own business.
2. Learn your intended business by working for someone else in the same business first.
3. Consider the benefits of starting a moonlight business.
4. Consider the advantages of operating a family business.
5. Objectively measure your skills and training against potential competition.
6. Consider subcontracting to low cost suppliers if you're manufacturing a product.
7. Test market your product or service before starting or expanding.
8. Make 'for' and 'against' list describing the specific business you are considering.
9. Talk to lots of people in your intent ed business for advice.
10. Make a comparative analysis of all opportunities you are considering.
Top Ten Don'ts
1. Don't even think about leaving your job until you have completed start up plans.
2. Don't consider starting a business in a field you do not enjoy.
3. Don't risk all the family assets. Limit your liabilities to a predetermined amount.
4. Don't compete with your employer in a moonlight business.
5. Don't be in a hurry to select a business. There is no penalty for missed opportunities.
6. Don't select a business that is too high risk or hurdle. Go for the 2 foot hurdle.
7. Avoid a business in which you must have the lowest price to succeed.
8. Don't be afraid to seek out and learn the negative aspects of an intended business.
9. Don't let entrepreneurial self-confidence outweigh careful diligence.
10. Don't let the promise of a conceptual high reward deter reality testing first.
Moreover, before you start your business, being developing a database of future customers you wish to target. This list can be used for direct mail, invitations, and newsletters. Your database could include specific individuals, companies, and groups by location. Begin now to :
-Join the Chamber of Commerce
-Collect business cards
-Collect names or mailing lists from your church, school, organizations, and community groups.
-Get involved in your industry and community affairs.
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