We’ve all heard that we can have it all. The house, the kids, the career… they’re all yours if you know how to juggle it all. But, how do you achieve better work-life balance? Start by setting clear boundaries and sticking to them. Make sure you keep your weekends for yourself, your friends, and your family. We all need us …
So many of us have amazing ideas that we want to turn into lucrative careers. But starting your own business takes a lot of work! What should you know before becoming an entrepreneur? Our first tip in learning about this career path is to listen to our new podcast interview with two guests who know a thing or two about …
It’s a scary world out there, and the many threats we could potentially face can leave you feeling fearful and insecure. Olivia Round knows exactly how that feels, because that’s how she felt growing up. But at one point, she decided that she needed to overcome her fears. So how did she do it? Olivia chose an unexpected journey to …
Feeling overwhelmed? All of us get a little stressed sometimes, especially when the to-do list is out of control. There’s no shame in needing help, and we have just the webinar to aid you. The team here at Strategic Sales Queen have a lot of experience with frightening workloads. Take control of your situation by breaking down projects into smaller …
Whether you work in sales directly or work with sales, you may wonder how you can work more effectively with procurement and provide long-term value in your client-vendor relationships. Kendall Cowdrey, a senior procurement facilitator at a Fortune 500 organization, knows a thing or two about developing lasting relationships. She offers expert advice in our new podcast interview. Kendall explains …
How do you combine your passions with an opportunity to turn them into a business? What if your passion is, say, food? You can find out in our new podcast interview with Angela Shen, a food-loving entrepreneur who got the idea for and started her own successful culinary touring company, Savor Seattle Food Tours. From a daughter of immigrants running …
Cold calling in sales can be intimidating. Disinterest and rejection can make practicing cold calls disheartening. Fear not! You can gain confidence from our advice on doing your research, creating a good elevator pitch, and being yourself while letting the conversation flow naturally. No matter how shy or inexperienced you may feel, you can and will develop this skill. With this webinar, …
Probably all of us have gotten calls, texts, or emails from scam artists trying to get access to your bank account. It’s getting tougher and tougher to protect ourselves against these fraudulent attacks. Luckily, we’ve got your back on this. In our new podcast interview, author Greg Aunapu reveals how we can spot the newest schemes, avoid them, and protect …
Sexual harassment has come to the forefront of the conversation in the last year. The #MeToo era has already led to a closer look at this pervasive issue, efforts to better protect employees from sexual harassment, and more dialogue about what is and isn’t harassment. As this conversation continues, it’s important to take a step back and revisit your company’s …
Believe it or not, there’s never been a better time to start on a career in sales. Why is that? As industry leaders Lynn and Steve explain on our new podcast, there are many reasons why sales careers are so highly coveted. First, it’s no secret that companies rely on a source of revenue to survive and thrive. But where …
Learning to network can be overwhelming. Being shy can make this professional endeavor especially challenging. Just walking up to someone and introducing yourself might seem tough for you, but we’re here to help! As with all things, the key to getting better is through practice, practice, practice. Introduce yourself to your barista, the IT woman at your company, and members …
How many of you have had to endure long, stressful commutes to and from work? Nearly all of us can relate, and most would agree that the daily commute can be a drag. However, there are ways to make it tolerable and even fun! Melissa Addey is an author, speaker, and Creative Writing PhD student at the University of Surrey. Her …
Nearly all of us have had to endure long, stressful commutes to and from work. While the daily commute can be a drag, there are ways to make it tolerable and even fun! Melissa Addey is an author, speaker, and Creative Writing PhD student at the University of Surrey. Her book, The Happy Commuter, offers over 100 ways to improve your …
Caroline Garnet McGraw is an author, speaker, coach…. and, in her own words, a recovering perfectionist, workaholic, codependent, and people-pleaser. She started a blog in 2011 about trading perfectionism for possibility. In September 2014, she gave her first TEDx talk, “Perfectionism Doesn’t Protect Us.” Two years later Caroline returned to the TEDx stage as an All-Star speaker with, “You Don’t …
You know what they say: The hardest step is getting started. We all want to change for the better, and this time of year is all about resolutions. Here at Strategic Sales Queen, we are confident in your ability to become your best self. But how do you make your dreams come true? Self-improvement takes a lot of work and dedication. …
Caroline Garnet McGraw is an author, speaker, coach…. and, in her own words, a recovering perfectionist, workaholic, codependent, and people-pleaser. She started a blog in 2011 about trading perfectionism for possibility. In September 2014, she gave her first TEDx talk, “Perfectionism Doesn’t Protect Us.” Two years later Caroline returned to the TEDx stage as an All-Star speaker with, “You Don’t …
In our dog-eat-dog world, many people feel that they must use every tool possible to get ahead. This as true in sales as anywhere else. When a study suggests that saleswomen are 20% more successful when they flirt with clients, you can understand why some saleswomen would follow that path. But is being a flirt as lucrative as it seems? …
It’s never too soon to start thinking about what’s next! As 2018 winds down this holiday season and we move into the new year, let’s get ready for all we have to look forward to in 2019. To help you along in making your big plans, we’ve made an original 2019 calendar. Our new year-at-a-glance calendar displays all 12 months, …
Each month of 2019, we’ll be sharing an exclusive calendar featuring an empowering woman and an inspirational quote. To kick things off, our January 2019 calendar showcases Supreme Court Justice, Sonia Sotomayor. Find our full year-at-a-glance 2019 calendar here, then be sure to get each of our monthly calendars throughout 2019. Get your FREE January 2019 calendar – featuring Sonia …
Some have said that 2018 was the Year of the Woman. And so, as the year comes to a close, we’re celebrating women. Our new playlist highlights some of the leading ladies in music, and the vigorous voices that have been instrumental in their careers. Whether they belt it out or croon low and soft, these singers show confidence and …