Funny story. I used to think that Peter Gabriel song said 'Or-gan-ize' instead of 'In Your Eyes.' I'm not sure why, because now I realize that the two sound nothing like each other, but I digress.
All Genesis ex-lead vocalists aside, organization is so key when it comes to shaping a business (or not shaping one, for that matter). Cindy brought up a fantastic point in my last post that many of us created (or are creating) binders, notebooks and spreadsheets to prepare for weddings and various events--- why shouldn't we have the same resources for building a business?
SO, readers--- I'm taking action. Each Roadmaps post (if applicable) will come bearing gifts in the form of a PDF document. Feel free to apply these documents to your specific needs, and I'll do my best to make them as broad as possible. Utilize these--- how about setting aside a pretty binder (like this one!) to keep them all together?
Look for documents such as financial worksheets, how-to's, prep documents and pertinent questions you'll need to ask yourself prior to taking the plunge.
With that said, I'll keep you waiting for the next 'Roadmaps' topic: Creating a Life Plan. Stay tuned! If you're still craving some biz advice, visit Marisa's excellent podcast aptly titled, "On Money, My Story."
Until next time, love to you all.
14 comments:
i will forever be singing "or-gan-ize" now whenever PG plays on the radio.
love it.
these are fabulous posts. you are such a dear.
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Hihi I do all the time...mix up the words .... quite emberassing ...but great fun when reading others doing the same ;-) Why have'nt anyone made a song on organizing btw! Your posts are so interesting! I cannot wait for the next one ...I'm in serious need of a life plan ;-)
I think we all are, dear. Trust me--- I'm just as excited as you are! :)
You ladies are so fabulous! I'm excited to check out the podcast...
Wow, I SO need these PDFs! Can't wait. I'm in desperate need of some organization in my 2 businesses. Glad to know I'm not alone.
OH YAY! So glad you'll be able to utilize this! :)
On the topic of business organization: I encourage people to check out Billings software. I just started an interior design biz, and as a more creative, wordy person I have some, um, difficulties with Excel. Billings just makes more sense to me AND my iBook. They have a free trial, which is what I'm using currently, but I think I'm going to pay the $60. It just makes SO MUCH SENSE for hourly (or minute-ly) billing AND I can add products. Just wanted to share some of my new found organization. Thanks for all the info about business! I'm all about it.
GREAT TIP, ECHO!!! :)
Off to check it out...
YAY! Any excuse to shop for office supplies is ok by me. I think a tab called inspiration should be included for the e-zines.
I'm looking forward to the next chapter and the pdfs. Nothing like a little "assigned" homework to get things started.
OMG I LOOOOVE HOMEWORK! :)
organization can be SO satisfying! thanks for the encouragement, e! i am planning on heading off to target tonight after work to try and find a binder for my biz planning, and they better have some good ones! bring on the pdfs...
YAY! WILL DO!!! :)
That was a great tip in the comments, I'll check it out (serious ORGANIZATIONAL challenges here), and I can't believe YOUR constant generosity. Love it. You're the best!
xoxo
OH Melissa--- you're so so sweet! :)
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