Visibility – it’s the key to success!

I’m not sure how many of you read my blog, but it’s always about people I know, resources I can share and it’s generally something that can be shared with others.

This blog is about visibility!  On March 8^th, for International Women’s Day, I hosted a Leads, Needs and Good Deeds event at Liaison College, Oakville Campus. Everyone who attended agreed to a code of ethics that was specifically for that day. They had to come prepared to share leads, to be comfortable telling the group about their needs, and to donate a product or service that we could raffle off as a fundraiser to fulfill the mandate of International Women’s Day which was to connect and inspire young women and girls.

The event was sold out and a huge success! The cheque went to CYAN – a not for profit that is specifically for young people who want to use their 40 hours of community service in a measurable way. You can watch the videos of all the men and women who attended this event that agreed to be interviewed. Check out my YouTube channel to see for yourself! http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL24589ECDD0E9E896

Since video is an important way to raise awareness for you and your products check out the clips from the Top Guns at Western Finance – these clips were shot during a retreat held at Ghost River Crossing in Cochrane, Alberta. http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0E11B79D34D05412″>http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0E11B79D34D05412

Visibility can come from what you hear, as well as what you can see. So don’t neglect the opportunity to be interviewed on radio. Check out some of my guests on Talk to Donna. Last week’s guest was Dr. Janice Cockburn, an audiologist who will be at the Women at Their Best Event on April 30^th, 2012 in Alliston, Ontario. http://bit.ly/GQDXRY

I encourage everyone to consider how best to utilize your time, talent and credibility. Don’t neglect the print media either – are you an expert? Then perhaps you can write articles that will be published in local magazines or newspapers. Check out http://entrenomics.wordpress.com

Watch for some exciting new opportunities for visibility through ConnectUs and Donna Messer. We are building an incredible team of experts that will soon be sharing through audio, video and print! If you want to be one of those experts, let me know.

In the meantime, enjoy the wonderful spring weather we have!

Donna

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A Poem Written by Barb Babj

Many thanks for your poem Barb. I am including the link to the latest interview on That Channel with Hugh Reilly – it’s all about the New Entrepreneur – and to my thinking, that just might be you!

I sent you an email out of the blue,

You invited a call, though the contact was new. 

Amidst 400 emails, with no time to natter,

You were able to jump to the heart of the matter. 

In less than five minutes, as we chatted away,

You brainstormed some thoughts, held “yeah, but” at bay. 

Thoughts followed thoughts, with no time for blinking,

You expanded the space with lateral thinking, 

I looked at your website, I tiptoed around,

I learned many things as I covered that ground. 

You live your brand, about people you care,

For creative thinking you have quite a flair. 

Your sense of compassion is honest and true,

Your whimsy and humour are slightly askew. 

I learned about dragons, the power of prayers,

I walked through the forest and read about bears. 

Some of your stories could rival Aesop,

There’s power in giving, you RISE to the top. 

I learned you’ve no time for the “Sorry, not-yetters”,

You give your support to the driven “go-getters”. 

The connections you form are often long-lasting,

You don’t disappoint, there’s no room for “bombasting”. 

Per our conversation, I needed a “WOW”

To elicit “Oh, Boy!” instead of an “ow”. 

You asked for a gift, of person or thing,

I decided to write, cuz I really can’t sing.

In closing, I offer my network, my time,

All that I am, and even this rhyme. 

And one tiny thing more, it may give you a lift,

A small talisman, I’d like to gift.

(a tiny Teddy Bear)
Teddy Bear

thatchanneltv has shared a video with you on YouTube: ThatChannel com Interview 2011 06j 14 Donna Messer The New Entrepreneur

 

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Entrepreneur + Economics = ENTRENOMICS

Entrepreneur + Economics = ENTRENOMICS

 While the word “Entrenomics” hasn’t yet been entered into the dictionary, I feel confident that it will be soon. So many Entrepreneurs are becoming more economically savvy. Gone are the days of starting a business without a business plan or a break-even figure. Now entrepreneurs recognize the importance of not only planning, but also of measuring the results.

ConnectUs launched a pilot project in May of 2009. The pilot we called “Power Team” was hugely successful. The project introduced ConnectUs to experts at the executive level; experts able to define the operational metrics that are the key to understanding any business in any economic climate.

These experts have formed alliances and now, through Entrenomics they provide the tools needed to help entrepreneurs succeed. Our Experts are in sales, marketing, finance, transportation, information technology, human resources, social media, franchising and more.

We feel that Entrenomics is a unique approach to business for those who have a strong desire to monitor their progress and produce measurable results.

Using the ConnectUs Strategy and our team of experts, we’ve developed an affordable program that is specifically geared toward entrepreneurs who want to understand the “sense” behind making dollars.

According to my research, “a definable, operational methodology is the key to understanding business in any economic climate.”  By using the ConnectUs success strategies, we keep entrepreneurs alert to trends, and connected to the experts that can keep them on track and profitable. 

If you want to know more about Entrenomics watch for updates on our website.  To join a Power Team go to www.connectuscanada.com

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