Author Archives: Mrs. You Can!

What’s In a Name?

 Once you’ve decided which business structure you will use it’s time to pick your business name. Each business structure has its own peculiarities. For example, many states require a sole proprietor to use their own name as the business name unless … Continue reading

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Establishing Boundaries in Your Business and Personal Relationships

Establishing Boundaries in Your Business and Personal Relationships A boundary is a limit or edge that defines you as separate from others. All relationships whether personal or professional must have established boundaries and it is very important in any relationship … Continue reading

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Seven foundational character traits needed to help build your business through networking.

Confidence - Confidence is simply belief in one’s own abilities and if you don.t believe in yourself who will? Listening Skills - The highest form of respect that we can show someone is listening to what they have to say. We all … Continue reading

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Confessions of an Inspired Entrepreneur

Never in a million years did I ever believe that I would be an entrepreneur.  Although, I must admit that by nature I am a very passionate, driven and determined woman, owning my own business was never something I was … Continue reading

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Choosing the Right Business Structure

Selecting a corporate structure is one of the most important startup decisions that a business owner makes and choosing the right business structure should not be taken lightly. You want to make sure that your business structure is the best … Continue reading

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Why Some Small Businesses Fail

1. No support system  2. Lack of proper research or planning 3. Trying to do too much too soon  4. Insufficient funds  5. Ineffective marketing & self-promotion  6. Poor people management skills 7. Down playing the seriousness of starting and … Continue reading

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YOUR TIME TO BLOOM!

Bloom – a state or time of high development or achievement; to mature into achievement of one’s potential; to shine out; to appear or occur unexpectedly or in remarkable quantity or degree. We have rose bushes in our front yard … Continue reading

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Four ways you may be sabotaging your business success…

1. Not asking for help – Let’s face it, we all need help and not asking for help is one way to sabotage your business success. Stop trying to do it all by yourself. IF YOU NEED HELP ASK FOR … Continue reading

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Punch Back!

Have you ever heard the expression, “I am not going down without a fight?” Ladies, this is the attitude we must have in the wonderful world of entrepreneurship. We must gear up, stand firm, and be prepared to punch back … Continue reading

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