Facebookology is about the social psychology of using facebook for business, and with that I decided to start “Facebook Fan Friday” – a tribute to fans of Warrior-Preneur that actively participate, understand engagement and share with others. A fan that gets that “givers gain!”
Last week, due to my very sick cat, I did not select a fan, thank you fans for being so understanding.
This week, I have selected a very special Warrior-Preneur that demonstrates the power of relationship building naturally! We first met on Twitter and then grew to know each other better on Facebook. We have even turned our connection into contact and had a GREAT conversation on the phone – he GETS it! Meet Bill Browning!
Take a few moments to learn about Bill, and then connect with him, be a resource and honor a great Warrior-Preneur today!
What’s one thing that makes you unique?
I found this question hard to answer because I have never considered myself unique. I know we’re all unique, but what is it that makes me different? I wasn’t sure so I called two friends. The first word out of both of their mouths was “passion.” In roughly the same words both said, “You’re passionate about helping others and you’re passionate about your life.”
I must say I was surprised by their answer and touched. I said thanks guys, but everybody says that. It’s kind of like going to an interview and saying your best quality is that you like people.
Both said “Here’s the difference.” One said that you “live it.” It’s in every fiber of your being. Every decision you make, every interaction you have is about being true to yourself and sharing that with others.
My second friend said, “It’s not about the money. You’re willing to do whatever it takes. It shows up in everything you do – your work with seniors, business or playing it doesn’t matter, it’s all the same.”
As I think about what they said, it’s possible I haven’t considered myself passionate because I take it as there is no other option. We’ve each been given a unique set of gifts and it’s our responsibility to use them fully by passing them on. On a practical side, the cost of not doing do, is too great.
One other thing about unique. Thomas Leonard my first coach said he never had worked with anyone like me saying that I was “dogged.” I wasn’t sure if that was a good thing or not so we came up with another word and blended the definition.
The word was perseverance – continued action in a state of grace despite difficulties and obstacles.
So in a nutshell – passion, perseverance, and experience (I’ve done a lot).
What’s your favorite thing about running your own biz?
Freedom, flexibility, discovery, creativity, connection. Freedom and flexibility is really all about choice. I get to choose the life and work I want. As I change, my business changes. So for me, it’s about personal discovery, growth, creativity, and self–expression. Connection – It’s all about relationships.
What you do? I build businesses. I change lives.
Change Agent I’ve been told and consider myself to be a Change Agent. You bring me in, things change.
Connector I had never heard this term until Ann listed me as a Connector, but it’s what I do. I build relationships; heart-to-heart and then share that with others.
Coach I don’t compartmentalize between business and life. I don’t think God or the universe does either.
There’s a level of mastery where there is no distinction between work and play. That’s what I want. My clients tell me what they want and then we set about doing it.
Thanks Bill for sharing, and for being a true giver, in person and online!
Ann M. Evanston is a “Chief Breakthrough Officer” teaching other Business Warriors how to slow down, and find the most unique part of their business that makes them stand out among the crowd. She has been named one of the top marketing consultants by About.com, is a guest blogger for Showcasing Women and takes pride in moving you from “blah, blah, blah” to “BOOM, BOOM. BOOM!”
Facebookology is about the social psychology of using facebook for business, and with that I decided to start “Facebook Fan Friday” – a tribute to fans of Warrior-Preneur that actively participate, understands engagement and share with others. A fan that gets that “givers gain!”
This week’s Warrior-Preneur Facebook Fan is Jennifer Duchene! I asked her to share, so we could put on our “how can I help you” networking hats, read this and reach out to someone who GETS IT! Here is what she said:
1.One thing that makes me unique? I believe everyone should live in surroundings that embrace them and their style!
2. Power partners include: Contractors, Painters, Tilers, Handymen, Landscape artists, Organizers, Closet arrangers, Carpet & Rug people. Frame stores, Tiles Stores, people who sell art. Personal Shoppers. Upholsterers. Furniture shops Movers. Personal service people like hairdressers
Realtors, Mortgage brokers – anyone who has the ear of homeowners & renters.
3. You can find Jen here: http://home-decorating-makeovers.com/ or www.lyshome.com (same website different link) or I linked her fan page above!
4. Your favorite thing about running your own biz? All the incredible people I meet.
5. What you do: I transform ordinary bland rooms into stylish comfortable spaces, one day home or office makeovers, using what is already there and adding what is needed(if anything), to fit budget and lifestyle.
I do color consultations, help people make decorating decisions. Educate my clients. Shop. I can do as little as a one hour consultation – all the way to a whole house.
Moving in, Moving out (staging with existing furniture) Downsizing, Upsizing, Combining households or picking paint colors, hanging art or shopping & arranging accessories furniture, window treatments.
6. Who would you most like to meet ( type of person) that would help you get to the next level? Most like to meet someone in the who can assist me to raise my visibility nationally, help me create my own products and TV show. Not sure what type of person that is – a promotional agent ?
Recently Jen posted this in a discussion on my wall, and I think it sums up how powerfully beautiful she is: “I am so there with y’all – engagement means across the board – passion – how can we live without out it – laughter angst and shoes – definitely shoes.”
Take a few minutes today to meet Jen, offer a resource, suggestion or insight based on what you read, I promise you will be happy you did! Thanks Jen for being Warrior-Preneurs “Facebook Fan” this Friday!
I look forward to selecting the next fan, selections are made each Wednesday so I can get info and prepare the blog. Participate, share, and get exposure!
Ann M. Evanston is a “Chief Breakthrough Officer” teaching other Business Warriors how to slow down, and find the most unique part of their business that makes them stand out among the crowd. She has been named one of the top marketing consultants by About.com, is a guest blogger for Showcasing Women and takes pride in moving you from “blah, blah, blah” to “BOOM, BOOM. BOOM!”
I have been writing about the traits and characteristics that great Warrior-Preneurs possess:
1- history
2- discipline
3- sexy
This week community:
I was honored to be a part, if even a small one, of this community created by a Warrior-Preneur that exemplifies this trait: Ted, @setla on Twitter. What he might not even realize, by including, not excluding, he created opportunity for more community to occur. I had the chance to meet a phenomenal group of people that I have been following on Twitter, and now we are connected – that’s community!
These were taken at the premiere event, where I met (left to right, first is me) Lori Moreno, Adriel Hampton, Dave Malby and Lori. As well as Jeanette Joy pictured below. I think social media is an amazing place to meet connect and grow – how are you creating community?
Ann M. Evanston is a “Chief Breakthrough Officer” teaching other Business Warriors how to slow down, and find the most unique part of their business that makes them stand out among the crowd. She has been named one of the top marketing consultants by About.com, is a guest blogger for Showcasing Women and takes pride in moving you from “blah, blah, blah” to “BOOM, BOOM. BOOM!”
I think this video says it all. It’s easy, especially starting out, to take FREE advice too readily. Be smart, be strategic!
How can you weed through all the FREE advice on social media and make smart choices for your business?
Ann M. Evanston is a “Chief Breakthrough Officer” teaching other Business Warriors how to slow down, and find the most unique part of their business that makes them stand out among the crowd. She has been named one of the top marketing consultants by About.com, is a guest blogger for Showcasing Women and takes pride in moving you from “blah, blah, blah” to “BOOM, BOOM. BOOM!”
Over several weeks I have been sharing the traits a successful Warrior-Preneur develops. See, a Warrior-Preneur is the NEXT LEVEL of entrepreneur! Week one HISTORY, week two, DISCIPLINE and this week SEXY!
Now before you get your feathers ruffled, watch the video, then tell me what you think!
Ann M. Evanston is a “Chief Breakthrough Officer” teaching other Business Warriors how to slow down, and find the most unique part of their business that makes them stand out among the crowd. She has been named one of the top marketing consultants by About.com, is a guest blogger for Showcasing Women and takes pride in moving you from “blah, blah, blah” to “BOOM, BOOM. BOOM!”
Last week I shared with you the first and most important trait of a Warrior-Preneur: History. This week it’s a tough, but powerful one to incorporate into your life: discipline.
Do you have the discipline to do what needs to be done? Where are the areas in your life you need more discipline? How will you remind yourself to do those things?
Ann M. Evanston is a “Chief Breakthrough Officer” teaching other Business Warriors how to slow down, and find the most unique part of their business that makes them stand out among the crowd. She has been named one of the top marketing consultants by About.com, is a guest blogger for Showcasing Women and takes pride in moving you from “blah, blah, blah” to “BOOM, BOOM. BOOM!”
