Thriving Entrepreneur

Money can buy happiness.

That phrase may be a bit odd but, if you try to understand it in a different perspective, it is indeed true. If you have money, you would have the freedom not only to get the things that you want but also the things that you NEED. Money gives you the opportunity to do what you want to do so you need to view it as a tool to help yourself and the people around you feel good and be truly happy.

Three main things that you need to focus on:

Protection of assets from probate or conservatorshipMaking sure your assets are safe and growing either tax-free or tax-deferredProtection of assets from medical expenses or catastrophic situations

Making smarter use of your money can maximize your happiness. Don’t only invest your money but build your money with a strategy that is rock solid. Join Steve on his interview with Kris Miller and start ruling your money!

What are you focusing on in your life right now? Are you walking the path to failure or success?

Leslie shares her personal point of view that will open your eyes to the reality that failure is not a different path from success. Failure IS part of success.

Here are the foundational elements of facilitating the next thing that you want to do:

(P)urpose - Be clear behind the purpose of what you're doing or what you want to do in your life so you could live a principle that's important to you.

(O)utcome - What you gain out of that thing that you want to do or is planning to do.

(W)hat's in it for me? - The benefits you get once you've reached that purpose.

Don't give up hope. Find that thing that you can do better than everyone else. You can manifest positive outcomes in your life not only by knowing what your purpose is but also by knowing the 'why' behind that purpose. Join Steve in this enlightening interview with Leslie Stein on Thriving Entrepreneur.

How are you showing up in the world? How are you struggling and serving? What are the things that you want to put forward and what hinders you from doing them?

Whenever you’re thinking of the things that you want to do in your life, money will always associated with it. Oftentimes, you are limited in doing what you want because you don’t have money. But it isn’t about having a lot of money, it’s about how you make use of them.

Money gives you freedom to make choices and opportunity to share your greatness to other people. However, money will not keep you from having problems. But it will surely help you get through those tough times. You won’t be able to serve well if you’re struggling. This is where having the right mindset comes in.

3 important things you need to do to get started:

Consistent action – doing daily activities designed to move your business forwardEffective sales and marketing – having a strategy that helps you add people or money in the black results to your bottom-lineExpectant faith in action – believing at the highest level on what’s possible when it comes to growing your business

Everything that you’re saying to yourself will always come out in everything you do. Get motivated and start having the highest possible mindset as Steve interviews Wenddy Bailey on Thriving Entrepreneur.

Do you sometimes wonder where your life's heading? Being yourself is the very first step that you need to do if you want to live the life designed for you. It should always start with YOU.

4 things you need to know to begin your transformation:

1. Always take time to learn to do something new.

2. Get physical and just move around.

3. Talk to someone about how you feel.

4. Find something to be grateful for.

Don't get discourage. Knowing your true self and living your purpose will not only inspire you but also the people around you. Like what Liz said, "A little kindness and humor can change a person's life."

Be empowered today to live your purpose, get inspired and be an inspiration as Steve Kidd interviews Liz Nead on Thriving Entrepreneur.

The two important things that make up an effective Marketing Strategy are BUSINESS & PEOPLE. As proud members of the eWomen Network, we're here to teach you how to market your business well. eWn is a great place to meet and engage with like-minded business people that can help you and vice versa. If you want to boost your marketing and take it to a whole new level, there's only one thing to do: CONNECT with PEOPLE.

Host Steve Kidd is delighted to be joined today by a special guest and a very good a friend, who's the managing director of our local eWN here in Portland Chapter and the owner of a fabulous company called Stephanie Connects - Stephanie Arnheim.

When things start to fall apart & you can no longer see a glimpse of hope, always put in mind that you have 100% control of your life. You have a choice in the way you perceive whatever is going on. Re-frame your attitude so you can change your situation. You have to know and understand the power that you have within you and how you can take advantage of that power.

You cannot talk about what you do without integrating into that where you’ve come from. It’s not about what you’ve been through but what those experiences taught you. You past do not define your future but it helped you mold who you are today. If you want your situation to change, change your attitude. As long as you’re alive, it’s never too late.

Join Steve in this life-changing & eye-opening interview with Janice Strauser as she shares her personal life experiences in Thriving Entrepreneur.

Are you a perfectionist? Are you always beating yourself up for the wrong things you have done? Are you having a hard time admitting your mistakes?

If your answer to those questions is a big YES, then the first thing you need is SELF-FORGIVENESS. Often times we fall into that trap of perfectionism. We become pessimistic by thinking we're not good enough. But you have got to understand that it is ok to make mistakes. Things will not always turn out the way you want or planned them to. Never let your past mistakes define who you are now. Start giving yourself the grace to be imperfect. Admit your mistakes, learn from them and then move on.

Join Steve in his remarkable interview with Heather Stouffer as she shares her personal life experiences in Thriving Entrepreneur.

Who do you know?  Who should you be selling to?  Who would give you an honest opinion of your new product.  There are so many books an articles written about how to find new customers, but what about the customers you already have?

We used to call friends and family your "warm market" because you didnt need to build trust with them in order to tell them about you, your proidct of your company.  Steve is joined today by Natalie Cutler Welsh.  She is bringing back an old technique and giving it a fun new twist.  It is called the Shoulder Tap Technique.  Learn today where to find hidden money and more success in your business from using the shoulder tap technique on Thriving Entrepreneur

Did you know you can get on TV without a publicist or even if you’re not a celebrity? Yes, you can and Teej Mercer is a living proof that this is indeed possible.

Things that you need to be aware of:

Difference between a person who’s a media maverick and a person who’s a media wannabe.Trajectory of the four I’s of becoming a media maverick: Integrity, Impact, Influence & Income

All of us know that we can leverage the power of TV to gain brand visibility. But knowing about it isn’t enough. You have got to know how to do it the right way. You have to be smart. You have to be unique. Focus on authenticity instead of being a celebrity. To sum it all up, a true blue media maverick should have one important thing – a HEART to SERVE people.

Are you a media maverick or a media wannabe? Find out by joining Steve in this exciting and gratifying interview with Teej Mercer on Thriving Entrepreneur.

Two remarkable women who set out to make a difference.

Take a peek into Mimi Quick & Christi Bell’s past to see how their lives changed after seeking for what is true in order to achieve success.

Mimi shares with you her life changing experiences and her 4-Step System that is designed to help you defy obstacles in your life. Don’t fall into the trap of ignorance. Bring yourself into an alignment that you matter and that you are enough then make a change.

Then Christi talks about the importance of having wisdom to seek the truth, know the truth and live by the truth.

Join Steve in this eye-opening and heartfelt interview as Mimi & Christi share their story that will help you be a Thriving Entrepreneur. Now it’s your time to make a difference.