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 …
People have been talking about the importance of work-life balance for years, but lately, new opinions on the subject are emerging. Though many have taken its value for granted, some are actually starting to reject work-life balance. Some say it’s unattainable, or at least unrealistic. Some say the focus is wrong, and instead we should aim for work-life integration or …
We’ve all heard of branding, but have you thought about why it’s so important? How do you develop your style and brand so that you’ll succeed in your career? Recently, marketing expert Melissa Forziat joined us for an illuminating interview all about crafting your branding. With Melissa’s experience as a small business marketing coach and event manager, she has all …
Do you believe woman should have equal rights, opportunities, and treatment as men? Do you believe in the values of feminism? If yes, do you openly identify as a feminist? For a long time, feminists have had a bad reputation… but why? Why do people who believe in the core values of feminism shy away from identifying as feminists? In …
Who are you grateful for? What are you thankful to have and to have experienced? This Thanksgiving, think about all the people and things that have made your life better, but remember to thank yourself, too. You give so much, and you are appreciated. While you gather with family and dive into your favorite meal of the year, a little …
We’ve all heard of branding, but have you thought about why it’s so important? How do you develop your style and brand so that you’ll succeed in your career? Special guest Melissa Forziat joins us for an illuminating interview all about crafting your branding. With Melissa’s experience as a small business marketing coach and event manager, she has all the …
Major elections are happening now, and more than ever before, it’s vital that you vote. In conjunction with our webinar on how to be an active and informed voter, check out our new political playlist. Our “Rock the Vote” songs will inspire you to get involved and send in your ballot in all upcoming elections. These songs tackle today’s social …
Sales is all about your clients. So how can you entice them and improve your performance? By focusing on benefits! That can be harder than it looks, so we’ve come up with our the 10 steps you need to take. With these tips, you’ll quickly boost sales and improve client relationships. The first step is to pay attention to what …
Trick or treat! Celebrate this Halloween with a playlist of terrifying tunes. Songs about ghosts, zombies, witches, and monsters are just what you need to liven up your Halloween party and greet trick-or-treaters this October. We included classics like “Monster Mash” and the Ghostbusters theme, as well as spooky songs with even scarier music videos. From Bach to Black Sabbath …
Sales is all about your clients. So how can you entice them and improve your performance? By focusing on benefits! That can be harder than it looks, so sales veteran Lynn is here to walk you through it on our new webinar. With these tips, you’ll quickly boost sales and improve client relationships. The first step is to pay attention …
Singer/songwriter Mandy Bon is an up-and-coming musician that any 20-something can relate to. From young love to the dreaded feeling of being stuck, her new EP, Traffic Jams, showcases four songs that articulate honest hopes and worries. Mandy composed, recorded, and mixed all four tracks on her new EP, and even took charge of most of the music video production, …
Summer has come and passed, and we’re all starting to notice that fall has officially begun. As we snuggle up into our warm sweaters and drink apple cider by the fire, perhaps some autumnal tunes can help set the mood. Our new “Fall Into Autumn” playlist begins with the autumnal equinox in September, eventually transitioning into October and November. The …
Regardless of how incredible your colleagues are, you will, from time to time, need to deliver them some constructive criticism. How do you do so effectively without getting a defensive or negative reaction? It starts with understanding why an employee is difficult. Does she simply have a different communication or working style? Does he become defensive or angry when receiving …
No matter how amazing your colleagues are, you will sometimes need to deliver constructive criticism. How do you do so effectively without getting a defensive or negative reaction? It starts with understanding why an employee is difficult. Does she simply have a different communication or working style? Does he become defensive or angry when receiving criticism? Maybe an employee lacks …