From the category archives:

Leadership

Three Postures Toward Change (Video)

August 18, 2010

Donna Maria suggests to small business leaders three approaches to change: anticipate it, initiate it, respond to it.

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How To Pace Yourself For Small Business Success

July 30, 2010

I have observed several parallels between running a business and running for fitness. When I run in the morning, I enjoy seeing different types of people at the track. Obviously experienced runners breeze around, passing me two and three times before they’re done. Other runners (especially newer ones like me) are slower and more measured [...]

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“Everyone Is A Leader,” and Other Inspiring Remarks From Carol Moseley Braun

April 30, 2010

Donna Maria shares key leadership points made by Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun in her keynote presentation today at the 2010 Conference of Handcrafted Soapmakers.

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Great Readers Are Great Business Leaders

February 17, 2010

Donna Maria shares reading comprehension strategies from an award-winning second grade teacher.

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Be Everywhere Your Customers Are

January 28, 2010

Donna Maria shares commentary on using social media and new technologies to be everywhere your customers are.

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Mine Eyes Have Seen The Glory Of The Coming Of The Lord!

January 18, 2010

These words never cease to move me. “I’ve seen the promised land. I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight that we as a people will get to the promised land. … I’m not worried about anything, I’m not fearing any man. Mine eyes have seen the glory of [...]

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3 Steps To More Effective Leadership Of Your Small Business

January 17, 2010

Last Saturday, I celebrated my 10th year as the leader of the Indie Beauty Network, a trade organization serving small manufacturers of soaps, cosmetics, perfumes, candles, confectionery items and other health, beauty and lifestyle products. I am thoroughly enjoying serving my members, and I look forward to the next decade and beyond.Unfortunately, too many small [...]

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T-H-I-N-K Before You Speak

October 31, 2009

I strive consistently to help my young children understand the importance of thinking before speaking. As kids, they are prone to blurt out what’s on their mind as it occurs to them. While I praise their honesty, I also emphasize that, the fact that you believe something does not always mean that you should say [...]

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