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How to choose the right business coach

How to Choose the Right Business Coach

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneAugust 22, 2018Leave a comment

Business Coaching is becoming more common and more prevalent.   Just as any great sportspeople, performer or leader has a coach, so do many businesses now.   I have written a number of articles around coaching (links below) and here I thought I’d share with you some tips on how to select the best and right business…

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Employee Quitting Checklist

Employee Quitting Checklist – Vital Reminders

Business TipsBy Donna StoneAugust 14, 2018Leave a comment

Most of the time, losing an employee, especially a great one, is not desirable for any business.  It costs a lot to recruit and replace a person (on many levels) but sometimes it just happens.   You may have sensed they were unhappy or perhaps it might be totally unexpected.  In some lucky instances, a great…

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21 ways to ensure you get paid

21 Ways to Ensure You Get Paid

Business TipsBy Donna StoneAugust 7, 2018Leave a comment

Being in business is a positive thing.  Having sales is a good thing.  But getting paid is the absolute necessary thing for your business to thrive.           Here are 21 ways to ensure you get paid:   1. Requesting a deposit amount from your customer when you sign the contract. In…

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dont allow your business to be held ransom

Don’t Allow Your Business to Be Held at Ransom!

Business TipsBy Donna StoneJuly 31, 2018Leave a comment

This is a serious subject!   There are a number of ways a business can be held at ransom.  I’m going to talk about what I perceive are the five top ones.   Do not think it won’t happen to you.  I’ve seen it happen to nice, smart, intelligent or experienced people.   Sometimes it happens because we…

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Taking a business break without guilt

Taking a Business Break – Without Guilt!

Business TipsBy Donna StoneJuly 24, 2018Leave a comment

Business owners are hardworking and often have an exceptional work ethic.   They don’t mind rolling up the sleeves and doing big hours.   The negative of this is that often they have trouble winding down or switching off entirely.   Over several decades, I’ve known the challenges of getting motivated to start, and then the ability to…

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Testimonials

Testimonials: A Business’ Best Friend

Business TipsBy Donna StoneJuly 17, 2018Leave a comment

As a business coach, it’s interesting how many businesses I come across who don’t have many (or any) testimonials.   I see nothing on their website or in their marketing.   I ask if they have a process for consistently asking for a testimonial, review or recommendation and so often the answer is no.      …

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How to deal with bullies in business

How to Deal with Bullies in Business

Business TipsBy Donna StoneJuly 10, 2018Leave a comment

Yep, you read that right – bullies in business.  You figured when you left school you’d left bullies behind.   But I guess they grow up and continue their practices in their adult life.   I draw on the belief that we can do smart business whilst still being ethical, honest and just.   I approach business from…

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10 things your competitors can teach you about business

10 Things Your Competitors Can Teach You about Business

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneJuly 3, 2018Leave a comment

Whether you know it or not, your competitors are one of the best teachers for you.  If you have just started out in the industry and your competitors have been on it for many years now, there is a lot that you can learn from them.     As a businessperson, it is extremely crucial…

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Dealing with customers who dont pay you

Dealing With Customers Who Won’t Pay – or Are Super Slow Payers

Business TipsBy Donna StoneJune 26, 2018Leave a comment

I know as a business coach that getting paid is a constant pain for business owners.   Bad debts, cash flow challenges and slow payers can be serious challenges.  We do a great job, deliver the product or service and then sit back waiting (sometimes forever) to get that hard-earned dollar back in our pocket.  …

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12 Effective Strategies to Get In More Business and Sales via Referrals

Business TipsBy Donna StoneJune 22, 2018Leave a comment

    Over 85% of business comes from referrals!       I read this stat in a book.  I strongly believe a large percentage of business comes about through referrals – directly or indirectly as a recommendation.   Remember that when you view someone’s website and read a recommendation saying how great that business is…

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Donna Stone – Business Coach

30+ years of experience, coupled with formal quals allow me to successfully coach many people and coaches.  Whilst Brisbane-based, my clients are all over Australia.  Practical, experienced, supportive, caring, focused and even a little driven; attributes I use to help my clients achieve their own success.  My approach is varied and flexible – based on YOUR needs.  Services include:

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