Stamping Is My Business!   Stamping Is My Business January 2005 Newsletter

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Hello one and all,

I hope you all had a very Happy New Year!

Now that 2005 is full swing, it's time to get back to business!  Many of you are into the busiest month of your fiscal year.  Many of you are thinking about ways you want your business to grow in 2005.

Now is the time to rededicate yourself to growing your stamping business.  Set your goals and decide how you're going to achieve them.

You may want to think about using our Coaching services to help.  Both Group or 1-on-1 Coaching can motivate you to grow your business faster than you might on your own.  If you would like to learn more, see the item below.  And of course, if you ever have any questions, feel free to get in touch.

In the meantime, I wish you all a very Happy and Prosperous New Year!

Enjoy this month's newsletter,

 

 

John

John Sanpietro

Personal & Professional Development Coach

 

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Top 5 New Year's Resolutions for Your Stamping Business 

(and How to Make Them Happen)

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This is the time when we naturally take a moment to reflect on the year we've just had and the year we'd like to have.  Many stamping business owners make resolutions to help them focus on developing their business into a successful one.  Here (in no particular order) are the 5 most popular New Year's Resolutions for stamping business owners...and how to make them stick!:

 

1. I'm going to recruit more downlines

To make this one happen, you have to make a list of everyone you know and speak to them about your stamping business.  Don't pre-judge and decide not to speak to people because you think they'll say no.  Recruiting is a numbers game, and the more people you speak to, the more people will say yes.  They'll be a lot of no's, too, but they won't matter as much when you see how much your network has grown.  Try and speak to at least one person per day.

 

2. I'm going to book more workshops and events 

Again, make a list of all of your customers, old and new.  Then, call them.  Touch base and see if they're ready to host another workshop.  If they're not, see #3.

 

3. I'm going to increase my customer sales

Even if your customers aren't prepared to host a workshop this month, they may want to buy some product anyway.  Always ask.  Never wait for them to bring it up.  As a rule, you should try and speak by phone to every one of your customers once every three months.

 

4. I'm going to be more organized

Find a system and stick to it.  If you like to use Outlook to keep track of things, use it.  If you prefer a paper planner, use that.  A good system is one that you'll use.  Just make sure it allows you to keep track of all of your contacts, doesn't allow things to slip through the cracks and provides a way for you to make sure you're following up adequately.

 

5. I'm going to make more money

A little vague, but powerful nonetheless.  95% of you are not earning what you could be through your stamping business.  How do you change that?  Put together your Business Plan!  If you don't know how, the book, "Stamping Is My Business!", has an easy, 9-page Plan plus worksheets specifically for stamping business owners.  Take a good, hard look at the different aspects of your business.  Build on your strengths and eliminate your weaknesses.  Set a financial goal for this time next year and go for it!

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1-on-1 Coaching Now Available

1-on-1 Coaching is now happening!   

 

I meet personally and privately with each of my clients every week, by phone, four times per month.  Because of the time commitment this requires from me, I am limiting the number of One-on-One clients to five, taken on a first-come, first-served basis.  As of January 3rd, there are just two spaces available.

 

1-on-1 Coaching is for those stamping professionals who are committed to doing what it takes to see rapid results and dramatic growth.  

 

Unlike Mentors, who's knowledge is usually limited to the world of stamping, a Coach knows about the latest technologies, trends and techniques in the worlds of business, marketing and advertising, sales, CRM (Customer Relationship Management) & IT (Information Technology), and can show you how to apply it to YOUR world.

 

If you want to make a real change in 2005 and think you're ready to step up to 1-on-1 Coaching, or would just like more information, select here.

 

When you sign up, we'll set up a complimentary consultation, I'll provide you with more information and ask you some questions to help you decide.

 

Of course, Group Coaching is still available, as well.  If you're interested in learning more, select here.

 

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Book of the Month

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The 8th HabitBuild It Big - 

101 Insider Secrets from Top Direct Selling Experts

by Direct Selling Womens Alliance (DSWA)

This book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to start or build their stamping business.  

It contains tips from some of the best-known leaders in the direct sales industry (including Stampin' Up's! Janet Wakeland), as well as popular and well-respected motivators and educators, such as Robert Allen and Mark Victor Hansen.

It's easy-to-read, full of good information & insight and should definitely be on your bookshelf.

Select here for more information from Amazon.com. 

 

Scrapping's

Biggest

Year!!!

 

According to the Craft and Hobby Association (www.hobby.org), scrapbooking is the hottest and fastest growing craft activity in the United States!

Last year, sales of scrapbooking materials topped $2.5 billion (yes, billion). 

CHA also estimates there are over 25 million scrapbookers in the United States.

What all of this means is there's a LOT of business to be had.  All you have to do is go out and get it!

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Testimonials...

You made me rethink how I have been running my business over the last two years.  I definitely need to make changes, and with your help, I think I can make myself a success.

- JH, Wis. Rapids, WI

I just wanted to let you know that I have begun to put my Business Plan together and what I am finding is that I am underestimating how successful I can be!

- MM, Worchester, MA 

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