Turning the Page on Aging in America by guest blogger Michele Fiasca

A note from Jackie: We’re seeing it in the fields of housing, lifestyle, and, of course, business and entrepreneurship: what it means to grow older in this country is radically changing. I love exploring the intersections between my own work and the work that other people are doing as the world of retirement undergoes one Read More …

Do You Have What it Takes to Be Your Own Boss? By Guest Blogger Megan Ritter

A note from Jackie: I’m delighted to feature this guest post from LA-based writer and SEO professional Megan Ritter. Check out her fabulous infographic here! Shot Caller If you’re reading this article, you might be one of those people who is working for someone else, working at their appointed hours and meeting their deadlines. Have you Read More …

Things to Reconsider if Your Marketing Plan isn’t Working from Guest Blogger Luke Peters

It is a common grievance among the business owners regarding the effectiveness of their marketing campaign. Modern technology and the internet have brought about several ways to effectively control your marketing campaigns and monitor them for best results. Content campaigning, lead generation, blogging, social networking etc. are the various tools which are the most common Read More …

5 Strategies for Reinventing Your Career by guest blogger Nancy Collamer

A note from Jackie: Nancy Collamer is an expert when it comes to career reinvention. Not only is she the mastermind behind My Lifestyle Career, but she recently published her book Second-Act Careers: 50+ Ways to Profit From Your Passions During Semi-Retirement. She will be next week’s BSR Broadcast guest, and I’m thrilled that she Read More …

Profitable Magic: 10 Marketing Tips Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Walt Disney by Guest Blogger Camille McClane

Walt Disney was a marketing genius. Read below to take advice from a man who had a clear vision and made his (and our) dreams come true: 1. The Details Matter Walt Disney designed Main Street of Disneyland so that sweet, delicate scents of candy emanated from vents near the candy and ice cream shops. Read More …

“Catch the Wave of Success with These 7 Simple Steps” by guest blogger Sloan McKinney

There’s no flawless guide to becoming a success in the field of business, as each situation is unique on every level. From business plan and market conditions, to the leadership and workforce, every company is different. Of course, there are some things you can do to make sure that you’re making the most of your Read More …

“Embrace Your Power and Be Seen” by guest blogger Shelby Rice

Have you ever had the experience of feeling invisible? Perhaps standing in line at Starbucks and the barista looks right past you to ask the person behind you what she would like to order? I’ve had this happen and it’s irritating! At that point you have two options: remain silent or stand up for yourself.

10 Ways to Profit Using LinkedIn and 5 Tips for Leveraging its Power to Market and Build Your Business ‘Free’
by guest blogger Jean L. Serio, LinkedIn Expert

LinkedIn is a powerhouse. The top social site for businesses looking for clients, to get hired, and job seekers, it has over 200 million current members, and growing daily. From entrepreneurs, to corporations, there are thousands of potential clients and companies with jobs available, out there waiting to connect with you.

“Golden Puppy: STOP” by guest blogger Fay Putnam

One of the three principles of the Alexander Technique is inhibition, that is, to STOP! Simple, right? We recognize something is not working and we stop. Slam-Dunk-Done!! I was watching our 22-month-old puppy, Tobey. Mostly, he does not know what stopping or inhibiting means, in any way. He is all forward to go! In one Read More …

“7 Blocks to Living the Creative Life: Part VII” by guest blogger Donn Rochlin

We are thrilled to be featuring a seven-part series of guest posts by coach Donn Rochlin of Living the Creative Life. This is the last installment, but make sure to go back and re-read the previous ones!  All human beings are born with the gift of creativity. It is either developed or lost through lack Read More …