Why Do I Leap?

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Soul of Business

This week, I’m traveling and leading my Diamond Money Goddess retreat. So instead of my regular marketing article, I thought you would love and appreciate a blessing, from me to you.

Why do I leap? Because…

My passion for making a difference is far greater
than any fear of failure that might try to slow me down.

My commitment to helping others means
I refuse to hide out or stand still.

My definition of integrity includes
challenging myself to live my truth, no matter what.

I would rather make mistakes than to say I never tried.

And my desire to be a successful entrepreneur
isn’t just a passing fancy.

Which is why, today, I am leaping forward,
without knowing exactly how it will turn out,
but certain that I am living my spiritual path.

Easy Ways To Keep Clients From Pushing Your Boundaries

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Business Development

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One of the single biggest differences between how men and women run their businesses is in the area of boundaries. For the most part, guys rarely spend time worrying about the myriad of boundary issues that can easily (and often do!) consume a woman’s day.

For example, if a prospective client asks to add in more services into a package than they are paying for, most men entrepreneurs will comfortably say no, then upsell the client into a higher end package.

Whereas most women entrepreneurs will first, get upset that this prospective client even made such a request. Then, either say yes and feel guilty that they’re now giving away too much, or, delay responding for days while they figure out how to say no without hurting the client’s feelings.

Ladies, does this sound familiar? I thought so.

Even more telling is this simple exercise: Think about all of the minutes and hours you’ve spent thinking about, talking about with your coach or your business girlfriends and worrying about situations just like this one. Now add them up. You’ll likely see a number that is shocking!

And shocking it should be, because this time is robbing you of energy, self-esteem and growing your business.

So what’s the cure? How do you strengthen your boundaries without coming across like a you-know-what? Here are 3 of my simplest steps for establishing and upholding boundaries with all the grace AND strength of your Divine Feminine spirit, all so you can grow your business with greater ease.

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Your Simple, Readiness Checklist For Attracting Higher Paying Clients

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Money and Mindset

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One of the biggest ways women entrepreneurs hold themselves back from rapidly growing their business is by telling themselves they’re not ready. After coaching thousands of women business owners, I’ve heard it all! Maybe you can relate to some of these examples:

“Kendall, I’m not ready to…charge higher fees, to attract higher paying clients, to let go of my old business model that’s making me crazy and overworked, to be visible, to let go of draining clients, to get my first high-end client, to…”

Crazy as it seems, even though we women mentally want a simpler business, fabulous clients flowing in and the wealth and success that comes from a thriving business, inwardly, our little girl is worried about being good enough.

The only way to soothe this inner worry so that you can take the steps necessary to grow your business with higher paying clients is to get your hands on a practical checklist that makes it easy for you to confidently know you are ready.

Which is why I am excited to get you started with a sampling of what’s included on my “I’m Ready for High End Client Success!” checklist. Use these 4 easy tips to get you started…and watch for an announcement about how you can download my complete checklist coming to you very soon!

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How Do You Become The Divine Feminine Leader Of Your Business?

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Business Development

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For decades, women thought they had to “be one of the boys” in order to succeed in business. Thankfully, the days of big shoulder-pads and masculine-styled suits are behind us and now, women are seeking out ways to develop their own authentic style of leadership.

Which isn’t always easy, especially as there are few truly feminine, highly successful role models to learn from. I’m often asked:

Kendall, how do you stay in your feminine magic
without giving up your power?

How do you balance the demands of running a thriving business
with the natural rhythms of a woman’s energy, without getting burned out?

How do you know when it’s best to listen to your intuition,
versus keep your decisions ‘just about business’?

As a woman entrepreneur, questions like these can cause you to feel an internal conflict, or struggle, unless you know how to successfully integrate the best of BOTH worlds: masculine and feminine.

Happily, this is surprisingly easy to do, as women have a natural talent for personal growth. And right now is the perfect time for redefining what it means to be a Divine Feminine leader of your business.

Which is why I’m delighted to share with you 3 of my secrets for becoming the Divine Feminine Leader of a successful business.

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How To Confidently Make Your Offer In A Teleseminar

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Small Business Marketing

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Whether you’re new to leading teleseminars or you’re a seasoned pro, there comes a moment in every “preview” call where it’s time to ask for the sale.

And while you may think that just because you’re on the phone, no one can see you gulp, trust me, your listeners can instantly detect any indications of nervousness about making your offer.

Since leading teleseminars is one of the the best ways to grow your business and to reach a wider audience, it’s crucial that you learn how to overcome any jitters when it comes time to make your offer.

The few minutes you invest in learning how to make your offer with grace and ease can easily pay you back in more sales, new client opportunities and increased confidence.

Here are 3 tips from my “personal best” file that will help you present your offer on the phone with confidence, grace and ease!

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Budget-Stretching Tips For Growing Your Biz

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Business Development

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One of the biggest roadblocks many women entrepreneurs have to growing their business is thinking they have to first invest in office space, a fancy website, a blog and more before they can be successful.

When I first started what is now a multi-million dollar business, I had a tiny budget. And I thought I would be perceived as more legitimate if I had all of the trappings of a “real” business. So I spent money where I didn’t need to, wasting a lot of my time, effort and my limited budget in the process.

It wasn’t until later that I realized it isn’t the trappings of business that make prospective clients take you seriously. Which is why I want to share with you simple budget-stretching tips to help you attract high-end clients, without breaking the bank.

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My 3 Simple New Year’s Planning Steps For 6 and 7-Figure Growth

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Business Development

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Now that the holidays are behind us, it’s time to get busy planning your year.

In the early days of growing my business, I read how, in order to create a successful business, I was supposed to create a business plan. I bought books on business planning and at one point even invested in “do it yourself” business planning software but trying to use it made me cry!

Clearly, these books were not written for a woman’s mindset or to appeal to a woman’s creativity.

So I created my own version of a business plan. One that is simple, easy to complete and creates a compelling vision with clear, attainable goals.

And even though my business has grown from a from-scratch start-up to what is now a multi-million dollar enterprise, I still use the same business planning basics I designed years ago.

If planning isn’t something you do easily, then you’ll especially appreciate the tips I’m sharing with you. I think you’ll find they make it easy for you to clarify your vision, to get focused on what matters most and to stretch yourself into reaching new goals.

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Do You Have These Emotions Mastered For 6 and 7-Figure Biz Growth?

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Money and Mindset

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As a woman entrepreneur, learning the right marketing strategies will help you create success, but unless you also master certain key emotions, you’ll continue to find yourself challenged as you try to grow your business.

For example, let’s say a client wants to cancel out of their program agreement with you. From a purely business stand point, there are practical steps you’ll take to handle this situation.

But what about your feelings? Situations like these can trigger emotions such as fear, doubt, anger, victimization and more.

And while it’s okay to feel your feelings, if you allow them to take over, you’ll stay stuck in the “how dare they” or the “why is this happening to me” type of mindset that doesn’t help you grow as a person, and doesn’t support you in confidently addressing these common business situations.

What’s helped me in growing my business is to have a checklist of emotional triggers that I’ve focused on healing, so they no longer take over when I find myself in common, challenging business situations.

I wish I’d had a checklist like this in the early days of growing my business, which is why I’m sharing it with you now. I hope you’ll use it to make the personal breakthroughs you need to create a healthy and thriving 6 and 7-figure business!

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Your 2012 Business Skills Checklist

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Business Development

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Every year I evaluate which marketing and business skills I’ve mastered and make a list of the areas that I need to learn more about to keep my business thriving and growing.

While it’s not possible to be an expert in everything (who would even want to be) if you’re serious about growing your business you definitely need to master certain skills. The good news is that once learned, what you can then do is yours for life.

As with all things, fads come and go but happily, there are certain key topics that are tried and true and will serve you all the years you are in business.

Which is why I’m sharing a checklist of my top skills anyone can — and must — master to make your new year start profitably and continue giving you a steady stream of income, month after month.

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Simple Ways To Give Your Business A Financial Fresh Start For The New Year

Written by Kendall SummerHawk | Filed Under: Money and Mindset

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As a woman entrepreneur, whether your business is robustly moving forward or you’re just getting started, it’s common to have a bit of “emotional money baggage” you may be carrying around, that is slowing you down.

For example, maybe you have debt, or perhaps you’re ready to increase your fees but you’re feeling a few pangs of guilt. Or maybe you see the perfect mentoring program you want to invest in but your spouse is skeptical that it will be a wise investment.

One thing is certain, if you carry past baggage with you into the new year, you’ll have a much tougher time creating success. Which is why this is the perfect time of year to give your finances a fresh start.

The mistake most women entrepreneurs make is in not knowing exactly what kind of financial actions they should take. It just isn’t a topic that’s often discussed.

Which is why I’m sharing 3 of my BEST tips with you on how to give your finances a fresh start as you head into the new year.

And while you may not be able to waive a fairy wand and magically make your debt disappear or make your husband have a sudden change of faith, you can create a plan that addresses the spiritual, emotional and practical components that make up every woman business owner’s financial future.

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