1. Focus On The Less Fortunate

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: 1. Drink a lot and go to Vegas or go to Vegas and drink a lot. 2. Caviar on the way up, caviar on the way down. 3. Get a massage. 4. Go to a movie on a weekday. 5. Write a blog about your success. 6. Go to a networking meeting and share your success with others less fortunate. 7. Spend 2 hours at a homeless shelter and serve 100 meals.

Thanks To: Jeffrey Taylor of Books by Jeffrey Taylor

2. Big Goals Deserve Big Rewards

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: For big goals, I recommend choosing something really awesome that you want like a trip, jewelry or spa day. Anything that is a big reward. Keep reminders of the big reward close at hand to keep you motivated. After you accomplish your big goal reward yourself by doing or buying the thing you wanted. Example: I picked out a ring at Tiffany’s then kept the webpage saved and looked at it weekly. Once I achieved my big goal I bought the ring! Now I wear it as a reminder of what I can accomplish!

Thanks To: Jennifer Davidson of Reality Check Coaching LLC

3. Sharing Success Is Sweeter!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: I have always found that ’sharing’ success makes it even sweeter! My best experiences of celebrating successes have been taking a vacation to a great location (such as a high-end resort in the Caribbean or at Disney World) with my family and bringing another family (who we’re really close with) as our guest. With this approach, we ensure that both the adults and the kids all have a great time, as we all share in celebrating the success together – which is what it’s all about!

Thanks To: David Sears of YouFloral

4. Add Pizzazz To The Event

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: When trying to think of a way to celebrate success ensure that whatever you choose has an element to it that makes it special. If you are going to venue add a limo to the event. This adds excitement and separates it from the day to day. Not to mention, it alleviates corporate concerns of drinking and driving. It is great if you can match your event to your locale. Whether you live on water and take everyone out sailing, live in the mountains and go to a nice resort.

Thanks To: Judy Misbin-May of CFN Services

5. Take A Break!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: For my husband and myself, both of whom are entrepreneurs, we try to reward ourselves by taking a break from the businesses and the kids if possible. This usually involves finding someone to watch the kids and then going to a restaurant for a date-night of sorts. We each get so bogged down with our businesses and taking care of the kids (2 sets of twins!) that we sort of lose ourselves in the process.

Thanks To: Barbara Schantz of Baby Dipper, LLC

6. Proclaim It From The Rooftops!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: When you have a success with your business (be it big or small), be sure to share it with others. It can be posted on Facebook or Twitter with an explanation of your success or it can be sent by email. It’s great to have a “fan club” in place who cheer for you, whether that is family, friends, clients, or all inclusive. When you share positive events with others, it encourages them also. If you feel you don’t want to “toot your own horn” write a humble disclaimer… and then proclaim it!

Thanks To: Janita Pavelka of New Song Piano Studio

7. Celebrate In The Moment

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Entrepreneurs should celebtate success in the moment, whenever success or awesome behavior happens. One way to do this is to stop and congradulate the individual for the success in front of the other employees. To make this praise really special, send a handwritten note home to the spouse telling of the success and how important the employee is to the overall success of the organization. Include a gift card to a restaurant for a nite out. For most employees, you’ll have had them at the note

Thanks To: Chris Gattis of Blue Point Strategies, LLC

8. You’ve Done Well, Now Do More

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Give yourself an extra hour that week to do something experimental with your work – something you’ve been dying to test, try, etc. but haven’t bumped it up on the priority list – you can afford to spend an hour that might not have a positive ROI just for the sake of experimentation + your own happiness

Thanks To: Danny Wong of Blank Label Custom Dress Shirts

9. Sweet Rewards!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Bring in a masseuse for the whole team!
“Treat’ them with Godiva on V-Day, Easter, Halloween & birthday’s.
Take an afternoon ‘off’ and kidnap the team. Check out the latest greatest flick at a theater near you.
Give weekend getaways to cool places.
Do gourmet lunches – IN-if possible.
Give tickets to theme parks tickets, plays, concerts.
Day trips – kayaking, hiking, biking

For me personally? I travel. Anywhere and everywhere! Third world and backpacking is my fave.

Thanks To: Lisa Brock of Brock Communications

10. Photos In Wal-mart

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: When I went to college, my Dad told me to take pictures of everything – my dorm room, the lady in the cafeteria, the roommate I hated etc. It was amazing advice and I’ve enjoyed looking back at the pics over the years! I am a film producer and just produced my first movie which is in major retailers now (Wal-Mart, Blockbuster, etc.) I plan to go around to all the retailers while the DVD is on the new release shelf and take my picture with the DVD in front of the retailer’s sign.

Thanks To: Pamela Peacock of Shadowlight Pictures LLC

11. The Money Dance

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Every time I get a new sale, I stand up in the office and do a “money dance”! My personal version is a little shake of the hips and one fist in the air, but you can personalize it however you want. It is definitely silly, but serves as a good reminder to give myself a pat on the back for every small success.

Thanks To: Mel Marten of ClaroConnect.com

12. Just Two Little Words. . .

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: It’s so simple. Just say “thank you”. Publicly thank whoever played a part in your success. It could be a vendor, employee or customer. If you have a company newsletter (internal or external), write a short article about how the individual helped create the success. This will boost company morale, deepen client relationships and show that you are not afraid to share the spotlight.

Thanks To: Jill Valeri of Valeri Marketing Solutions

13. Take A Vacation!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: After my business reached it’s first financial milestone, I took my family on a vacation! Sunny beaches, margaritas and white sandy beaches. In my opinion, there’s no better way to celebrate entrepreneurial success than taking time away from the office and spending it with the people you love!

P.S. After that, we set up IRA’s and college savings accounts;)

Thanks To: Debra Cohen of Home Remedies of NY, Inc.

14. Brag Brag Brag

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Tell the world, most importantly the media about your entrepreneurial success. Everyone, including the media loves good news, especially if it happens to a local person in their hometown. Celebrate your success by being on TV, the radio, in the newspaper. Scream to the world what you have accomplished, it feels exhilarating! Brag, brag and brag some more, it’s the best celebration and it’s free!

Thanks To: Lori Reader of Loveable Look-a-Like Dolls

15. Boast, Brag & Blow Your Horn

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Every Friday afternoon, set up a recurring meeting — with yourself. Make it an ongoing date for self congratulations, creating uninterrupted time to tally everything you feel good about. Rather than waiting for a major win, log all the tasks that week that you took pride in — large or small. This ongoing treat is a time you will look forward to, a way to boost your “employee morale” and give yourself credit, and I should add – an amazing way to start the weekend.

Thanks To: Selena Rezvani of NextGenWomen, LLC

16. The Fun Of Success!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Hold a “Virtual Celebration” telecall in which you and your clients have fun while networking amongst yourselves and finding out what you each have in common.

During the call, have a game of business-related twenty questions, or other fun game – winner gets a showcasing of their business on your website or blog, or free product, or admission to a paid teleconference, or other fun prize.

Customer appreciation is always important – best way to re-generate interest and stay successful.

Thanks To: Susan S. Bosco of Bosco Copywriting

17. Founder And Celebration Leader

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: As a newly launched business, early triumphs can be small, but significant to me. I celebrate by sharing the news with the people who have supported me. You are only as good as the people you associate with and sharing positive progress is that much sweeter with the people who have cared about you from the “sparse” beginnings. That’s it..a phone call or e-mail…it’s free but meaningful.

Just my thoughts, but this is definitely cheaper than blowing it on a new car!

Thanks To: Jamie Stern of www.AllergiesAndMe.com

18. Celebrate By Investing In You!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Entrepreneurs should celebrate themselves and the success of business by investing and re-investing in themselves and next level strategy. In other words, take the additional profit or marketing and branding success and use them to leverage your next power move. Examples would be hiring a high potential sales exec or buying market intelligence on your dream customer or engaging a consultant to develop your strategic and tactical plan for growth of the business and development of your talent.

Thanks To: John Haynes of Regeneration! Life & Biz Coaching

19. Don’t Be Bashful – Promote

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Whether winning a prestigious award, being named to a board, showing an increase in sales or expanding a product line, all are worthy of promotion.

Market and promote your accomplishments and turn those small or big successes into
something much larger. Share the news. Alert your existing and potential clients, media (industry, local, etc.), suppliers, strategic partners, social media sites and professional associations. Let them promote your achievements, creating even more success

Thanks To: Greg Jenkins of Bravo Productions

20. Early Christmas…

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: It’s about expression and not expense… So, whether you order an expensive bottle of champagne or cheap booze, go to an expensive restaurant or order a pizza takeout; make sure the ones who directly or indirectly contributed to the success feel appreciated and acknowledged…

Idea#1 Early Christmas: Surprise everyone and grab attention with a small get together event, key is to name it “Early Christmas”

Idea#2 Bowling: What better way to celebrate than relaxing with a beer and pizza.

Thanks To: Devesh Dwivedi of Entrepreneur In Making

21. Bathe With A Bordeaux

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: One of my favorite ways to reward myself and celebrate my successes is to bathe with a Bordeaux. Now you could bathe IN a Bordeaux but that might be a tad bit expensive and you’d smell like fondue.

How to do it? Grab a succulent glass of red wine, some lavender sea salts (I recommend the ones from Trader Joe’s), and the most vacuous fashion magazine you can find. Then stretch out in your tub of steaming water and soak your stresses away as you celebrate your pure genius.

Thanks To: Dr. Barnsley Brown of Spirited Solutions

22. I Will Have A Margarita Please

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Share success with others….celebrate and acknowledge your accomplishment! Take some time to savor the win over a margarita at a fun place with your favorite colleagues. Talk about it, give the details – the good, the bad, the ugly – tell the story about how it happened-laugh, cry, dance- and walk out and be ready for the next big success.rnBe the example for your colleagues….and when they call to say they won a big deal or did something great….tell them you will meet them to CELEBRATE!:)

Thanks To: Debbie Mrazek of The Sales Company

23. Vegas Baby!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: In our highest gross income year, I flew all my top executives on an all expenses paid trip to Las Vegas including lush accommodations, a private group dinner at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino, Cirque Du Soleil tickets and $500 cash to gamble and play! Since I couldn’t fly everyone to Vegas, I rewarded my additional 150+ staff a year-end bonus and company bowling night. Even though this was a hefty chunk out of my pocket, the rewards were definitely earned and in turn boosted production and moral

Thanks To: Joy Gendusa of PostcardMania

24. Reward Your Now & Future You

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: FOR A SMALL FAMILY OWNED – For each success calculate the actual PROFIT earned. Compute 10% of that amount. Use half the 10% amount or $100, whichever is less, and treat you, your family and employees to something special – even if it’s just a box of donuts. Put the balance of the 10% in a “success account” and then use the INCOME earned by that account during the year for another something special for you and your family.

Thanks To: Ilene Davis of Financial Independence Services

25. Success Log

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Entrepreneurs have limited bandwidth to recognizing and celebrate success in their day to day business. Those “successes” are far more valuable then given credit for – they are the intrinsic value of the company. Successes can be shared when seeking funding, establishing partnerships, proving a track record, not to mention the morale building by saying “good job” to co-workers. I suggest a “Success Log” to capture, document and share success.

Thanks To: Jeffrey Weber of I.D.E.A. to Exit

26. Celebrate Your Health!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: One business success element we can’t do without is our vitality. To celebrate making it to a signpost in one’s biz plan or 120-day plan, take a luxurious Friday afternoon off for a long run, a walk with your dog or an afternoon at the spa to rejuvenate and re-energize for the next leg of the journey.

Thanks To: Denise Stillman of Clear Directions, LLC

27. Risk & Reward Redefined

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Push the envelop for your team. Do something that will be remembered for a lifetime. In the processes build the legend of your company. We celebrated a big project delivery by hiring the State Department Counter-Terrorist Driving Instructors at the track. We learned evasive tactics, J-Turns and bootlegs, ran the skid pad and ended with a real race. It’s a memory we all cherish and it built up part of the legend that makes ODIN the best company in the world to work for!

Thanks To: Patrick Sweeney of ODIN – RFID Experts

28. The Slackline To Success

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: We put a slackline (tight rope) in our office as a reward for a significant milestone we reached. As a young startup, big fancy expensive dinners aren’t really in our budget (or our style) and “employee of the month” doesn’t work in a small company when everything is a true team effort. Startup life is thrilling, but it’s a constant challenge, sort of like walking on a slackline. Being able to have a little fun at work is the best reward for success. (Photo: Daniella Reichstetter, CEO)

Thanks To: Ashleigh Harris of Gyrobike

29. Someplace High N. California

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: I find so much inspiration and motivation every time I visit the wild areas on Northern California — I try to find a big hill or small mountain somewhere near one of the thousands of gorgeous scenic areas, and then scamper on up. The combination of physical and mental/emotional stimulation gets the ideas flowing, and almost always leads to something breakthrough. You can’t beat the mix of terrain, water, ocean, geology, and biology (and the food & wine once you get off the hill is good too!)

Thanks To: Randall Dean of The E-mail Sanity Expert

30. It’s All About The Wine!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: When something special happens in my business (an anniversary, a large order), I will go down into the wine cellar (my basement LOL) and grab a special bottle of wine. I’ll open something that I wouldn’t normally open. Often it takes something special to get us to enjoy life while we’re actually living. There’s no reason to hold on to that bottle, so when I hit the ball out of the park, I enjoy a nice red wine and toast with my wife.

Thanks To: Chris Reimer of Rizzo Tees

31. Share With Others

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Success is best when it’s shared! Be it landing a large contract or receiving special recognition for community service, share accomplishments with those who helped and even those who did not. For example, host a toast at a restaurant. Use the toast to acknowledge the personal or professional accomplishments of each attendee. Distribute gifts, thank you notes or even bonuses.

Thanks To: Isha Edwards of EPiC Measures LLC

32. A Night Out With Your Team

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: I recommend you keep your company like a family, and have some type of team outing. Every time we hit a milestone or a key goal, we take our team bowling, go to an afternoon movie, or soak up a local concert as a team. These small rewards keep people excited, and let them you know you have hit another milestone on the way to getting your company on the map!

Thanks To: Ted Jenkin of oXYGen Financial

33. Get Known To Be In The Know

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Our company will write about our success if it is some media press in papers, or TV, or if we win an award via our FaceBook page, Twitter and our email list to our customers. Everyone likes a success and as a small company it makes our customers feel good that they are in the know!

Thanks To: Haralee Weintraub of Haralee.Com

34. Weekly Success Roundup

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: At the end of each week, allow yourself 10 minutes to roundup and reflect on your successes from the past 7 days. This can be done next to a candle of your favorite scent, while relaxing in a bubble bath, or (my personal favorite) over a glass of wine. Go through your calendar and pick out one success from each day of the week. Write these down in a success journal or just a piece of paper, and then call a friend to celebrate in each others’ successes.

Thanks To: Stephanie Mansour of Step It Up with Steph

35. Use Your Flying Points

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Start using those miles that you have been saving up for months to take a flight to the Caribbean. Find a place to rent for a few weeks and make sure it has Internet so you don’t fall too far behind on work.

Thanks To: Marc Anderson of TalktoCanada.com

36. Activities Vs. Acquisitions

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: I choose nurturing activities as rewards rather than making a special purchase. I have a rewards system. Smaller successes, like completing a PowerPoint presentation, get smaller rewards–scheduling a lunch with a friend upon completion. Bigger successes, like delivering the talk the PowerPoint was designed for (in front of thousands), deserve larger rewards–a massage or an afternoon off.

Thanks To: Jane Pollak of Jane Pollak

37. You Did It! Now Quit.

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Being an entrepreneur is a full-time job and then some. Celebrate success by giving yourself a break. You won’t lose traction. In fact, you’ll likely renew your enthusiasm for the work and return with fresh ideas. The break can be as little as a 15 minute walk around the block or as long as an extended vacation. Set a goal and give yourself a reward. Set 5 new appointments? Take the kids to the park for the afternoon. Land 2 new clients? Treat yourself to a weekend retreat with spa treatments!

Thanks To: Shelley Hunter of Gift Card Girlfriend

38. Invest In The ‘me Fund!’

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Invest/reward yourself and things you want to do! That way you know where your money is going! Life is full of little victories and small rewards go a long way. A $250 increase in sales didn’t seem like a lot until I chose to reward myself with $250 worth of music lessons (music is something I always wanted to learn). Crossing something off my life to do list gave me a sense of accomplishment, broadened my horizons, grew my community and led me to more leads etc; with the new people I met!

Thanks To: Sajeel Qureshi of Computan

39. Small And Often

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: After reaching small mile stones, such as adding 20 new mailing list names, reward yourself with a small item purchase from a favorite store. I personally allow myself a goodie from my favorite grocery store that has an amazing health and beauty section. Keeps me motivated and going to continue to achieve the small tasks that add up to big achievements.

Thanks To: Andrea Travillian of Smart Step, Inc

40. Celebrate By Giving Back!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: We celebrate success by giving back, and that makes us feel good! For example, one of our products was a huge success for us because it got a lot of press and was worn by celebrities. We gave back by donating a number of the cuffs to Dress For Success. The idea of women wearing this cuff on interviews made us feel like we were sharing our success with others! Celebrate YOUR biggest selling product by donating, too!

Thanks To: Nicole Carlotti of Rosena Sammi Jewelry

41. Scare Yourself!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Entrepreneurs get together with their colleagues once a quarter and list all of their successes on big easel paper for all to see. Too often, successes are so small, we don’t acknowledge them, this way we can see how hard we worked and what we accomplished over the past quarter. When you are done – head out to an amusement park, a river rafting trip or an airplane jump. Do something you have been afraid to do and add another success!

Thanks To: Christine Giri of Time Tamer Consulting & Speaking

42. Do Something Nice For Yourself

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Whether it’s an expensive name-brand suit; new big screen TV; or that shiny watch you’ve had your eye on forever, treat yourself to success by buying something you want, even if it’s not practical.

Running a business is stressful enough. You need to reward yourself periodically to remind yourself why you’re running your own show. Plus, you can make all your friends jealous with your new “stuff.” Yes, it’s shallow, but can be damn fun!

Thanks To: Shane Fischer of Shane E. Fischer, P.A.

43. Capture The Moment Forever

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: At a private dinner held in a local restaurant, with all the employees in attendance, the company’s executive committee presented to the business owner a framed, original characterture of himself surrounded by drawings representing some of his accomplishments: the first client billboard he ever sold, industry awards and his passion for a favorite charity. A lasting momento celebrating 50 years in the industry for the owner as well as a thank you from employees for his dynamic leadership.

Thanks To: David Weaver of AdviCoach of Atlanta

44. Success Begets Success!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Best way for an Entrepreneur to celebrate his/her success is to use it to get more success. As a serial entrepreneur myself, I can say that most entrepreneurs do not put in enough effort into PR. Whenever you have any kind of success, small or BIG, talk about it. ALL THE TIME and to EVERYBODY! At Joe Green when we won a big contract we told everyone. So, blog about it, throw it on your website, create press releases and let all your CUSTOMERS know about! This leverage will ensure more success.

Thanks To: Mo Nariani of Joe Green Home Solutions Inc.

45. Each One Teach One

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Go back to a community school and teach kids how to become successful.

Thanks To: Derrick Hayes of WOE Enterprises

46. Honor Thy Family

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: We successful entrepreneurs almost always have a support group of family, friends and/or significant others who either give us the encouragement we need to succeed or, help create an environment where we can make mistakes and create successes. When I have a milestone to celebrate, I schedule a weekend trip with my wife to a nice hotel or B&B as a “thank you.” I also leave the laptop and cell phone at home or turned off!

Thanks To: Tom Taormina of The Taormina Group, Inc.

47. Celebrate By Getting Help

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Time is money and money is time. Did you recently make a deal or land a client that will greatly increase your monthly cash flow? Help yourself by outsourcing something. Do you have dogs at home? Hire a pooper-scooper (the best $14 a week I spend). What about a landscaper to mow your lawn? Or what about hiring someone to clean your house every two weeks? Not only will you feel pampered by these services, but you have more time to focus on what makes you money, your business.

Thanks To: Megan Kline of Megan Kline Marketing

48. Short And Sweet Celebration

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: I manage a 4-person writing company. We celebrated success by taking the team out to dinner. Since we work staggered shifts, it was hard finding a time that didn’t significantly cut into someone’s hours. A quick smoothie break at the shift change point is a short break that everyone can enjoy. Besides the speed factor, it’s healthy for our staff and our company bottom line.

Thanks To: Christina Zila of Textbroker International

49. Recognition And Dinner For Two

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Based on the level of achievement, give this person a gift certificate of dinner for two. This allows the person to tell his/her significant other that he/she received a prize at work, and allows their significant other to share in the success.

Working in an entrepreneurial venture often requires working long hours and occasional weekends. Having your employee’s significant other feel good about your company makes it easier for your employee to make this time commitment.

Thanks To: Eric Bloom of Manager Mechanics, LLC

50. Celebrate With Major Leaguers

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: I have come to enjoy watching baseball when I celebrate, because I take many strategies from the players. I’ve noticed how strategic the game is and how a player has to know what pitch is coming to be able to hit the ball. It’s the same with business, you have to plan for your next move or else you strike out looking. The great thing about celebrating at a baseball game is having a couple beers, eat a fattening hot dog and enjoy the game with other fans.

Thanks To: Jennyvi Dizon of Jennyvi Dizon Couture

51. Yummy Dinner Celebrations

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Whatever the success, I usually take my family with me to a really nice dinner to celebrate and while we’re eating we discuss what it is we’re celebrating.

Thanks To: Amy Keimach of Border7 Design Studios

52. Take Time To Eat

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Entrepreneurs are typically already engaged in the next effort. Further, they are typically reluctant to shine a light on themselves. They should celebrate achievements based on their strategic plan, achieve a big step, have a big celebration with the whole organization. Achieve a more tactical success, celebrate with the team directly involved. Just one recommendation as a way to celebrate: free food at in-house party, with recognition to the people doing the work by the senior staff.

Thanks To: Edward Tierney of BlackDog Strategy & Brand

53. Make A Talk Date

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Don’t keep your successes a secret. With each success, make a date to tell someone about it-a friend, your family, a mentor, an interested employee, your dog. Doing so will give you cause to realize progress made, validate each step in the process & rekindle your fire for continuing. Make the date fun and all about you and your guest. It can be dinner out, a walk on the beach, a shared spa treatment, anything that is at least a bit different from your normal routine.

Thanks To: Dennis Sullivan of Dog Bark Park

54. Live With Your Successes

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: When my husband Tim or I finsih a project or “land” a contract we celebrate by decorating our office with a momento of that project. One time we made custom mouse pads with a photo of a project and another time we bought a photo frame and loaded it with pictures that motivated us. It is important for us to physically see your accomplishments and remind ourselves of all that we have done. This really helps especially on the days that things are not going so well.

Thanks To: Christine Barnes of Barn Painting & Advertising, Inc

55. Celebrate Using The Media

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Entrepreneurs should celebrate their successes by telling the media about it! Dashing a quick (but professional) email to local editors is an effective way to spread the word. Additionally, if you get interviewed, then you have even more success to celebrate!

Thanks To: Andi Enns of AndiEnns.com

56. Celebrate With The World

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Celebrate your successes online via social media. There is a large small business community on Twitter & Facebook. This group of people is incredibly supportive. They have either been where you are or are there currently & they enjoy sending out congratulations messages and giving encouragement. Not only will your email be dinging & Tweetdeck chirping with positive news, your business will also receive more exposure. You may be able to develop new relationships & visits to your website may peak.

Thanks To: Alicia Arenas of Sanera, Small Business Coaching

57. Shout It From The Rooftops!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Don’t be shy, let everyone you know, and don’t know, about your successes.

Write a blog post, spread the word through social media and send the information to local business publications.

The more positive news you have out there the better. When something negative happens all of the good news about your company can help counteract the negative story. You will also have established relationships with key communicators out there when you need them.

Thanks To: Jennifer Rolwes Volk of Rangency

58. Reward Customers For Your Feat

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Your past and present customers are your most valuable conduit to new business. But do they know very much about your company? Show your value to your customers in a communication while motivating them to care about your message. Next time you reach a milestone, win an industry award, are recognized for helping the community, land an important account, crow about it to your customers and offer a discount on your product or service. Reputation management and marketing combined!

Thanks To: Suzanne Fulton of Soarings, LLC

59. When You Win So Do They

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Small business owners must celebrate every success they have in their businesses with staff, vendors and customers. The more often a small business owner shows appreciation to the members of the team that participate in the prosperity of the business the greater the motivation to create more. For example, run a monthly cocktail reception for clients to show appreciation for their business and to assist them in networking with each other. Include staff, vendors and prospects to attend. A win-win.

Thanks To: Vicki Donlan of VickiDonlan

60. Celebrate By Rewarding

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: Our company believes in celebrating its successes by having special events for our employees, who are responsible for our success. For example, our company is about to receive an award at a big black tie dinner. We are paying for any employee who wants to come, with a guest, at $150 a head. We are also renting a fun party bus to add a little fun time on the way to and from the event.

Thanks To: Michael Zwick of Assets International, LLC

61. Share Success With The World!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: There is good news for those of us who are reluctant to outwardly celebrate our successes – you may now share with the world in a giving way! I use Twitter to share what I learned, achieved, and provide tips for others to succeed – all without asking for anything. The Tweets also feed into Facebook helping to also increase my FB group. Only 20%of my tweets send readers to my website. This style creates credibility and my clientele increases thus creating further reason to celebrate!

Thanks To: Elinor Stutz of Smooth Sale, LLC

62. Create A Thankful Memento

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: It’s easy to lose track of what you have accomplished and to let the joy fade. Over the years I’ve made it a practice to create mementos for my clients, colleagues, suppliers, and those who made contributions. Each time the person sees the memento, they can rejoice again. When I visit, I always find these mementos prominently displayed. Talking again about those successes comes naturally in the presence of the mementos. I find it’s just as much fun to rejoice again each time.

Thanks To: Donald Mitchell of The 400 Year Project

63. It’s Movie Night!

How Entrepreneurs Celebrate: One of my favorite ways to celebrate successes is by taking the family out for a themed movie day!

We’ll pick a movie that everyone wants to see, for example this week if we were celebrating it would probably be Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland.

We’ll have a lunch either at home or at a restaurant that is “in theme” with the movie we’re going to see. In the case of Alice in Wonderland, we might have an afternoon tea instead

Thanks To: Loretta Oliver of Transcription Crash Course

1. New Jersey’s Finest

Vacation Idea: Long Beach Island, New JerseyrnrnSomething special happens when your toes touch the sand… All the worries wash away.

Thanks To: Mike Michalowicz of The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur

2. Get Outside & Unplug

Vacation Idea: Without unplugging from all devices and getting outside, I’m still with one foot in the work week.

I MUST get away for a couple of days a month and camp. Oregon has an amazing collection of state parks for camping, hiking, etc. It’s my best place to create. Every book idea I have had, or major solution comes when I’m unplugged and out in nature. I keep a notepad and pen with me in my pocket and a camera, just in case.

Ideally, I’d get out daily to disconnect and reconnect.

Thanks To: Susan Finch of Susan Finch Web Solutions

3. Go To A Different Environment!

Vacation Idea: Travel! It need not be terribly far. But get in the car or go somewhere away from the office and away from the computer. Go somewhere different, somewhere you don’t really know. Take a hike. Go to a different city. Don’t plan a very structured day or few days. Break your routine. It’s great for opening up the mind to new possibilities and to seeing things differently. That recharges like nothing else.

Thanks To: Andrea Gold of Gold Stars Speakers Bureau

4. Two Favorites

Vacation Idea: Spend a September week in northern Minnesota on a fishing trip with old friends. Sand Lake is great. No phone. No computer. Plenty of crappie, walleye and beer. Nearby White Oak Casino has a friendly little poker room, too.

Awesome re-energizer.

In September, mosquito season is over and the crowds are gone. Check out Lakeside Lodge and book some time with pro fishing guide Charlie Worrath.

Thanks To: Carson Brackney of Carson Brackney

5. Get Away From It All!

Vacation Idea: As an entrepreneur, it’s very hard to ever be away from your business, but we all need time to wind down and recharge. I recommend renting a cabin in a beautiful remote area. And if you are really feeling nuts, make sure there is no Internet reception there. You’ll feel jittery for a day or so, but if you let everyone know you’ll be gone, it can be the best way to truly get away from it all and recharge.

Thanks To: Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk of BBR Marketing

6. Far, Far Away

Vacation Idea: As a single guy living in the city, I find it most beneficial to take a day or two and go someplace quiet and secluded to recharge. It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle of urban living so getting back to nature, whether through fishing, camping or hiking, is a great way to reduce stress and relax. Nothing wrong with a little fresh air to clear and de-clutter your head. And try to leave the Blackberry at home if possible!

Thanks To: Anthony Adamas of SEO Service Dallas

7. Sink Your Feet Into The Sand

Vacation Idea: The one place I recommend to get away from work is definitely the beach. There is something amazing about listening to the waves hit the sand and soaking up some sun. If you live near a beach, take time to go down there and even take a walk. We forget to take the time for simple things. Between the sun, sand and water you will feel refreshed, recharged and even have a sweet tan when you jump back into your entrepreneur duties! Who knows, You may even get a great idea while chilling at the beach.

Thanks To: Ashley Bodi of BusinessBeware.Biz

8. Take It All In!

Vacation Idea: I personally find the Poconos to be a wonderful spot to unwind, regenerate, and let everything just sink in. Being based in NYC, the Poconos are far enough away to feel like a small vacation, but close enough to not have to plan ahead in order for it to happen. Every entrepreneur should give themselves time to do NOTHING! Just sit back, relax, and let everything percolate in the back of your mind. Find a place that is nearby, welcoming, a home away from home…and enjoy!

Thanks To: Jenn Lederer of AFST Management

9. Hit The Slopes!

Vacation Idea: During the winter I snowboard. When I am on the slopes I hear laughter, excitement, and I feel the rush from everybody’s body. The fresh air smell lifts my spirit and refreshes my mind. If you don’t snowboard, hike, ski, hit the beach during the summer. Go where you can be FREE and happy.

Thanks To: Susan Vernicek of S&J Identity, Inc. – Identity Magaz

10. Nothing Like A Good Workout

Vacation Idea: The best place that I have found to relax is the gym. At the gym, you can’t work on your business, you can only work out. By sweating, you feel better and you free your mind of stress. Whether its the treadmill or bench press, sweating is important. If everyone around you at the gym is working out, you can’t default back to your laptop or smart phone to work on your business, you can only work out. Going to the gym can be inexpensive and can give a brief vacation for on-the-go entrepreneurs.

Thanks To: Mark Hall of Input Ladder

11. Beach, Sun, Surf…

Vacation Idea: My fave is the beach…Anywhere there is warm sun, trade wind breezes, sand & palm trees. Extra points if there’s a hammock! If getting away isn’t in the cards, and I just have an afternoon to “veg”, then I go into my backyard where I have a private corner, complete with aforementioned hammock (!), where I can sit, recharge, hang out w/the dogs & play Jimmy Buffett on the iPod and pretend I’m at the beach.

Thanks To: DeAnna Radaj of Bante Design LLC

12. It’s Only Furniture…

Vacation Idea: I suggest going away to a place where there are no cell phones, internet connections, lap tops, TV’s, etc. to do something you love. (Or leave them ALL behind!) In order to recharge, you can’t be plugged in. Leave an emergency phone number with a few key people. I love to read, ski and fish. In the summer it’s off to our family camp in the middle of no where in the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York.
In the winter, it’s a day on the slopes in northern New England.

Thanks To: John Kelsey of Wilson Kelsey Design

13. Hoof It!

Vacation Idea: Since I am new at the entrepreneur game I can’t take long vacations, so I take at least one electronics free day a week (my business is online learning). That means a long, remote hike where there is no connectivity except to the people I’m hiking with. I live in Tucson, so this is doable year ’round! I come home refreshed and ready to dig in once again.

Thanks To: Jan Schwartz of Education and Training Solutions

14. Your Special Sanctuary

Vacation Idea: A simple walk in the woods is all I need to recharge my batteries. The beauty of nature and the stillness in the forest, especially in the hours just after dawn or at twilight, are spiritually uplifting. Combine that with the benefits of a little physical exertion and you’ve got the recipe for a new outlook on life.

Thanks To: Dale Furtwengler of Furtwengler & Associates, P.C.

15. On My Way, Home Sweet Home

Vacation Idea: My number one vacation spot right now, until I find time to get away to a tropical destination like say a Puerto Rico or a Seville, Spain, is in my home.

I would recommend a warm destination as an ideal place to recharge the entrepreneurial batteries. But the truth is, I haven’t had a vacation since my honeymoon!

So if you’re strapped for time, and need to recharge those batteries, then try to find solace, peace, and comfort in your own backyard.

Thanks To: Alexis Avila of Prepped & Polished

16. Putting On The Ritz!

Vacation Idea: For a quick coastal get-away, I turn to the Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay! This Northern California gem provides breath taking views of the ocean, luxurious rooms and oh, did I mention the spa!rnIt’s the ultimate in luxury and I am always guaranteed top notch service.rnDining at Navio is a culinary experience and relaxing in ENO makes me want to go back, over and over!rnThe Urbane Concierge rates the Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay, five stars!

Thanks To: Kim Daly of Urbane Concierge

17. Float In Hot Water

Vacation Idea: I float my troubles away at Indian Springs in Calistoga, CA. The beautiful Napa Valley provides respite, excellent food, wine and views.. This hip retro retreat has a spa, buddha garden and the yummiest pool of clear, hot mineral water. The hotel is an upscale funky 50’s motel. A day or weekend retreat for the soul.

Thanks To: Linda Russell of Mugshots School Photography

18. Scuba Dive To Revive!

Vacation Idea: I live in S.CA so Cozumel, Mexico is a close yummy get away. It has warm water, laid back atmosphere and great diving. Scuba diving is a meditative, Zen experience for me. I am in the moment, one with the ocean, fish and plant life and it brings me so much pleasure. It’s a great way for me to let go of the mind, create new ideas and be open for what’s next.

Thanks To: Debra Smith of The Sensuality Sage

19. Spiritual Retreats In Nature

Vacation Idea: My favorite place to get away is a spiritual retreat. I love Spiritual Focus Weekends in nature, with fresh water from a deep well, fresh air, starlit skies, intuitive guidance, spiritual mentors, home-made, home-grown organic meals, are the best. A time to commune with like-minded people, to gain insight into oneself, to be inspired with new, fresh, creative ideas, and to be pampered with good food, rest, and soul-nourishing instruction. Topics: Meditation, dreams, my soul’s purpose, genius

Thanks To: Laurel Clark of School of Metaphysics

20. Recharge Your Batteries

Vacation Idea: As entrepreneurs we live with our businesses 24/7. It is healthy to take a break from it once in a while. You can recharge your spirit on the beaches of Costa Rica or Hawaii. Both the places will provide you with a spectacular scenery that it will be easy to forget your business for a week!
Vacation will give you a fresh perspective on your business when you come back and you will be energized to dive in it again.

Thanks To: Malini Hoover of www.iaam.com

21. Calloway Gardens

Vacation Idea: My husband and I actually enjoy combining business with pleasure. We love to attend conferences for entrepreneurs or personal development and plan our family vacations around them. We find the conferences recharge us and the vacation part is just plain fun! One year we went to Calloway Gardens in Georgia after an Entrepreneurial conference and we loved it. There’s nothing as calming and refreshing as being outdoors in nature. Not to mention that it tires the children out!

Thanks To: Theresa Gould of RobnT Business Solutions

22. Head To The Boonies.

Vacation Idea: My most relaxing vacations are when I head to the middle of nowhere and rent a house or cabin that has no internet, TV, or even cell coverage. I know that thought strikes fear into many entrepreneurs, but I personally find that it’s the best way to decompress. It takes a few days to get over the constant urge to check email, Twitter, Facebook, etc, and then, finally I get an overall sense of relaxation that comes from being totally disconnected. Try it!

Thanks To: Nicole Dean of Online Business Success Coach

23. Try A Staycation!

Vacation Idea: My very favorite vacations have been STAYcations! Sometimes, the very best place to vacation is simply in your own home! Catching up on things like clearing out your personal space, de-cluttering, curing up on the couch and catching up on some of those favorite shows that have been waiting for you in your TIVO inbox, eating your favorite home-made meals, all for the price of NOTHING can be the most relaxing break of all! That is, if you can arrange for your in-laws to take the kids!!!

Thanks To: Sally Shields of The Daughter-in-Law Rules

24. Seashore Tranquility

Vacation Idea: Nothing like a walk on the beach and the fresh ocean air for rejuvenation. This type of atmosphere adds a tranquil perspective and
can pick up your appetite. With the sun and breeze on your face, gazing at waters that seem to span the universe, time can seem to stand still. This can be shared with family, pets and friends or in an escape of solitude. Either way, the healing benefits are under your feet or in the air that surrounds you.

Thanks To: Carolyn Bartz of SECRETS OF CAT ATTITUDE REVEALED

25. Find Your “flow” Experience

Vacation Idea: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi describes “flow” as the experience of losing yourself in what you do: how a musician loses herself in her music, how a painter becomes one with the process of painting, the suspension of time, the freedom of complete absorption in your activity. To get away and recharge, you need to find your place of “flow” – for me it is reading a book or watching a movie that transports me to another place.

Thanks To: Michelle Hamman of MotherTongues

26. The Sound Of Rushing Water

Vacation Idea: As an entrepreneur who lives near the beach, I would say a perfect getaway would be anywhere you hear the sound of rushing or trickling water. It could be the beach, a lake, or a river.

The sound of water soothes, relaxes, and washes away the stresses of life. You’ll find yourself renewed and ready to face the giants. If you’re not near any of the water sources I mentioned…hey…turn on your bathtub or shower, close your eyes and imagine.

Thanks To: Michelle Hill of Winning Proof

27. Go Green – Head To Ireland!

Vacation Idea: Ireland is the most beautiful, earthy, natural place in the world to recharge your batteries. It’s green, lush, verdant … and the people are the friendliest you’ll ever meet. Make a specific point to visit Blarney Castle near Cork, and the Japanese Gardens in Kildaire. You will find many places between the two to meditate, bathe in the beauty of nature, touch your feet to the earth to literally ground yourself, and recharge yourself mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

Thanks To: Laura Orsni of Write | Market | Design

28. Entrepreneurial Escape

Vacation Idea: Sea Ranch, CA is my recommendation for an entrepreneurial escape. Sea Ranch is a community located along 10 miles of the Northern California coastline. My family and I have visited this community dozens of times. I love the natural setting and carefully restricted development. Hiking along the shore and listening to the ocean waves recharges my batteries and clears my mind. It makes me feel like the stress of my “work life” is a million miles away!

Thanks To: Steve Sponseller of Innovation Strategies, Inc.

29. Water Does It For Me

Vacation Idea: Get out in nature! Nothing recharges me more than being by the ocean. The vastness of it reminds me of how abundant our universe is. The consistent rhythm of the waves remind me that all is well right now. Maybe for you, it’s the desert, the moutains, or a nearby park.

Thanks To: Ann Ronan of Authentic Life Institute

30. Go Where There’s No Cell Pho

Vacation Idea: Antarctica! As a professional speaker, it was hard to leave my business for an extended time. But, I made the commitment to be gone to Antarctica for 19 days, and it was worth it. Not only did I return rejuvenated, but also with a fantastic speech topic on leadership – and some “cool” pictures.

Thanks To: Kelly Watkins of Read My Antarctica Adventure

31. Bora Bora Is The Best

Vacation Idea: The last time I was in Bora Bora, my wife and I stayed in a grass-roofed hut over the water in the lagoon that surrounds the island. It was so peaceful. We also paddled our own canoe to get around. The island is the perfect size for a bicycle ride to tour everything there is to see. The food is fabulous, and the tranquility seeps into your soul like nowhere else.

Thanks To: Donald Mitchell of The 400 Year Project

32. Enlightening Retreat

Vacation Idea: While a trip to a tropical island is always great for soothing the soul, there is something to say taking out a couple of days for an educational retreat. It can be relaxing and rejuvenating as well. Having not done one for a couple of years my husband and I attended a Millionaire Mind three day event in Denver in November. We had a blast, reconnected with each other, met some wonderful people and totally got revved back up about the path before us personally and for my business. Try it!

Thanks To: Cheri Ruskus of Business Victories

33. Destination Newport

Vacation Idea: I strongly suggest the place I live for a get-away. Newport, RI is on the ocean. It has beautiful beaches, great biking areas, fabulous margaritas, succulent fish dishes, awesome farm-to-table fresh food restaurants, eclectic shopping, historical sites, and very fun people to hang with. It’s why I moved here 12 years ago! Entrepreneurs can get-away, but stay connected.

Thanks To: Gwen Gardner of Simply Chickie

34. Hawaii Here We Come

Vacation Idea: The best place I believe is great to unwind and have a good vacation is Hawaii. Why? It is a great place to be. Beautiful islands. People are wonderful. When I went there, I had such a great time. I did not want to leave. Trust me, if you have never been to Hawaii, you are missing out. You’ve got to get there and soon. You won’t want to leave. I promise you that.

Thanks To: Harry Husted of Creating Words

35. The Beach!

Vacation Idea: This is a tough year to think about vacation – in a recession. Sometimes as an entrepreneur you have to give those luxuries up, but the beach (no cell phone, no laptop) would be my preferred destination. I was lucky enough to win an all-expense paid trip for two to Martinique, a french island in the West Indies so am going there for a 5-days in April. There are alot of places in the Caribbean you can go on a budget, including Puerto Rico and the D.R.

Thanks To: Nichole Wright of Bon Vivant Event Planning, PR & Fun

36. Attention Attention!!!

Vacation Idea: Get to the Beach, a place of beauty, water, of no technology and of mega visual attractions. Entrepreneurs need the negative ions of water to recharges their batteries. Beach combing for shells and stuff is meditative and clears their minds. Watching the waves patterning in and out is terrific for contemplating, “veging” out or creating new ideas.
Sun, sand and surf clears brain space, presents new creative time, supports balancing 24/7 entrepreneurial lives. Great for being in the now!

Thanks To: Alice A March of The Attention Factor

37. Vacation When, How And Where?

Vacation Idea: Just take vacation – one long one or several short ones. What’s as important than WHERE to vacation is when and how, in particular for an introvert entrepreneur. We need our space and small talk isn’t attractive. We also can enjoy being with a few close friends. If the goal is a rested feeling from vacation, then wherever you go, leave work back home. Consider a spa- it’s just you and people serving you. Or a city with plenty to do on your schedule, on your own or with others if you choose.

Thanks To: Patricia Weber of Business Coach for Introverts & Shy

38. Jamaica Mon!!

Vacation Idea: The laid back culture of Jamiaca is amazing! It is impossible to think about work while on the island of Jamaica. The people are ultra friendly, warm weather, and beautiful ocean. No one is ever in a hurry in Jamaica… with all inclusive resorts such as www.beaches.com for the family or www.sandals.com for the couples. Everything is covered from food, drinks, even tips. No Problem Mon!!

Thanks To: Cindy Tollen of Sudz N Bubbles, Ltd.

39. Leap Of Faith At Atlantis!

Vacation Idea: Swim and interact with the dolphins and sea lions, then dry off and enjoy 5 star casual dining. Rest up, then take the leap of faith through the shark tank!

It’s always warm and relaxing in the bahamas, leave the iphone at home.

Thanks To: Evan Money of Evan Money Inc

40. Refresh Your Spirit

Vacation Idea: I recommend La Casa de Maria, a retreat center in Santa Barbara, California. I have been going there for over 20 years to refresh my spirit and recharge my batteries. You are surrounded by the beauty of nature, trees, birds, creeks, secret hidden spots to reflect, views of the Pacific Ocean. The food is delicious – fruits and vegetables are grown on the property. Great programs. Cost is inexpensive and they have scholarships.

Thanks To: Esther Denn of eDenn Property Management

41. Pasta Fixes Everything

Vacation Idea: I’m Italian so everything revolves around food, especially if we are feeling drained. When I’m in rut there is nothing better than going to my favorite restaurant and eating a good meal. It’s not completely about the food (but that doesn’t hurt) it’s about putting yourself in a comfortable environment and forgetting the problem of the day.

Thanks To: Michelle Littler of littletoad

42. Ahhh, Taking Care Of Oneself

Vacation Idea: I recharge my batteries everyday whether it be at the gym (love to workout) or at the beach!

All of our body is important and I treasure the times I can get physical!

Nothing is more grounding for me than to let my brain take a rest, enjoy the wind and sounds of the waves at the water! I find when everything else feels like it closing in on me, my time “letting go” actually becomes a very thoughtful time.

Thanks To: Pattie Meyers of Balanced Sole Reflexology

43. Where Else?

Vacation Idea: Maybe I am prejudiced because I live half an hour away, I go to Disney or Universal. When money is tight, I go around Downtown Disney or City Walk and it serves two purposes: I celebrate the fact that I am doing what I love and I also end up refueling with new ideas. Spending some time looking at what someone else imagined and then created always serves as a great motivator.

Thanks To: Roxana Nunez of AvidDiva

44. Your Kidding Right?

Vacation Idea: Actually, I am smiling because whenever I travel I have my eyes, ears and mouth open to new ideas and trends. So wherever my business takes me..thats my vacation..I do like urban retreats!

Play nice and eat your spinach!

Thanks To: Jerry Pollio of CMT Creative Marketing

45. Anywhere But Here!

Vacation Idea: My favorite vacation is one where there is no computer and a poor cellular signal. I love to go camping! Even if it is just for a weekend, I am relaxed when there is no desk to sit at, no computer to work at and my phone is hidden in my bag!

Thanks To: Leah Oviedo of Investing In Women

46. Inside Your Mind

Vacation Idea: Go inside your mind. Find peace. Go over your gratefuls. Be at peace with yourself and your creator, or the universe, or whatever Truth connects you. From this foundation you will find more peaceful relationships naturally occuring with others. You are predisposed to peace, which recharges your batteries. And for fun? Do Improv. Be a character. If it’s not improv, what is it for you? Is it running a race in the wilderness? Knitting on the beach? Creating art from old coke cans?

Thanks To: Pamela Hawley of UniversalGiving

47. Everyting Irie Mon

Vacation Idea: There is no place better for recharging those worn down batteries like Jamaica. Whatever your in the mood for they have a spot for you. If I want peace and quiet I go to Foote Prints in Negril. If I am in the mood to do things and meet people, I stay at the Rose Hall Resort & Spa. If I want romance and alone time with my man I stay at Jake’s. If I need to be pampered like a queen Half Moon Bay is the place to be. You gotta love a country where the national motto is no problem mon.

Thanks To: Lisa Douglas of Inklusion PR, LLC

48. Southwestern Sky

Vacation Idea: As an entreprenuer, I work hard. My favorite vacation spot is under the summer, southwestern sky. It’s a liberating and relaxing space. Its beauty inspires and connects me with a surrounding environment of ranch life, the chirping of crickets, and clear, crisp, country air. Every night is spent in the depth of a soaking tub smiling, and savoring a tomorrow where I get to do it all over again.

Thanks To: Fran Briggs of Get Sponsored!

49. Fantastic Voyage

Vacation Idea: I recommend that entrepreneurs go on the Tom Joyner Morning Show’s Fantastic Voyage Cruise. I went in 2008 and I’m going back in 2010. The benefits are that the money you pay goes to scholarships to help students stay in college and you get tax credit to help you on your taxes. There are events on the cruise where you can just have fun and also where you can network with successful people from all over the world. This experience will definitely recharge your battery.

Thanks To: Derrick Hayes of WOE Enterprises

50. Cliche Or Not: Hawaii

Vacation Idea: We lived in Boca Raton for 10 years and my husband ran submarine ops in Hawaii annually. Every year he invited me, but I saved my vacation for other places (like Portugal and the Netherlands). We lived in subtropical south Florida, after all.

When we moved to Utah, we took the whole family to Hawaii.

What?! I’d turned down that paradisiacal place year after year? Florida is nothing like Hawaii! No place on earth has more recharging power than Hawaii.

Thanks To: Alison Moore Smith of Easy Blog Setup

51. 3 Hours To Feet In The Sand

Vacation Idea: San Juan, Puerto Rico is only 3 hours from New York but feels like a world away.
You can sit on the beach and swim in the clear warm water whilst snow is coming down on your Manhattan street.
I love going there to re-charge my batteries. You can do nothing or you can party the night away. A perfect destination.

Thanks To: Jacqui Rosshandler of eatwhatever by Jacquean Products LL

52. Sun, Sea, Sand=rest & Recharge

Vacation Idea: The best place for an entrepreneur to get away to rest and recharge is the FABULOUS Caribbean islands, of course!

Entrepreneurs are different and they need to get away often, perhaps every quarter.

We love the sunny islands, with each island really different from another.

If peace and quiet is what you need it’s your for the taking!

Enjoy!

Thanks To: Sandra Baptist of Assn of C’bean Women Entrepreneurs

53. Walk In The Park

Vacation Idea: If you want to make work a “walk in the park” (easier), then do that – take a walk in the park. Walk, roller blader, roller skate, run, jog, whatever. Physical exercise and a change of place will recharge your batteries – mentally and physically.

Thanks To: Eileen Roth of Everything in its Place

54. Hit The Slopes

Vacation Idea: To re-charge my batteries in the winter, I love to go skiing. One of my favorites sort of nearby is Snowshoe WV. Great snow, awesome runs for this area of the country, and most important for an entrepreneur trying to re-charge…horrible cell phone service on the slopes!!! If you don’t have systems in place to be able to enjoy yourself for a couple days without constant cell phone calls, you’ve really got to look at those systems so you are in charge of the business and not the reverse!

Thanks To: Nick Fill of Flagrant-T

55. You Have Two Ears & One Mouth

Vacation Idea: Go to a place, your favorite kind of place. The beach, the woods any place that is just you and nature.. by yourself of course! Once you stop talking, you’ll be able to start listening to your higher self. God has instructions for you and they will be heard if you are silent. The helpful hints the universe is trying to tell you are only heard when you are completely alone with you, yourself and YOU!

Thanks To: JoAnn Donahue of Donahue Development

56. Go South, Way South!!!

Vacation Idea: A place so secluded that travel agencies do not even know about it. It’s called Huatulco in the Mexican state of Oaxaca near the Guatemala border. The bays there are some of the top ones in the world, extremely tourist friendly, extremely safe, pristine beaches, food to die for and endless places to shop. October is the best time to go, low season for tourists so it’s not crowded at all. I have been there twice and cannot wait to return for a third time. That’s it! I going there right now!

Thanks To: Edwin Soler of Libreria Berea

57. Solar Power Recharge!!

Vacation Idea: There is nothing like laying in the sun, listening to the waves crashing on the beach to recharge the entrepreneurial battery. As you lay in the warm sand, you can feel the stress draining from your weary, overworked body. I love all the Florida beaches, but Cocoa Beach is my favorite (less crowded and no cars allowed on the beach). Plus, if you time it right you can catch a shuttle launch!

Thanks To: Dawn Veselka of Out of the Blue Delivered

58. Recharge With The Wind !!!!

Vacation Idea: Do you need to get away? Do you need to recharge? Do it with the wind – the winds of the British Virgin Islands. On land or out on the water, these little islands have it all. When I need to escape, my husband and I charter a sailboat and sail from island to island. No schedule, no phones, or TV’s – just the wind and the water to guide our way around the many beautiful islands.
If you prefer the terra firma – no problem – five star resorts are located throughout the BVI’s. Go Green..

Thanks To: Susan Jenkins of Go Green Go

59. Home Is Where The Heart Is!

Vacation Idea: If you’ve been to an airport lately you will notice a lot more stress out there. So if you’re trying to chill out from the overwhelm of your business, why add to it with another stressful trip with a lot of travel time and logistical planning. Take brief min-vacations to recharge. They’re not only cost effetive, but much less stressful. Create a sanctuary at home where you can chill and also travel to local areas close by and experience what your own locale has to offer. Simple is good!

Thanks To: Craig Wolfe of CelebriDucks

60. Nature’s Calling

Vacation Idea: The absolute BEST TIP I can give to recharge your batteries is to GO OUTDOORS! Be it for 10 minutes or a 3-day mini-vacation, there is nothing better than being outside…observing nature’s beauty, breathing in the fresh air, and clearing your head. Granted, I’m lucky enough to live in FL, with a 10 minute drive to the most beautiful beach on the planet…Siesta Key. Being near water is BONUS! But I used to live in NY, and even a short, brisk walk in the dead of winter can be uplifting.

Thanks To: Deena Ravella of KYSS Bags

61. The 60 Second Vacation

Vacation Idea: We all have stress on the day to day job. Over the years I have found the 60 second vacation to be the best source for immediate tension release. Get a picture of your favorite relaxation spot. Hawaii beach, Aspen ski slope, remote river, etc. and mount it on the wall in your office. The next time you are stressed out, turn off the phone, close your door and put yourself right in the picture. Close your eyes, feel it, smell it, be there and smile. All is well.

Thanks To: Andy Feld of Andy Feld author/speaker

62. Whales, Kids And Waves

Vacation Idea: When it comes time for Dad/Husbandpreneur to take a break, I can honestly say that Maui is a must.

The days are short = Extra rest for that over-exercised brain.

The sun is hot = Do away with that pasty-white computer-screen-tan and let the Sun do its job.

It’s not cheap = Your hard work has paid off and you’ve found an excellent way to celebrate your success.

Whether it’s a vitamin D infusion, amazing snorkeling, or much needed family time, Maui is the place to go.

Thanks To: Aaron Jones of AJones Co.

63. Get Away And Recharge!

Vacation Idea: I take a vacation every day-a mini one of course! I meditate, physically leave the office, run, walk, bicycle…anything that changes up my environment and my surroundings. I also at times buy a luscious magazine, plug in new music and drift away in my cubicle. The important thing is to really make an effort to recharge the batteries, refresh the mind by plugging into what you like, and letting creativity flow by changing your mindscene. As Jay-Z says: On to the next one!

Thanks To: Doula Angelita of Resurgam BirthingWell8899

64. Gone Fishin!

Vacation Idea: Easy! Annual family fishing trip (now in 45th year) to Canada. Currently includes son, brother, two nephews and family friend. We use Nestor Falls (ON) Fly-In Service. They fly us to lake about 225 miles north of International Falls (MN) for week of fun, fellowship and fishing. Interestingly, while on these trips, I’ve written successful new biz proposals that have grown our biz. And, had numerous discussions with the other enterpreneurs in our family!

Thanks To: Steve Drake of Drake & Company

65. Heaven Awaits You In Brazil

Vacation Idea: My favorite place in the world to go on vacation is Salvador Brazil. It is the most relaxing, beautiful, and just coolest place on earth. The beaches are amazing, the ocean water is warm, the food is delicious, and the people are all cool, relaxed, and friendly. To me it is Heaven on earth. I plan to retire there. Once you go there you will never want to come home.

Thanks To: Peter Geisheker of The Geisheker Group Marketing Firm

66. Where Fun Meets Business!

Vacation Idea: We are “Raising CEO Kids” in our home & so usually we vacation to places that are of course fun & relaxing as well as provide opportunities for them to meet some of their life/biz heroes & sheroes. Last month we vacationed to southern CA & went to Disneyland. We also made time to have dinner w/ the CEO of Pencil Bugs as well as dessert w/ the CEO of Wonderland Bakery! The kids were so excited to meet Jason & Allyson. We also interviewed several of the cast members of Disney while we were there.

Thanks To: Sarah Cook of Raising CEO Kids

67. New Ways To Challenge Yourself

Vacation Idea: Stay in Bar Harbor, ME at a little bed & breakfast, but go hiking in Northeast Harbor. There is a trail called the Perpendicular Trail that is a great challenge and then you can hike down a slightly less direct route down the backside of the mountain. There’s kayaking in the ocean, great restaurants, and wonderful B&Bs. Oh – and you have to go to Mama Mateo’s for drinks & dinner…it is where the locals tend to hang out.

Thanks To: Patricia Fragen of Strategic Office Solutions

68. Take Mini-vacations

Vacation Idea: As a solo-preneur, it’s rare that I actually get to take a full-scale vacation – last one was about 8 years ago. Instead, I take mini-vacations of 4-6 days by extending a weekend. Destinations are usually near Traverse City, Michigan where there is an abundance of natural resources. I particularly enjoy Leelanau Peninsula and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Or day tripping to any of the numerous small towns in Northern Michigan. BUT… my urban fix is definitely Chicago where I’ll be in few weeks.

Thanks To: Joann Sondy of Creative Aces Corp.

69. Great Guana Cay, Bahamas

Vacation Idea: This 9 mile islet located in the center of the Abaco Islands is the ultimate place for rest and renewal. The Atlantic Ocean borders one side of the islet with the Sea of Abaco on the other side. There’s great snorkeling off the beach on the Atlantic side just minutes from the best tiki bar in the bahamas… Nippers. Walk, read, write, swim, nap in hammocks, sip a cocktail while you watch the sunset… it’s glorious!

Thanks To: Dale Little of Business Strategist

70. Cape Cod In The Off-season

Vacation Idea: There is no better get-away place for a “re-charging the batteries” vacation than Cape Cod, Massachusetts in the off-season (Winter, Spring or Fall). Great scenery and activities without the crowds.

Thanks To: JR Rodrigues of Job Hunt Express

71. Atlantic City!

Vacation Idea: Ok I know its not Bermuda or the Paris but its close to all the NYC entrepreneurs and basically its a home away from home. Book a weekend package at Taj Mahal on the highest floor possible; lock the doors, order room service and RELAX!

They offer WiFi just in case you have to check emails and at 3 a.m. you can hit the slots with drink in your hand and be FREE.

Bonus* During the summer months you can relax on the beach and watch the beautiful shore!!!

Thanks To: Zanade Mann of Online & Off Marketing and PR

72. Mental R & R

Vacation Idea: One of my clients is a “change artist”. She recommends that whenever one is confronted with an exasperating, difficult, stressful situation – just throw up your hands and shout Excellent! It helps to defuse the situation and enables you to see things from a different perspective. I’ve adopted her strategy with great success. Course, people do look at me funny these days…

Thanks To: Phyllis Harber-Murphpy of More Than 9 2 5 Virtual Assistance

73. Under The Sea!

Vacation Idea: Turn your world upside down and go scuba diving. When you’re under the sea, you are completely focused on that world – not thinking about the deadlines and issues you need to manage in this one. The most spectacular diving I’ve ever done is in Palau. Saw lots of sharks – but none as scary as some of the ones I encounter in the business world.

Thanks To: Denise McVey of S3 advertising, marketing & PR

74. Warm Sun & Cool Drinks -

Vacation Idea: This entrepreneur LOVES to travel and having the freedom to do so these past several years has been a blessing. I for one am a sucker for anything that has warm sun, sandy beaches and cool drinks.
Yes – I love visiting the beach…something so relaxing about a beach get away! Maybe it is because I live in a state where winter stays around about 8 months in a year. Can’t say I have a specific favorite place, just anywhere warm!

Thanks To: Cheryl Hill of Diva In Direct Sales

75. Me And My Exotic Island

Vacation Idea: Well, if I were to pick a top spot for recharging my entrepreneurial batteries, I would pick Aruba. It is one of my favorite vacation spots.

However, since I can’t always get to Aruba, anywhere that’s warm and sunny will do. Sometimes that’s laying in the hammock in my back yard, and other times it’s at the beach.

In the winter, when it’s cold, my idea of “warm and sunny” becomes cuddled up in a blanket by the fire watching the snow fall as I read a book.

Thanks To: Laura Aridgides of Thirty-One Gifts

1. Zap ‘em With Positive Energy

58 Ways to Boost Morale: As my employees all work from home (my company is virtual), I get them all on the phone for a conference call and I give them a pep talk. I tell them I feel exciting opportunities coming our way in the next couple of weeks. I tell the team I need everybody to get excited and be ready because things are about to get crazy and really fun. By getting myself excited and pumped up, my employees get excited and pumped up. It is contagious. Positive energy starts at the top and works down.

Thanks To: Peter Geisheker of The Geisheker Group Marketing Firm

2. Employee Morale? Not My Worry.

58 Ways to Boost Morale: While this may not always be the case, the way I’ve dealt with all employee issues so far is to not have any employees. I have many vendors and partners that I work with, but have avoided hiring full-time employees so I can keep my company lean. If a project warrants outside help, I bring on the staff/partners needed to take care of the job. Otherwise, I’m a one-woman shop.

Thanks To: Bonnie Buol Ruszczyk of BBR Marketing

3. Mix It Up!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Here are a few ideas I believe work & have experienced in the past.

Have “Late Day Mondays. Once a month allow your employees to arrive an hour late on a Monday morning – or leave an hour early on a Friday.

Take pictures: Every office has an aspiring photographer. Ask that person to take candid shots of employees, and add them to the “Humor” section

Play with the dress code: Hold an “Ugly Tie,” “Ugly Pants,” or “Ugly Sweater” day. Award prizes.

Thanks To: Susan Vernicek of S&J Identity – Identity Magazine

4. Their Work Has Meaning

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Everyone has their down moments. We’re human. I sometimes remind people about what we stand for, and how the nature of our work HELPS people and organizations. And I remind them also about how that person has touched someone, done something, made a positive difference in someone’s life, in the course of a business day. It’s not only about doing business; it’s about doing business with heart and a meaningfulness. And this gives an employee validation about his or her life’s meaning, as well.

Thanks To: Andrea Gold of Gold Stars Speakers Bureau

5. Honor Your Employees

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When was the last time you said to an employee “Thank you for a job well done” or “You are part of a dynamic team that makes this company successful” or “I welcome your ideas as together we can soar the company to greater heights and success” Are you delivering what you promise to them, do you make them feel important to the team? Remember each and everyone of thsee people are the jewels that help your company shine, so let them know you appreciate them and that they do make a difference.

Thanks To: Robbie Motter of Robbie MotterdbaContacts Unlimited

6. Moral Boost

58 Ways to Boost Morale: In difficult times and dark days, my employees turn to me.
The first thing that I do is I find the positive focus in terms of a marketing push to just a product. I personally adjust my emotional state to the point where I resonate something so positive it is contagious. From this perspective I am emotionally stable enough to deal with internal nay-Sayers and persuade them to press in the same direction as the rest of the company. In this way we all win.

Thanks To: Jeff Schoener of Neuro-Enhancement Strategies

7. Speak Their Language Of Love

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Everyone feels loved and appreciated differently. If you’ve ever read Dr. Gary Chapman’s book “The Five Love Languages” you already know that. Basically it comes down to knowing what the individual values in order to make him/her feel valuable. Giving gift cards may connect with one person, whereas another would prefer an afternoon off, and the third may just want an “atta-boy” or “atta-girl”. Understanding this can help keep morale high even during the most frustrating of projects.

Thanks To: Nicole Dean of Marketer’s Coach

8. Don’t Let Them Guessing!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Most employees will say the most frustrating thing about their boss or employer is the lack of communication and information. Even in difficult times employees like to feel they are “in the know”. While you can’t share everything, to motivate staff make sure each person has some feedback on how they are doing and what contribution they are making overall. If you leave a void of information, employees will fill it and often times it’s not with what you’d want! So, emphasize communication.

Thanks To: Beverly Flaxington of The Collaborative

9. Bring In The Reinforcements!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When morale starts to slip, the best thing you can do is to bring in a new voice. Sometimes the familiar voice doesn’t quite get the same reaction. Think about sports coaches, motivational speakers, a fortune 500 Executive, or anyone in your list of contacts that might be willing to come in and give a speech to your crew. Even if they are not directly related to your company, these types of leaders can motivate anyone to succeed. Their stories will strike a cord in your employees!

Thanks To: Michael Ayalon of Petwebdesigner.com

10. Optimize The Optimism

58 Ways to Boost Morale: General Colin Powell said it best: “Optimism is a force-multiplier.” If, as many believe, it’s the leader’s job to keep hope alive, then you, as Chief Morale Officer, have to repeat the optimistic message over and over. Find quotes, encouraging stats, uplifting examples and weave these in to staff meetings, company newsletters, interviews, press releases, et cetera.

Thanks To: Marlene Caroselli of Principled Persuasion

11. Buy Them Lunch!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Seriously who doesn’t want a free ride? Invite all your employees to a sit down lunch and just talk. If you feel there is coldness in the air then spark up a conversation; possibly about a new venture or a new client. I remember in elementary school if any of the kids had bad feelings towards someone else the teacher would force us to talk in a circle until we all fell to the floor laughing… Hey sometimes you have to be a kid again to boost morale!

Thanks To: Zanade Mann of Online & Off Marketinbg and PR

12. Remember Why………………

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Chin up! Don’t loose site of why you do what you do. Your service or product serves. Try not to forget it.

Thanks To: Carolyn Bartz of WITH PEN IN HAND

13. Grumpy Employees

58 Ways to Boost Morale: The first step is to look at what you’re doing to contribute to this problem. Are you grumpy and your employees are merely reflecting your mood? Are your expectations reasonable? Are you allowing one or two people to disrupt an otherwise collaborative team? Do your employees share your dream for the future? Do you encourage or criticize your people? Do you take a personal interest in them or are they merely a cog in the wheel? Discover your contribution to the problem and boost morale.

Thanks To: Dale Furtwengler of Furtwengler & Associates, P.C.

14. Win Before Losing Morale

58 Ways to Boost Morale: It’s hard no matter what business you’re in, be it entrepreneur or corporate America, to keep morale upbeat. Treat employees more as family, part of a team, not simply employees. Create suggestion bxs, ask for their input on how to make your biz better & actually implement their ideas. Make the environment unique, fun & enjoyable, not just a J-O-B, so they want to be there. Happy employees make for better business, higher morale and more and better production. Try it out, see what happens.

Thanks To: Janette Buckhaulter of Success Transcripts

15. Don’t Hide!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Is morale suffering in your company because of you? As an entreperenur, the weight of the world lands on your shoulders daily. If the weight has become too much to handle, the first reaction, especially for male leaders, is to isolate. But when you sit in your office, behind closed doors, you’re sending a clear message to your team: fear. The solution? Get out of your office and connect. Share as much as you can. Smile. They need to see you, believe in you. That validation may be the cure.

Thanks To: Kaira Rouda of Real You and Real Living

16. Figure Out Why

58 Ways to Boost Morale: One of the most important assets in your business is your support…your team. If your employees have low morale, then YOU as a leader need to first FIGURE OUT WHY this is happening.

Low morale will no doubt show up in the way they handle your business. It must be dealt with swiftly!

Remember that your employees have lives outside of your business, so do not take it personally.

First figure out why the issue exists.

Thanks To: Sandra Baptist of Inst. Forward-Thinking Accountants

17. Stop, Listen And Act!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Communicate! Ask what the issues,LISTEN, then act! Create an environment of authenticity, integrity, and innovation.

Encourage creativity and involvement. As an entrepreneur, you have vision, but you can’t do it all alone.

Thriving businesses are built by holding a clear vision and unleashing the talents of everyone on your team to bring that vision to reality.

Learn from those around you and bring the best to market!

Thanks To: Judith Lukomski of Transitions Today Inc.

18. Be Honest, Focus On Positive

58 Ways to Boost Morale: The stresses of meeting payroll can be overwhelming to owners in tough economic times. When businesses struggle, employees struggle right along with them.

In my experience the best thing is to be open and honest with employees about the situation. Of course, note the positive along with the difficult. Let you employees help with any needed course correction. Let them give input. They have a stake in the success of the company, too!

Thanks To: Alison Moore Smith of Start Blogging in 1 Week

19. Promise Relief From Overwork

58 Ways to Boost Morale: In our organization, morale is most likely to drop because the workload is heavy. I always offer compensatory time off after a project is over and encourage people to take flex time as needed during the project so that their lives are disrupted as little as possible. I also remind people of their past successes and the appreciation our clients have shared with them. If we are working late, I pay for dinner. I also make sure everyone gets home safely . . . even if that means paying for a cab.

Thanks To: Donald Mitchell of The 400 Year Project

20. Morale Takes Teamwork

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Year after year, I found management always compounded the poor morale! When sales numbers were down, they would hammer the salespeople that they were lazy, no good, and would soon lose their jobs if they didn’t improve. What if instead, management had done the opposite – asking, “How may we help you? What do you need? Let’s have a meeting to brainstorm; we’ll have a party when the numbers turn around…” Work on poor morale together as a team – you will reach new highs and increase revenue.

Thanks To: Elinor Stutz of Smooth Sale, LLC

21. Talk To Me!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: First of all it’s important to understand the underlying reason for the dip in morale. Asking open ended questions and encouraging honest dialogue gets people to share their feelings. This will lead to an exchange of ideas and suggestions on what can be done to improve the situation. Even if it’s something outside of your span of control, the fact that you cared enough to open up the lines of communication will, in itself, begin to improve morale.

Thanks To: Marya Grier of Performance Connect

22. Short Sharp Shock

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Setting short small achievable milestones or goals is a sure fire way to boost morale. Whether you choose to have some form of incentive/prize or not is another matter but getting some quick wins under ones belt does great for morale boosting.

It’s making/feeling a difference that is the key so choose some good, short term, achievable but important/effective goals.

Thanks To: Chris Moore of Help It Crashed Again

23. It’s You!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: If your employees are discouraged, look in the mirror. What face are you showing them? You are the role model: your energy, your enthusiasm, your vision of the future. Demonstrate your excitement, your optimism, your belief in the company. If you can’t do that, why would anyone else care?

Thanks To: Stephen Balzac of 7 Steps Ahead, LLC

24. Large Morale Deposits

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Value your employees. Always remind them of the goal or prize all striving for but also remind them that they are prized employees. Thank them for their hard work all of the time; this will prove wise in the hard times that will come later. By doing this you are sharing your vision with them and making them part of that vision. This will motivate them a lot more in the long run than just reminding them of a paycheck. Make large deposits in them now so there is something to withdraw later on.

Thanks To: Edwin Soler of Libreria Berea

25. Give Ownership

58 Ways to Boost Morale: My team’s morale is directly connected to their sense of creativity. When they lack new, creative ideas, their motivation wanes. To help combat this, we discuss what is stifling their creativity and then give them the opportunity to solve the challenge. The solution provides ownership over new ideas and implementation of those ideas helps boost their own morale because they own the project.

Thanks To: Melissa Rose of Biz in a Boxx

26. A Kind Word Goes A Long Way

58 Ways to Boost Morale: While “the power of money” is thought to be THE motivator, I have found that a kind word, a sincere appreciation of an employees efforts and thanks given upon day’s end. I’ve also surprised staff with lunch, cookies for an afternoon break and/or morning coffee…These small treats can go a long way in letting employees know that they are appreciated and a vital part of the organization.

Thanks To: DeAnna Radaj of Bante Design LLC

27. Challenge Them To Love Work

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Ultimately low moral=low revenue but who feels like giving more to employees who are underperforming? That’s right nobody! Set a challenge, lofty but doable such as new sales increases, attendance etc. Employees will push themselves & each other understanding that the employees who achieve will have a reward & peer recognition. Plaque on the wall with Baseball tickets for their family or dinner certificate with group activity that all achievers attend together.

Thanks To: Jason Heetland of Sphinx Ranch Gourmet Gift Market

28. Remember Why…

58 Ways to Boost Morale: I really have two tips, first and really the most important is to remember to tell your employees how much you mean to the company. I have seen my employees turn around simply because I said thank you, you are important to me.

The other, which works for any business, is to work with the employees to help them remember why you do what you do. Most small businesses are making a difference in someone’s life and it helps morale when employees can see that.

Thanks To: Michelle Hill of Hill Country Historians

29. Celebrate The Success

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Turning things into a positive forward motion is easy, if you are willing to celebrate the small stuff. Sometimes your staff may just need a thank you or job well done, and sometimes you may have to invest a little more. How about creating a monthly celebration/escape? Take 1 day out of the month & do a staff lunch out or a mini-golf day, etc. Simple things can create value in lives, invest in those that make your business grow, ROI 150%.

Thanks To: Robin Hardy of Robin Hardy Consultant

30. Call My Play Coach

58 Ways to Boost Morale: In sports when a star athlete is struggling the quarterback or point gurad calls a play to put their teammate in a position to make a successful play. As the captain of your entrepreneur-ship a great way to boost morale and keep your employee in the game is to give them a task they can complete and with excellence. Confidence leads to championships for your company.

Thanks To: Derrick Hayes of WOE Enterprises

31. Tea For Two

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Since my staff is small and all women, it’s easy. I either take them to lunch or make them lunch and bring it in. We just relax for an hour and I let them see I am not such a gung-ho pushy broad after all. That we are more alike than different and that we are a team. If chocolate is on sale I bring that in and gift certificates are always for pampering (manicures, etc) Sometimes just a hug or sincere thank you is enough to make the difference. Appreciation goes a long way!

Thanks To: Sandy Wheeler of Sandy Wheeler Travel Specialties

32. The Answer Is Love

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Just silently repeat “I Love You” when you are talking to them. Also set aside time at home to send Love to them by saying “I Love You” while imagining them in front of you. Also visualize light energy going from your heart to their hearts. Do this when you are face to face and in person with them too. Love creates amazing miracles!

Thanks To: Kundan Chhabra of Feel Loved Right Now

33. Praise!!!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: I work in direct sales, so I do not have employees, but team members. I have found that words of praise and encouragement go a LONG way. Everyone wants to feel good, be acknowledged for the hard work they are doing, and be lifted up. I also run team contests with the prize ranging from great inspirational books to cold hard cash! NEVER FORGET…If you focus on the needs of others, you will be happier too!

Thanks To: Jocelyn Wiebe of AmeriPlan

34. Celebrate Your Successes

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Motivation must come from within and what better way than to celebrate all the things you have accomplished by celebrating your successes – what you have done well. By keeping a list, a journal of your successes (think accomplished goals) you can quickly see how much you have accomplished.

Thanks To: Leanne Hoagland-Smith of ADVANCED SYSTEMS

35. Assume Or Resume

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When there is a breakdown in communication, your team may fill in the gaps by making incorrect assumptions. As a leader, we are to resume communication by opening up our ears to intently listen to their voices. Sometimes our words say one thing and our actions say another. Don’t let this conflictive message crack the infrastructure of the team. You hired them for their skill and expertise, allow them to spread their wings.

Thanks To: Kim Billings of OneSimus

36. Shake It Up, Walk It Out!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When everything is stale, when things are at an impasse, it is time to pass the Wonderball and to take a walk. Taking a cue from my mentor, Ms. Tabatha, I round up all employees, put flyers in their hands and we canvass the neighbourhood for new clients! It’s always nice to get into the community, it’s refreshing to have the sun on your face, and sometimes we turn up some new clients and contacts! It is always refreshing to have a different perspective and to walk off the blues!

Thanks To: Doula Angelita of ResurgamBirthingWell8899

37. Hire A Motivational Singer

58 Ways to Boost Morale: I hire a motivational SINGER to deliver inspiration, entertainment, and meaningful content. Studies show that individuals in the workplace retain information better when they are inspired by “Ambionic Music and lyrics.”

Heralded by The Academy of Sound, Ambionic Music is the unique combination of motivation and entertainment. Ambionic Music can provide the inspiration needed to act upon empowering messages. When employees feel good about themselves, they perform better.

- Fra

Thanks To: Fran Briggs of Get Sponsored!

38. A Breath Of Fresh Air…

58 Ways to Boost Morale: We all struggle to keep pushing forward sometimes, especially when it’s the whole group that needs a boost. One of the best things you can do is to get outside and get some fresh air! We may take a break, go grab lunch outside and enjoy the day, grab some java and just sit and relax at the beach. Even the best can get stressed and need a break, you actually work better when you do take a quick break and get some air. Not to mention a lot of us get great ideas while taking a break!

Thanks To: Ashley Bodi of BusinessBeware.Biz

39. Remember The Big Picture

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When it is apparent that our team members are having a temporary morale issue, we halt operations for a brief moment to have a group discussion. We discuss our company’s long-term mission and goals, and how employees fit into that goal. When everyone understands why we do what we do, they remember why the love the company. By constantly reinforcing employee confidence and morale, it improves our company culture. Sometime people need a simple reminder. Remember, the daily grind gets difficult.

Thanks To: Mark Hall of Input Ladder

40. Listen Compassionately

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Understanding the pulse of morale takes listening. What are the reasons for low morale? Once you have listened compassionately, you’ll find you could spend perhaps a few minutes more with an employee and it makes a world of difference. Having said that, you and your leadership team need to determine what you can and cannot take action on, clearly describe the principles by which you are operating, and let the culture stand from there. This will carry your culture and vision through the long term.

Thanks To: Pamela Hawley of UniversalGiving

41. How Can I Help?

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Always look outside of yourself, keep yourself open to what’s around you and listen to what’s bringing you down,maybe just maybe, it’s not that big of a deal?

Play nice and eat your spinach!

Thanks To: Jerry Pollio of CMT Creative Marketing

42. Attention Alert!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Low morale means low energy! Pay attention to how people respond to you and each other. Do you see behaviors like passive-aggressiveness, gossiping, stealing, or stress claims mounting? Go one-to-one or call a meeting: “You probably know how to do your jobs even better, because you’re doing them. What kind of attention do you need from me to support your ideas?” FOLLOW THROUGH. Watch the morale, energy and creativity burst upwards!

Thanks To: Alice A March of The Attention Factor

43. Open The Lines Of Communicatio

58 Ways to Boost Morale: In businesses where employees are actively linked into the development of achievement plans, a much higher performing organization is achieved. Initiate informal group & private discussions with employees. Ask for an exchange of ideas. Brainstorming, utilized at all employee levels, can be an extremely useful and prolific tool. Keep communication open so rumors are squelched before they take on a life of their own. Ask for input and accept it consideration & respect.

Thanks To: Dale Little of Business Strategist

44. Check Yourself

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Make sure your own morale is high. As an entrepreneur leading a team towards a common goal, your morale is contagious. If your team’s morale is down, first check yours. When my team has been down, I keep positive and try to refocus them on the big picture, always reminding them that positive thinking goes a long way. I also remind them that you wake up each day and control your own fate.

Thanks To: Matt Shoup of Shoup Consulting

45. Find What’s True In The Momen

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When morale is down, it’s often because people are caught in what buddhists call the dilemma of hope and fear. Hope that things will get better and fear that they won’t. In either case you’re so focused on the past and future, that there is inherent anxiety. If you really want to boost morale, then look at what you have right now: your creative offerings, your successes, your health, your co-worker relationships that you all enjoy. All growth comes out of present happiness and faith.

Thanks To: Craig Wolfe of CelebriDucks

46. Start With Listening To Them

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Have weekly meetings with your employees to keep them in the loop about what the company is currently doing as a whole to improve things is a good start. Take suggestions from them and reward them for submitting ones that you can implement. Have a weekly fun time with them, even if just for 30 minutes to have a trivia game or something else that’s fun for small prizes.

The ones that seem the most down, have a face to face. Sometimes all they need is for you to listen to them.

Thanks To: Eric Kates of MortgageLeads.com

47. A-ccentuate The Positive

58 Ways to Boost Morale: As a company leader, it is my mission to help boost the morale of the troops when the going gets tough.

During tough times, I choose to stay positive and not dwell on all the things that are going wrong.

Instead, look at what is going RIGHT, and remind everyone to capitalize on all the positive things that are working for the company.

If my tutor helped raise a student’s SAT score 250 points, then I will give him a pay raise, and tell him that he won the next two SAT jobs.

Thanks To: Alexis Avila of Prepped & Polished

48. A Little Lipstick Always Helps

58 Ways to Boost Morale: No matter how difficult or frustrating things may be, there is always one positive in the situation. Something is working, even if very small. Instead of focusing on all the things that are not working out, realize the positives are important and should not be ignored. I may not feel my best, but I always feel, a little lipstick always help. Things can’t be so bad with a little lip stick, and a situations are not so dire. Evaluate what is working and piggy back on that to create more successes.

Thanks To: Beth Silver of DOUBET CONSULTING

49. Unexpected Gestures

58 Ways to Boost Morale: I’ve found that unexpected gestures, like giving someone a half day off for their hard work, really keeps morale up. If people put in the work, they deserve to be rewarded and time off to spend with family is a sure-fire way to keep your employees happy, especially today with everyone being busier than ever. A rested employee is a happy employee.

Thanks To: Anthony Adams of SEO Service Dallas

50. Gratitude! Count Blessings!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: People feel down when they look at what they don’t have or are afraid of losing something they value. Being grateful for what you DO have boosts morale. Have a “gratitude circle” for all the employees to gather together and give thanks for the blessings they DO have … grateful to have a job,a home, people they love and who love them … grateful to live in a country that has toilet paper, grateful to have eyes to see, ears to hear, legs to walk. It inspires hope. Aid others by sharing!

Thanks To: Laurel Clark of School of Metaphysics

51. What’s In It For Me?

58 Ways to Boost Morale: We approach any challenge as a team. We put our heads together and brainstorm ways we could do things differently, or inject new energy into current efforts. rnrnBefore we begin a new initiative, a new sales goal, or even a new review period, I always try to make sure each team member can answer “What’s In It For Me?”. When people understand the personal impact, potential reward, or opportunity ahead of them, they are more motivated to move forward.

Thanks To: Debbie Rosemont of Simply Placed

52. Find The Source And Fix It!

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Instead of guessing at morale problems, find out the cause or causes and address them. Do a company survey or ask your managers to do one-on-one interviews with employees and ask direct questions–how can we improve our internal communications? If you could change one thing in our workplace, what would it be? When you get to the root of your problems, make a concerted effort to improve. Include employees in that process. Let them see you are open to change.

Thanks To: Susan Hawkins of The Shops at 24 SEven

53. Positive Affirmations

58 Ways to Boost Morale: To keep a positive attitude, I always recommend starting and ending each day with a positive affirmation. State your goals in present tense and use the words I AM… For example, I am attracting the right people into my business. Or, I am blessed and highly favored. Make a list of 5-10 positive affirmations, put them on index cards and then read them every morning and every evening!
To your success,
Dr. Laura

Thanks To: Laura Aridgides of Thirty-One Gifts

54. 8 Ways To Boost Morale

58 Ways to Boost Morale: 1.Provide clear direction-nothing is more demotivating than not knowing where the company is headed 2. Ask “How is it going?”, LISTEN! and help remove any barriers to success 3. Recognize and Celebrate Progress – Have lunch, buy a cake, go to the movies! 4. Say “I know you can do it!” and leave them alone 5. Provide learning opportunities 6. Make decisions quickly 7. Include and involve people in decisions that impact them 8. Relieve stress by having fun!

Thanks To: Lawrence Polsky of PeopleNRG

55. Be The Example

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When employees struggle, it is usually a reflection of management. You want to move forward, you should lead by example. Stay positive, praise good work, teach employees instead of preaching to them. Give them the opportunity to work on new projects if they are ready and do not micro manage. If you are a positive influence, it will spread through the company and people will be happy to work together to achieve the goals of the company.

Thanks To: Roxana Nunez of AvidDiva

56. Have A Pow Wow Meeting

58 Ways to Boost Morale: Communication is important in any business.rnI found that either having a one on one venting rnsession with one employee is great.People need to talk about resentments, and conflicts in the work place, If you have alot of employees,rna weekly pow wow meeting might work, where rnworkers can have a good session, vent their frustrations followed by a brainstorming session of good resolves. A pep talk on the mission statement of the company is an added plus.

Thanks To: Gerry Hoylie of Allana Enterprises

57. A Well-deserved Break

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When we feel our employees need a boost we’ll select a day in the next week or so where everyone gets a half-day. Usually it is a Friday and we’ll give them a restaurant or movie gift card that they can enjoy during their time off. We truly value our employees and know they work hard and deserve a (surprise) break every so often.

Thanks To: Piper Smith of Museum Way Pearls

58. We’re All In It Together

58 Ways to Boost Morale: When employees are struggling with low morale, the entrepreneur is perhaps better positioned to help than anyone else. Part of what motivates my colleagues is a sense of ownership that is achieved in a small business. Giving employees the ability to change the circumstances that are leading to low morale is one of the most powerful things that an employer can do. The prospect of working together to make the business a success (and owning the result of that) can boost significantly boost morale.

Thanks To: Stephan Nicoleau of Critical Value Advisors

1. Tools Of The Law Of Attraction

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: We know you heard about the book “The Secret”, the book that grabbed everyone’s curiosity to learn more about the law of attraction. We are excited in letting you know about our big SECRET the introduction to “The Answer of the Universe, by Dr. Felix Toran. This is the book after “The Secret”, it reveals the tools needed to Create an ideal life by using the law of attraction. “The Answer of the Universe”, is currently a best seller in Spain and Latin America. Grab your copy at www.vaszbo

Thanks To: Vasz Books of Vasz Books

2. Small Business Fitness

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: As a small business owner isn’t it frustrating to see workplace business touted as the answer to reducing employee health care benefits, increasing productivity, and more. It’s like “Yeah right, what am I going to do, put an employee gym in the bathroom.”
Up until now workplace wellness has been only available to those with economies of scale. But leave it to technology to change all that. Break Pal brings affordable (as low as free), easy to implement, workplace wellness to the small bus

Thanks To: Phil Weaver of Break Pal – Workplace Wellness

3. Green Your Grow

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Yes, AMSOIL synthetic lubes are the best available on the market but there’s a side to AMSOIL most people don’t know – AMSOIL also makes AGGRAND Natural Fertilizers. From houseplants to farms, AGGRAND excels. Easy, a quart (other sizes also) of 4-3-3 makes up to 16 gallons for foliar spray, side-dressing, transplanting, any combo desired. See “The Gardening Guide” on how to use AGGRAND for maximum results.

CLICK AGGRAND Fertilizers (on left side). Ask me about our special programs !

Thanks To: Harry O. Rakfeldt of AMSOIL Synthetics – Direct Dealer

4. School Of Metaphysics

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: The School of Metaphysics is a not-for-profit educational and service organization that teaches adults how to manifest their full potential through developing essential life skills such as undivided attention, concentration, memory, listening, imagination, reasoning, intuition and breath. Meditation, visualization and dream interpretation are included in the study, as all are necessary for using the whole mind, those “untapped” abilities that are the mark of genius!

Thanks To: Laurel Clark of School of Metaphysics

5. Stop The Me Too Advertising

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Card-Logic is on a mission to help save the brick & mortar stores that help build our country! We are offering small businesses the opportunity to compete against large companies via our unique innovative direct mail loyalty program. Card-Logic links customers to websites with card activations and provides data results to business owners in Real-Time! See you ad working instantly! We are now ready to interview for territory applications, No Inventory No Products No Hassle! Get in NOW!

Thanks To: Gregg Mulgrew of Card-Logic

6. Have Tpe Will Travel!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Hi all, it’s Sandy from Sandy Wheeler Travel. I am pleased to announce several upcoming trips for the gals–I would be happy to help you find the one that’s right for you and your group. First we just announced our 2010 Fall Chicks at Sea Oct 4-9, 5 days of floating fun! We also have a super New Orleans Christmas escorted bus tour that will take us into the heart of New Orleans French Quarter! Questions are welcome!

Thanks To: Sandy Wheeler of Sandy Wheeler Travel Specialties

7. Introducing Swag-ltd.com

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: We are happy to announce the launch of our new online destination Swag-Ltd.com, an upscale giveaway site featuring hot new products, amazing designers and up & coming entrepreneurs to keep an eye on!rnrnWe hope you all will stop by for a visit and become a member! It’s free to join and registration is easy. In addition to fantastic prizes, Swag members are eligible to earn fabulous Swag Rewards. Hope to see you there!

Thanks To: Betty Newman of Swag-Ltd.

8. Confidence Is Everything!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: At Ribeezie Media (http://www.ribeeziemedia.com) we specialize in helping the solo-preneur and small business owner bridge the gap between what’s possible on the web vs. what’s practical. We’re an Education First company that what’s to help traditional business come into a New Age in Marketing. Drawing on 20+ collective years of experience, we educate our Rockstar clients through speaking engagements, webinars and private one-on-one and phone consultations.

Thanks To: Ricardo Bueno of Ribeezie Media

9. Protect Baby + Save $

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: ONLY multi-functional infant carrier cover to: 1.Protect baby. Covers Baby’s carrier to protect from the elements and strangers. Elastic keeps it secure.

2. Cover Mom. Nursing cover that’s easy to use and covers mom completely.

3. Keeps germs away. Shopping Cart/high chair cover helps prevent sickness!

All this in ONE stylish product! It saves money, saves space, and saves parents a lot of worry.

Thanks To: Kirsten Reeder of Sprout Shell

10. What Do You Do Again?

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: I coach single women on money issues. Single, divorced, widowed? What now? Budgeting, insurance, mortgages, credit, banking,investing, wills, trusts, cars, phones, utilities. It’s now all your responsibility. Maybe it was before, maybe not. If you feel that you need a partner to work with you on all of these money issues, hire me. I don’t sell insurance or investments. I am a coach, an educator. I will become your personal CFO, your money concierge. I am a Certified Women’s Money Coach. Thanks!

Thanks To: Neil Palache of The Wealth Creator Company 4 Women

11. All Aspiring Speakers-read!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Contact us if you or anyone you know wants to succeed as a professional speaker. Learn the secrets to creating a highly successful speaking business in my book, The Business of Successful Speaking! (www.goldstars.com/products/008.html). It’s THE definitive book for speaking success! Become a true entrepreneur. Don’t take MY word for it. Check it out!

Thanks To: Andrea Gold of Gold Stars Speakers Bureau

12. Own A Business But Don’t Work

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Want to create a separate stream of income? It’s worth a look at what New Leaf Seedlings has to offer.
An opportunity where other people dig in and do the work for you, while you sit back, watch it all happen and rake in the cash.
Also seeking great sales professionals for fabulous money making opportunity!

Thanks To: Siobhan Shaw of New Leaf Seedlings

13. Sensual Energy Is Good For Biz

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Being Grounded in Your Sensual Essence is Good for Business!
Four tips to bring more passion to your business and your life.

• Energy – Enhances energy, focus and improves your over all health.
• Passion – Attracts perfect clients and intimate partners
• Intuition – Allows for more connection to your heart and intuition. That connection will strengthen your decision making processes.
• Creativity – Augments inspiration and passion!

Thanks To: Debra Smith of The Sensuality Sage

14. Out Of The Box, Not Big Box

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: At Mom 4 Life we offer 100% mom invented fresh finds. We are out of the box, not “big box”. Many of our products were invented by a moms that had a mothering “product need” and there was not something currently on the market to meet that need. The big name stores are filled with baby products, but I am willing to put my stock in the mom invented products every time! Enjoy our FREE US shipping, gift registry and price matching services while you find something truly unique!

Thanks To: Heather Ledeboer of Mom 4 Life

15. Sudz On The Road

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: At Sudz N Bubbles, we LOVE our toilet paper entrepreneur! We even took it on the road with us to our most recent show where we showcased our fabulous soapcakes, soap pies, sudz pops and list goes on! Our soapy goodness will clean your parts but not stick to yer hips.

Do you need logo or customized soap for trade shows, baby showers, weddings? We love to create custom pieces for all your soapy needs.

Thanks To: CINDY TOLLEN of Sudz N Bubbles, Ltd.

16. Cool & Cumfy Maternity Clothes

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Vivique is the first clothing line dedicated to providing apparel designed to fit women before, during and after pregnancy. Vivique’s signature bottoms feature a patent pending waistband technology.

No more annoying elastic band over the belly and pants that continue to fall down! Vivique bottoms actually have a waist that is comfortable and allows clothing to actually stay up.

Vivique helps women feel and look amazing and fashionable!

www.ViviqueApparel.com

Thanks To: Deborah Munies of Vivique

17. They Zig, I Zag

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: When everyone else in your niche zigs you zag. Break out of the mold that has been set for your business. Our Christian bookstore is doing just that. We don’t want to look or do what everyone else is doing. We want to be different, thus we zag. We are different in the way we deliver and reach out to our customers. How? We OVER DELIVER. You can’t do that when you follow everyone else. So when they zig you zag, GOT IT? If you do you will succeed.

Thanks To: Edwin Soler of Libreria Berea

18. What Not To Do

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: I started a service based business 5 yrs ago. It’s been great. However, what I suggest, if you don’t already know is not to put your business before your life, family, passion, etc. If you get into the habit of providing for whatever a client wants soon you’ll find yourself working all hrs of the day/night & weekends to boot. That’s not a biz that’s a job. Don’t lose yourself to your biz. Provide quality work, quality help, do a good job, but remember who you are.

Thanks To: Janette Buckhaulter of Success Transcripts

19. Giving Your Business A Voice

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: In today’s society, the customer is not always right. Business Beware is where businesses can warn each other about difficult customers and collect from non-paying customers. Our “collection letter” can be sent to non-paying customers and when they do pay, the business does not owe a percentage like you would to an agency. So we help you pick out the bad customer apples and we help you save money. Customers use the BBB as their leverage, why not use Business Beware as yours? Yeah we rock.

Thanks To: Ashley Bodi of BusinessBeware.biz

20. Stop ’shoulding’ On Yourself

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: You’ve only got one life to live why the hell waste it ’shoulding’ on yourself. I should stay at the job that pays me well that I hate; I should stay with my partner because of the kids even though I don’t love him anymore; I should always think of others first because it’s the right thing to do–get the point? Living a life without shoulds means a feeling fulfilled, alive, inspired and inspiring. Bottom line, through tools, support and motivation,I will help you to stop ’shoulding’ on yourself

Thanks To: Kirsten Mahoney of Insight Out Life Coaching

21. Have A Verve Hors D’oeuvre!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Pre-scheduling “wry and snappy — never sappy” ecards from VerveCards.com — or sending them at the last second — is a breeze! Sign up for a FREE Verve Hors d’Oeuvre, and see for yourself! Email Info@VerveCards.com with “Verve Me!” in the subject line to receive a FREE one-week mini test drive!

Thanks To: Nancy Rielle of VerveCards.com

22. Make A Tough Conversation Easy

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: 3 Steps to Making Difficult Conversations Easy

1) Never have it the same day you discover the need for it.

2) The night before, confirm to yourself that your motivation is their success—that the conversation will support their interests & fulfillment. Visualize the conversation going that way. Sleep on it.

3) Have no script. Begin with telling them something you admire about them. Pause before you go on.

With that prep you can trust yourself.

Thanks To: Mike Blackstone of Project Butterfly Code™

23. First Communion Dresses

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: A Little Indulgence has divine first communion dresses. We offer communion dresses that can ship immediately, as well as more elaborated communion dresses that are made-to-order. All of our first communion dresses are so divine that you’ll want to preserve the communion dress as a family heirloom for other loved ones.

Thanks To: Chief Princess of A Little Indulgence

24. Rise Above Mediocrity…

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: As an accomplished coach, speaker, and author I spend my time in the trenches working on solving the problems of women business owners. I’m a different kind of coach. I won’t make you guess at the answers. I will deliver smart and savvy tips, tools and strategies that can turn your hectic and draining business into a thriving, smooth running, fun and highly lucrative money making reality. To sign up for my FREE report and newsletter filled with great tips, visit www.daretobephenomenal.com

Thanks To: Maureen Campaiola of DARE To Be Phenomenal

25. Productivity Is In Your Grasp

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Who could you be if your story was no longer holding you down? We believe that life is meant to be lived and businesses are meant to be profitable. Fabulous vision combined with practical systems can make that happen very quickly. You will maximize every hour and every dollar you invest in your business and life. You don’t have to do it our way, because we help you find your way!™ Contact 309-826-5263 or click the link & take our free self-assessment for a chance at strategy session.

Thanks To: Stephanie Calahan of Calahan Solutions, Inc.

26. Thc Loves The Tpe!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur provided me with a wealth of information on bootstrapping my concept to reality. A big ‘thank you’ to Mike for this fantastic book. In under six months, my product, The Hangover Cure (THC), had customers on six continents and over twenty countries and I did it all with very limited financial resources. If you need a safe, all natural drink mix that helps with hangovers, check it out.

Thanks To: Anthony Adams of The Hangover Cure

27. Make Your Special Event Sparkl

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: I, Gerry provide exceptionl entertainment and gift ideas for special events,
After all, after Aunt Martha eats her birthday cake, what is next? Boredom, Ho hum!!! That is where a Caricature artist, for example, can make you and your friends laugh for hours, a tarot card reader makes everyone anticipate “their personal reading”, and a magician can scintillate and awe your guests.So go to www.allanaenterprises.com to see all the offerings there. Live a little!!!!

Thanks To: Gerry Hoylie of Allana Enterprises

28. Pr Coaching/consulting

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: No budget for PR? Not ready to outsource your PR? Want to learn how to do it for yourself? Although my main business is doing PR on retainer for clients in Fashion/Beauty/Home/Lifestyle, I do also love helping small and launching businesses, entrepreneurs and service providers to get their PR campaigns off the ground as efficiently as possible. Visit www.lizzyshawpr.com to see a list of services – I look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks To: Lizzy Shaw of Lizzy Shaw Public Relations

29. Pack Lunches Fast & Healthy!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: It’s hard to get fit and shed pounds if you live on cafeteria, restaurant, or worse:
convenience store/pre-packaged food.

A great way to resolve this issue is by packing your own healthy meals for work or school.

My EasyLunchbox System is an affordable timesaver for all those wonderful brown bag ideas! No BPA, PVC, vinyl, phthalates,or lead.

Quickly pack meals to go without wasting money, time, paper or plastic.

Read our great reviews here http://bit.ly/9oPEfX

Thanks To: Kelly Lester, mom & CEO of EasyLunchboxes.com

30. Affordable Dental/health Plans

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Business owners & individuals can take advantage of our affordable dental & medical discount plans. $14.95-$39.95/mo. Nationwide plans. No co-pays, No deductibles, No waiting periods, just great discounts on all your healthcare needs. Click the link to view our plans, locate providers in your area, or self-enroll online. You can contact me through the website as well for more info.

Thanks To: Jocelyn Wiebe of AmeriPlan

31. Can You Handle This Truth?

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Finally, the truth is out about introverts and negative myths are being busted. Grab your free 32 page excerpt to your guide about how as an introvert you can: Once and for all demolish any devastating doubts and discover your true worth; feel good about who you are, rather than wasting your time to become an extrovert; be happier at work and life. Go where hundreds of other are going to get this valuable perspective: http://www.coachingforintroverts.com

Thanks To: Patricia Weber of Business Coach for Introverts & Shy

32. Simple, Fun And Rewarding -

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Are you looking at the Direct Sales as a career option to either supplement your income or build it big? YOU just found a company that gives you freedom, great profit, flexibility and quality products like NO other. No jumping through hoops to meet quotas (not unless you like the circus life) ;0)
Visit my website – fill out the form – let me answer all your questions and send you a FREE gift. You will be surprised at how dynamic a direct sales business can be with Scent-sation and our team!

Thanks To: Cheryl Hill of Mia Bella Career

33. Ready For College?

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Prepped & Polished: Tutoring, College Counseling, Test Prep is a premier educational services company founded by educators in 1999. Our mission is to provide you with the highest-quality customized learning experience available. We will help you achieve top grades, higher test scores and meet your college-related goals. Whether you are looking for in-person or online Tutoring, College Counseling, or Test Prep, we’re there to help you succeed.

Thanks To: Alexis Avila of Prepped & Polished

34. Change Your Life And Succeed

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Did you know that 84% of Coaches and EFT practitioners FAIL to ever build a successful business? Do you want to join those 84% or would you like to be amongst the 16% that succeed?
Are you struggling to find enough clients and be successful? If so then step this we are here to help.
The Specialist Guild of Excellence and Success – is the world’s leading on and offline specialist success community and was founded by Carol Dodsley, who started her career as a coach and EFT practitioner

Thanks To: Carol Dodsley of Specialist Guild of Excellence

35. Are You A Good Karma Host?

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Good Karma Host is built around a simple but powerful idea: little things matter. Service, integrity, and pure intentions in every interaction matter. If you subscribe to this notion and aspire to live by it, using your voice to help others, support principals you believe in and do your work in the universe with love, you are a Good Karma Host already. Let us use our expertise and experience to make your work more effective. And thank you, for all you do.

Thanks To: Dixie Vogel of Good Karma Host LLC

36. Get Your Ip In Order

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Do you know when and how to properly protect your brand? For many years I managed the international trademark portfolio for a major internet retailer and I can help you understand how to choose and research a proper trademark; what you can and cannot do on your own as the trademark owner; when and how to choose appropriate counsel; how to keep your outside counsel costs under control; what systems you’ll need, and when and whom to hire to manage your trademarks and domains internally.

Thanks To: Kate Navarro Fessler of Virtual In-House IP Manager

37. Word That Turn To Gold

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: If you have issues with writing because your grammar is not up to par, and you need to communicate your thoughts to others, don’t have any more fear or concern.

I have been in business for nearly 20 years and am a communications specialist. I help people like you better your communications with others. How do I do it? Simple. You tell me what you are trying to communicate, and I’ll write it for you. I’ll write words that will be like gold to you.

Thanks To: Harry Husted of Creating Words

38. It’s A What ?

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: I often get asked questions about my latest invention like how does it work, does it beep, do you clap, is it electronic ? It’s none of the above and it’s called Fun Key Finder. A purely simple, low-tech solution in a world of high tech gadgets that’s based on principles taught by memory experts and professional organizers.

YouTube.com/funkeyfinder will answer all your “It’s a What ?” questions and more.

FunKey Finder….Opening doors to your world.

Thanks To: Linda Nagamine of EZ Living Connection LLC

39. Wedded To Your Website?

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: At Miller Mosaic Power Marketing we understand why people are so attached to their websites even when those websites are not effective for social media marketing. Read our blog post “Why People Are Wedded to Their Websites” at http://budurl.com/wedded and then check out our new “social media make-over” service created especially for people wedded to their websites. If you are an entrepreneur, reading this post and acting on it may be a turning point in your online business marketing ef

Thanks To: Phyllis Zimbler Miller of Miller Mosaic Power Marketing

40. Free Cd For Network Marketers!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: FREE CD: 7 Simple Secrets to Creating a Wildly Successful Network Marketing Business!

Go to: http://www.SimpleNetworkMarketingSuccess.com

The CD is free – you just pay $4.95 shipping, AND you get a free 2 week trial to my Video Coaching program! No obligation, learn how my 11+ years of experience can help you create a wildly successful business too!

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To your success,
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Thanks To: Laura Aridgides of SimpleNetworkMarketingSuccess.com

41. Feel Beautiful Everyday!™

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Identity is a unique and empowering, nationwide online magazine that was created not only for the average woman, but for that unique woman within you.

We are all individual in our thoughts, interests, beliefs and experiences. Each of us harbors our own fears, doubts, questions and insecurities. That’s why we bring you a positive and safe place to turn for information, inspiration, support, sharing, and “permission” to just be who you are.

Thanks To: Susan Vernicek of S&J Identity, Inc. – Identity Magaz

42. 50 Words Essay Contest

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Each quarter of the year Derrick Hayes will sponsor an Essay Contest. The winning essay writer will be highlighted with a brief bio and their winning entry. Each essay must be at least 50 words.

1st Quarter Essay Contest Topic: How do you stay encouraged?

Deadline: March 21st, 2010

The purpose of this contest is to inspire more people to write.

Enter contest at http://derrickhayes.com/essay-contest/ and in the entry box list your essay.

Thanks To: Derrick Hayes of WOE Enterprises

43. The Essentials 4 Raising Ceos

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: Raising a CEO Kids is a long process but I’ll keep my tips here to the “ESSENTIALS”.

1. Support but don’t smother: Allow kids to start a biz knowing they OWN it & they CAN do it!
2. 24/7/365: Engage in teaching/inspiring ANY time its appropriate 24/7/365!
3. Embrace failing forward to success: Give kids a SAFE environment to go for their dreams even if they fall along the way.
4. Play full out and give back: Encourage them to do what it takes to be successful

Thanks To: Sarah Cook of Raising CEO Kids

44. I Love You!!!

An Entrepreneur To Check Out: I am creating the largest platform for you to experience love and exchange love like you have never had before! The site is not up yet. So, I am only putting my youtube link up here. You can also email me at whyareyousolovable@yahoo.com Email me to get my book “Why I Don’t Need You But I Enjoy Your Company” and my poem “Why I have Never Paid for a First Date Nor Bought a Drink for a Girl in my Entire Life”. Friend me or fan me on facebook: Kundan Chhabra.

Thanks To: Kundan Chhabra of How to Feel Loved Right Now