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STRONG Life Podcast ep 501

This Q&A episode starts with a powerful insight, on how to live a MEANINGFUL and PURPOSEFUL life. If you're driven, ambitious, and hungry for success – OR maybe you're not that way, YET… But you desire to be – this introduction is Tailored for YOU (pun intended). Then, we dive into the fitness and nutrition questions! Which range from adjusting calories to break plateaus and pursue further fat loss, top book recommendations, what drives me nuts about the coaches in the industry today, and more… ---- Time-Stamps: INTRO-INSIGHT FOR PODCAST (Min 0-15): How to Live a Purposeful Life Challenging Yourself (Creates Accomplishment) Having Quality Relationships (Less, But Better) Serving Others (Go-Giver) Eternal Life/Higher Power (Something Bigger Than You) QUESTIONS FOR PODCAST (Min 20-41):  What and when are the signs to drop deficit calories even further to continue progress, during a mini cut. Taking actual rest days vs. active recovery days? Is it ok to just do nothing? What's the #1 fitness book you'd recommend to coaches or trainers? What do you feel as though most coaches are lacking today in the fitness industry?

In this Podcast, I'll teach you EXACTLY how to get the most muscle growth out of every single rep you perform in the gym by exposing you to the 5 MOST COMMON mistakes made in the gym, preventing gains from being maximized, and then following that up I'll break down the 5 KEY PRINCIPLES that allow you to fully maximize muscle growth from your training. You can watch this episode on our YouTube channel, here: https://youtu.be/36YcJVZFeBI —

Do you have core values? A set of principles you live by? Standards set for you to live your life at? If not, this podcast might feel like a gut punch… Most people continue to live life without considering the standards they live up to or the values they live by; most often because they've never sat down and taken the time to set standards or values to live up to or live by. But without doing so, you'll never understand what your full potential truly is, what true success means to you, or how to accomplish a sense of fulfillment and purpose in life. Which is what I hope to bring you in todays' episode, as I share 9 thought provoking statements that challenge the life of an average individual in a way that could shape their world view and determine their level of success. —

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This is a JAM PACK Q&A! Cody jumps back on the mic to dive into a variety of training and nutrition questions, all of which will hit home for you, the listener, and the answers provided will give you practical and applicable strategies for improving your physique.  Here's what's covered throughout the episode: When focused on building muscle and progressive overload, how would you recommend increasing volume week to week? If I add weight and the reps drop, that's technically less volume… Is that counterproductive? Or needed for long-term gains? Do you have any tips for maintaining muscle mass while doing a keto diet? What's the best way for a female intermediate lifter to gain 5 or so lbs of muscle w/ minimal fat gain (or possibly losing body fat while doing it)? During or after RED-S (Relative energy deficiency in sport) recovery, what approach to training would you recommend (both lifting and cardio)? So many influencers spew total BS info with regards to health and nutrition…. So how do you suggest we navigate this properly as consumers? Best tips for transitioning out of a deficit into maintenance? —

If you ever feel like there's more to life then the normal day to day experience... Like you could be further ahead or know that you still can get further in life, if you just figured out what was missing... Or maybe as if you are holding yourself back from what you could achieve... Then this episode is for you, because Cody dives into 3 very specific mental shifts every successful individual has made to get where they're at today. He breaks down these 3 mental shifts in a REAL, RAW, and RELATABLE way, so that you can walk away from this episode and start making the progress you deserve to make, today. —

When it comes to New Years' Resolutions, most of us don't have the best track record. However... Some of us do and after many years of failing, I can now confidently put myself in the success-category because I've learned a specific step-by-step process to setting and achieving big goals. And so in today's episode, which is a special bonus show just for New Years, I'm going to break down that step-by-step system so that you can start 2024 with some massive, yet attainable, goals; along with a system to get you there successfully. —

Today's guest is an American professional bodybuilder, entrepreneur, and life coach who spent two decades of his life becoming one of the top 10 best bodybuilders in the entire world! Steve Kuclo is the guest today, and we dive deep into his story, pulling out all the lessons, the struggles, and the victories. Steve shares how he maintained a successful bodybuilding career over 20 years and how he transitioned from a professional bodybuilding athlete to a successful entrepreneur. Steve also gives his perspective on the bodybuilding scene nowadays and how social media has made everything easier for fitness enthusiasts. He also talks about how he teaches his clients to be more intentional, have more accountability, and overcome different obstacles. Tune in!

This coaching series episode covers: Mechanical Tension: How Muscle Literally Grows Form and Proper Technique: How We Ensure To Properly Target The Intended Stimulus RIR/Effort: The Actual Gauge Which Determines The Stimulus' Significant Enough To Maximize Mechanical Tension Volume: How We Program and Track The Total Amount Of Applied Stimulus Progression/Standardization: Double Progression Method, Range of Motion, Load or Reps, Total Weekly Sets Per Muscle Intensification Techniques: Once We've Maximized Our Tolerable Weekly Volume, We Intensify Exercises Ready to transform your physique with science-backed training principles? Cody guides you through the complexities of muscle growth and body composition, emphasizing the paramount role of mechanical tension for hypertrophy. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced athlete, you'll discover how proper form, technique, and attention to muscle-specific tension can revolutionize your workouts.  Cody debunks the misconception that merely moving a weight from point A to point B equals growth. Instead, the focus is on embracing mechanical tension as the key to stimulating the right muscles. He emphasizes the significance of volume, RIR, and effort in programming for muscle growth. Learn how to navigate the optimal range of 8-20 sets per muscle group per week. This episode is your blueprint for unlocking maximal muscle growth and achieving your physique goals.  Tune in to learn more! Timestamps [4:52] - Program Design [9:29] - Training Principles for Muscle Growth [16:12] - Importance of Mechanical Tension for Muscle [20:57] - Maximizing Muscle Stimulus and Exercise Selection [25:45] - Optimal Muscle Training Frequency [31:33] - Volume in Muscle Growth [38:34] - Mechanical Tension and Hypertrophy Principles [44:51] - Intensification Techniques for Maximizing Muscle Growth Join The Tailored Life Discord Channel: ⁠https://discord.gg/y64smHRrgk⁠ Episode Resources Coaching Series Podcasts: ⁠INDIVIDUALIZING EXERCISE SELECTION⁠ ⁠THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CARDIO FOR FAT LOSS⁠ ⁠HOW TO CREATE A MEAL PLAN⁠ Related Links

Have you ever wondered what it's like to usability test a video game? Or what goes on behind the scenes of gaming studios as they prepare for big release dates? In this episode, games user researcher Steve Bromley shares how he got into the field, and what makes games different from traditional user experiences. Steve's Website: gamesuserresearch.com; Steve's Book: ⁠How To Be A Games User Researcher Other websites Steve Mentioned A Theory Of Fun For Game Design (Raph Koster) A Playful Production Process Game Developer Conference Videos NN/g's Free Articles and Videos on Games & Gamification: 10 Usability Heuristics Applied to Video Games (article) Games User Research (article) Video Game Design and UX (video) Gamification in the User Experience (video) Psychology & UX Study Guide (free study guide) NN/g UX Certification Courses (full-day or half-day formats) Persuasive & Emotional Design The Human Mind and Usability

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NFL IS HERE! Week 1 is a minefield of murky running back situations and lack of information. Host Matthew (twitter) and The DFS Academy founder, David Hess (twitter) talk about how they are attacking the Daily Fantasy Sports slate on DraftKings and FanDuel. Hear about some chalk plays they like, pivots where they don't, and some game stacks they will be targeting. Visit The DFS Academy on the web or follow them on twitter for more information. Free Articles referenced in this episode: The DFS Academy Top Stacks The DFS Academy Week 1 Game By Game Breakdown DailyRoto Correlation Article

The success of a business depends hugely on the employees. If they aren't committed to the goals and don't put in their best efforts, achieving success can be extremely difficult and maybe impossible. Even if you have achieved considerable success till now, sustaining it in the future and taking your business to the next level is a whole different ballgame. You need to be able to manage the people working for you in the best way possible to make sure they are working towards your business' success. You need to make sure each and every employee is motivated and working towards the end goal. This requires you to share your vision for the company with them. It is easier said than done though. There are many things you need to do to improve your management skills and manage your employees in a better way. Let's explore 8 tips that can help you manage people better. 1. Define Values Every business, regardless of scale, needs to have a set of clearly defined values. The values for your business are basically a code your employees follow when performing their day-to-day functions. Not outlining the values of your business causes confusion. The employees are not clear about what to do when faced with any given situation. Defining values also makes your expectations of the employees known to them. That way, they can perform to the standards you expect of them. For instance, the punishment for failure to complete work or violating a business policy should be made clear so that the employees don't step out of line. 2. Build Teams Some entrepreneurs use the strategy of pitting employees against each other and creating a competitive atmosphere. The idea behind it is clear that employees get motivated to work hard and outperform their peers. However, for a company, it is better that the people learn to work together than on their own. You can think of your business as a well-oiled machine. All the cogs need to be working perfectly and more importantly, working in tandem to make the machine work. 3. Foster Accountability Accountability is a crucial ingredient in a work environment. You need to foster accountability and hold your employees responsible for their work. This results in them taking on more responsibility and makes your job of managing them easier. As you know, added responsibility can be a source of motivation for the employees. They begin feeling that you are relying on them to play a major role in the success of your business. To create the right environment for accountability, you need to outline your expectations clearly. Then, if the employee doesn't fulfill your expectations, you can reprimand them. All good business owners do allow a grace period for the employee to rectify the situation but don't make it too extensive or it can cause other employees to not take you seriously. Take the necessary action at the appropriate time. However, don't try to make an example of the employee just for the sake of intimidating others. 4. Rewards & Punishments The best tools you have in your arsenal for managing people are rewards and punishments. The fear of punishment and the aspiration of a reward are the foremost sources of motivation for most people. You need to use them according to the situation. Make sure there is a balance between rewards and punishments. None of your employees should feel unfairly treated. Using rewards and punishments perfectly can help in managing people better. Punishments are often linked to low productivity and employee morale but can eventually get the work done. Rewards and punishments both can be categorized under tangible and intangible. For instance, simply pestering an employee until they complete their work is an example of intangible punishment. On the other hand, if you issue a written notice or cut the salary of the employee, it becomes a tangible punishment. Same goes as far as rewards are concerned. A pat on the back or a word of encouragement is an intangible reward. Giving someone a bonus (which can be money and a gift certificate for a nice dinner for two, for example) is something tangible. 5. Communicate Open up channels of communication with your employees. Inform them about anything concerning them. Keep them in the loop regarding news or data which may affect their performance. Most importantly, communicate exactly what you expect of them. In short, you should ensure the communication in your company is two-way, not just from you to the employees. 6. Zero-Tolerance While ruling with an iron fist often results in workers losing motivation, this does not mean you let them get away with everything. You need to implement a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct, complacency, and failure to respect the company values. This is extremely important. Once you have shown your employees that you are not going to stand for anyone stepping out of line, they are not likely to attempt to do something like that in the future. 7. Fight Your Ego As a business owner, keeping your ego in check is extremely important for the growth of your business. Often you will find that your decisions are clouded by your ego at being the person in charge. It is true that your employees are working for you and you are directing them. This does not allow you the freedom to treat them in any way you want. Respect your employees and acknowledge the fact that it is because of them that your business is successful. 8. Be a Role Model Last, but not the least, you must be a role model for your employees. This is again something that sounds easy yet is anything but. Make sure you follow the code of values to the letter and make yourself accountable. Admit your mistakes and shortcomings and accept when you are in the wrong. Being a fair and just leader of your business requires you to behave exactly the way you expect others to behave. These are some of the most effective tips you can follow for becoming a better leader. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated and I'd love to hear from you. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! 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The important thing to remember when handling demanding clients is to take sole responsibility for establishing and managing their expectations. Manage them effectively - and everyone will remain on the same page and walk away satisfied. Fail to manage them effectively - and you'll end up with some level of conflict (however minor or severe). Clients will follow your lead; they will be however demanding or easy-going as your client boundaries dictates, and it's best to establish those boundaries before the contract is signed. 1. Establish Rules from the Get-Go Establishing rules from the get-go is ideal and will help ensure a positive client relationship. Ideally, all projects should be secured with a firm contract (that protects and supports you and your client) before any money is exchanged or any work commences. This not only ensures everyone is on the same page from the very beginning of a new relationship, it helps reduce the chances of possible conflict at any time during the project. If you've been doing business without any client boundaries in place, it's best if you do not take on any additional clients until you establish a basic contract or service agreement. If you've never used contracts, approach it from this angle: • What are you clear on delivering and not delivering? • What problems or issues have you run into in the past? • How could you design your contract or service agreement to avoid those problems and issues in the future? • What are the expectations they can expect from you and you from them? You may also want to consider what you would like to do and how you would like to direct the outcome of future projects before you design the program. For example, if you design a program that makes you miserable, it's going to be near impossible to create a positive experience for your clients. On the other hand, if you could design the program - and direct the outcome should problems arise - how would you like to do that and how would it best be done? (Be clear on what you're willing and not willing to do.) If you're just starting out in business or you're new to a specific industry, it can be difficult to establish rules when you're not always sure what exactly will be required. That's okay. In the beginning, you'll have to feel your way through, client by client, until you gain complete clarity. The best advice would be: don't do anything in the beginning that you are not willing to continue throughout your client relationship and/or for future clients - although sometimes that may be hard to know in the beginning. The internet has many resources that can be found to help you in many situations. Communication is very important to any successful relationship. Tell the truth, succinctly and directly, and in a way that is all about them. As an example, if you're not willing to work late hours or weekends, set your availability strictly to normal business hours, Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Thursday). If you prefer clients do not have access to your cell phone, set up a business line with a virtual receptionist or automated voice mail that you check 2 to 3 times per day. 2. What to Do When You Change the Rules Mid-Game If you need to change the rules mid-game, be flexible. Remember that expectations were set in motion from the onset and changing them could lead to conflict. If you must change the rules mid-game, get clear on: 1) What the client wants and expects 2) Specifics of the agreement that must be adjusted 3) Specifics of the agreement where you are flexible 4) Specific ways you will meet/exceed client expectations, even with contract adjustments. Clarify these terms as clearly as possible before you arrange a phone conversation with the client. If you are unclear about any terms, clarify them before discussing “changing the rules.” Remember, the biggest trigger to conflict is not properly managing and meeting client expectations. If you know what the client ultimately desires, and the changes that must occur, then you know how to craft your conversation to reach a mutual agreement. 3. Handling Objections and Conflict If client objections arise mid-project there are only three points to clarify and resolve conflict: 1. What does the client want or expect 2. What are you willing to do (and not do) 3. How can you meet/exceed client expectations while still honoring what you are willing (and not willing) to do Arrange an in-person or phone conversation with client to review details and reach mutual agreement and follow up with details in writing (addendum) that requires signatures of all parties involved. Don't get caught in the drama of he said-she said because it doesn't really matter who said what. It only matters that you honor your contractual agreements while meeting or exceeding your client's expectations. Don't take conflict personally. It's not usually a personal attack - it's usually just a symptom of a breakdown in communication and/or a lack of detailed expectation. Use objections and conflicts as springboards to refine future agreements and contracts that better protect all parties and eliminate the possibility of conflict. 4. Consult an Attorney Not surprisingly, the best way to establishing and managing client boundaries is to consult a legal professional who can customize legal agreements for your specific business and industry. A well-crafted agreement will provide protection for you and your clients and establish a solid foundation of expectations, that should they be misunderstood, can be quickly and easily resolved. You don't need to have the attorney involved to create a new agreement with every new client per se. Having a basic agreement or several basic agreements based on your business and what you offer are typically enough to use with any new client you work with. Above all, keep in mind that your business will evolve as you do. Each new client relationship or project is an opportunity to clarify the desired ideal. To aid in this process, complete an objective review of each client relationship or project upon completion, by creating a simple Likes and Dislikes List, outlining specific aspects you liked or disliked at various stages of the relationship or project. Consider having a ‘debrief' session after each project is completed to continue to enhance your processes with clients. Set up standards or procedures that can be applied to future contracts and will minimize the “dislikes” while maximizing the “likes.” If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne's Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The Strategic Thinking Model™ – Free Download Page The time to implement a strategy is now! The Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients. Strategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits. Applying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. This document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne's Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne's Linked-in page http://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

Step #4 of the 4 steps to Your Conquer Fears, is: Just do it! The only true and tried way to rid yourself of fear is to just do it! Have you ever heard of the phrase, “Feel the fear and do it anyway?” Don't let fear control your life - you are the one in control. Choose to live life the way it is meant to be experienced. While there may be some risks involved with trying something new, the value of what you have to gain far outweighs any fear you will feel. Don't wait to start conquering your fear - start today. Make a list of things you are afraid to do and set a time frame when you want to have them all accomplished. Maybe it's calling someone you would really like to do business with, but have too intimidated to ask. Or perhaps you are afraid of heights, but have always wanted to skydive. Whatever it is you would like to accomplish, but have been afraid of, write them down on your list. Next to each item write the positive results that will come from doing what you are afraid of doing. For the client you've been too afraid to call, you generate a lot of revenue (How much revenue specifically and for how long? Not to mention referrals that can result of this new client.). For skydiving it will be conquering your fear of heights and increasing your confidence. Once you have all of your tasks written down, prioritize them based on how they will positively impact your life. Place the item with the biggest impact at the top of the list and work your way down. Start at the top of the list and work your way down until you have them all accomplished. Anytime you feel the fear and are considering passing up a great opportunity to spread your wings, take yourself back to your childhood. Remember that you learned how to walk with nothing more than instinct and how to ride a bike with practice. Trying something new allows you to build your confidence and wonder what you were so afraid of to start with. For more great resources and free high-content training webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/. Hover over the Free Articles to get access to the free webinars. If you are getting value from any of The Accountability Minute messages remember to leave me a review. I would really appreciate it, and love to hear from you. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) - My Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - My Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals who utilize my proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and more.

The choices you make every minute of every day influence the life you live and the person you are. So, you want to Make them wisely. A choice might be… “Hmmmm, will I have that bowl of almond mocha ice cream, or not?” Almond mocha ice cream is my all-time favorite, so the choice is harrowing. I can choose to eat the bowl of ice cream, knowing I'll have to spend an extra 30 minutes or more on the treadmill tomorrow, or I can choose to forego the ice cream and feel sorry for myself for at least the next hour or so. Heck! I choose to eat the ice cream anyway, knowing that I may as well have rubbed the entire bowl straight on my belly, but also accepting the fact that the price I will pay for 2 minutes of glorious ice cream today is 30 minutes or more of hard push on the treadmill tomorrow. Nevertheless, I made the choice and I take full responsibility for making a choice that may not have necessarily been the right one. That's what making choices is all about – taking full responsibility for our actions. The more choices you make, and the more you realize the world won't fall apart either way, the more control you gain over your life. For more great resources and free high-content training webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/. Hover over the Free Articles to get access to the free webinars. If you are getting value from any of The Accountability Minute messages remember to leave me a review. I would really appreciate it, and love to hear from you. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) - My Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - My Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals who utilize my proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and more.

Success Principle #5 of 5 is: Take action, constantly. Many unsuccessful business owners share common traits: they complain, feel sorry for themselves and ultimately give in to failure. While all successful business owners have gotten to where they are today because they kept going – no matter what happened. Every step they took was step closer to achieving their goals and eventually, they experienced success. Don't let anything derail you from your goals. Keep working on improving your business and overcoming failure. Regardless if you're trying to take home $75,000+ profit or want to net $10,000,000 in sales within the next 3 years, it's attainable; you just have to be diligent and believe in your business. Focus on what you can control – you and your actions and activities. You can build a successful business by following these 5 success principles we have been talking about over these past 5 days. The most important factor when achieving success is having a game plan and implementing it. Without a game plan, you are merely going to be “winging it,” and that will make the journey more complicated that it needs to be. For more great resources and free high-content training webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/. Hover over the Free Articles to get access to the free webinars. If you are getting value from any of The Accountability Minute messages remember to leave me a review. I would really appreciate it, and love to hear from you.

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[[:encoded, "The time to implement a strategy is now!nThe Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients.nnStrategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits.nnApplying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go tonhttps://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. nnThis document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. nnIf you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated.nnTo obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. nnAim for what you want each and every day! nAnne BachrachnThe Accountability Coach™nThe Results Accelerator™ nnTo help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources.n- Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach)n- Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) nor Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tipsnhttps://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 n- Anne's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach)n- Anne's Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrachnnBusiness professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance.nnAuthor of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today."]]Support the show

[[:encoded, "The time to implement a strategy is now!nThe Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients.nnStrategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits.nnApplying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go tonhttps://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. nnThis document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. nnIf you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated.nnTo obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. nnAim for what you want each and every day! nAnne BachrachnThe Accountability Coach™nThe Results Accelerator™ nnTo help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources.n- Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach)n- Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) nor Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tipsnhttps://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 n- Anne's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach)n- Anne's Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrachnnBusiness professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance.nnAuthor of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today."]]Support the show

The time to implement a strategy is now! The Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients. Strategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits. Applying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. This document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The time to implement a strategy is now! The Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients. Strategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits. Applying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. This document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The time to implement a strategy is now! The Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients. Strategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits. Applying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. This document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The time to implement a strategy is now! The Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients. Strategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits. Applying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. This document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The time to implement a strategy is now! The Leaders role in strategy making: We all have a voice in strategy-making, as well as greater latitude to respond opportunistically to developing conditions. In the past, strategic thinking was generally reserved to closed-door meetings with upper management. This method employs feedback with lower-level management, who has direct contact with employees and clients. Strategy making: Sees strategy and change as inescapably linked and assumes that finding new strategic options and implementing them successfully is harder and more important than evaluating them. This rule puts ideas into action and places the importance of the application rather than extensive and time-consuming evaluation before action. Change is happening all the time, so the time to implement the strategy is now – not later – so you can capitalize on the benefits. Applying Strategic Thinking practices to your business will accelerate your success by allowing a crystal clear focus to drive daily tasks - for you and your team. To download a complimentary copy of a strategic thinking model, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/strategic-thinking-model/. This document can easily be modified to be of value to you and everyone on your team. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne's Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The success of a business depends hugely on the employees. If they aren’t committed to the goals and don’t put in their best efforts, achieving success can be extremely difficult and maybe impossible. Even if you have achieved considerable success till now, sustaining it in the future and taking your business to the next level is a whole different ballgame. You need to be able to manage the people working for you in the best way possible to make sure they are working towards your business’ success. You need to make sure each and every employee is motivated and working towards the end goal. This requires you to share your vision for the company with them. It is easier said than done though. There are many things you need to do to improve your management skills and manage your employees in a better way. Let’s explore 8 tips that can help you manage people better. 1. Define Values Every business, regardless of scale, needs to have a set of clearly defined values. The values for your business are basically a code your employees follow when performing their day-to-day functions. Not outlining the values of your business causes confusion. The employees are not clear about what to do when faced with any given situation. Defining values also makes your expectations of the employees known to them. That way, they can perform to the standards you expect of them. For instance, the punishment for failure to complete work or violating a business policy should be made clear so that the employees don’t step out of line. 2. Build Teams Some entrepreneurs use the strategy of pitting employees against each other and creating a competitive atmosphere. The idea behind it is clear that employees get motivated to work hard and outperform their peers. However, for a company, it is better that the people learn to work together than on their own. You can think of your business as a well-oiled machine. All the cogs need to be working perfectly and more importantly, working in tandem to make the machine work. 3. Foster Accountability Accountability is a crucial ingredient in a work environment. You need to foster accountability and hold your employees responsible for their work. This results in them taking on more responsibility and makes your job of managing them easier. As you know, added responsibility can be a source of motivation for the employees. They begin feeling that you are relying on them to play a major role in the success of your business. To create the right environment for accountability, you need to outline your expectations clearly. Then, if the employee doesn’t fulfill your expectations, you can reprimand them. All good business owners do allow a grace period for the employee to rectify the situation but don’t make it too extensive or it can cause other employees to not take you seriously. Take the necessary action at the appropriate time. However, don’t try to make an example of the employee just for the sake of intimidating others. 4. Rewards & Punishments The best tools you have in your arsenal for managing people are rewards and punishments. The fear of punishment and the aspiration of a reward are the foremost sources of motivation for most people. You need to use them according to the situation. Make sure there is a balance between rewards and punishments. None of your employees should feel unfairly treated. Using rewards and punishments perfectly can help in managing people better. Punishments are often linked to low productivity and employee morale but can eventually get the work done. Rewards and punishments both can be categorized under tangible and intangible. For instance, simply pestering an employee until they complete their work is an example of intangible punishment. On the other hand, if you issue a written notice or cut the salary of the employee, it becomes a tangible punishment. Same goes as far as rewards are concerned. A pat on the back or a word of encouragement is an intangible reward. Giving someone a bonus (which can be money and a gift certificate for a nice dinner for two, for example) is something tangible. 5. Communicate Open up channels of communication with your employees. Inform them about anything concerning them. Keep them in the loop regarding news or data which may affect their performance. Most importantly, communicate exactly what you expect of them. In short, you should ensure the communication in your company is two-way, not just from you to the employees. 6. Zero-Tolerance While ruling with an iron fist often results in workers losing motivation, this does not mean you let them get away with everything. You need to implement a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct, complacency, and failure to respect the company values. This is extremely important. Once you have shown your employees that you are not going to stand for anyone stepping out of line, they are not likely to attempt to do something like that in the future. 7. Fight Your Ego As a business owner, keeping your ego in check is extremely important for the growth of your business. Often you will find that your decisions are clouded by your ego at being the person in charge. It is true that your employees are working for you and you are directing them. This does not allow you the freedom to treat them in any way you want. Respect your employees and acknowledge the fact that it is because of them that your business is successful. 8. Be a Role Model Last, but not the least, you must be a role model for your employees. This is again something that sounds easy yet is anything but. Make sure you follow the code of values to the letter and make yourself accountable. Admit your mistakes and shortcomings and accept when you are in the wrong. Being a fair and just leader of your business requires you to behave exactly the way you expect others to behave. These are some of the most effective tips you can follow for becoming a better leader. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated and I’d love to hear from you. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The success of a business depends hugely on the employees. If they aren’t committed to the goals and don’t put in their best efforts, achieving success can be extremely difficult and maybe impossible. Even if you have achieved considerable success till now, sustaining it in the future and taking your business to the next level is a whole different ballgame. You need to be able to manage the people working for you in the best way possible to make sure they are working towards your business’ success. You need to make sure each and every employee is motivated and working towards the end goal. This requires you to share your vision for the company with them. It is easier said than done though. There are many things you need to do to improve your management skills and manage your employees in a better way. Let’s explore 8 tips that can help you manage people better. 1. Define Values Every business, regardless of scale, needs to have a set of clearly defined values. The values for your business are basically a code your employees follow when performing their day-to-day functions. Not outlining the values of your business causes confusion. The employees are not clear about what to do when faced with any given situation. Defining values also makes your expectations of the employees known to them. That way, they can perform to the standards you expect of them. For instance, the punishment for failure to complete work or violating a business policy should be made clear so that the employees don’t step out of line. 2. Build Teams Some entrepreneurs use the strategy of pitting employees against each other and creating a competitive atmosphere. The idea behind it is clear that employees get motivated to work hard and outperform their peers. However, for a company, it is better that the people learn to work together than on their own. You can think of your business as a well-oiled machine. All the cogs need to be working perfectly and more importantly, working in tandem to make the machine work. 3. Foster Accountability Accountability is a crucial ingredient in a work environment. You need to foster accountability and hold your employees responsible for their work. This results in them taking on more responsibility and makes your job of managing them easier. As you know, added responsibility can be a source of motivation for the employees. They begin feeling that you are relying on them to play a major role in the success of your business. To create the right environment for accountability, you need to outline your expectations clearly. Then, if the employee doesn’t fulfill your expectations, you can reprimand them. All good business owners do allow a grace period for the employee to rectify the situation but don’t make it too extensive or it can cause other employees to not take you seriously. Take the necessary action at the appropriate time. However, don’t try to make an example of the employee just for the sake of intimidating others. 4. Rewards & Punishments The best tools you have in your arsenal for managing people are rewards and punishments. The fear of punishment and the aspiration of a reward are the foremost sources of motivation for most people. You need to use them according to the situation. Make sure there is a balance between rewards and punishments. None of your employees should feel unfairly treated. Using rewards and punishments perfectly can help in managing people better. Punishments are often linked to low productivity and employee morale but can eventually get the work done. Rewards and punishments both can be categorized under tangible and intangible. For instance, simply pestering an employee until they complete their work is an example of intangible punishment. On the other hand, if you issue a written notice or cut the salary of the employee, it becomes a tangible punishment. Same goes as far as rewards are concerned. A pat on the back or a word of encouragement is an intangible reward. Giving someone a bonus (which can be money and a gift certificate for a nice dinner for two, for example) is something tangible. 5. Communicate Open up channels of communication with your employees. Inform them about anything concerning them. Keep them in the loop regarding news or data which may affect their performance. Most importantly, communicate exactly what you expect of them. In short, you should ensure the communication in your company is two-way, not just from you to the employees. 6. Zero-Tolerance While ruling with an iron fist often results in workers losing motivation, this does not mean you let them get away with everything. You need to implement a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct, complacency, and failure to respect the company values. This is extremely important. Once you have shown your employees that you are not going to stand for anyone stepping out of line, they are not likely to attempt to do something like that in the future. 7. Fight Your Ego As a business owner, keeping your ego in check is extremely important for the growth of your business. Often you will find that your decisions are clouded by your ego at being the person in charge. It is true that your employees are working for you and you are directing them. This does not allow you the freedom to treat them in any way you want. Respect your employees and acknowledge the fact that it is because of them that your business is successful. 8. Be a Role Model Last, but not the least, you must be a role model for your employees. This is again something that sounds easy yet is anything but. Make sure you follow the code of values to the letter and make yourself accountable. Admit your mistakes and shortcomings and accept when you are in the wrong. Being a fair and just leader of your business requires you to behave exactly the way you expect others to behave. These are some of the most effective tips you can follow for becoming a better leader. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated and I’d love to hear from you. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The success of a business depends hugely on the employees. If they aren’t committed to the goals and don’t put in their best efforts, achieving success can be extremely difficult and maybe impossible. Even if you have achieved considerable success till now, sustaining it in the future and taking your business to the next level is a whole different ballgame. You need to be able to manage the people working for you in the best way possible to make sure they are working towards your business’ success. You need to make sure each and every employee is motivated and working towards the end goal. This requires you to share your vision for the company with them. It is easier said than done though. There are many things you need to do to improve your management skills and manage your employees in a better way. Let’s explore 8 tips that can help you manage people better. 1. Define Values Every business, regardless of scale, needs to have a set of clearly defined values. The values for your business are basically a code your employees follow when performing their day-to-day functions. Not outlining the values of your business causes confusion. The employees are not clear about what to do when faced with any given situation. Defining values also makes your expectations of the employees known to them. That way, they can perform to the standards you expect of them. For instance, the punishment for failure to complete work or violating a business policy should be made clear so that the employees don’t step out of line. 2. Build Teams Some entrepreneurs use the strategy of pitting employees against each other and creating a competitive atmosphere. The idea behind it is clear that employees get motivated to work hard and outperform their peers. However, for a company, it is better that the people learn to work together than on their own. You can think of your business as a well-oiled machine. All the cogs need to be working perfectly and more importantly, working in tandem to make the machine work. 3. Foster Accountability Accountability is a crucial ingredient in a work environment. You need to foster accountability and hold your employees responsible for their work. This results in them taking on more responsibility and makes your job of managing them easier. As you know, added responsibility can be a source of motivation for the employees. They begin feeling that you are relying on them to play a major role in the success of your business. To create the right environment for accountability, you need to outline your expectations clearly. Then, if the employee doesn’t fulfill your expectations, you can reprimand them. All good business owners do allow a grace period for the employee to rectify the situation but don’t make it too extensive or it can cause other employees to not take you seriously. Take the necessary action at the appropriate time. However, don’t try to make an example of the employee just for the sake of intimidating others. 4. Rewards & Punishments The best tools you have in your arsenal for managing people are rewards and punishments. The fear of punishment and the aspiration of a reward are the foremost sources of motivation for most people. You need to use them according to the situation. Make sure there is a balance between rewards and punishments. None of your employees should feel unfairly treated. Using rewards and punishments perfectly can help in managing people better. Punishments are often linked to low productivity and employee morale but can eventually get the work done. Rewards and punishments both can be categorized under tangible and intangible. For instance, simply pestering an employee until they complete their work is an example of intangible punishment. On the other hand, if you issue a written notice or cut the salary of the employee, it becomes a tangible punishment. Same goes as far as rewards are concerned. A pat on the back or a word of encouragement is an intangible reward. Giving someone a bonus (which can be money and a gift certificate for a nice dinner for two, for example) is something tangible. 5. Communicate Open up channels of communication with your employees. Inform them about anything concerning them. Keep them in the loop regarding news or data which may affect their performance. Most importantly, communicate exactly what you expect of them. In short, you should ensure the communication in your company is two-way, not just from you to the employees. 6. Zero-Tolerance While ruling with an iron fist often results in workers losing motivation, this does not mean you let them get away with everything. You need to implement a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct, complacency, and failure to respect the company values. This is extremely important. Once you have shown your employees that you are not going to stand for anyone stepping out of line, they are not likely to attempt to do something like that in the future. 7. Fight Your Ego As a business owner, keeping your ego in check is extremely important for the growth of your business. Often you will find that your decisions are clouded by your ego at being the person in charge. It is true that your employees are working for you and you are directing them. This does not allow you the freedom to treat them in any way you want. Respect your employees and acknowledge the fact that it is because of them that your business is successful. 8. Be a Role Model Last, but not the least, you must be a role model for your employees. This is again something that sounds easy yet is anything but. Make sure you follow the code of values to the letter and make yourself accountable. Admit your mistakes and shortcomings and accept when you are in the wrong. Being a fair and just leader of your business requires you to behave exactly the way you expect others to behave. These are some of the most effective tips you can follow for becoming a better leader. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated and I’d love to hear from you. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The success of a business depends hugely on the employees. If they aren't committed to the goals and don't put in their best efforts, achieving success can be extremely difficult and maybe impossible. Even if you have achieved considerable success till now, sustaining it in the future and taking your business to the next level is a whole different ballgame. You need to be able to manage the people working for you in the best way possible to make sure they are working towards your business' success. You need to make sure each and every employee is motivated and working towards the end goal. This requires you to share your vision for the company with them. It is easier said than done though. There are many things you need to do to improve your management skills and manage your employees in a better way. Let's explore 8 tips that can help you manage people better. 1. Define Values Every business, regardless of scale, needs to have a set of clearly defined values. The values for your business are basically a code your employees follow when performing their day-to-day functions. Not outlining the values of your business causes confusion. The employees are not clear about what to do when faced with any given situation. Defining values also makes your expectations of the employees known to them. That way, they can perform to the standards you expect of them. For instance, the punishment for failure to complete work or violating a business policy should be made clear so that the employees don't step out of line. 2. Build Teams Some entrepreneurs use the strategy of pitting employees against each other and creating a competitive atmosphere. The idea behind it is clear that employees get motivated to work hard and outperform their peers. However, for a company, it is better that the people learn to work together than on their own. You can think of your business as a well-oiled machine. All the cogs need to be working perfectly and more importantly, working in tandem to make the machine work. 3. Foster Accountability Accountability is a crucial ingredient in a work environment. You need to foster accountability and hold your employees responsible for their work. This results in them taking on more responsibility and makes your job of managing them easier. As you know, added responsibility can be a source of motivation for the employees. They begin feeling that you are relying on them to play a major role in the success of your business. To create the right environment for accountability, you need to outline your expectations clearly. Then, if the employee doesn't fulfill your expectations, you can reprimand them. All good business owners do allow a grace period for the employee to rectify the situation but don't make it too extensive or it can cause other employees to not take you seriously. Take the necessary action at the appropriate time. However, don't try to make an example of the employee just for the sake of intimidating others. 4. Rewards & Punishments The best tools you have in your arsenal for managing people are rewards and punishments. The fear of punishment and the aspiration of a reward are the foremost sources of motivation for most people. You need to use them according to the situation. Make sure there is a balance between rewards and punishments. None of your employees should feel unfairly treated. Using rewards and punishments perfectly can help in managing people better. Punishments are often linked to low productivity and employee morale but can eventually get the work done. Rewards and punishments both can be categorized under tangible and intangible. For instance, simply pestering an employee until they complete their work is an example of intangible punishment. On the other hand, if you issue a written notice or cut the salary of the employee, it becomes a tangible punishment. Same goes as far as rewards are concerned. A pat on the back or a word of encouragement is an intangible reward. Giving someone a bonus (which can be money and a gift certificate for a nice dinner for two, for example) is something tangible. 5. Communicate Open up channels of communication with your employees. Inform them about anything concerning them. Keep them in the loop regarding news or data which may affect their performance. Most importantly, communicate exactly what you expect of them. In short, you should ensure the communication in your company is two-way, not just from you to the employees. 6. Zero-Tolerance While ruling with an iron fist often results in workers losing motivation, this does not mean you let them get away with everything. You need to implement a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct, complacency, and failure to respect the company values. This is extremely important. Once you have shown your employees that you are not going to stand for anyone stepping out of line, they are not likely to attempt to do something like that in the future. 7. Fight Your Ego As a business owner, keeping your ego in check is extremely important for the growth of your business. Often you will find that your decisions are clouded by your ego at being the person in charge. It is true that your employees are working for you and you are directing them. This does not allow you the freedom to treat them in any way you want. Respect your employees and acknowledge the fact that it is because of them that your business is successful. 8. Be a Role Model Last, but not the least, you must be a role model for your employees. This is again something that sounds easy yet is anything but. Make sure you follow the code of values to the letter and make yourself accountable. Admit your mistakes and shortcomings and accept when you are in the wrong. Being a fair and just leader of your business requires you to behave exactly the way you expect others to behave. These are some of the most effective tips you can follow for becoming a better leader. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated and I'd love to hear from you. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne's Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The success of a business depends hugely on the employees. If they aren’t committed to the goals and don’t put in their best efforts, achieving success can be extremely difficult and maybe impossible. Even if you have achieved considerable success till now, sustaining it in the future and taking your business to the next level is a whole different ballgame. You need to be able to manage the people working for you in the best way possible to make sure they are working towards your business’ success. You need to make sure each and every employee is motivated and working towards the end goal. This requires you to share your vision for the company with them. It is easier said than done though. There are many things you need to do to improve your management skills and manage your employees in a better way. Let’s explore 8 tips that can help you manage people better. 1. Define Values Every business, regardless of scale, needs to have a set of clearly defined values. The values for your business are basically a code your employees follow when performing their day-to-day functions. Not outlining the values of your business causes confusion. The employees are not clear about what to do when faced with any given situation. Defining values also makes your expectations of the employees known to them. That way, they can perform to the standards you expect of them. For instance, the punishment for failure to complete work or violating a business policy should be made clear so that the employees don’t step out of line. 2. Build Teams Some entrepreneurs use the strategy of pitting employees against each other and creating a competitive atmosphere. The idea behind it is clear that employees get motivated to work hard and outperform their peers. However, for a company, it is better that the people learn to work together than on their own. You can think of your business as a well-oiled machine. All the cogs need to be working perfectly and more importantly, working in tandem to make the machine work. 3. Foster Accountability Accountability is a crucial ingredient in a work environment. You need to foster accountability and hold your employees responsible for their work. This results in them taking on more responsibility and makes your job of managing them easier. As you know, added responsibility can be a source of motivation for the employees. They begin feeling that you are relying on them to play a major role in the success of your business. To create the right environment for accountability, you need to outline your expectations clearly. Then, if the employee doesn’t fulfill your expectations, you can reprimand them. All good business owners do allow a grace period for the employee to rectify the situation but don’t make it too extensive or it can cause other employees to not take you seriously. Take the necessary action at the appropriate time. However, don’t try to make an example of the employee just for the sake of intimidating others. 4. Rewards & Punishments The best tools you have in your arsenal for managing people are rewards and punishments. The fear of punishment and the aspiration of a reward are the foremost sources of motivation for most people. You need to use them according to the situation. Make sure there is a balance between rewards and punishments. None of your employees should feel unfairly treated. Using rewards and punishments perfectly can help in managing people better. Punishments are often linked to low productivity and employee morale but can eventually get the work done. Rewards and punishments both can be categorized under tangible and intangible. For instance, simply pestering an employee until they complete their work is an example of intangible punishment. On the other hand, if you issue a written notice or cut the salary of the employee, it becomes a tangible punishment. Same goes as far as rewards are concerned. A pat on the back or a word of encouragement is an intangible reward. Giving someone a bonus (which can be money and a gift certificate for a nice dinner for two, for example) is something tangible. 5. Communicate Open up channels of communication with your employees. Inform them about anything concerning them. Keep them in the loop regarding news or data which may affect their performance. Most importantly, communicate exactly what you expect of them. In short, you should ensure the communication in your company is two-way, not just from you to the employees. 6. Zero-Tolerance While ruling with an iron fist often results in workers losing motivation, this does not mean you let them get away with everything. You need to implement a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct, complacency, and failure to respect the company values. This is extremely important. Once you have shown your employees that you are not going to stand for anyone stepping out of line, they are not likely to attempt to do something like that in the future. 7. Fight Your Ego As a business owner, keeping your ego in check is extremely important for the growth of your business. Often you will find that your decisions are clouded by your ego at being the person in charge. It is true that your employees are working for you and you are directing them. This does not allow you the freedom to treat them in any way you want. Respect your employees and acknowledge the fact that it is because of them that your business is successful. 8. Be a Role Model Last, but not the least, you must be a role model for your employees. This is again something that sounds easy yet is anything but. Make sure you follow the code of values to the letter and make yourself accountable. Admit your mistakes and shortcomings and accept when you are in the wrong. Being a fair and just leader of your business requires you to behave exactly the way you expect others to behave. These are some of the most effective tips you can follow for becoming a better leader. If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated and I’d love to hear from you. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips https://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

episode one hundred and twenty five / 'salad-wise patchiness' / Superb outcomes / "Metrobis S'soooo loud"

The important thing to remember when handling demanding clients is to take sole responsibility for establishing and managing their expectations. Manage them effectively - and everyone will remain on the same page and walk away satisfied. Fail to manage them effectively - and you’ll end up with some level of conflict (however minor or severe). Clients will follow your lead; they will be however demanding or easy-going as your client boundaries dictates, and it’s best to establish those boundaries before the contract is signed. 1. Establish Rules from the Get-Go Establishing rules from the get-go is ideal and will help ensure a positive client relationship. Ideally, all projects should be secured with a firm contract (that protects and supports you and your client) before any money is exchanged or any work commences. This not only ensures everyone is on the same page from the very beginning of a new relationship, it helps reduce the chances of possible conflict at any time during the project. If you’ve been doing business without any client boundaries in place, it’s best if you do not take on any additional clients until you establish a basic contract or service agreement. If you’ve never used contracts, approach it from this angle: • What are you clear on delivering and not delivering? • What problems or issues have you run into in the past? • How could you design your contract or service agreement to avoid those problems and issues in the future? • What are the expectations they can expect from you and you from them? You may also want to consider what you would like to do and how you would like to direct the outcome of future projects before you design the program. For example, if you design a program that makes you miserable, it’s going to be near impossible to create a positive experience for your clients. On the other hand, if you could design the program - and direct the outcome should problems arise - how would you like to do that and how would it best be done? (Be clear on what you’re willing and not willing to do.) If you’re just starting out in business or you’re new to a specific industry, it can be difficult to establish rules when you’re not always sure what exactly will be required. That’s okay. In the beginning, you’ll have to feel your way through, client by client, until you gain complete clarity. The best advice would be: don’t do anything in the beginning that you are not willing to continue throughout your client relationship and/or for future clients - although sometimes that may be hard to know in the beginning. The internet has many resources that can be found to help you in many situations. Communication is very important to any successful relationship. Tell the truth, succinctly and directly, and in a way that is all about them. As an example, if you’re not willing to work late hours or weekends, set your availability strictly to normal business hours, Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Thursday). If you prefer clients do not have access to your cell phone, set up a business line with a virtual receptionist or automated voice mail that you check 2 to 3 times per day. 2. What to Do When You Change the Rules Mid-Game If you need to change the rules mid-game, be flexible. Remember that expectations were set in motion from the onset and changing them could lead to conflict. If you must change the rules mid-game, get clear on: 1) What the client wants and expects 2) Specifics of the agreement that must be adjusted 3) Specifics of the agreement where you are flexible 4) Specific ways you will meet/exceed client expectations, even with contract adjustments. Clarify these terms as clearly as possible before you arrange a phone conversation with the client. If you are unclear about any terms, clarify them before discussing “changing the rules.” Remember, the biggest trigger to conflict is not properly managing and meeting client expectations. If you know what the client ultimately desires, and the changes that must occur, then you know how to craft your conversation to reach a mutual agreement. 3. Handling Objections and Conflict If client objections arise mid-project there are only three points to clarify and resolve conflict: 1. What does the client want or expect 2. What are you willing to do (and not do) 3. How can you meet/exceed client expectations while still honoring what you are willing (and not willing) to do Arrange an in-person or phone conversation with client to review details and reach mutual agreement and follow up with details in writing (addendum) that requires signatures of all parties involved. Don’t get caught in the drama of he said-she said because it doesn’t really matter who said what. It only matters that you honor your contractual agreements while meeting or exceeding your client’s expectations. Don’t take conflict personally. It’s not usually a personal attack - it’s usually just a symptom of a breakdown in communication and/or a lack of detailed expectation. Use objections and conflicts as springboards to refine future agreements and contracts that better protect all parties and eliminate the possibility of conflict. 4. Consult an Attorney Not surprisingly, the best way to establishing and managing client boundaries is to consult a legal professional who can customize legal agreements for your specific business and industry. A well-crafted agreement will provide protection for you and your clients and establish a solid foundation of expectations, that should they be misunderstood, can be quickly and easily resolved. You don’t need to have the attorney involved to create a new agreement with every new client per se. Having a basic agreement or several basic agreements based on your business and what you offer are typically enough to use with any new client you work with. Above all, keep in mind that your business will evolve as you do. Each new client relationship or project is an opportunity to clarify the desired ideal. To aid in this process, complete an objective review of each client relationship or project upon completion, by creating a simple Likes and Dislikes List, outlining specific aspects you liked or disliked at various stages of the relationship or project. Consider having a ‘debrief’ session after each project is completed to continue to enhance your processes with clients. Set up standards or procedures that can be applied to future contracts and will minimize the “dislikes” while maximizing the “likes.” If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The important thing to remember when handling demanding clients is to take sole responsibility for establishing and managing their expectations. Manage them effectively - and everyone will remain on the same page and walk away satisfied. Fail to manage them effectively - and you’ll end up with some level of conflict (however minor or severe). Clients will follow your lead; they will be however demanding or easy-going as your client boundaries dictates, and it’s best to establish those boundaries before the contract is signed. 1. Establish Rules from the Get-Go Establishing rules from the get-go is ideal and will help ensure a positive client relationship. Ideally, all projects should be secured with a firm contract (that protects and supports you and your client) before any money is exchanged or any work commences. This not only ensures everyone is on the same page from the very beginning of a new relationship, it helps reduce the chances of possible conflict at any time during the project. If you’ve been doing business without any client boundaries in place, it’s best if you do not take on any additional clients until you establish a basic contract or service agreement. If you’ve never used contracts, approach it from this angle: • What are you clear on delivering and not delivering? • What problems or issues have you run into in the past? • How could you design your contract or service agreement to avoid those problems and issues in the future? • What are the expectations they can expect from you and you from them? You may also want to consider what you would like to do and how you would like to direct the outcome of future projects before you design the program. For example, if you design a program that makes you miserable, it’s going to be near impossible to create a positive experience for your clients. On the other hand, if you could design the program - and direct the outcome should problems arise - how would you like to do that and how would it best be done? (Be clear on what you’re willing and not willing to do.) If you’re just starting out in business or you’re new to a specific industry, it can be difficult to establish rules when you’re not always sure what exactly will be required. That’s okay. In the beginning, you’ll have to feel your way through, client by client, until you gain complete clarity. The best advice would be: don’t do anything in the beginning that you are not willing to continue throughout your client relationship and/or for future clients - although sometimes that may be hard to know in the beginning. The internet has many resources that can be found to help you in many situations. Communication is very important to any successful relationship. Tell the truth, succinctly and directly, and in a way that is all about them. As an example, if you’re not willing to work late hours or weekends, set your availability strictly to normal business hours, Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Thursday). If you prefer clients do not have access to your cell phone, set up a business line with a virtual receptionist or automated voice mail that you check 2 to 3 times per day. 2. What to Do When You Change the Rules Mid-Game If you need to change the rules mid-game, be flexible. Remember that expectations were set in motion from the onset and changing them could lead to conflict. If you must change the rules mid-game, get clear on: 1) What the client wants and expects 2) Specifics of the agreement that must be adjusted 3) Specifics of the agreement where you are flexible 4) Specific ways you will meet/exceed client expectations, even with contract adjustments. Clarify these terms as clearly as possible before you arrange a phone conversation with the client. If you are unclear about any terms, clarify them before discussing “changing the rules.” Remember, the biggest trigger to conflict is not properly managing and meeting client expectations. If you know what the client ultimately desires, and the changes that must occur, then you know how to craft your conversation to reach a mutual agreement. 3. Handling Objections and Conflict If client objections arise mid-project there are only three points to clarify and resolve conflict: 1. What does the client want or expect 2. What are you willing to do (and not do) 3. How can you meet/exceed client expectations while still honoring what you are willing (and not willing) to do Arrange an in-person or phone conversation with client to review details and reach mutual agreement and follow up with details in writing (addendum) that requires signatures of all parties involved. Don’t get caught in the drama of he said-she said because it doesn’t really matter who said what. It only matters that you honor your contractual agreements while meeting or exceeding your client’s expectations. Don’t take conflict personally. It’s not usually a personal attack - it’s usually just a symptom of a breakdown in communication and/or a lack of detailed expectation. Use objections and conflicts as springboards to refine future agreements and contracts that better protect all parties and eliminate the possibility of conflict. 4. Consult an Attorney Not surprisingly, the best way to establishing and managing client boundaries is to consult a legal professional who can customize legal agreements for your specific business and industry. A well-crafted agreement will provide protection for you and your clients and establish a solid foundation of expectations, that should they be misunderstood, can be quickly and easily resolved. You don’t need to have the attorney involved to create a new agreement with every new client per se. Having a basic agreement or several basic agreements based on your business and what you offer are typically enough to use with any new client you work with. Above all, keep in mind that your business will evolve as you do. Each new client relationship or project is an opportunity to clarify the desired ideal. To aid in this process, complete an objective review of each client relationship or project upon completion, by creating a simple Likes and Dislikes List, outlining specific aspects you liked or disliked at various stages of the relationship or project. Consider having a ‘debrief’ session after each project is completed to continue to enhance your processes with clients. Set up standards or procedures that can be applied to future contracts and will minimize the “dislikes” while maximizing the “likes.” If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The important thing to remember when handling demanding clients is to take sole responsibility for establishing and managing their expectations. Manage them effectively - and everyone will remain on the same page and walk away satisfied. Fail to manage them effectively - and you’ll end up with some level of conflict (however minor or severe). Clients will follow your lead; they will be however demanding or easy-going as your client boundaries dictates, and it’s best to establish those boundaries before the contract is signed. 1. Establish Rules from the Get-Go Establishing rules from the get-go is ideal and will help ensure a positive client relationship. Ideally, all projects should be secured with a firm contract (that protects and supports you and your client) before any money is exchanged or any work commences. This not only ensures everyone is on the same page from the very beginning of a new relationship, it helps reduce the chances of possible conflict at any time during the project. If you’ve been doing business without any client boundaries in place, it’s best if you do not take on any additional clients until you establish a basic contract or service agreement. If you’ve never used contracts, approach it from this angle: • What are you clear on delivering and not delivering? • What problems or issues have you run into in the past? • How could you design your contract or service agreement to avoid those problems and issues in the future? • What are the expectations they can expect from you and you from them? You may also want to consider what you would like to do and how you would like to direct the outcome of future projects before you design the program. For example, if you design a program that makes you miserable, it’s going to be near impossible to create a positive experience for your clients. On the other hand, if you could design the program - and direct the outcome should problems arise - how would you like to do that and how would it best be done? (Be clear on what you’re willing and not willing to do.) If you’re just starting out in business or you’re new to a specific industry, it can be difficult to establish rules when you’re not always sure what exactly will be required. That’s okay. In the beginning, you’ll have to feel your way through, client by client, until you gain complete clarity. The best advice would be: don’t do anything in the beginning that you are not willing to continue throughout your client relationship and/or for future clients - although sometimes that may be hard to know in the beginning. The internet has many resources that can be found to help you in many situations. Communication is very important to any successful relationship. Tell the truth, succinctly and directly, and in a way that is all about them. As an example, if you’re not willing to work late hours or weekends, set your availability strictly to normal business hours, Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Thursday). If you prefer clients do not have access to your cell phone, set up a business line with a virtual receptionist or automated voice mail that you check 2 to 3 times per day. 2. What to Do When You Change the Rules Mid-Game If you need to change the rules mid-game, be flexible. Remember that expectations were set in motion from the onset and changing them could lead to conflict. If you must change the rules mid-game, get clear on: 1) What the client wants and expects 2) Specifics of the agreement that must be adjusted 3) Specifics of the agreement where you are flexible 4) Specific ways you will meet/exceed client expectations, even with contract adjustments. Clarify these terms as clearly as possible before you arrange a phone conversation with the client. If you are unclear about any terms, clarify them before discussing “changing the rules.” Remember, the biggest trigger to conflict is not properly managing and meeting client expectations. If you know what the client ultimately desires, and the changes that must occur, then you know how to craft your conversation to reach a mutual agreement. 3. Handling Objections and Conflict If client objections arise mid-project there are only three points to clarify and resolve conflict: 1. What does the client want or expect 2. What are you willing to do (and not do) 3. How can you meet/exceed client expectations while still honoring what you are willing (and not willing) to do Arrange an in-person or phone conversation with client to review details and reach mutual agreement and follow up with details in writing (addendum) that requires signatures of all parties involved. Don’t get caught in the drama of he said-she said because it doesn’t really matter who said what. It only matters that you honor your contractual agreements while meeting or exceeding your client’s expectations. Don’t take conflict personally. It’s not usually a personal attack - it’s usually just a symptom of a breakdown in communication and/or a lack of detailed expectation. Use objections and conflicts as springboards to refine future agreements and contracts that better protect all parties and eliminate the possibility of conflict. 4. Consult an Attorney Not surprisingly, the best way to establishing and managing client boundaries is to consult a legal professional who can customize legal agreements for your specific business and industry. A well-crafted agreement will provide protection for you and your clients and establish a solid foundation of expectations, that should they be misunderstood, can be quickly and easily resolved. You don’t need to have the attorney involved to create a new agreement with every new client per se. Having a basic agreement or several basic agreements based on your business and what you offer are typically enough to use with any new client you work with. Above all, keep in mind that your business will evolve as you do. Each new client relationship or project is an opportunity to clarify the desired ideal. To aid in this process, complete an objective review of each client relationship or project upon completion, by creating a simple Likes and Dislikes List, outlining specific aspects you liked or disliked at various stages of the relationship or project. Consider having a ‘debrief’ session after each project is completed to continue to enhance your processes with clients. Set up standards or procedures that can be applied to future contracts and will minimize the “dislikes” while maximizing the “likes.” If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The important thing to remember when handling demanding clients is to take sole responsibility for establishing and managing their expectations. Manage them effectively - and everyone will remain on the same page and walk away satisfied. Fail to manage them effectively - and you'll end up with some level of conflict (however minor or severe). Clients will follow your lead; they will be however demanding or easy-going as your client boundaries dictates, and it's best to establish those boundaries before the contract is signed. 1. Establish Rules from the Get-Go Establishing rules from the get-go is ideal and will help ensure a positive client relationship. Ideally, all projects should be secured with a firm contract (that protects and supports you and your client) before any money is exchanged or any work commences. This not only ensures everyone is on the same page from the very beginning of a new relationship, it helps reduce the chances of possible conflict at any time during the project. If you've been doing business without any client boundaries in place, it's best if you do not take on any additional clients until you establish a basic contract or service agreement. If you've never used contracts, approach it from this angle: • What are you clear on delivering and not delivering? • What problems or issues have you run into in the past? • How could you design your contract or service agreement to avoid those problems and issues in the future? • What are the expectations they can expect from you and you from them? You may also want to consider what you would like to do and how you would like to direct the outcome of future projects before you design the program. For example, if you design a program that makes you miserable, it's going to be near impossible to create a positive experience for your clients. On the other hand, if you could design the program - and direct the outcome should problems arise - how would you like to do that and how would it best be done? (Be clear on what you're willing and not willing to do.) If you're just starting out in business or you're new to a specific industry, it can be difficult to establish rules when you're not always sure what exactly will be required. That's okay. In the beginning, you'll have to feel your way through, client by client, until you gain complete clarity. The best advice would be: don't do anything in the beginning that you are not willing to continue throughout your client relationship and/or for future clients - although sometimes that may be hard to know in the beginning. The internet has many resources that can be found to help you in many situations. Communication is very important to any successful relationship. Tell the truth, succinctly and directly, and in a way that is all about them. As an example, if you're not willing to work late hours or weekends, set your availability strictly to normal business hours, Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Thursday). If you prefer clients do not have access to your cell phone, set up a business line with a virtual receptionist or automated voice mail that you check 2 to 3 times per day. 2. What to Do When You Change the Rules Mid-Game If you need to change the rules mid-game, be flexible. Remember that expectations were set in motion from the onset and changing them could lead to conflict. If you must change the rules mid-game, get clear on: 1) What the client wants and expects 2) Specifics of the agreement that must be adjusted 3) Specifics of the agreement where you are flexible 4) Specific ways you will meet/exceed client expectations, even with contract adjustments. Clarify these terms as clearly as possible before you arrange a phone conversation with the client. If you are unclear about any terms, clarify them before discussing “changing the rules.” Remember, the biggest trigger to conflict is not properly managing and meeting client expectations. If you know what the client ultimately desires, and the changes that must occur, then you know how to craft your conversation to reach a mutual agreement. 3. Handling Objections and Conflict If client objections arise mid-project there are only three points to clarify and resolve conflict: 1. What does the client want or expect 2. What are you willing to do (and not do) 3. How can you meet/exceed client expectations while still honoring what you are willing (and not willing) to do Arrange an in-person or phone conversation with client to review details and reach mutual agreement and follow up with details in writing (addendum) that requires signatures of all parties involved. Don't get caught in the drama of he said-she said because it doesn't really matter who said what. It only matters that you honor your contractual agreements while meeting or exceeding your client's expectations. Don't take conflict personally. It's not usually a personal attack - it's usually just a symptom of a breakdown in communication and/or a lack of detailed expectation. Use objections and conflicts as springboards to refine future agreements and contracts that better protect all parties and eliminate the possibility of conflict. 4. Consult an Attorney Not surprisingly, the best way to establishing and managing client boundaries is to consult a legal professional who can customize legal agreements for your specific business and industry. A well-crafted agreement will provide protection for you and your clients and establish a solid foundation of expectations, that should they be misunderstood, can be quickly and easily resolved. You don't need to have the attorney involved to create a new agreement with every new client per se. Having a basic agreement or several basic agreements based on your business and what you offer are typically enough to use with any new client you work with. Above all, keep in mind that your business will evolve as you do. Each new client relationship or project is an opportunity to clarify the desired ideal. To aid in this process, complete an objective review of each client relationship or project upon completion, by creating a simple Likes and Dislikes List, outlining specific aspects you liked or disliked at various stages of the relationship or project. Consider having a ‘debrief' session after each project is completed to continue to enhance your processes with clients. Set up standards or procedures that can be applied to future contracts and will minimize the “dislikes” while maximizing the “likes.” If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne's Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne's Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

The important thing to remember when handling demanding clients is to take sole responsibility for establishing and managing their expectations. Manage them effectively - and everyone will remain on the same page and walk away satisfied. Fail to manage them effectively - and you’ll end up with some level of conflict (however minor or severe). Clients will follow your lead; they will be however demanding or easy-going as your client boundaries dictates, and it’s best to establish those boundaries before the contract is signed. 1. Establish Rules from the Get-Go Establishing rules from the get-go is ideal and will help ensure a positive client relationship. Ideally, all projects should be secured with a firm contract (that protects and supports you and your client) before any money is exchanged or any work commences. This not only ensures everyone is on the same page from the very beginning of a new relationship, it helps reduce the chances of possible conflict at any time during the project. If you’ve been doing business without any client boundaries in place, it’s best if you do not take on any additional clients until you establish a basic contract or service agreement. If you’ve never used contracts, approach it from this angle: • What are you clear on delivering and not delivering? • What problems or issues have you run into in the past? • How could you design your contract or service agreement to avoid those problems and issues in the future? • What are the expectations they can expect from you and you from them? You may also want to consider what you would like to do and how you would like to direct the outcome of future projects before you design the program. For example, if you design a program that makes you miserable, it’s going to be near impossible to create a positive experience for your clients. On the other hand, if you could design the program - and direct the outcome should problems arise - how would you like to do that and how would it best be done? (Be clear on what you’re willing and not willing to do.) If you’re just starting out in business or you’re new to a specific industry, it can be difficult to establish rules when you’re not always sure what exactly will be required. That’s okay. In the beginning, you’ll have to feel your way through, client by client, until you gain complete clarity. The best advice would be: don’t do anything in the beginning that you are not willing to continue throughout your client relationship and/or for future clients - although sometimes that may be hard to know in the beginning. The internet has many resources that can be found to help you in many situations. Communication is very important to any successful relationship. Tell the truth, succinctly and directly, and in a way that is all about them. As an example, if you’re not willing to work late hours or weekends, set your availability strictly to normal business hours, Monday through Friday (or Tuesday through Thursday). If you prefer clients do not have access to your cell phone, set up a business line with a virtual receptionist or automated voice mail that you check 2 to 3 times per day. 2. What to Do When You Change the Rules Mid-Game If you need to change the rules mid-game, be flexible. Remember that expectations were set in motion from the onset and changing them could lead to conflict. If you must change the rules mid-game, get clear on: 1) What the client wants and expects 2) Specifics of the agreement that must be adjusted 3) Specifics of the agreement where you are flexible 4) Specific ways you will meet/exceed client expectations, even with contract adjustments. Clarify these terms as clearly as possible before you arrange a phone conversation with the client. If you are unclear about any terms, clarify them before discussing “changing the rules.” Remember, the biggest trigger to conflict is not properly managing and meeting client expectations. If you know what the client ultimately desires, and the changes that must occur, then you know how to craft your conversation to reach a mutual agreement. 3. Handling Objections and Conflict If client objections arise mid-project there are only three points to clarify and resolve conflict: 1. What does the client want or expect 2. What are you willing to do (and not do) 3. How can you meet/exceed client expectations while still honoring what you are willing (and not willing) to do Arrange an in-person or phone conversation with client to review details and reach mutual agreement and follow up with details in writing (addendum) that requires signatures of all parties involved. Don’t get caught in the drama of he said-she said because it doesn’t really matter who said what. It only matters that you honor your contractual agreements while meeting or exceeding your client’s expectations. Don’t take conflict personally. It’s not usually a personal attack - it’s usually just a symptom of a breakdown in communication and/or a lack of detailed expectation. Use objections and conflicts as springboards to refine future agreements and contracts that better protect all parties and eliminate the possibility of conflict. 4. Consult an Attorney Not surprisingly, the best way to establishing and managing client boundaries is to consult a legal professional who can customize legal agreements for your specific business and industry. A well-crafted agreement will provide protection for you and your clients and establish a solid foundation of expectations, that should they be misunderstood, can be quickly and easily resolved. You don’t need to have the attorney involved to create a new agreement with every new client per se. Having a basic agreement or several basic agreements based on your business and what you offer are typically enough to use with any new client you work with. Above all, keep in mind that your business will evolve as you do. Each new client relationship or project is an opportunity to clarify the desired ideal. To aid in this process, complete an objective review of each client relationship or project upon completion, by creating a simple Likes and Dislikes List, outlining specific aspects you liked or disliked at various stages of the relationship or project. Consider having a ‘debrief’ session after each project is completed to continue to enhance your processes with clients. Set up standards or procedures that can be applied to future contracts and will minimize the “dislikes” while maximizing the “likes.” If you do get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave me a short review. It is very much appreciated. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven’t done so yet. IT’S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne’s Linked-in page https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach’s proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don’t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

Tip 4 of the 4 Essentials of Effective Communication is: When You Can't See Eye-to-Eye It happens - your personality sometimes clashes with that of a client's. Does this mean you need to immediately end the business relationship? No, it certainly does not. When you can't see eye to eye with your clients, it's important to let go of your ego, and remain calm. Your disagreements may stem from the fact that you're not communicating effectively. If you've offered your professional opinion to a client, and your opinion was ignored, take it with a grain of salt. You've fulfilled your professional and ethical duty by informing your client. It's nothing personal, it's just business. If you allow the rejection to get to you, you'll lose out on a lot of valuable business and will ultimately never be able to understand how to communicate effectively; when it comes to practicing effective communication with clients, emotions shouldn't be involved. Your Action Step for this Tip is: It's going to happen - there will be some clients that you just don't jive with. Don't take it personally and focus on the commonality and areas where you see eye-to-eye. Remain professional and pay attention to providing quality service or products until the client moves on. For more great resources and free high-content training webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/. Hover over the Free Articles to get access to the free webinars. If you are getting value from any of The Accountability Minute messages remember to leave me a review. I would mean a lot to me..

Effective organization is the best asset to a business professional who is trying to realize how to stop wasting time. Organization allows you to identify unnecessary tasks and helps you get a firsthand look at what it means to truly understand how to stay focused. Creating a schedule and sticking to it is the most effective way to organize your work life, while learning how to stop wasting time and recognizing how to stay focused. Create a schedule with the necessary work tasks based on your prioritized To-Do List (prioritized action List) (e.g. call prospects, follow-up on pending projects with team, personal reply to red-flagged emails, meeting with business partners, preparing sales presentations, etc.). With a full plate, it's vital that you organize a schedule that aligns with you achieving your goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business you want. To download a Free Sample Prioritized Action List (PAL) that everyone in your office can use, go to https://www.https://www.accountabilitycoach.com//pal-sample/. For more great resources and free high-content training webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/. Hover over the Free Articles to get access to the free webinars. If you are getting value from any of The Accountability Minute messages remember to leave me a review on Amazon. I would really appreciate it.

You may find this hard to believe… Most business professionals have a difficult time understanding exactly how to stop wasting time. When you're self-employed, it's easy to take a “short break” to surf the internet, check email, return a call, talk to a peer who stops by your office, or read blogs, but those “short breaks” can easily turn into hours of wasted time each day. This includes unnecessary chats with colleagues, long lunches, or non-focused or misguided meetings that do not accomplish goals and resolve issues. The success of your business venture depends on your ability to buckle down and learn how to stay focused. For more great resources on how to be even more productive check out the free high-content training webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/. Hover over the Free Articles to get access to the free webinars. If you are getting value from any of The Accountability Minute messages remember to leave me a review on Amazon. I would really appreciate it.

If you're serious about achieving your goals, but not ready to take the first step yet, ask yourself, “What am I waiting for?” Do you really want to wait for the results? Tell me how delaying that good feeling could possibly benefit you. You deserve everything you are imagining. Quit postponing your inevitable success and start working toward your goals today! Remember, it's not about working harder; it's about working smarter and working on the “right” things each day. The “right” things are your highest payoff activities. These are the activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your goals. Making these tasks and activities a priority will help you achieve, or even exceed, your goals in the time frame you have set. For more great resources and free high-content training webinars, go to www.https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/. Hover over the Free Articles to get access to the free webinars. If you are getting value from any of The Accountability Minute messages remember to leave me a review here on Amazon. I would really appreciate it.

In my work with business owners, I find that they often say to me that they have prospects that they haven't followed up with (for whatever reason), or they lost track of some of the referrals people gave them. First of all, it's hard to believe that someone wouldn't have a process for tracking their referrals/prospects because that is potential revenue – but apparently this happens and probably more than it should. So I came up with a simple tracking spreadsheet to help my clients better know who they have in their pool of prospects so they know where they are at in their pipeline, and they don't lose anyone (or drown them) on the way. To download my complimentary tracking spreadsheet and help you increase your revenue, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/referral-tracking-workbook/ This excel spreadsheet can easily be modified to be of great value to you. If you get value from these Podcasts, please take a minute to leave us a short review. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven't done so yet. IT'S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach™ The Results Accelerator™ To help you stay focused and on track to achieving your goals, check out these other high-value resources. - Subscribe to my YouTube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - Subscribe to my Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) or Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Anne's Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Anne's Linked-in page http://www.linkedin.com/in/annebachrach Business professionals and entrepreneurs who utilize Anne Bachrach's proven business-success systems make more money, work less, and enjoy better work life balance. Author of Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit. Get your audio copy today.

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. nnIf you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. nnGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. nnExample: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle.nnTo obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. nnAim for what you want each and every day! nAnne BachrachnThe Accountability Coach2122nThe Results Accelerator2122 nnAuthor of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! nnTo help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement:n- Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tipsnhttp://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 n- Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573)n- Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach)n- 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach)n- Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)n nThe Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life."]]Support the show

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. nnIf you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. nnGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. nnExample: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle.nnTo obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. nnAim for what you want each and every day! nAnne BachrachnThe Accountability Coach2122nThe Results Accelerator2122 nnAuthor of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! nnTo help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement:n- Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tipsnhttp://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 n- Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573)n- Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach)n- 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach)n- Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)n nThe Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life."]]Support the show

[[:encoded, "Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. nnIf you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. nnGo to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. nnExample: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle.nnTo obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. nnAim for what you want each and every day! nAnne BachrachnThe Accountability Coach2122nThe Results Accelerator2122 nnAuthor of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! nnTo help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement:n- Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tipsnhttp://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 n- Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573)n- Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach)n- 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach)n- Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)n nThe Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life."]]Support the show

Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. If you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. Go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. Example: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach2122 The Results Accelerator2122 Author of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! To help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement: - Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573) - Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) The Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life.

Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. If you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. Go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. Example: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach2122 The Results Accelerator2122 Author of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! To help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement: - Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573) - Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) The Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life.

Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. If you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. Go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. Example: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach2122 The Results Accelerator2122 Author of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! To help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement: - Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573) - Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) The Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life.

Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. If you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. Go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. Example: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach2122 The Results Accelerator2122 Author of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! To help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement: - Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573) - Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) The Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life.

Today we are going to talk about a high-value and inspirational exercise about how you can Honor Your Core Values 2013 Complimentary Values Clarification Exercise. If you2019re working too hard and still not generating the revenue you desire, you may not be honoring your core values. These core values, when sacrificed, create disharmony, frustration, and struggle in your life and business. Honor your core values and you create flow, ease and success. Know your core values and adjust your business model accordingly. The key here is to learn from other successful business people, but put your own spin on it. When you honor your core values you2019ll find a magic formula that allows you to work the way it works for you. In turn, your clients will be even better served. Go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/values-clarification/ and download a complimentary values clarification exercise to help you get clear on exactly what your values really are. Example: Let2019s say freedom is one of your core values, yet you2019re tied to a desk. Perhaps one of your core values is family, yet you need to work long hours to generate the revenue you need to support your family. It2019s easy to see how ignoring the values most important to you can be the source of frustration or struggle. To obtain high-content business success webinars, go to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/free-articles/free-webinars/ and hover over the Free Articles tab at the top of the page and you can see FREE WEBINARS. Review the options and pick the ones that will best help you be even more successful and download and implement those concepts. Remember to Join the Silver Inner Circle if you haven2019t done so yet. IT2019S FREE! You will receive 10% off on all products and services in addition to having access to many assessments and complimentary resources so you can begin achieving your goals in the timeframe you want, so you can have the life you desire. Get started today by going to http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/ and Join the FREE Silver Inner Circle. Aim for what you want each and every day! Anne Bachrach The Accountability Coach2122 The Results Accelerator2122 Author of Excuses Don2019t Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and No Excuses! To help keep you focused and on track to goal achievement: - Subscribe to my blog on Kindle and receive business success tips http://www.amazon.com/The-Accountability-Coach/dp/B003JBHR4Y/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1315931264&sr=1-1 - Subscribe to my iTunes Podcasts (http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573) - Subscribe to my Youtube channel (http://www.youtube.com/annebachrach) - 'Like' Anne2019s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/TheAccountabilityCoach) - Subscribe to my Blog (http://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/) The Accountability Coach(tm) helps business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy a more balanced and successful life.

Astro Highlights is brought to you by HTTP://WWW.PUREPLANTESSENTIALS.COM organic aromatherapy. Today is July 29th, 2010, the Sun is in Brave & Generous Leo and the Moon is in Psychically Sensitive Pisces. KG is being joined by Celebrity Astrologer Neil D. Paris of HTTP://WWW.NEWWORLDASTROLOGY.COM. ....Forceful, action oriented Mars enters Libra today, August 29th, until mid-September. Where Mars is located in your chart is where the action is. So you will be putting energy into your relationships for the next 2 1/2 months. This is a time for making powerful alliances. There’s a bit of a tangle of energies initially however as Mars moves into Libra it will engage with the Uranus Opposition to Saturn and the Grand T-Square of energies that are active through this summer. On today's show you'll find out what you can likely expect from this potent constellation of heavenly forces, and how you can best handle the situations that are certain to arise for you.... On August 6th Venus, the planet of love, enters Libra until September 6th. This is one of your best times of the year to shift into the love zone with those you hold dear to your heart. As Venus enters Libra she engages with the Uranus Opposition to Saturn and the Grand T-Square constellation. Find out how these planetary energies will play themselves out, and how love can thrive in these trying circumstances.... On August 9th there’s a powerful New Moon at 17º Leo exact at 8:08pm Pacific. This is a time of new beginnings in taking leadership, for attracting support, and renewing your self confidence. Learn insights and guidance about this particular new moon for you.... Neil recommends this is a perfect time for reviewing your natal chart and astrological transits to find how your chart is being effected by this Grand Cross. ...KG's healing prescription at this time with the Uranus Opposition to Saturn and the Grand T-Square Constellation still exerting such a strong influence is to do a New Moon Ritual on August 9th to help you review your current life situation from a soul perspective when considering your options. Look to the house in your own chart where brave Leo shines to focus your New Moon Intentions. This is where new beginnings are taking off for you. As you set sail for new horizons remain ever aware reading the signs of how the world is responding to you, and making adjustments to smoothly navigate your path across the great waters of life to success. You can find New Moon Rituals available at https://www.kgstiles.com, just click on FREE ARTICLES. Thanks so much for joining us. As always we appreciate your tuning into our show. I’m KG Stiles with Celebrity Astrologer Neil D. Paris with your Astro Highlights.