December 29   YES!

Posted by Charlene

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As a small child the word I probably heard the most was “no”, but as an adult I am hooked on the word “yes”.  “Yes” opens the door to possibilities that lead to opportunities that brings us to more success in both our life and our business.  Sounds simple, but the majority of people today have been raised on the word “no” from their childhood and “no” is an ending to dreams.  And, for people who like their life to be in order, the word “no” is easier than ‘yes”, because it doesn’t challenge us.  Once you get the no you are all done and you can then go home and give up.

If you are the owner of your business or an employee who wants more out of life, you must put down the fear of success and embrace it.  Take “no” out of the equation and look for solutions so that when you are asked to do the impossible, you answer YES!  Growing as a business requires being “bold” and “brave” and the willingness to try new things when the old is no longer working as you wish it would.  Right now there are probably several small business owners who are reading this and thinking that they just do not have the staff to handle taking on new things or larger projects, but that is “no’ thinking.  Stuck in the fear of failure will keep you from ever succeeding.  Embrace the “yes” and consider your options for taking on a part-time person or temporary help or maybe going to the local colleges and asking for an intern that is studying in the field you are working in.  Look to your family and friends and see if they can offer help to your business. Consider the network of other businesses in the area that might be a partner to your new idea or bigger client.  Look beyond yourself and recognize that when you say “yes” you are breaking through your past fears and on to an exciting new venture that is filled with possibilities.

Purple Diamond is in the business of helping business owners say “yes”.   Your marketing plan and your advertising campaigns will never succeed unless you embrace the “yes” language and see that it opens more doors and helps to increase sales.  Make 2010 the year you bury the word “no” and jump at the opportunity to say “YES”.

All my best to your success!

~Charlene

“Success wears the Purple Diamond!”



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17 Comments

  • By Kate Ritter on 29 December 2009 at 9:03 am

    “Yes” is the foundation of improvisation. You should sign up for my six week improvisation class at North Shore Community College (starts Feb 27). See http://www.northshore.edu

    Kate

  • By Charlene on 29 December 2009 at 9:12 am

    Hi Kate~ Thanks for reading my blog and for posting the link to your Improvisation Class at North Shore Community College. It is actually a class I have been thinking about since you spoke at the North Shore Business Forum and had us try some of the fun exercises you use in the course. :)

  • By James Maroney on 29 December 2009 at 10:23 am

    Charlene,

    “Yes” is the word I needed to hear. A great way to go out of 2009 and into 2010. It’s amazing how one word can give a person motivation to be successful at what they love doing best! And I love doing what I do best… producing videos. “Yes”!

    And “Yes” I heard the word “No” so many times growing up. Every time “No” creeps into my thoughts I’ll replace it with the word “Yes” and “believe” it.

    Thank you,
    James

  • By Charlene on 29 December 2009 at 12:04 pm

    Hi James~ Thanks for reading my blog and for posting! I was on your website today and loved the videos you have done. I hope we can work together in 2010! :)

  • By Debbie Gaudet on 29 December 2009 at 12:45 pm

    Hi Charlene,

    Thanks for this post and for such a positive reminder of our own power to succeed. As I look back, my biggest and best accomplishments have ALL come from saying “Yes.” whether I knew how or not and then finding a way to make it happen.

    “Yes” is going to make a big difference to my 2010!

    Thanks,
    Deb

  • By Charlene on 29 December 2009 at 1:29 pm

    Hi Deb~ I know 2010 will be a great year for all of us! Thanks for reading my blog and posting…HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! :)

  • By Jackie Moldau on 30 December 2009 at 3:11 pm

    Oh Charlene it is soooo true. “Yes” challenges us to step out of our comfort zone. But that IS how we grow.

  • By Charlene on 30 December 2009 at 3:18 pm

    Hi Jackie~ Thanks for reading my blog and for posting! By the way, I am excited about having Purple Diamond shirts embroidered by YOU! If anyone is looking for a great way to market their business I highly recommend Jackie of Jackie’s Tees. http://www.jackiestees.com :)

  • By Jackie Moldau on 6 January 2010 at 11:59 am

    Thanks soooo much Charlene! I just read your, “price tag” blog and totally relate. Having to ask, “how much” always makes one feel cheap, so am proud to say my website has prices for everything to avoid that embarrassment!!!

  • By Charlene on 6 January 2010 at 12:32 pm

    Hi Jackie~ I am glad you liked yesterday’s blog post on pricing your products and I am so happy you are reading my blog! :) I keep telling my clients that having your logo and name on shirts and other promotional products is a win win. Jackies Tees offer affordable rates so that even the small businesses can have the same benefit that the larger corporations have had for years with branding their logo on promotional items!

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  • By Charlene on 11 July 2010 at 7:22 am

    Thanks for the positive feedback and for reading my blog! :)

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  • By Charlene on 5 August 2010 at 8:14 am

    Thank you for your positive comment about my blog. My hope is that the people who do find my blog and read it will find information that will assist them in finding success in business. Please help me to spread the word about my Purple Diamond blog. ~ Charlene :)

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  • By Charlene on 13 September 2010 at 7:28 am

    Thanks for bookmarking the Purple Diamond marketing blog! I appreciate your positive comments! All my best to your success, Charlene :)

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