Goal

A lot of companies are taking their focus off of just the task at hand and working with everyone to find out what the true goal is.

Of course the initial thought would be money, success, and fame but once a full evaluation it done many companies find that the goal is much more deeper than that.

Goals consist of:
Helping the Homeless
Mentoring
Supporting the community
Giving
Renting out office space to help other companies succeed

What is your company goal?
Why are you a company?

Knowing the goal of a company can make a world of difference on how things flow.

Be a Great Vendor at Events...

Summer is around the corner and if you are a product based company you are looking for ways to market and promote your products to new customer. This is especially true if you are making your own products that cater to women.

We want to provide a few tips to remember when you decide to become a vendor for an event.

Know what you are paying for. What is included in the vendor fee? For example the host/hostess is offering:
Marketing on flyers, email blast, press releases
Table
Refreshments

Create a plan to make the most of the opportunity. Once you have decided to become a vendor for a certain event it is time for you to create the plan of:
Sales and promotions you will be offering
Tracking plan (how to capture information from each person that stops by your location
Promotion tactics you will use for your current clientele

Communicate with the host/hostess. Stay on top of what is being done to promote your business and the event so that you get the most from vending. You can also use any information that is published for your portfolio or website.

Be on point. Before the event have your team in place, supplies (business cards, flyers, email list, etc), packages, and a variety of inventory.


Just by including these things in your decision and plan for being a vendor of an event you will increase your sales opportunity and also get informed of more events that can increase your revenue.

Happy Saling!

Planning (To Do List)

List, List, List!!!!

A lot of people don't like taking the time to write down the things they want to get done. It seems to be a hassle to sit still and record steps to a process.

Try this exercise:
Purchase a mini notepad.
In the morning before you head out the door record the things you want to accomplish. (For instance drop off client payment, research upcoming events, confirm RSVP for networking event, and more.)
Keep the notepad in your purse, briefcase, car, etc.
At the end of the week evaluate how productive you were and the time you spend on recording your plan.

You might find that a TO DO LIST helped you stay on task.

Let me know how it works out.

Entrepreneurship Career Studies Certificate Program

Yes, you can be a certified entrepreneur.

NVCC and CBP have come together to design a program that will meet all your different demands as a business owner.

The Information Session is on June 1st at 6:00pm at CBP to answer questions about the Entrepreneurship Career Studies Certificate Program program such as:
* Is it better to take the whole certificate or individual classes?
* How does FAFSA work?
* I have not been in school for many years, is this right for me?

For more information about the Entrepreneurship Career Studies Certificate Program, http://www.cbponline.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=81&Itemid=186
Location: 7001 Loisdale Rd, Suite C, Springfield, VA 22150 Contact:
Contact : Dannelle dannelle@cbponline.org
Cost: Free

Spring Extravaganza

Invitation to Bliss
May flowers flourish all season, join us as we celebrate the beautiful flower in you at the 3rd Annual Spring Extravaganza. Bring your BFF, sister, and circle of friends as we salute moms and extraordinary women. Break from your every day routine as we provide the perfect scenery for relaxation, shopping, and sweet music.

The Spring Extravaganza brings fashion and beauty experts from across the East Coast to pamper and host our guests.

Spa Stations, Spring Fashion Shows, Decadent Appetizers, and Boutique Shopping awaits you.

Vendors are still being accepted for this event.

The Venue
The Westin Washington DC located in the heart of our nation’s capitol. Just minutes from the cities main attractions, National Art Gallery, Smithsonian Museum, and the Lincoln Memorial. You will be surrounded by warm colors, art deco furniture, sky scrapper ceilings, and beautiful garden plants.

Contact
Registration Services
ring: (800) 871-3980chat: info@mothersdayextravaganza.com
2465 Centreville Road
Herndon, VA 20171
http://mothersdayextravaganza.com/default.aspx

National Small Business Week 2009

National Small Business Week 2009
May 17-19, 2009

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is hosting events to help promote, support and acknowledge small businesses. The event will take place at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Currently you can only register for the forums but that alone will be wonderful information.

For more details visit: www.nationalsmallbusinessweek.com

Shop For Shelter (Join us May 9th)

A special Mother’s Day shopping event

Date: Saturday, MAY 9th, 2009

Time: 11am-3pm

Location: The Westin Alexandria
400 Courthouse Square
Alexandria, VA 22314-5700

Looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift?

Once again, you’re invited to join
tu-anh Accessories and the area’s most talented artists and designers for a fabulous spring shopping event benefiting the Carpenter’s Shelter for the homeless.

On May 9th, friends and families of Old Town Alexandria will flock The Westin Alexandria for some bargain shopping, social, and fun. This is the not-to-miss event of the season! Fathers, bring your children and drop them off at the KIDZ CREATIVE CORNER while you shop for that special Mother’s Day gift at HUGE savings (up to 60% off).

Complimentary goodies include: refreshments, chocolates, cash bar, door prizes-and plenty of street parking or in the garage for only $8. A large portion (50%) of proceeds will benefit Carpenter's Shelter.

This event is FREE if you RSVP by May 7th

At the door: $5

Please Call 703 888 3696 or email yahaira@tu-anh.com

This event is brought to you by:
polished by tu-anh

In partnership with:
The Westin Alexandria & Carpenter’s Shelter

Carpenter's Shelter,
Northern Virginia's largest homeless program located in Old Town, aims to end homelessness through services, education and advocacy. The
shelter's programs include a day shelter, a hypothermia shelter, an 80 bed long-term residential shelter, a community outreach program to formerly homeless families and an Education Fund.