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October 30, 2020
The Real You
What’s your picture like?
By this I mean, who are you portraying – both in your business and your personal life?
Are you letting the authentic you shine through?
This picture of my wife and I represents us pretty well – though she has a way better sense of humor than it looks! We love to goof around and it’s part of who we are. This is the real us.
Are you showing who you are? I mean the real you.
Are you showing who you are or are you placating to what you think people want to see?
When you try to fit it, how do you expect anyone to see you? When you are authentic, you are unique, different than anyone else.
Don’t be afraid to express your genuine self. There’s only one you that can offer your gifts, and the world needs you more than ever.
Just a reminder.
-Mike
P.S. A friend of mine, Judith Shaw, has released a book of short stories. Writing a book is no easy feat. Writing a book with lots of short stories (like mini-books within a book) is that much harder. I am proud of her and honored to read her work. If you like stories, I invite you to get a copy yourself: http://summerpress.com
P.S.S. – We’re big on paying it forward. Want to get on board? Email us and tell us your story! We want to hear your Profit First or Clockwork testimonial. Email Jenna@mikemichalowicz.com, and we will share your story on our social media platforms so that business owners like you benefit as well!
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October 29, 2020
Are you referable?
These days, one of the best business strategies is to be referable.
Are you?
Find out when Mike talks with Michael Roderick, CEO Small Pond Enterprises on the latest Mike Up In Your Business podcast episode.
If you think your referability game needs an upgrade, listen up and learn from a pro.
This is what Michael does. Small Pond helps thoughtful givers become thought leaders. How?
By making their brands referable. Their messaging memorable Their ideas unforgettable.
“Referability is about owning a piece of real estate in people’s minds.” Michael and Mike talk about making your brand memorable – and shareable.
Listen in to learn how tapping in to accessibility, influence and memory will get your business referred. Check out The Referability episode of Mike Up In Your Business.
Let me know what you think.
You’ve GOT THIS!
-Mike
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October 22, 2020
What’s your attention span?
If you feel like you don’t have time to watch one more webinar, then you must watch this one.
I want you to watch this replay today. In our latest What Now Webinar Series, I had the honor of working with two powerhouses panelists. Experts when it comes to managing attention so you can get big results in your businesses.
Kate Northrup – Author and Speaker, Do Less and Money: A Love Story. Kate literally teaches people how to have more time and make more money! Yes please!
Neen James – Author and Speaker, Folding Time and Attention Pays. Neen teaches people how to pay attention to what matters most! Look out!
We talked about real, actionable strategies so you can permanently eliminate distractions and manage your attention. We discussed how to:
Learn your unique patterns of productivity
Streamline your energy
Stay organized
Prioritize
Set goals – and your limits!
Delegate
And manage stress
Additionally, Neen and Kate had mentioned some helpful resources that they’d like to share:
Neen’s Daily Tracker
And don’t forget about Kate’s 80/20 Rule! Here is the free pdf for you. This is such a powerful tool! Use it and see what areas are driving your result, and what tasks you can simply do without!
And while you can always get a replay after the webinar, we rather have you live with us on the next one. Because when you’re live with us, experts will answer your questions right then and there. Sweet!
-Mike
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PS – We’re big on paying it forward. Want to get on board? Email us and tell us your story! We want to hear from you. Email Jenna@mikemichalowicz.com, and we will share your story on our social media platforms so that business owners like you benefit as well!
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October 21, 2020
Show up for yourself today!
Accountability. We all seek it.
But what if you can just be accountable to you today? What if you just show up…for you?
Write it down. Write down just a few things. Promise yourself you are going to show up for yourself.
And please, no comparing yourself to others! We are on our own individual journeys.
Whatever you want to get today, step forward and get it!
-Mike
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PS – We’re big on paying it forward. Want to get on board? Email us and tell us your story! We want to hear from you. Email Jenna@mikemichalowicz.com, and we will share your story on our social media platforms so that business owners like you benefit as well!
Join the journey – Instagram
Learn how to sell AND serve others a the same time! If you have a small business, you know you have to make sales. Learn how to do it with integrity with me!
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October 15, 2020
Serve the world
For years, I have been thinking about how I could benefit from my business.
These days, I realize our businesses are doing more than serving just us – they are serving the world.
Chew on that.
This is a fundamental shift. It’s not just the gains for you personally. Each of us has the opportunity to change the world through our businesses.
So how can you best serve?
Step 1 – Be of selfless service, by taking care of yourself first. We hear about self care a lot these days, and that included being fiscally responsible. You can’t run a business if you’re not.
Step 2 – Once you are grounded in that fiscal responsibility, you are set to serve others and move the world forward.
Know your purpose. Serve the world.
-Mike
PS – We’re big on paying it forward. Want to get on board? Email us and tell us your story! We want to hear your Profit First or Clockwork testimonial. Email Jenna@mikemichalowicz.com, and we will share your story on our social media platforms so that business owners like you benefit as well!
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October 13, 2020
The Best Way to Begin Profit First
I’ll level with you. I receive a ton of email about my books, and Profit First is no exception. Oftentimes, business owners are reluctant to implement something new – even if it could very well be the saving grace of their business.
For this reason, may I suggest – just start slow!
It is human nature to feel overwhelmed when it comes to starting something new. The Profit First methodology, while simple overall, may feel like a whole lot of information coming your way at once. And as you read, you will have questions, and more questions.
Here are some simple steps to ensure you get traction in your business while reading Profit First:
Step 1 – set up one bank account, and name that baby PROFIT. Now you know there are more accounts to set up than this. But you can do this one step within the next 30 minutes. And this one step is the point where the rubber meets the road!
Step 2 – Transfer 1% to that Profit account. Now that may seem inconsequential, but as money in this account accumulates, ultimately you will have profit!
Other useful tips:
It’s important to read Profit First all the way through. Questions will arise while you’re reading, and most of them will be answered as you continue on.
Complete the assessment! I get email from readers saying the email is daunting because it’s going to tell the truth about your finances in your business. But, NOTHING is more empowering. Even if you see a ton of room for improvement, the assessment give you accountability and ownership – read, CONTROL – over your finances. And that my friend, is one of the best steps you can take.
Avoid the boomerang effect – Some companies went all in, to fast, and lost sight of following the Profit First system, therefore going back to their old ways (yes, I’ve received emails regarding this, too).
Know that there are over 300,000 companies who have implemented, successfully, Profit First. YOU CAN TOO!
Email me! Let me know you are reading Profit First and that you’ve “drawn your line in the sand” (if you’re reading you’ll know what I mean!) and I will respond to you.
Lastly, I invite you to get the free resources for Profit First. From a Profit First One Sheet to finding banks to open your accounts in, it’s there waiting for you!
Remember – Profit is not an event. Profit is a habit!
-Mike
PS – We’re big on paying it forward. Want to get on board? Email us and tell us your story! We want to hear your Profit First testimonial. Email Jenna@mikemichalowicz.com, and we will share your story on our social media platforms so that business owners like you benefit as well!
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October 9, 2020
The Introverted Entrepreneur – The Latest Mike Up In Your Business Podcast
Is it possible to run a business without the outgoing traits of a prototypical leader?
Find out when we talk with Urban Wellness Counseling owner, Maureen Werrbach, LCPC. We discuss the advantages of being an extreme introvert while on your own entrepreneurial path.
Check out this fresh perspective on this episode of Mike Up In Your Business.
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The Importance of Friends
We talk a lot about how to improve and maintain a solid mindset. One of my secret ingredients? Friendships.
Did you know there was a recent Harvard study that determined our social interactions are just as important to our health as sleep, exercise and diet?
As entrepreneurs, we spend so much time working. And sure, we have friendships within work and speak with clients and colleagues. But we need to remember to carve out time for friends, new and old. For our well being, and theirs.
Reach out to a friend today. Check in on them and share some experiences.
You’ve got this! – Mike.
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October 4, 2020
For positive results in your business, do this!
The results you want? It’s all in your head!
What I mean by this is simple. The more positive you are, the more positive results you will drive. Check out this quick video to for some quick how to’s.
You’ve got this! – Mike.
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September 28, 2020
Make Someone Smile
Someone is excited about receiving their You’ve Got This t-shirt!
Meet Paul Maskill – Entrepreneur, and clearly on board with the encouragement movement! Paul’s key focus is helping small business owners automate their businesses. Our kind of guy!
This is the kind of spirit we love to see. Business owners helping other business owners, and encouraging those in their community.
This is why you’ve seen me wearing my You’ve Got This t-shirt so often… (I promise I do laundry just as often, and have more than one of these t-shirts!)
Call it an air high five. It’s just one way to uplift others and make them smile. And can’t we all use that right now?
Check out this video from me about the shirt.
Let’s start an encouragement movement, even in a small way. To order a t-shirt (women’s and men’s styles) CLICK HERE!
Make someone smile!
You’ve got this!
-Mike
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