Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Judge #5: The Writing Gourmet

November 5, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

Peter Bowerman

The last, but very far from least, Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Contest judge in the spotlight is a “must have” for an essay contest….

What’s the opposite of “starving artist?” Peter Bowerman.

Peter is a very successful commercial …

Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Judge #4: Kickin’ Butt, Takin’ Names

November 4, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

Adam Urbanski

Adam Urbanski, the fourth in a stellar line of judges in the Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Contest, is a small business change agent, trainer, and facilitator. He is a kick-butt marketing strategist to coaches, consultants and …

Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Judge #3: Mr. Toilet Paper

November 3, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

Mike Michalowicz

If you look up “fire in the belly” in the dictionary, you will see this guy’s picture. Mike Michalowicz, the man who characterized and wrote about The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur, is a ball of …

Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Judge #2: Heart and Soul(opreneur)

November 2, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

Donna Amos

The second judge in our all star panel selecting the winners of the Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Contest from our finalists is Donna Amos, founder of the International Association of Solopreneurs.

Donna …

Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Judge #1: The Empress of Blog

November 1, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

Denise Wakeman

This is the week that the wonderful panel of celebrity judges is poring over the 12 finalist entries in the Fuzzy Bunny Slipper Contest to select the top three winners. To celebrate …

7 Critical Characteristics for Solo Business Owners

July 19, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

I have coached hundreds of solo business owners. Although each took a different road in terms of business model, services, and target market, I have found common skills and characteristics that all share.

These seven characteristics are critical to your solopreneur success: 

  1. Responsibility
    There are many benefits to owning and operating your own …

Setting Client Expectations in Your Solo Business

July 12, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

There will be points in your business when you need to get revenues kicked into the next gear. At points like these, it can be almost irresistibly tempting to ease up: Lower prices, agree to different terms, take on clients that would make it past your normal filtering mechanisms. This …

Flying Solo: In the Beginning

July 5, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

Deciding to fly solo in your profession can be scary. Whether you’ve been laid off, want time with your family, or just had enough of the 9-to-5 grind, the idea of not having a regular paycheck can be …

Work / Life Balance – The Impossible Dream?

June 28, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

One of the most common reasons that people choose the solo business ownership route is that they want to spend more time with family. Often, though, once work begins to build up, solo business owners can find themselves facing exactly …

Saying “No” – Overcoming the Struggle

June 21, 2010 - Written by Trish
 

It always seems to be about the time that you’re completely full and wondering how on earth you’re going to get everything done in time that a client gets in touch with a crucial rush project that …