Office Depot Giveaway! Nominate a Startup Princess to WIN Turbo Tax Small Business Software, Plus! Grand Prize Winner to Receive Canon SD780 Digital Camera
March 1, 2010
Office Depot knows small business owners need great tools to be successful. We are pleased to present this exciting giveaway with Office Depot featuring 10 copies of Turbo Tax Small Business, plus one Lucky Grand Prize Winner will also receive a Canon SD780. We want to honor 10 Startup Princesses who deserve to be recognized and “get a break” with filing taxes this year. If you know a woman entrepreneur Read more
Please Respond to Expressions of Gratitude with “My Pleasure” Instead of “No Problem”
February 17, 2010
How often do you hear the phrase, “No problem” in response to an expression of gratitude? Lately I’ve noticed that “No problem” is winning in popularity over “My pleasure” or “You’re welcome” and I feel impressed to make a mention here and to eradicate it from my vocabulary as well. I’ll tell you why…
When we respond with “No problem” to someone thanking us it may appear that we aren’t fully accepting their gratitude. In fact, when I was sincerely thanking someone last week and he said “No problem” I had to say, “No, really…I really appreciate it. I want you to understand how much your kindness meant to me.” When he repeated “No problem” for the second time it felt like I had to keep saying thank you because he didn’t allow me to fully express my appreciation. Plus, on some level the “No problem” response subconsciously makes us wonder…”was it really a problem to help me out? will it be a problem next time?” if I have to wonder perhaps I’ll think twice about asking for a favor in the future.
Am I the only one who believes we should go back to traditional phrases such as “You’re welcome” or “My pleasure”? I think “My pleasure” expresses the most joy and enthusiasm for serving. What are your thoughts?
Kelly King Anderson is the Founder of Startup Princess. She can be reached by commenting on this post or on twitter @startupprincess
How to Know if Your Website Needs a Makeover
January 20, 2010
We’ve just redesigned StartupPrincess.com and so it’s been heavy on my mind lately…what about you? Are you ready for a makeover for your website? Check out this fabulous post by Fairy Godmother Sarah Bray of S. Joy Studios to hear her ideas so you can decide if a new website is in your near future.
Or, if you don’t have a website yet, check out this post by Jeremy Nicoll about how to get started with one.
And if you just want lots of awesome traffic for your website, check out this post by Theme Forest that has 50 ideas on how to get your website noticed by the masses.
Plan Now to Attend a Fabulous Conference (or more!) in 2010
January 17, 2010
This week I’m attending Altitude Summit at the luxurious Grand America. I’ll be cheering for Startup Princess friends who are speaking (Sarah Jane, Allison, Steph). As I’m getting ready to attend the event–arranging sitters, freezing meals, getting laundry done, etc. I’m thinking about other national blogger/social media/business conferences I want to attend. Attending events, especially national conferences has really been worthwhile for networking and getting sponsors, I highly recommend it (not to mention F-U-N)! The great news is we’ve just officially set the date for our 4th Annual Startup Princess Touchpoint Conference- September 24th at Noah’s in South Jordan, Utah. Our event features incredible keynote speakers, breakout sessions, lunch, video marketing competition, attendee boutique & more! Please plan now to join us. Get inspired, connect & learn more business strategies to grow your business.
What conferences are you attending this year? Leave a comment!
Living as a Creator with Limitless Capacity
January 17, 2010
Fairy Godmother Heather Madder, Life Coach and Author shares a message about how to creat a life and business with limitless capacity (clip from Startup Princess Touchpoint Conference 2008).
You’re Invited! Startup Princess Salt Lake City, Utah Chapter Event- Jan 28th
January 12, 2010
We’re thrilled to announce our first event of the year for the Startup Princess Salt Lake City, Utah Chapter! Please join us January 28th from 7pm-9pm at Betaloft (357 W 200 S SLC), for an
evening of inspiration, networking, and fun featuring the successful life coach, Ann Webb. Ann’s presentation will be “The Power of Clear Intention” Learn more about Ann and her business at http://www.ideallifevision.com
The cost of the event is $15 for pre-paid attendees (by January 27th) or $20 at the door. First time guests are free. To pre-pay please use the Paypal button below. Thank you!
Introducing our 2010 SLC Chapter Sponsor:
Many Thanks to our Location Sponsor, Betaloft
Hiring College Students Has Changed My Life and My Business
January 10, 2010
Over the past five years I’ve hired college students to help me in a range of capacities–home care and organization, babysitting, teaching my children music lessons, and to assist me with business development, graphic design, and more. Students have worked with me as interns (for college credit) and in part-time capacities Read more
Tell Us Your Favorite Memory of a Vegas Business Event OR Retweet this Post & You Could WIN a FREE Blackberry
January 4, 2010
When’s the last time you went to Vegas for a business event, conference, or trade show? For me it was Blogworld this past October. I had a great time connecting with blogging friends in REAL life. I loved networking, learning, dancing and hanging out with them (see my Whrrl story here). What was your best memory being in Vegas for business? (or what event do you WANT to go to in Vegas?) Comment here on the post, Retweet this post on Twitter and you could WIN a Free Blackberry! (The type of BlackBerry will be determined by the mobile service that the winner has.) This giveaway is sponsored by Vegas Means Business. Details below. Read more
Defining What to Stop, What to Start, and What’s Possible for 2010
January 4, 2010
This month on Startup Princess we’re focusing on PLANNING: How to Plan EVERYTHING, so you’re equipped to Make LOTS of Wishes and Make them Happen in 2010. Watch for lots of posts in our Startup & Grow and Life Balance categories on the subject. Here’s my personal strategy for how I define what to stop, what to start, and what’s possible. Read more
Happy 2010 from Startup Princess!
December 23, 2009
My heart is full of gratitude for all of you! Thank you, thank you, thank you for making 2009 so fantastic by loving our community and supporting our events, reading this site, and connecting on Facebook Startup Princess Group & Twitter! We look forward to the year ahead and have some wonderful plans in the works to help you all take your business dreams to the next level! Can’t wait to see you again and hear what’s next for you.
May all of your 2010 Dreams come True!
Kelly King Anderson, Startup Princess Founder/Managing Director
