How authors can get their books sold when their publisher isn’t. Tips in a video by marketing expert Kathleen Gage with an introduction by marketing agency Director, Allison Bliss of Allison Bliss Consulting.

Kelley Robertson shares 10 critical tips to improve results with winning proposals.

note: This post was written in 2011, but still has a bit of helpful information. Facebook is now starting to make mondo changes to your (personal) “profile” and (business) “Page”. Here’s my oversimplified summary from the most succinct expert, Mari Smith, to help prepare you. … READ FULL POST

This month, I’m seeking your best ideas to help businesses attract clients they love. Why? Because those are the most fun to work with and usually the most profitable, too!   I’m presenting on this topic over the next few months and want to include … READ FULL POST

Here are 3 great offers for you in September: 1) Sign up for my presentation on “Attracting Clients You Love” 2) Find More Time with “Custom Living Solutions Home Organizing” 3) Free “Blissful Wisdom” Ebook     1) MY PRESENTATION If you seek more clients … READ FULL POST

Thanks to  Cynthia Kocialski for her guest post today; “Why Big Customers Resist Doing Business with Start-Ups”. When we find a symbiotic author with the business acumen, we like to share her wisdom in hopes it helps our clients and readers attain their goals more … READ FULL POST

I wanted to share a book I find valuable for both startups and entrepreneurs called  “Startup From The Ground Up”. Author Cynthia Kocialski brings reconnaissance from big business to new startups. Our agency exactly supports that mission: “putting wings on your dreams”. We’re honored to … READ FULL POST

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People the world over are bored and spammed to the brink of tears. But there is good news: There’s a better way to connect with precisely those you wish to reach . . .  and it works far better than traditional, expensive, gimmick-driven marketing. The … READ FULL POST

There is a special “help” gene in people who are brave enough to run service businesses. These businesses come in all sizes and flavors, from auto repair to psychotherapy, teaching to dentistry, financial wizards to farmers.   GIFT FOR SERVICE BUSINESSES In honor of service … READ FULL POST

In the decades I’ve helped clients build businesses, I find that issues of self-confidence, trust, deservability, self-worth, fear of rejection or conflict, and feeling like a fraud cloud the ability of many, many leaders to succeed. Leaders in business often have great services or products … READ FULL POST

  Thanks to Cindy King of Social Media Examiner for this terrific guest post. ♦♦♦ Do you want to know the secrets to successful blogging? Of course the best blogs are built on top of outstanding content. This draws readers in and keeps them engaged. … READ FULL POST

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Why does a company need a business plan if they’re already in business? I’m asked this question by clients, students and business owners almost daily. Honestly, you don’t need a plan if you: Know where you’re going and you’re achieving all you want or earning … READ FULL POST

With our endless ‘to do’ lists, it’s sometimes critically important to be reminded why we started our businesses, what our higher goals are besides just generating income – how to shoot for the moon! In fact, that’s why we created our “Walk with Bliss: Idea … READ FULL POST

Our agency’s media partner Susan Harrow — a respected media coach & PR expert — has helped her clients appear on… * The Oprah Winfrey Show * 60 Minutes * CNN * Good Morning America * Larry King Live * and tons more… Susan herself … READ FULL POST

While working in television & film, I learned from some great masters how to visually tell stories and captivate audiences. Crossing into different media like business (print, internet  or even social media), the lessons blur when that movie screen separating actors from audience – is … READ FULL POST