Posted by distinctivecoaching on June 24, 2009
Yes, that’s correct. Due to a site reconstruction, we’ve moved.
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Biz Coach Jason
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Posted by distinctivecoaching on May 21, 2009
Avoiding burnout for us entrepreneurs is key to having a strong, thriving business and happy life:
1.) Create your vision fully – List all the details, all the motivators and consequences of not attaining the vision
2.) Strategize your actions and make sure they are inspired actions – Productivity steps that energize and excite you. Don’t get bogged down with the little things that you don’t really enjoy. There is no one way to accomplish something; there are usually MANY ways. Work with someone to find out what those are, and how to get them done.
3.) Surround yourself with positive people and minimize time with energy draining people.
4.) Take time for yourself everyday, or in crunch time, at the very least every week. Do those things that relax you – read the morning paper in peace, have a cup of tea on the patio, walk, jog or bike for 30 minutes. Take a little time out of your day to refresh your mind and body. For me, bike riding on long trails is when I get the most relaxation, a good workout and fantastic business brainstorming, energy and motivation!
5.) And lastly, don’t go it alone. Work with others and get outside support. You’re not in it alone, and everyone benefits when we work together.
Excerpt of a “TwitInterview” on entrepreneurial Marketing, Networking, Sales and Productivity, posted at: http://twitinterviews.com/tag/jason-rosado/
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Posted by distinctivecoaching on April 14, 2009
Want to improve your value to your customers?
Ask your past clients about the benefits of their experience with you, not just the bottom-line results. Getting clear on this value will help you to produce even more of it.
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Posted by distinctivecoaching on February 1, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Feb 1, 2009
Contact: Jason Rosado
(773) 829-1276
CHICAGO AREA BUSINESS COACH AND ENTREPRENEUR
UP’S THE ANTE FOR SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS
CHICAGO – Business coach and owner of Distinctive Coaching, Jason Rosado, has found a way to “beat the big boys at their own game,” as he put it.
Today’s airing of the 2009 Superbowl XLIII (NBC) in Tampa, Florida at Raymond James Stadium will have some of the same old aspects from the national unofficial holiday as well as some new flashy features. Al Michaels and John Madden are slated as the announcers, with Bruce Springsteen and the E street band as the halftime show.
A thirty-second commercial will cost approximately $3,000,000 USD. MillerCoors and their ad agency have devised a brilliant plan to take advantage of a cost-savings idea in this economy.
Miller High Life has filmed a one-second commercial, and bought the corresponding airtime for a reported $100,000. Obviously the cost savings is great, though when you take into account the shortened viewership of the spots, the math works out proportionately. However, the news of the one-second commercial format has already gotten much more publicity, at a much lower cost, than a normal 30-second Superbowl spot will likely garnish an advertiser.
When news of the cost-effective and innovative approach to advertising during “The Big Game” reached Rosado, he figured he could do one better.
After considering his options carefully, consulting with his wife (she helps keep him from “spending the farm”), his accountant, CPA, Warren Buffett, and Donny Deutsch, Rosado decided his best strategy was to go even smaller, and buy no airtime.
“These big-time guys and their teams of ad execs keep coming up with great ideas. But they are not the only ones to see big profits from the Superbowl ad frenzy. Not only was I able to save money from not having to buy a half-second slot from NBC, but I also didn’t have to pay for a fancy ad agency, writers, directors, actors, a film crew and a location shoot. The way I see it, MillerCoors and all the other ‘big boys’ can have their day in the sun, but I’m going to have my cake and eat it, too!”
Rosado hopes this new method of not advertising attracts the kind of clients he loves to work with and that are just like him: no-nonsense entrepreneurs, home-based and small business owners and sales professionals that want to improve their strategy, upgrade their skills, increase their effectiveness and greatly grow their revenue. His ideal is to have each client create wealth, freedom and happiness while doing the work that they enjoy so much, unlike the 2008 0-16 Detroit Lions, who just got the money.
He believes that not advertising during Superbowl XLIII is a way to continue his life work towards those ends, and that both current and prospective clients will also find that they too can prosper by not advertising during today’s or any upcoming Superbowl event.
When reached for further comment and asked how he will spend the evening now that he will not be tied up in the Superbowl rat race, Rosado remarked, “Well, I guess my wife and I will go to our friends’ home, where we’ve been invited. I think we’ll all have a good laugh at MillerCoors’ expense when we see their one-second commercial and celebrate our good fortune, knowing that we’ve finally beat the big boys at their own game.”
He also mentioned that the Arizona Cardinals were originally from Chicago and that he might root for them, but that wasn’t nearly as interesting.
About Distinctive Coaching
Distinctive Coaching (www.DistinctiveCoaching.com) helps entrepreneurs, small business owners and sales professionals to achieve their ideal business in 12 months or less. Jason Rosado is the founder and owner of this training and coaching private practice and has worked in this field for over 20 years in large corporate, small business and entrepreneurial companies.
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Posted by distinctivecoaching on January 30, 2009
Often times *action* is the single biggest factor that leads to success.
Take action. Any action. Just make something happen.
It’s ok if it’s not perfect – most people won’t notice.
It’s ok if it doesn’t work – you’ll learn from it.
Well, this time someone noticed. And I hope these guys learn from it. LOL
Business Lesson: Every once in a while and especially in high-risk/reward situations, make certain to also think through the strategy of your actions.
Your BizCoach,
Jason
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Posted by distinctivecoaching on January 22, 2009
I have just read several blogs that deal with all these topics. Some were suggestions, some were rants, and others were just ideas to help others with sales.
I am a huge believer in networking and “mutually beneficial marketing”! I write articles, give teleclasses and live seminars. These are all forms of marketing and gaining exposure, but the goal isn’t to sell someone on something, but rather to provide useful, insightful info from my own experiences.
And now I am benefitting from the social networking arena – mostly Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Meetup and Ning – where they can all come together. So here is my take:
Successful online networking is not much different than in-person networking: Build your personal and business brand into a cohesive message and attractive experience.
The key to great networking is to develop relationships by:
• Connecting
• Finding common ground
• Being service oriented
• Providing great value – resources, content, ideas or connections
By doing all these, people can get to know you and at the same time enhance themselves and their business, while you expect nothing in return.
And the key to turning people off right away and therefore NEVER being able to make a sale:
• Beat them over the head with your sales pitch
People need to know, like and trust you.
Helping others without expectation is the easiest way to get that accomplished. Plus, others will be drawn to you as you truly are, not as some marketing guru wrote webpage copy to “spin” the real you. This starts off the relationship on the right foot, as people will know what to expect from you.
These are my philosophies, and they have worked very well. Here are two recent articles about online and offline networking strategies and skills here:
“10 Holiday Networking Tips”
www.tinyurl.com/Networking10Tips
“How can I use Twitter to draw business to my website?”
www.tinyurl.com/7dpqrm
Good luck, and please feel free to connect so we can help each other.
All the best,
Jason
P.S. If you ever want to check out what free teleclasses and workshops I have coming up on these topics, just go to www.DistinctiveCoaching.com/events.htm
Jason E. Rosado
Business Coach
Helping self-directed and self-managed professionals achieve your ideal business in 12 months or less. Ready to start? Sign up for your FREE “Business Success E-Series”!
773.829.1276
Jason@DistinctiveCoaching.com
Website: http://www.AchieveYourIdealBusiness.com
Blog: http://blog.DistinctiveCoaching.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/BizCoachJason
Facebook Group: http://groups.to/IdealBusinessCommunity
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Posted by distinctivecoaching on November 6, 2008
Are the current economic conditions effecting your marketing, sales and business revenue? And just as important, are they effecting your mindset?
I believe it’s very important to not let the recession, down market, whatever you want to label it, get too much into your belief system about if people will spend money or not. Each customer is unique and everyone’s situation has hundreds of variables.
No matter what the economic climate is, any consumer is faced with a buying and spending decision at the moment of a sale. Great sales people will “coach the sale” — work with the prospect (not on, or against) to come to the best decision for the prospect. Make the interaction and decision-making process a real collaboration between the two of you.
This is a philosophy that I hold dear and teach to my clients as well. If you follow this mantra, and truly look out for your prospects’ wellbeing, you won’t make every sale, but you will get an outstanding reputation and lots of referrals, which will lead to even more customers and revenue. And that one that didn’t buy will be much more likely to revisit the opportunity later.
When you are selling, be an advocate for the potential client. Help them come to the best buying decision, and you will see less influence by the economy, better immediate results for your customers, and stronger long-term growth for yourself.
What tips, ideas, or suggestions do you have on the topic? Feel free to comment here and join the discussion on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?uid=33103057507&topic=5894
Best,
Jason
Jason E. Rosado
Business Coach
Helping self-directed and self-managed professionals achieve your ideal business in 12 months or less
Please see my website to sign up for your FREE “Business Success E-Series”!
773.829.1276
Jason@DistinctiveCoaching.com
Website: www.AchieveYourIdealBusiness.com
Blog: blog.DistinctiveCoaching.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/BizCoachJason
Facebook: http://profile.to/BizCoachJason
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