We had the pleasure of interviewing Susan and Eileen from Direct Associates regarding their business wisdom around partnerships. You will see/hear some of their interview in the eGuide.
Please check out their seminar at CWE in Worcester!
Steps to Starting a Business:Business Basics
Instructor: Susan Feeney and Semina Carew from Direct Associates
www.directassociates.com
October 25th , 2006, 6-8pm
Center for Women & Enterprise
50 Elm Street, 2nd floor
Worcester, MA 01609
Tel: 508-453-9206
Fax: 508-363-2323
For those just starting out or thinking about owning a business, this workshop discusses commitment, risks and rewards, advantages and disadvantages of entrepreneurship. Also covered are trends, marketing, research, operational issues, advisors, and much more. You will leave this session with an A to Z overview, tools and tips to get started. One 2-hour class, $35, with scholarships available.
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Work and Play Don't Mix...Right?
"Mommy, how come work and play don't mix?"
The deep question came from my 4-year-old, Jessie Kate, as we drove home from our weekend in New Hampshire. She was listening to a CD of Disney Songs, including "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf". She was carefully considering the advice the 3rd little pig was imparting to his recklessly playful brothers.
My response? "Uh...."
I quickly pondered the words of this hard working little pig, builder of the brick house, the one who saved his brothers' lives from the evil clutches of the Big Bad Wolf. But, play = fun, and if you can't have fun in your work, why do it? Because it always pays off in the end? I've seen too many examples to the contrary. No, life is too damned short to not enjoy your work. You've got to live each day to the fullest! Yes! Work and play DO mix!
"Um, well, Jess... I don't agree. I think you HAVE to mix work and play. That little pig was wrong." I paused, to see if it registered with her before continuing on.
"Oh, okay Mommy. Hey! Look at the scarecrow!"
So, how do YOU mix work and play? The best examples will be showcased in our upcoming email newsletter.
The deep question came from my 4-year-old, Jessie Kate, as we drove home from our weekend in New Hampshire. She was listening to a CD of Disney Songs, including "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf". She was carefully considering the advice the 3rd little pig was imparting to his recklessly playful brothers.
My response? "Uh...."
I quickly pondered the words of this hard working little pig, builder of the brick house, the one who saved his brothers' lives from the evil clutches of the Big Bad Wolf. But, play = fun, and if you can't have fun in your work, why do it? Because it always pays off in the end? I've seen too many examples to the contrary. No, life is too damned short to not enjoy your work. You've got to live each day to the fullest! Yes! Work and play DO mix!
"Um, well, Jess... I don't agree. I think you HAVE to mix work and play. That little pig was wrong." I paused, to see if it registered with her before continuing on.
"Oh, okay Mommy. Hey! Look at the scarecrow!"
So, how do YOU mix work and play? The best examples will be showcased in our upcoming email newsletter.
Monday, October 02, 2006
Yes. No. Maybe. Turning Down Work.
Sassy Miriam writes: "I am about to turn down ANOTHER project, this one a long-time client. I want to say “yes” but I know if I do I will be thoroughly overwhelmed and unbalanced and unhappy. I will, of course, refer another writer, but it feels awful to say “no.” I can barely bring myself to type it. No. (Eewww). No. (Ack!) No. (Sigh.)
The Spock in me says this: You’re turning down this work because you have so much other work. And the work you’re doing is as satisfying (if not more so) and as lucrative as what you’re losing. And by saying “no” you’re giving another writer work that he or she may really need. And it’s time for change: I’m getting new experiences and my (former) client will get a writer with a fresh perspective.
The human in me responds: You’re crazy to pass up work. What if you’re looking for work next year but they don’t need you because they have a new writer (who you recommended)?
I hate arguing. Especially with myself.
Here’s to such a good problem to have ..."
Question of the day: Have you ever said "NO!" to client work before? Post your response below.
The Spock in me says this: You’re turning down this work because you have so much other work. And the work you’re doing is as satisfying (if not more so) and as lucrative as what you’re losing. And by saying “no” you’re giving another writer work that he or she may really need. And it’s time for change: I’m getting new experiences and my (former) client will get a writer with a fresh perspective.
The human in me responds: You’re crazy to pass up work. What if you’re looking for work next year but they don’t need you because they have a new writer (who you recommended)?
I hate arguing. Especially with myself.
Here’s to such a good problem to have ..."
Question of the day: Have you ever said "NO!" to client work before? Post your response below.
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