Motivation from Giving

Have you ever been down and you had the opportunity to do a simple good deed or act of kindness for someone. How did that simple act make you feel? I have no doubt it gave you the boost you needed and put you up there feeling like you were on top of the world.Giving always brings joy and it can also be a great source of motivation. Just like, with the example above I am sure when you felt elated it also gave you the motivation to do more. Giving to a charity or helping someone in need are simple

Kindness and Compassion is the Key to Empathy

Here at WA we often read a post or pick up on vibes within comments that members are struggling with difficult times and challenges.I was talking to a friend of mine who I admire as she lives her life by showing empathy to others, and goes out of her way to always be a strong pillar of support. This time though she felt drained and emptied by a recent experience. So now is my time to build her up and return the kindness and compassion she has shown to many.How can we Cultivate EmpathyShowing kin

How to stay motivated in business

Being a business owner brings great rewards, but it also brings great challenges, which often come on a daily basis. These challenges can lead to fear or frustration leaving you uninspired and causing a lack of motivation.How can you get back the motivation you had when you first started?As human beings, we all like to be praised, told we are doing good, being liked and get general encouragement, don't we.Being in business is no different we still need to be encouraged and at times we need our e

A Pine Tree Deep in the Valley

With so many tools available to use in creating a website do you search out and select the best or just stick with what you know?Here is a famous old Chinese Poem to get you thinking.A Pine Tree Deep in the ValleyThere is a pine tree one hundred feet tall and ten arm-spans around, growing deep in a cold valley; few ever venture there, even woodcutters never go: now a new palace is being built; good timber is needed for columns, yet no one knows that such splendid material is available.Who can fa

Why do so Many Businesses Fail

Have you been in your local shopping area lately and seen another business closed? Likely you have, we often hear of the collapse of a large corporation, we all remember Borders or we even see the corner store displaying a closed for business sign. Have you ever thought and asked the question Why do so Many Businesses Fail?What are the causes of failure?It can be any number of these situations listed below.Choosing the right Business and MarketLack of Cash ReservesIncorrect PricingDiversificatio

I'm Back

Hi everyone, you may have noticed (or not) I have been absent for the past few Months. As you know, I reside in China and have a number of businesses I work with, and my main focus is building relationships and my business. Wealthy Affiliate has been a great source of knowledge and has enabled me to move in different directions i.e. Online, and tap into new markets.Recently I have been working with a Chinese company who has been wanting to expand into the Australian Market. As with anything Chin

Doing Business in China

Today with good international relations and new leadership has seen many government reforms; corruption is being weeded out and the economy is continuing to expand. All of this makes the current period a perfect time to invest and do business in and with China. There are right and wrong ways of How to do Business with China, learning and understanding the business culture, business etiquette, meeting protocols and negotiation techniques are required for success. Often Western Business people co

Do you have a Market Plan

All successful business have a marketing plan. It doesn't matter if the business is, large or small, to be successful in the market you need a plan. Included in your business plan is your market plan, and as with a business plan a Market Plan is a guide to your businesses future. How Do You Build a Market Plan Don't expect to build a plan and get instant results, marketing takes work it involves time. A good solid marketing plan prepares your business and aids in positioning your product or ser

Managing Cash flow

How do you manage cash flow? A client of mine who runs a small business has recently come into some serious cashflow issues and along with that accumulating debt. My client asked for advice on how to manage this and assist in developing, together a plan to work through the situation he found himself in. Poor cash flow is the main cause of business failure within the first year. What does good cash flow mean for your business, and what are some common cash-flow problems, and potential solutions

Business Planning for Success

Business Planning for Success, the importance of writing a business plan can often be frequently overlooked, and many business owners only write a business plan when seeking finance and then often by the request of the financier. A business plan is not just a document for banks to read. A well-written business plan is a roadmap for your business success. The best way to start is by using SWOT analysis With your ideas arranged and listed on paper, break these into; Strengths: List your strength