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Maximise your marketing using Google My Business

Maximise Your Marketing Using Google My Business

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneNovember 25, 2020

Google My Business (affectionately known as GMB) is a powerful digital marketing tool.  Whilst it started in June 2014 it has really come into its own over the last couple of years.  Now it’s a marketing tool that I recommend almost everyone that I do business coaching with.  As a bonus, it’s free! An interesting…

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Heaps of Tips for great virtual meetings

Heaps of Tips for GREAT Virtual Meetings

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneNovember 17, 2020

Now more than ever, virtual meetings are becoming more of a norm.  I have found that more people are willing to meet virtually, whether that be for a business meeting, team catch-up, client catch-up or even an initial ‘meet and greet’.  Whether you are using Zoom, Skype, Teams or some other system, many of the…

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21 Things Businesses Need to Action Before Christmas

21 Things Businesses Need to Action Before Christmas

Business TipsBy Donna StoneNovember 3, 2020

Well, we made it!  It’s been a hard year for many and extremely tough for some.  Christmas is going to be soon upon us and it’s time to plan.  I’ve listed out for you some quick and timely reminders which will likely be relevant for most businesses.   Businesses need to action these before Christmas…

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21 Do's and Don'ts for business social media

21 Do’s and Don’ts for Business Social Media

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneOctober 20, 2020

As an experienced business coach and marketer, I’m frequently watching what other people do in their marketing, including social media.  It’s not always done right, or well.  Whilst these tips are around business social media, really, I think many of the principles apply across the board – personal or business.   Do’s and don’ts for…

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18 Challenges of a Family-Run Business

18 Challenges of A Family-Run Business – and Some Solutions!

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneOctober 13, 2020

For some, they believe working in a family-run business means a more relaxed working environment and a ‘one big happy family’ feel.  Whilst some family-run businesses may well treat all their staff like a member of their family, it’s not that frequent.  More often the challenges outweigh the benefits.  However, having said that, some family…

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The Skill of Upsell

The Skill of Upselling – Minus the ‘Hard Sell’

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneSeptember 29, 2020

Some business owners struggle to sell, let alone upsell.  The upsell doesn’t have to be a ‘hard sell’.  It also doesn’t need to be difficult.  Did you know, that in a service-based business, once you do business with someone, all you have to do is ask?  Offer an upsell and 50% (yes 50%) of your…

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Improving Customer Support During and After COVID-19

Improving Customer Support During and After COVID-19

Business TipsBy Donna StoneSeptember 25, 2020

Below is an article by guest blogger Rebecca Jo.  As an experienced business coach, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of customer support.  Another statistic is that we lose 68% due to a perceived lack of indifference – aka customer service.  With decades of experience in business and helping other business owners, I know that…

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The New Norm for Business

The New Norm – How Life (and Business) Has Changed Due to COVID

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneSeptember 15, 2020

As six months dawn, we are definitely experiencing a new normal.  It’s been six months and life continues, business (mostly) goes on and we settle into accepting this is life.  I personally believe because the change was so quick, that we struggle with that change.  One day we can go get our hair done, sit…

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Positive Things to Remember in a Downturn

9 Positive Things to Remember in a Downturn

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneSeptember 1, 2020

It’s easy in a downturn moment to be flat, blue, down in the dumps, stressed and depressed.  Choose a word and I’m sure many of you out there are feeling it.  Let’s change that mindset right from the start.  Yes, times are tough, for business and individuals alike, but there is always a silver lining…

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Digital marketing small business

Digital Marketing for Small Business

Business CoachingBy Donna StoneAugust 25, 2020

  Another blog I wrote for BusinessBusinessBusiness which covers tips on working on your digital marketing especially if you have a small business.  By following these tips, I’m sure you will get noticeable results that will get you more leads and sales.  To find out how a business coach like me thinks about digital marketing…

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Donna Stone – Business Coach

I have been assisting Australian businesses and individuals for 30+ years and am considered an industry expert.  Coupled with formal qualifications, are those decades of experience, which are gold.  I have worked with numerous business owners and individuals to show them their own success.  My business coaching is primarily with service-based businesses; professionals, allied health, tradies,  other coaches and trainers.  Whilst Brisbane-based, my clients are geographically all over Australia.  Practical, experienced, supportive, caring, down to earth, focused and even a little driven – the attributes I use to get the most out of you.  My approach is varied and flexible – based on YOUR needs.  My services include:

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– Goal Setting & Planning

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– Training & Speaking

– Writing  & Ghost Writing.

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