Planner Printables, A Sick Puppy, and The Painters

I haven't posted much this week. It's been a CRAZY week! But I have lots of stuff for you in this post, including info about an upcoming webinar, an update on what's going on with me since the launch of Life of the Dirt Road, and an awesome $10 deal! So keep reading so you don't miss anything.

If you follow me on Facebook, then you'll know that my little dog Austin had surgery for cancer. This was a recurrence of a previous issue. And so we made the decision to shut down the "It Should Be A Dog's World" website and FB page. My heart just wasn't in it knowing that the cancer will almost undoubtedly return again and I will lose my boy. He is 15 years old now and this past surgery was hard on him. We won't put him through it again. He will just be allowed to live in comfort, surrounded by love, until the time comes to help him over the Rainbow Bridge.

On another note, the painters finally came out to start on our house! Yay! There is no way it will be finished in two weeks as estimated. Not yay...

We are now living in total chaos. I am choosing paint when I have absolutely no sense of color. My husband and I are having endless debates over furniture purchases.

In other words, we are having an absolute blast turning our house of the dirt road into our dream home! Even as we squabble over the Malted Milk baseboards...

Life on the Dirt Road

I am busily working to bring my vision to life. Of course, there will be revenue streams. I've joined at an MLM that I think will be a perfect fit. (Yes, I'm back in the MLM biz!) Plus a few other support revenue streams.

And there will be products, and workshops, and events, and gatherings, and masterminds, and videos, and a podcast, and book clubs, and mindset calls, and all the good stuff you need to find your "dirt road" and design your best life.

If any of this sounds interesting, just keep reading this blog because....as always.....

As I flesh out my idea and launch new pieces, my loyal readers will get first dibs.

Now let's talk about that $10 awesome deal!

Speaking of which, I'm pretty happy with the first product piece to be offered.

Designing My Best Life Planner Printables

The one thing that has really helped me in my business is planning and tracking. Now planners and trackers are everywhere! That is not going to change anytime soon. You can even buy them at Walmart. But my Planner Printables are different.

If you are looking for a planner that is designed specifically for the home business person, this is it.

You will get goal setting worksheets, daily, weekly, and monthly planners, checklists and trackers to help you stay on the path towards your goals, content creation planners, as well as tips and information on a variety of topics to help you design your best life.

The planners and worksheets come in a variety of formats so you can choose the one that best fits you.

And it's printable...which means you don't have to buy a new planner every year. Just print the sheets you need.

Plus as a bonus, I've included my Vision Board Journal and the Living Abundantly Abundance Log.

Normally $27, I'm giving all this to my readers for just $10 for a limited time.

Click here to purchase now

You'll think this lead gen strategy is too good to be true. It's not.

Let's face it. Even though we know we shouldn't, we always have our radar up for the magic online lead strategy.

The kind where you don't have to do much but the leads flow in anyway.

While there really isn't such a thing, a busy teacher named Bryan might have stumbled upon one of the closest things to it.

And he's about to give us the good on exactly how it works.

If you can download an app on your phone, you can do this.

And there's a massive pool of people waiting on this app to hear about your business or opportunity!

In fact it works so weel, this guy Bryan got 98 leads in 24 hours using it.

An 8 year old can literally do this. And so can YOU!

Register here...

They're EVERYWHERE!

I don't like fakers.

And it seems like I've seen them everywhere lately.

Charlatans promoting fake gloom and doom to make money off other people's fear. Fake "gurus" claiming super success when in reality they haven't made a dime, all in the hopes of making a quick buck off the latest "get-rich-quick" scam. Fake "surgeon doctors" wanting to be my "friend" 😉😉 on social media. (Ewwwww....)

I just don't like the fakers trying to take advantage of others for their own personal gain.

I'm 65 years old. I've been in this game a LONG time. I've seen a lot of things.. And yes, I have even fallen for some of the BS. Maybe that's why I'm so good at being able to spot the crap now.. And maybe that's why I dislike people who want to USE others who are just trying to create a better life for themselves and their family.

People who would tell a struggling single mom to borrow money to join their company at the "VIP" level...even though they knew she would most likely not be able to pay it back easily. (Yup...I did that. If I didn't, no one would take me "seriously" about my business...or so I was told)

People that will push you to do things that just don't feel comfortable for you and if you don't, they tell you that you aren't coachable. That you don't have a prosperity mindset.

I do not like it. BECAUSE IT'S WRONG!

I don't like the fakers. I hate manipulation. I hate the all the fake prosperity, and the fake lifestyles, and the fake happiness and the name-dropping, all designed just to get into your pocket.

But you know what I love? I love opportunity. I love the internet. I love the idea that you can start a small online "thing" and grow it as big as you want..

I love that you can find your audience, create a customer base, provide what they need, and earn a NICE living.

I love that a grandma like me could build a life that allows her to live exactly where and how she chooses while helping others do the same.

I love that technology has given us a chance to live a life of FREEDOM.

LIFE ON THE DIRT ROAD.

It's real and it's possible.

So the next time something just feels slimy and sleazy, trust that feeling. It's probably right.

And the next time you are being pushed to do something that just makes you feel uncomfortable, ask yourself, "Is there another way to promote my business or reach my audience I CAN do?" Because of course there is.

Don't be afraid to question. Do things your way. I did. I have even walked away from a couple of the biggest names in the industry because I just can't do what they want.

(These guys aren't doing anything wrong by the way. And what they do totally works for them. But it just didn't work for me. And rather than push myself to do it and dread promoting my business, I found another way.)

And you know what? The world kept spinning. No one attacked me. No one shunned me. (Or if they did I didn't notice. Must not have been anyone important.)

I watch so many people build themselves a "business" that just becomes another job. And doesn't that kind of defeat the whole purpose? Didn't we start a business so we could have more? Not only more money, but more time. Hard to do if you simply traded one form of "employment" for another.

Don't let that be you. Trust yourself. Challenge yourself. And go get what is yours.

And if I can be of any help, SHOUT.

Lot's of cool stuff coming in 2023. Some of it might make a real difference for you. And the one thing I can promise you is this....

I'M NOT FAKE. They don't come any more real than me. (And if you're not sure about that, go follow me on social media. I share everything there...warts and all.)

Late to the Party

Have you ever shown up late to a party? You wanted to be there on time but you got held up at work or your clothes just didn't look right or your hair had a mind of its own. Whatever the reason, you just didn't make it on time.

And when you DID get there, the food had been picked over. The drinks were warm. And all your friends were standing there, staring at you with that "late again" look on their faces.

That was me back in 2016 when I finally decided to show up to the online business party. Late again, of course.

It's sad really because I wasn't just missing out on some good times, I was leaving major money on the table. And I was working much harder than necessary clinging to the old ways of doing business.

Revenue from online businesses has continued to trend upwards year over year.

Just take a look at online HOLIDAY shopping. Last year's Black Friday and Cyber Monday were record breakers. Black Friday made $13.4 billion in online sales alone, with Cyber Monday bringing in an additional $11.3 billion.

Now you know why I'm so excited about online business and marketing.

I don't want you to make the same mistake I did. I know you are already online. Otherwise you wouldn't be HERE. But are you really generating all the income you could?

What would you do with some extra cash in your business this quarter? Or more importantly, what would losing out on extra cash mean to you and your business?

We've already seen the push for after-holiday sales starting. But did you know that consumers aren't necessarily flocking to the stores anymore? It's true.

Believe it or not, people actually SHOP on Instagram now. Yup...that's right. Instagram! And blogs, TikTok and YouTube. That means NOW is the time to start using social media to your advantage and being more intentional about your promotions in 2023

The internet give you huge opportunities to maximize your revenue. HUGE!!!

If you're a little bit late to the party, don't worry. There's still time to learn.

BeClub is coming! It's time to learn 360 Marketing. And when you join the group, I'll add you to my VIP group where we'll be working even more intensely on these skills.

BeClub membership is by invitation only. But you can still join us. I can get you in! Holler at me if you want to join us.

Any questions? Just drop 'em in the comments. Or reach out on social media.

2023 is the year to BE! It's the year for your BUSINESS to be. Everything you were always meant to be.

 

Some Tips and a Question

First...

Before we get to the tips and the free stuff, I need your help making more content that will help you. What are you struggling with most? itdoesn't need to be a long paragraph. Checklist style will work. I'm gearing up to create more trainings in 2023 and want to make it exactly what you need

Now, how about some email marketing tips:

• Just do it. Can't put it any more plainly than that.
• Get to know your audience better. In 2023, make it a priority to really get to know your audience. Don't just know who they are. Know what makes them tick.
• Be more transparent. Don't try to be sneaky about getting email addresses. Don't add people who didn't opt-in. You'll alienate your audience and damage your brand.
• Reward more. It pays to include free content in your emails. These types of resources are great for improving engagement.
• Send at the best time. Timing matters a lot. Tuesdays and Thursdays are best. Realistically, you will need to do your own testing to determine the best time to send your email. Make that a 2023 goal!
• Clean up your list. If you haven't deleted inactive subscribers, it's time. You should update your list twice a year. If you don't it can negatively impact email deliverability.
• Simplify. The new year is a great time to declutter. And that includes your email design. Minimalistic designs are popular. Look at your colors, fonts, and layout. Do you have enough white space? These are all things you should reevaluate in 2023.

Got any questions? Just post them in the comments and we can chat.

One more thing...

If you're actively building your business online, and you're not generating the leads you need, you might want to tune into our FREE walkthrough showing you the exact lead generation method used by the most successful online businesses in any industry.

It's a simple 3-step model for finding and connecting with your ideal prospects.

Plus it is totally duplicatable (OMG, there's that word. The one ever MLMer knows all too well).

I use it in my own business so I can promise you, it works.

If you're ready and you want to level up your game, join me tomorrow on a no-cost training.

Register here

You've got nothing to fear...for Pete's sake, you already read my blog so you know I'm not some crazy stalker chick!

How to Get Your Prospects To Take Action More Often

Just because I've shifted my focus in my business, doesn't mean I'm not going to be talking about marketing....

A LOT!

Being able to market my offers effectively is what allows me to live the life I do.

So today, I've got a marketing tip for you. It has always worked. It will ALWAYS work to get people to take action more often.

Here's the tip...

Whenever you're promoting an offer of a product, your success relies on how much action you can get your prospects to take. And one thing that moves people to action better than anything is PRESSURE.

I'm not talking about the type of hard pressure that makes you feel sleazy and uncomfortable. I'm talking about creating a sense of URGENCY. "Do this by (time) or you'll miss out on (benefit)." Why do you think so many events have early bird pricing? Why holiday sales have time limits? "On sale this weekend only!"

A strict deadline is the key to creating urgency. The fact is most people will wait until the last minute to take action even with a deadline. Which is why you want to apply pressure right before the deadline strikes. To create major FOMO (Fear of Missing Out).

There you go! Try creating a little urgency with your next offer and see what happens.

5 Steps for Niching Your Business

To niche or not to niche...that is the question. There are lots of opinions on this. 

Personally, I think niching makes marketing so much easier. It helps you determine exactly who your market is. It helps you narrow down what you offer and what results you give. 

The big problem with niching is that most entrepreneurs don't know how to find their niche. They try to market to everybody. Or they try to work multiple businesses. This is especially true of network marketers. And when that doesn't work they get discouraged and quit.

If you are ready to find your business niche, here are are some tips to help you.

1. Determine your interests. What do you like to do? What are you passionate about? What is it that would make you jump out of bed every morning  ready to get to work? If you are starting a business that bores you to tears just because someone said it's a money maker, chances are you won't be successful. Your heart won't be in it and prospects will pick up on that lack of enthusiasm.

2. Determine your skills. What are you good at? What can you help other people with? Just because something interests you doesn't mean it's a good business niche. I'm a data junkie. I love facts, and figures and numbers. But I am absolutely no good at building spreadsheets or accounting. So I just settle for a "fountain of useless information" as my husband says. (But I will definitely kick a$$ on trivia night!. Need a team mate?)

3. Determine who you want to help. Everyone is not necessarily a good fit for you and your business. When I started, I wanted to help every network marketer everywhere. But then I discovered there were definitely those I did not enjoy working with. So then I decided I wanted to focus on women. But still...there were ladies that made me want to cry by the time I was done working with them. It took me a while to figure out that I was really looking for people like me. Those who don't necessarily subscribe to the popular definition of "success", but are looking to create a lifestyle that suits them...even if that doesn't include big houses and fancy cars. These are the folks I love working with because we can relate to each other. They are my niche.

4. Do your research. Who are your competitors? What do they offer that you don't? What can you offer that they don't? 

5. Hone in on your specialty! This is probably the most important thing you'll need to know – make sure that you put the time and effort into really focusing in on your specialty and deciding what you will (and won't) do for your clients.

Too many entrepreneurs start out trying to be all things to all people. After all, any client is better than no client, right? But finding your niche is the best way to successfully break into a market. You can always grow from there.  

I'm Doing It My Way

I have to admit it. I'm not fancy. I'm pretty low-maintenance. Even when I lived in places like Washington DC or NYC, I was still a small town girl at heart. So it's no surprise that when I finally found my "dirt road", it was an actual dirt road!


Have you found YOURS yet? Fancy marketers call it LIVING THE DREAM. I think it's just freedom. Freedom to live where and how you choose.

All the gurus telling you how to be successful are showing you pictures of big houses, and fancy cars, and exotic vacations....I never had any interest in that. I drive a Jeep Gladiator. I live in an old country home. And our vacations are usually things like camping in the Everglades or skiing in Lake Tahoe. I totally understand some people like all the glitz and glamour, but it's just not me.

My life...my way.
Your life...your way.

That's what I teach.

Imagine creating a life where you could do what you wanted, when you wanted.
No job you hate. No need to live somewhere you weren't absolutely in love with just because that's where your job was. Just living YOUR dream. That's what life on the dirt road is and that's what we're going to be working on from now on.

It breaks my heart to see people stuck...in a job, in a location, in a relationship....in a RUT...with no way out. Or so they think.

I was talking to a friend yesterday who was telling me she and her family were getting ready to move...again...because her husband was once more being transferred by his company. She wasn't excited about packing up everyone in the middle of a school year and moving across the country. But she was also sort of glad because they had just spent the last 2 years living in a city they absolutely hated. But that's where her husband's job was. And all I could think to myself is that this just doesn't make sense. It never has.

Life is far too short to be miserable! Which is why when I began to understand all the ways I could bring in extra income, based around whatever I was already doing, and create multiple streams of income, I took what I learned from everyone along the way, adapted it to my way of doing things....

And...VOILA!

Here I am enjoying life on my "dirt road".

Have you found yours yet? I'd love to help. We have something coming up that just might be what you're looking for. Stay tuned for details! I'm truly excited about this.