The book you don't read won't help
- Jim Rohn
Business Web sites
Coach U - the leading global provider of coach training programs. www.coachu.com or www.coachuoz.com.au
Business plans including free samples and software www.bplan.com
Business cards and stationery www.vistaprint.com at great cost, and some wonderful designs.
Entrepreneurial articles and resources www.zeromillion.com
Sunshine Coast Business Women's Network www.scbwn.org.au - if you are a local business woman looking to increase your contacts this is a must!!
Marketing Plan Workbook, Website Toolkit - www.actionplan.com and many more resources. If you are a Service Professional then you must visit this site and down load Robert's Free Marketing Workbook - well worth the investment ;)
When you're in business for yourself, by yourself, things can get a little crazy. www.flyingsolo.com.au helps sort everything out.
Whatever your calling, you can be effective, full of integrity, and in your heart with marketing, money and doing business www.heartofbusiness.com
To help market your website article writing is key. Placing articles throughout your website is one way. Placing articles on article sites is another way. Some article sites that I use include www.goarticles.com and www.ezinearticles.com.
Personal Web sites
Looking for better wellbeing, naturally? Well take a look at www.vitalityoptions.com.au for essential oils, yoga and pilates equipment, health information and much more.
If you have been struggling to find an organic hair range that not only cares for the environment and your health, but also smells divine and leaves your hair looking fantastic then you need to visit www.everescents.com.au - organic energy for your hair. I love this stuff!
Still on the theme of chemical free - check out www.mitadeze.com.au. These are the best cleaning cloths I've come across that don't require chemicals - and the price is fantastic too.
Beyond ReCreation helps you to take positive control back over your life with a unique natural healing system www.beyondrecreation.com.au
Travel directions throughout Australia www.whereis.com
Personal Image and Style Makeover www.imageimpact.com.au for when you need to know what your best look really is.
If you live on the Sunny Coast and are in need of some serious pampering then Indulge 4 Girls is for you. The Day Spa that comes to you and puts you and your girlfriends in the lap of luxury. www.indulge4girls.com.au - take a look for yourself!
For all you solo mumpreneurs out there - find some information and inspiration at the new online magazine www.singleparentbible.com.au
Smart-Mums is an online resource guide for busy Australian Mums providing parenting & lifestyle articles, quick links to informative & relevant websites, healthy recipes, weekly horoscopes, fantastic competitions and secure online shopping. www.smart-mums.com.au
If you've decided that starting your own business isn't for you right now, or you're looking for some part time work to tide you over while you build your business up, then you need to visit www.back2work.com.au - a site specifically for parents looking to head back to the work force
If you are looking for some parent friendly career services then visit www.careerprofilers.com.au they can assist you in dealing with a variety of challenges, whether that be making a career change, help with job hunting strategies and more.
Ever wondered what other women think and feel about being a modern day mum? Then you need to visit this site! There are personal stories by mums, a great discussion board, and an emphasis on the woman you are. Be informed, be linked, and be heard – discover the voice of mums today! www.mothersbeheard.com
Coaches Web sites
Coach Jenny Mallos http://www.totaltransformationlifecoaching.com Coach Jenny works with clients who are through dreaming about their ideal life and are ready to do something about it. She helps clients live a life of passion, enthusiasm and joy and the time to live it NOW!
Life Coach Deb Thompson www.sunshinelifecoaching.com.au Based on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Debs works with Mums whose kids have finally left home, only to leave mum with that feeling of "Well, who the hell am I?"
Coach Marc DeBruin www.landmarc.info Landmarc Coaching and Health Solutions offers two very distinct, but also very much related services: Life Coaching and Body Stress Release (BSR)
Classon, George; Richest Man in Babylon This book is a classic because it is full of simple easy to follow rules on how to become wealthy. If you haven't read it yet - go get it!
Covey, Stephen; 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Another work that has changed lives. I found this took a bit of concentration in parts, but worth sticking with. Some great advice on how to reorient your life around these habits.
Dent, Rochelle; STOP Mumpreneur Madness! 5 Steps to Finding the Time for Everything, While Keeping Your Sanity. A must read for every mum who works from home.
Gerber, Michael; The E-myth Revisited (1999) I have loaned this book to many of my clients, and all of them have that a-ha moment. Great for helping you understand who you are in relation to your business.Godin, Seth; Purple Cow (Transform Your business by being remarkable). This is a modern marketing book that will really help you get started in thinking outside the norm of how to get your business noticed.
Hay, Louise; You Can Heal Your Life Learn why you're not feeling 100% and what to do about it.
Herald, Justin; What are You Waiting For? An Australian rags to riches story with plenty of attitude. This book is great for motivation - you feel that if Justin can do it, why can't you!
Hill, Napoleon; Think and Grow Rich Another classic, but unlike Richest Man in Babylon is not so easy to read. The language is a bit outdated, however worth perservering as the information is timeless.
Jeffers, Susan; Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway This is a fantastic book to help you work through your fear of doing things. I first read it about 15 years ago and it really impacted my life at the time.
Kiyosaki, Robert; Rich Dad, Poor Dad This well known book is definitely worth a read to get you on the right track with your thinking about money. It's easy to read and there are a whole slew of Robert's books that you can read if you get the urge.
Richardson, Cheryl; Take Time For Your Life A great start for those looking for something more out of life. Easy to read and exercises to do sprinkled throughout. some very basic coaching principles that will make a huge difference to your life - if you put them into practice.
Robbins, Anthony; Awaken the Giant Within I loved this book - so many powerful ideas to change your way of thinking. You need to be ready for this stage of your life first though.
Singer, Blair; Sales Dogs An interesting look at the different types of sales people their are by comparing them with breeds of dogs. Helps you see you don't have to be a pit-bull to get the sale.
Whitecloud, William; The Magician's Way This is a very easy read on the Law of Attraction. Makes you think, but not too hard!
NB These books, and many more, are available for clients to borrow at no cost :)
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