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Mid‑Year Coaching Business Review: Key Goals for Growth, Visibility, and Client Experience
We’ve officially reached the halfway point of the year — one of my favorite moments to step back, zoom out, and look at the business with fresh eyes. Mid‑year planning isn’t just about setting new goals; it’s about realigning with what matters, refining what’s working, and letting go of anything that no longer serves the mission. Over the past week, I reviewed our systems, client experience, content strategy, and operational flow. Here’s where I’m focusing for the next six mo
johnmhardy2018
Jun 231 min read


How small business owners can take a vacation without stress
Small business owners can take a vacation without a fear of falling apart. Find out how in this post
johnmhardy2018
May 272 min read


How to Prepare Your Virtual Business for the Holidays
The holiday season always reshapes the rhythm of a virtual business, and the sooner you prepare for it, the smoother everything runs. Clients travel, timelines tighten, and team availability shifts, creating a mix of slow stretches and sudden spikes. Treat this time as a strategic window rather than a disruption. When you plan for those changes instead of reacting to them, you stay steady, protect your workload, and keep your business moving forward without the year-end chaos
johnmhardy2018
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Checking In: How to Evaluate Your Business Goals Halfway Through the Year
The end of Q2 is approaching fast—and that means it’s time to do a mid-year check-in. The halfway point in a calendar or fiscal year is a...
johnmhardy2018
Jun 19, 20255 min read


Balancing Vacations and Business: A Guide for Entrepreneurs
For many entrepreneurs, the line between work and life often blurs, as their business becomes an all-consuming venture. The relentless...
Christine Myers Certified VA
Jun 20, 20243 min read


The Three F’s that Help Define Your Unique Business Success
If trying to define your unique idea of business success feels overwhelming, try focusing on the three F’s- Freedom, Finances, and the...

Christine Myers
Mar 21, 20242 min read


The Road to Business Success: Key Strategies for Thriving
Starting and growing a successful business is a challenging journey that requires careful planning, determination, and adaptability....
Christine Myers Certified VA
Feb 15, 20243 min read


How to Prepare your business for the holiday season
Preparing for the holiday season requires careful planning and organization so that your business can make the most of this busy and...
Christine Myers Certified VA
Dec 7, 20232 min read


4th Quarter Planning Tips for Entrepreneurs
Guest post by Michelle Duwe Drum roll please; hello, quarter-four! Oh, my goodness, quarterly planning is one of my favorite things to...
Michelle Duwe
Aug 23, 20236 min read


How to support your mental health as a Small Business owner
Owning a business can bring you freedom, flexibility, and higher income potential. But it can also be stressful and challenging. Those...
Guest Blog by Deana DeBara
May 25, 20236 min read


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(Adapted from a guide by Upcoach- Click here to read the post in its entirety) The coaching industry has transformed significantly in the...
Taken from an article by Upcoach
Jan 30, 20237 min read


Seven Characteristics of a Successful Life Coach
Life coaches assist their clients in achieving specific and focused personal and professional goals. They are invaluable to anyone...
johnmhardy2018
Sep 19, 20222 min read


Business Owners: How to Take A Vacation
Guest post by Kevin Harrington This is taken from an article by Kevin Harrington, click here to read the whole post As a business owner,...
johnmhardy2018
Aug 1, 20224 min read


6 Ways to Thank Your Administrative Professionals
There are more than 3.3 million clerical and administrative professionals in the U.S., according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics...
johnmhardy2018
Apr 27, 20223 min read


Is Vocal Fatigue Affecting the Reliability of Your Voice?
Taken from an article by Marjorie Saulson (click here to view it) Do you ever feel so tired of talking that, by the end of the day, you...
Taken from an article by Marjorie Saulson
Feb 10, 20223 min read


How To Be Productive During The Holiday Season
( guest post by Kiera Abbamonte When the holiday season rolls around, all filled with cheer, the nights may be silent, but the days are...
Christine Myers Certified VA
Dec 14, 20215 min read


WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY?
If you work at a business, (or run your own) you probably have administrative professionals who help your company (or yourself) run...
Christine Myers Certified VA
Apr 20, 20212 min read


Forms That Save Time
Automation is a very important part of a successful business.
There are many different types of forms which can be used to help in this pro
Christine Myers Certified VA
Sep 30, 20194 min read


Don’t Improvise – Why Preparation is Key for a Fun Packed Presentation
In order to have a successful presentation, you need to prepare it. Here are some tips on how to do it to ensure your speech will wow yo
Christine Myers Certified VA
Sep 12, 20193 min read


8 Professional Speaker Tips to Ignite Success for Audience, Event Hosts and YOU!
Are you looking to give a presentation to improve visibility? Here are some tips that the pros use that can help you succeed.
Taken from the blog of Pam Moore, CEO/Founder
Jul 25, 20196 min read
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