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2 min

A Note To Our Community

I'm sorry. I recently viewed videos and presentations with thought leaders Trudi Lebron and Rachel Rodgers about race and how white...

I'LL GO FIRST: Creating a Name for your Online Business

askmrsowen

4 min

I'LL GO FIRST: Creating a Name for your Online Business

Remember when you were little and you wanted your friend to do something first to see what it was like? OK. I'll go first.

5 Ways To Make Money During the Coronavirus

askmrsowen

3 min

5 Ways To Make Money During the Coronavirus

The virus is impacting households worldwide when it comes to financials. Here are 5 ideas on how to make extra money while quarantined.

askmrsowen

4 min

I Might Lose My Job – What Do I Do?

You think you’re safe. You’re a little worried. You’re totally freaking out. Whatever you’re feeling, there are things that you can do.

Getting Your Files in Order
(Even When Life Isn’t)

askmrsowen

2 min

Getting Your Files in Order (Even When Life Isn’t)

Quarantined? Working from home? Maybe it’s the perfect time to get your files in order since life may not be.

What Do You Do When You’ve
Dropped the Ball?

askmrsowen

4 min

What Do You Do When You’ve Dropped the Ball?

You missed the deadline. You didn’t pay the bill. You didn’t double-check your work. Now what?

askmrsowen

2 min

Small Talk Cheat Sheet

It happens to everyone. You don’t know what to say after talking about the weather.

askmrsowen

3 min

I Don't Have Time To Sit In Training...

Let’s be honest, when you reach a certain age, you don’t want to go to a training class anymore.

Are People Checking Their Phones During Your Presentation?

askmrsowen

1 min

Are People Checking Their Phones During Your Presentation?

Tired of boring bullet points? If you’re pitching a strategy or persuading your bosses, an infographic will help you to engage.

The Secret to Motivating the Intern at Work (or the Old Guy)

askmrsowen

3 min

The Secret to Motivating the Intern at Work (or the Old Guy)

What's the secret to motivating those new interns or the old guy that they just put on your team?

How Often Should You Post on Social Media?

askmrsowen

2 min

How Often Should You Post on Social Media?

Are you worried if you post too much, it will annoy your friends and followers?

Are the Right People Even Seeing Your Posts?

askmrsowen

2 min

Are the Right People Even Seeing Your Posts?

2.65 billion people use social media in the world. Which social platform is right for you?

Mrs. Owen

3 min

When is The Best Time to Send Email?

What’s the best day of the week to email customers so they will actually open your email? Let’s figure out what works best for you.

How To Incorporate 2020 Trends for Your Small Business

Mrs. Owen

4 min

How To Incorporate 2020 Trends for Your Small Business

There is so much to juggle when you have a small business. Here are three easy ways to invest in trends now so you can reap rewards tomorrow

Mrs. Owen

7 min

Flattering Poses & Fantastic Photos

It’s time for the holidays and family gatherings and that means photos. No matter who you are – we love seeing a great photo of ourselves.

What's Your Online Reputation?
Shape Up Your Social Presence in 2020.

Mrs. Owen

4 min

What's Your Online Reputation? Shape Up Your Social Presence in 2020.

Do you know what you are known for? Whether you like it or not, you have a personal brand. Like it or not, that brand now extends online.

Last Minute Holiday Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses

Mrs. Owen

3 min

Last Minute Holiday Marketing Ideas for Small Businesses

Halloween and Thanksgiving are done and now it’s time to grab those holiday shoppers. If you are wondering whether it’s worth the effort...

Social Media Strategies for Promoting Your Next Event

Mrs. Owen

4 min

Social Media Strategies for Promoting Your Next Event

If you have an event coming up, you need to create a plan to draw in the crowds. Whether it's a ribbon cutting ceremony, networking event...

Mrs. Owen

3 min

10/20/30 Rule for Winning Presentations

If you want a successful presentation, use the 10/20/30 Rule. Guy Kawasaki came up with a terrific formula for the perfect presentation.

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