I thought a long time about the past two days. Had I learned anything from my efforts, or were they a write off? I am a visual person so I had to close my eyes and try to picture myself following up with a business owner. Every time I did, it was face to face, then the words came. Maybe the phone is not the way for me? I need to read body language to be able to adjust my conversations. Could it be that simple? Yes, it's so convenient to call or email, but am I looking for convenience or results?
I am working on a simple handout about the Business Partnership Program, cut and pasted from stuff Ginny already prepared. Next week, I'll venture into the Old Port, a really cool section of Portland with hundreds of local vendors. I'll go store to store and develop relationships.
I also contacted BNI. I looked them up online and found a local chapter in Portland. Everyone who attends the meetings is looking for referrals. Do I still own business suit? Yikes! Will I still fit in it?
Yes, my positive energy is back. We had an ice storm here last night and woke up to no power. The kid love it when there's no power because we all sit together on the couches and talk with lots of candles on. I was telling them how I was strugglng but not giving up. Boy, did I get my own words back at me! "Never give up Mom, you can do anything you set your mind to!", "Did anyone EVER promise you life would be easy, Mom?" And my favorite," This isn't about YOU, Mom. Remember why you are doing this."
Well, it IS nice to know some stuff I say actually sinks in!
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Isn't that the truth. Out of the mouth of babes.
ReplyDeleteNot only do they 'hear' what we tell them, they watch what we do as well.
What a wonderful example you are to your children....showing people are human, especially us parents, we do get discouraged, we are afraid sometime...but bottom line is they see you continuing on...not giving up.
Listen to their advice....hmmm, wonder where the wise words came from!
That's Great Andrea! How wonderful that your kids supported you this morning as you support and encourage them. I'm grinning ear to ear, and my heart is smiling big. Children have the most adorable spirits . . . and they have a way of looking at the bright side of life. Wishing you success!
ReplyDeleteAndrea, should you find this message it is to let you know that I can't find the button to reply to your later posts. I wanted to tell you that I've finally seen your YouTube video for the community food pantry. And, just now, I read about your meeting there. It's fantastic! Wishing you and your family a bright 2009!
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