by Ann Evanston | Jul 31, 2017 | Business Strategy, Relationship
Last month I shared with you that I have started “Champion Salons.” A Champion Salon is an amazing way for you to expose your business to the power of giving to others. In networking and relationship building, we often forget that it’s more about how you give rather than what you get. The Law of Reciprocity is the practice of give first, and within giving, reciprocation happens for you. Champion Salons practice that model, and also allows you to gain exposure for your business in new ways.
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One of the most important things to participating in a Champion Salon is coming without any judgement. This means you will have greater exposure if you:
🏼 share without worrying if it’s a “right fit” or not
🏼 let go of perceptions that your list or connections care or not
🏼 don’t worry if your network can afford it or not
🏼 remove mindsets that you don’t have a strong enough network
🏼 end thinking there isn’t enough to go around
🏼 resist thinking you don’t have time
🏼 honor that you want support and can ask for what you need
I find for many entrepreneurs this isn’t easy. In my Champion Salons we work to break though and achieve that together. We inspire yes. We motivation visibility. We increase potential for everyone involved. Ready to play?
by Ann Evanston | Jun 28, 2017 | Business Strategy, Relationship
In May I wrote a blog about shifting how we think about networking. In order to become more influential in our careers, we have to start thinking about broader more shallow networks instead of deeper, and much smaller networks.
I’d like to you to think about your deeper smaller networks as your referral base. These are people that you get to know much more deeply, spend a considerable amount of time with, and there are probably people that you will joint venture with and partner with in order to get results.
The challenge then becomes for women, because we so naturally build deeper relationships, is how to build the broader network that actually feels valuable.
First of all, let me say that it honestly takes way less time! Your referral network takes considerable time! Conversations on the phone, meeting for coffee, really getting to know each other’s work and how you can support each other…. those things are time consuming!
In building your broader network, the key is to think about the “emotional bank account” theory. You want to do simple quick things every so often that shows that you are in touch, know something about the person, and can be helpful without asking for what you need. By doing this you create karma, and reciprocity.
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The best influencers in your industry do this.
What comes around will always go around. What are simple things you do to build emotional bank accounts with people?
by Ann Evanston | Jun 21, 2017 | Business Strategy, Influence Factor
I’m so excited about a “circle of inspiration” that I’m going to participate in! In its basic form, it’s the truest definition of mastermind. Napoleon Hill, who first used the word, stated that mastermind is: “The coordination of knowledge and effort of two or more people, who work toward a definite purpose, in the spirit of harmony.”
There is true beauty in participating in a group like this.
First, there is no competition. Even if people are striving to achieve similar goals, the mindset of abundance and giving spreads deeply throughout the group.
Second, there is absolutely no shaming. You’re able to open up and express yourself, real and raw, and be accepted 100% for your choices. In the group support and encouragement is offered as well as insight to help you with choices you’re making.
Third, you are challenged to achieve what you want, and more! It’s an amazing space for accountability along with the encouragement.
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I have for many years run a MasterMind for women entrepreneurs. I’m excited now I found a group of women to participate in one with me!
Are you looking for a “shame free zone” to encourage and inspire you? You can learn more about my Entrepreneurs MasterMind retreat here. And this is my program for women only, check it out!
by Ann Evanston | Jun 7, 2017 | Business Strategy
I recently had one of the worst things that can happen in your network. Happen to me!
I had a long time business partner and now lifelong friend over for dinner recently. We talked all kinds of fun in the garden over a glass of wine. I made a great dinner, continuing the conversation with our meal.
Of course we at some point discussed our businesses…how are things, what are you working on, and excited about. And then the worst thing happened! It was so bad it didn’t even dawn on me how bad until a few days later!
She said: “well, most people I know can’t afford you.”
It isn’t the worst thing because it may be true. It’s the worst thing because she is making that decision FOR THEM. In your network you need people who believe in what you do, refer people, and allow them to decide for themselves. You need people that believe in you and don’t worry about your prices.
Please don’t pre-qualify people. It is not a waste of my time to have the conversation with someone and see if we are a right fit.
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by Ann Evanston | May 27, 2017 | Business Strategy, Indulgent Woman, MasterMind, Relationship
The ritual of centering, and creating a sacred space. Such an important part of energizing and creating balance in your life. Every time I have a women’s conference, my MasterMind retreat, or my women’s retreat it’s even more important. These are the “big things” in my work. When I have a group of amazing women showing up, ready to be vulnerable, to step in, reach, and grow, I must have the strength to hold the container.
Centering.
One obvious centering ritual is just to be sure that I energetically channel what I think is important in the material for those that are showing up. I write each of their names on the cover of the workbook and flip through the pages feeling the vibe and energy. I visualize the energy and breakthroughs that will happen while we are together. I feel laughter and love.
Of course I will be open to possibilities and what needs show up in the room! That’s why this centering ritual is about energy and heart.
Centering also requires that I nurture self.
Painting my nails is one of my favorite! Of course, Earl picked the colors, LOL. I adore the ritual of painting my nails, feeling pretty, feminine and strong. I am even more centered by having someone nurture me in such a simple way by picking colors for my nails. Simply out of love.
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Centering is a powerful way to indulge in your senses, your spirit, and the strength of who you are. It allows me to be more of who I need to be in the world. Sometimes it’s just simple things that create that power.
Do you have simple rituals that encourage you to center?
by Ann Evanston | May 10, 2017 | Business Strategy
I recall two amazing sessions with clients. Clients who want more, who trust my process, who are rule breakers like me! As a success coach, the balance of what I know works and what you dream for your life is what I bring together.
One said: “I just want to fuck around and make money.” So we talked about her favorite things to do, how they call a tribe and can pay the bills…she’s excited. We looked at a process for “fucking around” to make money fun!
Another said: “I just want to live life on my terms not the rules and games the world has created.” We talked about reinforcing that, and taking what she already has, her knowledge and experiences, and how all the “steps” to success can be redefined to build “living life on her terms”into money. She sold out her first event!
That’s what Warriors do…choose their own path, fuck around, go left instead of right. And guess what? You can be successful doing nothing they tell you! Hell, I am proof!
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