MY HORROR STORY WITH PAYPAL (Lesson Learned)

I have been using Paypal for a few years now. First as a buyer and now, as a business owner. Let me preface this by saying that Paypal was not the only one to blame but if they keep allowing this to happen, then there is no hope for small business owners who provide services versus products.

5 TIPS FOR POST EVENT MARKETING STRATEGY

5 TIPS FOR POST EVENT MARKETING STRATEGY Post event marketing is just as important as ticket sales, advertisement, promotions and more. Why? Because your post event marketing strategy will determine the success of your next event. A strong post event marketing strategy can set the tone for the next event by re kindling your guest’s experienceContinue reading “5 TIPS FOR POST EVENT MARKETING STRATEGY”

5 EFFECTIVE WAYS TO NETWORK AT ANY EVENT

1. Qualify the people you meet at any event. When you are making simple conversations, figure out if they are a potential client, a potential referrer or someone who simply needs your help. These are the only categories that you need to worry about when talking to people. Ask yourself, do they sound like someoneContinue reading “5 EFFECTIVE WAYS TO NETWORK AT ANY EVENT”

Google Plus Features 101

Google Plus has been buzzin’ for a few months now. The problem is, it is more intricate than it looks. People end up opening an account and then abandoning it after a while of confusion. Hootsuite came up with a training series that will help you understand the features on Google+ here is one ofContinue reading “Google Plus Features 101”

Top 10 things Start Ups Need to Secure Before They Call Themselves Business Owners

So you want to be your own boss and make your own schedule and spend more time with your family? Let’s get you started the right way!!! After registering your Business Name/s with the state and filing your business license/s, these are the top 10 things that you need to secure before you can startContinue reading “Top 10 things Start Ups Need to Secure Before They Call Themselves Business Owners”

The 2013 Plush Show (The Posh Little Urbanites Show) and my interview with the CEO, “MOMpreneur” – Jina Park

I had the pleasure of attending as a Media guest at the 2013 Plush Show and I must say, that it was so much fun to meet all the “mompreneurs” and “dadpreneurs”. It was a 3-day show that started with an early morning, private breakfast on Friday, June 7th, where Jina Park, CEO of Plush,Continue reading “The 2013 Plush Show (The Posh Little Urbanites Show) and my interview with the CEO, “MOMpreneur” – Jina Park”

WIN a Ticket to the The List Conference 2013 Video Contest

The power of giving is contagious. We believe that in order to be successful, we have to learn how to give and serve others. Wait, what is this event about? The LIST is a two-day conference for those who want to expand their professional network, learn more about entrepreneurship and what it takes to makeContinue reading “WIN a Ticket to the The List Conference 2013 Video Contest”

Vendor Spotlight: Cupcake Cuties Cupcakery

I am excited to launch the Vendor Spotlight of the month! As an Event Planner, I rely heavily on my preferred vendors relationships. They make my life easier because I know what to expect from them. Let’s take for example, Cupcake Cuties Cupcakery, a company started by Staci Adams and Jennifer Anderson.  Staci is aContinue reading “Vendor Spotlight: Cupcake Cuties Cupcakery”

Small Business Tip: Spend Money on Marketing!

If you’re feeling a little hesitant about spending money in marketing your business just remember the cliché “you gotta spend money to make money”. If you don’t know how much to spend for marketing, take a look at your previous year’s profit (NET) and take 10-20% of that amount and spend it on marketing inContinue reading “Small Business Tip: Spend Money on Marketing!”

A Checklist for a Successful Event

We sometimes focus too keenly on the goal that we tend to miss the details of the actual journey, which can sometimes directly be correlated to the quality of the finished product. In all of what I do, the most common compliment I often hear is how resourceful I am. Some call it “hustling” butContinue reading “A Checklist for a Successful Event”