http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:41:33 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en No waiting in security lines at the airport, no waiting for your flight in horrible first class lounges in airports around the world, and forget flying coach with the chickens. Back at work, forget the long cafeteria lines where lunch ladies slop mystery meat and mashed potatoes onto your tray. ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/20/life-as-a-ceo-in-todays-economy/ Dear Government, A few weeks ago, the banks got like a gazillion dollars in bailout money for knowingly packaging unsustainable loans to (un)suspecting people who bought houses they couldn’t afford. Why haven’t you bailed out my neighbors? Or rewarded those of us who made intelligent decisions and can make our payments? ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/19/dear-government-we-want-money-too/ Thanksgiving is practically here already. It's next week! I've been busy with projects, clients, and emails galore.  Just when I was stepping up my work pace, a not-so-divine intervention took place that has tied me to my bed. So here I am... a one-woman show and sick, sick, sick (but ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/18/how-to-keep-your-sanity-this-thanksgiving-read-now-before-its-too-late/ Over the past few weeks, I have heard more and more people talking about having a recession proof business. It has become quite the ‘in’ buzz phrase, so what can you do keep the cash dollars flowing? Although some businesses might be very effected by the ups and down of the ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/17/recession-proof-business/ Dragon Lady is on a mission and she’s unstoppable. She knows how to flex her muscles and brainpower to get what she wants and needs. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if she knows Kung Fu. There is no man holding Dragon Lady back (not even her sweet Latino hubby).  ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/14/the-story-of-dragon-lady/ Whether you're in the market for a new desk or looking to buy a desk for your first-ever home office, here are some great ideas to fit all needs and budget! Remember to think outside the stereotypical desk space when creating your home office... (don't be boooring!) THE SECRETARY DESK: Classy and ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/11/ideal-desks-for-a-home-office/ Being self-employed, many believe, is G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S (to steal a line from Fergie for a quick sec). There are certainly glam aspects (see my workation in Holland), but here are a few things some of my fellow self-employed peeps might not want to make public: Confession #1: Work comes in waves. Especially ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/10/confessions-of-the-self-employed/ Today, get over your fear of asking for referrals! I’m feeling very generous with you, so I’m going to give you another piece of FREE MARKETING ADVICE! As I mentioned in my last post, it’s important to step up marketing when the economy take a dive. Not all marketing has to ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/07/get-over-your-fear-of-asking-for-referrals/ When the economy starts to tank, it’s time to step up your business marketing. Big time. Consider it an investment, not an expense. Lucky for us, there are many low cost and free marketing opportunities out there that can and should be utilized by all businesses, rich or poor. TIP: Utilize ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/06/free-marketing-tip-for-your-business/ Large bookstores are so overwhelming. After walking up and down the aisles searching for your favorite section, you finally locate it…but the search isn’t over! It’s now time to pick out a book! Today I found myself standing in the Business & Management area absolutely overwhelmed. My eyes didn’t know ... http://twoliablog.com/diva-mogul/2008/11/05/finding-great-business-reads/