Posted by Fiona Powell | Jul 10th, 2008

When people knock your ideas

… remember these famous quotes: “I think there is a world market for maybe five computers.” – Thomas Watson, chairman of IBM, 1943 “There is no reason anyone would want a computer in their home.” – Ken Olson, president, chairman and founder of Digital Equipment Crop, 1977 “This ‘telephone’ has too many shortcomings to be seriously considered as a means of communication. The device is...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Jun 17th, 2008

Making it happen

A couple of weeks ago I was down in the stunning Nelson/Marlborough area speaking to the Nelson and then the Blenheim Her Business networks – a wonderful bunch of women in business, led by the dynamic coordinator Kate Webb. (me, Kate, Sue Morton coordinator of the Oamaru HerBusiness Network and Cheryl Keene, sponsor of the evening from Zeald.com) As well as sharing the ‘Her Business story’ and a little...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Apr 23rd, 2008

What does your business aspire to be?

At entrepreneurette we’re running a business mission / purpose competition… tell us in six words (yes six words, no more, no less!) what your business is all about. Go here to find out details how you can share your mission with the world! What is a mission statement?A mission statement is your business’ reason for being, a proclamation of why it exists, a clarification of who it serves, and an expression...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Apr 5th, 2008

getting 25 hours out of your day

Managing time is the one of the biggest challenges for any business owner… the ‘to do’ list is infinite… and there are lots of different hats to wear if you’re just starting out or if you’re a solo-preneur. Over the years I’ve searched for a ‘magical’ solution to give me more hours in a day, but I’ve discovered there is no magic answer and the best solutions are the simplest. The system that...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Mar 11th, 2008

Getting your press release published

Over the years as editor of various magazines I’ve seen heaps (and heaps) of press releases. Some work and some don’t. The releases that work get followed up, and possibly published, and the ones that don’t work end up in the bin. So what makes a press release work?The writers of press releases that work put themselves in my shoes; I’m a busy editor working to deadlines. I have readers who want to know about...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Feb 5th, 2008

sound familiar?

nYou’re considering getting up three hours earlier each day to squeeze in extra work Saturday and Sunday are just another work day You spent your last free time drumming up business You know some of the kids in the back garden are yours, you’re just not sure which You start sleeping in the office to save time Reading your email is the only recreation you have You don’t recognize a single story on the cover...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Jan 24th, 2008

time to reflect?

The start of a new year is also a valuable time to reflect… what’s working? what’s not working?… here are some great questions to really get you thinking about you and your business… Why are you in business? Do you have a positive attitude most days? Does your work energise you? Is your purpose shared by others? Do you love what you’re doing? Do you find it easy to go to work most...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Jan 1st, 2008

kickstart a successful 2008

This is the year you’re going to take on the world, make a difference, do the things you love and turn your dreams into reality… Here are some tips for making it happen: Clear the clutter From your desk, from your computer, from your handbag… Clutter saps your energy and we need all the energy we can muster to achieve our goals. Embrace the web 2.0 revolution Find relevant online forums to your...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Nov 26th, 2007

each one; teach one

At entrepreneurette we’ve added our magazine… a place to read articles that inspire you and articles and columns that offer useful, practical advice to help you develop your business. This is a magazine with a difference though. As well as reading the various articles and columns; you can register as an author and contribute your own articles and columns. This is a fabulous opportunity to build your...

Posted by Fiona Powell | Nov 16th, 2007

financially savvy

At the WizardWomen launch last week Lisa Dudson of Acumen and moneytv gave a brief talk about financial education, something she is particularly passionate about. Lisa shared some practical tips, keeping in mind that money is one of life’s biggest stressors and a major source of contention in our relationships and in business. Firstly, we need to develop a wealthy mindset – we are what we believe and if...