Instead of being afraid of failing in a business, strive to know *exactly* what will make you fail. It’s not about whether sh!t can go wrong. Sh!t WILL go wrong; it’s up to you to prevent it. The only way to do that? Information, first and first foremost – and then understanding what you doContinue reading “How to fix wasted effort and missed opportunities”
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Be seen by people (who don’t use you)
More often than not, the reason we feel invisible is because we *believe* we are. This month, we’ve been talking about relationships and how resentment creeps in without us even realizing it. This week, we’re exploring why we might feel invisible, even around the people closest to us – at home *and* at work. OverContinue reading “Be seen by people (who don’t use you)”
Before You Name or Rebrand Your Business, Ask This One Question
What problem are you really solving, and for whom? Before you know your BRAND, you need a PROBLEM to solve. When I started my firm in 2010, I filed for my C Corp with the LA SOS. The decision of what to name my firm was simple: Sheila M. Wilkinson, PLC. My name. Professional LawContinue reading “Before You Name or Rebrand Your Business, Ask This One Question”
What kindness looks like (when it actually works)
Not all kindness is good. When I was younger, I thought the keys to happiness were kindness, giving, and acts of service. Raised in a strict Catholic home, the first female Altar Server in my Parish, I believed that if I were self-less, that my act of service would make me happy (and yeah, getContinue reading “What kindness looks like (when it actually works)”
How to Handle Clients Who Don’t Pay Back Expenses
What should you do when clients don’t reimburse you for out-of-pocket expenses? You know that saying, “Pay-to-Play” in sports? Well, it works with clients, too. No pay. No play. Even in the middle of a project. Way back when, I always fronted out of pocket expenses for my clients. I thought it was easier, quicker,Continue reading “How to Handle Clients Who Don’t Pay Back Expenses”
Setting Clear Boundaries with Clients (while still being friendly)
I used to answer the phone 24/7, even if I was sleeping, even if I was in a meeting, even if I was in class. A lot of that was during law school, when I was running that multi-million law firm I built from scratch. The day that changed everything was when my client calledContinue reading “Setting Clear Boundaries with Clients (while still being friendly)”
Reinvent the Rules: Empowerment through Experimentation
There are so many gurus out there, telling us how THEY did something, promising you it will work for you. But the truth? It won’t. What works for THEM will not work for YOU – you are not them. It’s as simple as that. But, we do need some kind of framework, right? We haveContinue reading “Reinvent the Rules: Empowerment through Experimentation”
Overcoming the Fear of Losing a Client
It’s better to lose a client than to spend every second of every day wishing you’d never taken them on. Red flags exist for a reason – pay attention to them. Today, we’re talking about overcoming the fear of losing a client. Today, we’re going to dive into the EMOTIONAL side of this issue –Continue reading “Overcoming the Fear of Losing a Client”
Unmasking Your True Self: A Guide for Creatives
At the end of the day, we all want a life that feels good, that’s comfortable, and which gives us the freedom and the flexibility to do the work that lights us up. Today, we’re talking about what it means to be YOU. To show up as YOU. And Creatives have been taught what theyContinue reading “Unmasking Your True Self: A Guide for Creatives”
The Art of Saying No: Mastering Client Boundaries as a Creative
Boundaries aren’t a one-way street. You might think you’re the only one involved in setting boundaries, but that’s not true. Boundaries need to also be respected – by you, your friends and family, but particularly, by your clients – and if your clients don’t respect them, then you need to double down on them AGAIN.Continue reading “The Art of Saying No: Mastering Client Boundaries as a Creative”