Kathie Nelson | Business Coaching, Business Mentoring | Portland, Beaverton, Oregon » Misc

"Stepping out of Line" Book Review

kathie — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:56:21 +0000

I had recent opportunity to meet author Nell Merlino a few months ago when she was in Portland. After hearing her I was inspired to pick up a couple of her books. You will find this book a fun read. Nell’s voice comes through loud and clear.

Wild West was Won with Heart and Passion – Inspires Business Growth Initiatives for the New Economy

kathie — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 05:14:38 +0000

I am convinced that business done with heart and passion is the business that will endure.

I had the opportunity to visit Eastern Oregon last week as a keynote for a local business resource fair. I was WOW’d from the time I drove into town until 24 hours later when I left.

Pursue your Dream and Stimulate the Economy

kathie — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 05:43:54 +0000

I had the pleasure of meeting Nell Merlino, founder of Make Mine a Million $ Business® a few weeks ago at a WIFS (Women in Insurance & Financial Services) event in Portland. Her presentation inspired and reminded me that women (and men) with vision contribute to us all.

Is Indecision Killing Your Biz?

kathie — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:58:39 +0000

Are you driving away customers through indecision?

The curious side affect of indecision is that it actually drives business away.

Those stuck in indecision or fear tend to be drawn to others who are stuck in the same place. They subconsciously “leak” vibes that illustrate their mood by use of words, body language and facial expressions. Your indecision might simply show up as withdrawal because you want to be sure to do the RIGHT thing when you do take action.

Who is your Role Model in Times Like This?

kathie — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:58:42 +0000

Role models. Who are yours?

I want to tell you about mine. My mother.

What prompted this story is that my mom is making news at 72 years of age for doing some amazing things!

Does Networking Culture Vary Geographically?

kathie — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:31:39 +0000

I spoke for a PortlandConnect event last night. This group is an extension of a Linked In group who want to connect face to face.

The organizers of this event, Ken Wagner, Liz du Toit, and Stephanie Sanford talked at length about the Portland networking culture. A couple of characteristics came up…

Secrets of Super Connectors

kathie — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:29:00 +0000

Networking secrets are not news these days. Everyone seems to have their own bag of tricks. I’ve developed a few of my own strategies based two things.

Results from networking badly…and well.
I’ve used networking as a warm cold calling technique in my early years with mediocre results that left me feeling like a sleazy sales person . I shifted mindsets when I had a big goal in mind and discovered how to network for mutual benefit and explore opportunites, resources, and needs. In doing so I unlocked an exponential stream of new business, partners, and a personal brand. i.e. I doubled my sales in one year and launched a successful consulting practice using professional networking strategies.