Marketing is the life blood of every small business, particularly those that are creative and service based! It is vital to make marketing a real part of everyday business activities. Here are five … [Read more...] about BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: 5 No-Fail Marketing Methods for Everyday
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BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: How Not to Lose Clients!
First rule in business, get the prospect's contact information, and if they turn into a client, get a whole lot more! I am continually amazed at how many design professionals I speak with who don't … [Read more...] about BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: How Not to Lose Clients!
SOCIAL NETWORK SUCCESS TIP: Make It Personal
Since I am active on Linked In, Facebook, Ecademy, Plaxo, Twitter, and more, I often send and receive invites to connect and to follow. I base my acceptance on the invites on two things, is it a … [Read more...] about SOCIAL NETWORK SUCCESS TIP: Make It Personal
BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: Are Your Prospects Afraid of You?
I was listening to Karen Fisher of Designer Previews on the Interior Design Summit and she confirmed what I’ve always known; design prospects are often very intimidated no matter what level they are … [Read more...] about BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: Are Your Prospects Afraid of You?
BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: 5 Must-Haves for Every Designer’s Website
I speak with so many design professionals and even retailers and am continually amazed at how many don't have websites at all, or websites that work for them. I have had a website for my design … [Read more...] about BUSINESS BUILDING BLOCKS: 5 Must-Haves for Every Designer’s Website
Vicky Cristina Barcelona
"Vicky Cristina Barcelona" - Scarlett Johannsson, Javier Bardem, Penelope Cruz, Rebecca Hall, Patricia Clarkson I have to confess that I do enjoy Woody Allen and he has gotten mellower but more … [Read more...] about Vicky Cristina Barcelona
The Burgundy Room
Tucked amongst a handful of evening hot spots, this has a NY brownstone feeling in atmosphere, darkened walls, wine displays, and low light to set the mood. An extensive array of wines by the glass, … [Read more...] about The Burgundy Room
27 Dresses
"27 Dresses" - Katherine Heigl, James Marsden, Malin Akerman, Edward Burns Totally not my scenario having never even been a bridesmaid, I couldn’t imagine loving a “job” so much! (Heigl) Jane … [Read more...] about 27 Dresses
Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
"Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day" - Frances McDormand, Amy Adams, Lee Pace, Ciarán Hinds, Shirley Henderson Can you get a life and discover love, all in one day? This was kind of strange. I love … [Read more...] about Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day