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🚀 Just read an inspiring piece about what comes next after selling your business. It's not just a transaction—it's the beginning of a new chapter. The stories of Lynne King Smith, Jay Steinfeld, and David Lyon remind us that selling a business opens a gateway to new adventures and opportunities to give back. Vistage provides incredible support for those navigating this major transition, helping you explore what comes after and how to maximize the next phase of your life. Whether it's mentoring the next generation, diving into community service, or simply enjoying well-earned time with family, life post-sale can be rich and rewarding. If you're on this journey or contemplating this significant step, let's connect and share insights. Check out the full insights here: I https://buff.ly/3w0Fs3r #BusinessTransition #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Vistage #EvokethePossible

Selling your business is a significant accomplishment, but it can also lead to a period of reflection. Our Vistage Chairs, all successful entrepreneurs themselves, share their experiences and valuable insights on navigating the post-sale landscape: #leadershipdevelopment #businesstransition #entrepneurship https://buff.ly/3xpbqqo Vistage can help you navigate your exit strategy. Message us to learn more!

So, what have I learnt in the last year of running my business? 🤔 As JJR Event Planning celebrates its first anniversary, I’ve had the opportunity to reflect on the incredible journey over the last 12 months, and what it has taught me. Here are some of the most important things I’ve learned: 💡 Resilience is key: Building a business from the ground up requires not just strategy, but self-belief and persistence - just keep showing up. 🎯 The power of human connection: Whether it's clients, colleagues or vendors, building genuine, trusted connections has been key. I’ve seen firsthand that strong relationships not only lead to great events but also how beneficial they are for longer-term collaborations and overall enjoying everyday so much more! ⚡ Trust in your knowledge and experience: Every event so far has pushed me to think outside the box, solve new challenges, and deliver unique experiences - and I've realised that with the right mindset, there is no limit to what you do 🚀 📈 Growth is a process: This year has shown me that growth - both personally and professionally - takes time, patience, and hard work. But the milestones, no matter how small you feel they may be, are worth celebrating! Celebrate your wins, and do not get caught up in the vicious cycle of comparison. You cannot compare your day 1 to another persons day 1000 📝 ✨ Self-belief is crucial: The amount of work I’ve had to on myself this past year is something that I didn’t expect AT ALL! You have to be your own number one fan - I’ve had to constantly tell myself that I’m capable of achieving what I set out to do. That daily reminder keeps me moving forward, even when challenges arise. It’s been an incredible year of growth, learning, and plenty of challenges, but I wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you to everyone who’s been a part of this journey so far - here’s to more lessons, more growth, and even bigger events ahead ✨ #eventprofs #entrepreneurship #businessgrowth #selfbelief #eventplanning #jjreventplanning #lessonslearned

I've got something totally amazing to announce... How would you like to WIN a trip with me on an amazing tropical cruise for 2, a 2-night hotel stay and a Masterminding event with me? What if you could get your business supercharged, aligned and targeted at your goal in a this mastermind? How about getting a $25,000 speaking gig appearance? How about a breathtaking tropical paradise vacation where we work on your business, and your tan. Did I mention you can WIN this? I’m so thrilled to share an incredible opportunity with you. I am announcing The "Mastermind in Paradise" contest ... and you can WIN this - just by entering! Click here to Enter the Contest https://lnkd.in/ekTrWxGx This contest is the real deal - I am funding this along with other members from my Million Dollar Mastermind Group. The Grand Prize is: - Private Cabin with Balcony, for you and a guest on the 2026 Marketers Cruise, Value $3,500. - Two nights hotel in the departure city included so you can arrive and be rested for your cruise. Value $500. - A full day Million Dollar Strategic Alliance Mastermind included on the day before the cruise. Value $5,000. - A VIP curated dinner on the cruise with super influential stage leaders. Value priceless. - A main stage speaking/sponsorship at the next Strategic Alliance Live, Jan. 29 - 31st, 2025. Value $25,000. Picture yourself: Surrounded by other ambitious entrepreneurs and visionaries Diving deep into strategies to scale your business Getting personal guidance from top experts All while soaking up the sun, sand, and sea This isn’t just any contest... It’s a life-changing experience, designed to help you unlock the next level of your business while enjoying some well-deserved R&R on land and business breakthroughs at sea. Contest Doors are open - but only until October. 24th at 7:30pm Eastern (4:30pm Pacific) Submit your CONTEST ENTRY here https://lnkd.in/ekTrWxGx AND, once you enter, you can share this message with friends and earn additional referral gifts valued at $20,536 PLUS you get 10 extra Grand Prize entries EACH TIME you refer someone that enters. Here’s to us ‘vacationing’ at sea together :) Don't miss this chance - ENTER the CONTEST NOW AND When you click to enter, you'll see the amazing rewards for sharing with your entrepreneur friends. Additional prizes valued at $20,536. You definitely don't want to miss this.

I've got something totally amazing to announce... How would you like to WIN a trip with me on an amazing tropical cruise for 2, a 2-night hotel stay and a Masterminding event with me? What if you could get your business supercharged, aligned and targeted at your goal in a this mastermind? How about getting a $25,000 speaking gig appearance? How about a breathtaking tropical paradise vacation where we work on your business, and your tan. Did I mention you can WIN this? I’m so thrilled to share an incredible opportunity with you. I am announcing The "Mastermind in Paradise" contest ... and you can WIN this - just by entering! Click here to Enter the Contest https://lnkd.in/e7mbTQ2m This contest is the real deal - I am funding this along with other members from my Million Dollar Mastermind Group. The Grand Prize is: - Private Cabin with Balcony, for you and a guest on the 2026 Marketers Cruise, Value $3,500. - Two nights hotel in the departure city included so you can arrive and be rested for your cruise. Value $500. - A full day Million Dollar Strategic Alliance Mastermind included on the day before the cruise. Value $5,000. - A VIP curated dinner on the cruise with super influential stage leaders. Value priceless. - A main stage speaking/sponsorship at the next Strategic Alliance Live, Jan. 29 - 31st, 2025. Value $25,000. Picture yourself: Surrounded by other ambitious entrepreneurs and visionaries Diving deep into strategies to scale your business Getting personal guidance from top experts All while soaking up the sun, sand, and sea This isn’t just any contest... It’s a life-changing experience, designed to help you unlock the next level of your business while enjoying some well-deserved R&R on land and business breakthroughs at sea. Contest Doors are open - but only until October. 24th at 7:30pm Eastern (4:30pm Pacific) Submit your CONTEST ENTRY here https://lnkd.in/e7mbTQ2m AND, once you enter, you can share this message with friends and earn additional referral gifts valued at $20,536 PLUS you get 10 extra Grand Prize entries EACH TIME you refer someone that enters. Here’s to us ‘vacationing’ at sea together :) Don't miss this chance - ENTER the CONTEST NOW AND When you click to enter, you'll see the amazing rewards for sharing with your entrepreneur friends. Additional prizes valued at $20,536. You definitely don't want to miss this.

"Focus your energy on the things that have the greatest impact." Listen as my friend, Dr. Kathryn Guylay, and I uncover nine fun nuggets to help you reimagine your business and achieve greater results for you and your clients. We also talked about my second book, "Small Lists Big Results: Launch a Successful Offer No Matter the Size of Your Email List." Take a listen here: https://lnkd.in/eDTAjTfw #management #entrepreneurship #leadership #humanresources

No More Elevator Pitches, Just Solutions on the Rocks: Whiteboards N Whiskey! As Business Owners, we know the best thing about owning a business is that we do not have a BOSS. The worst thing about being a Business Owner is the exact same thing...NOT having a BOSS. You might find yourself with all these ideas or opportunities running inside your head without anyone to bounce them off. You might find yourself facing challenges, such as being woken up at 2 a.m. in a cold sweat. What if it did not have to be this way? What if you had the opportunity to unpack your ideas, or challenges in an environment with a collective of other business owners looking for the same thing? In a safe space with NO judgement? Let me tell you something... It does not have to be this way at all. Whiteboards N Whiskey, is THE MASTERMIND EVENT designed for ambitious Business Owners or CEO's of: ✅Trades Business's ✅Manufacturers ✅Professional Services ✅Retailers ✅Digital Services ✅Physical / Health Services ✅Hospitality ANY style of business that is looking for more! Whiteboards N Whiskey is not an ordinary networking session where everyone is pitching about their business/service/products...etc We think this is boring....Dont you? Whiteboards N Whiskey is an opportunity to collaborate with like-minded visionaries, entrepreneurs, and business leaders committed to mutual growth and success. What sets Whiteboards N Whiskey apart? Our unique format facilitates deep dives into business challenges and opportunities, fostering an environment that fosters innovative solutions and strategic partnerships. 💥BONUS: Every ticket receives a complimentary 1-to-1 Session to dive deep into your topic from the night valued at $497.00 💥 Through expert-led discussions, collaborative whiteboarding sessions, and actionable goal-setting, you'll leave not just with connections but with real strategies and solutions tailored to your business needs. Join us and experience: 🔥Collaborative Problem-Solving: Tackle your business challenges head-on with the collective wisdom of your peers. 🔥Actionable Insights: Gain valuable insights from leaders who've been in your shoes and have conquered similar obstacles. 🔥Meaningful Connections: Build lasting relationships with professionals who are as committed to growth as you are. 🔥Exclusive Atmosphere: Enjoy an engaging and inspiring environment that stimulates creativity and strategic thinking. Whether scaling a startup or leading a multinational corporation, Whiteboards N Whiskey catalyses your next breakthrough. Don't miss this chance to elevate your business and yourself. Spots are limited – reserve your place today and transform your tomorrow. 👉When: Wednesday 17th April, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm 👉Where: Uptown Social, Maroochydore 👉Cost: Normally $80. For YOU, just $60 with coupon: YI2KT7X 👉Purchase your tickets here - https://postly.app/3TOW

I may never go "viral" with a piece of content and have it hit 1 million views. And I'm okay with that. But I do know that by posting hundreds and thousands of pieces of content, that I will impact millions of people over the years. And that's what keeps me motivated. We are 2 weeks away from BOA LIVE 2.0 here in St. Louis. The first event was great. This one is going to be even better. More attendees. More speakers. More networking. We are doing a panel with members from our BOA mastermind. This time we rented a stage, are brining in an outside AV crew, and put more budget behind the production of the event. We were able to move some things around and add a few more tickets. We have 5 of them available (only 1 VIP). If you've been on the fence (or forgot to buy your ticket) then now is your chance. BOA LIVE is going to change lives. Don't miss this opportunity. #stlouis #stlouisevents #networking #mastermind #eventmarketing #personaldevelopment #leadership #businessgrowth #eventplanning #professionalnetowkring #motivation #impact #entrepreneurship #businessevents #growthmindset

🌟 Three years ago, I attended the Badass Business Summit in Fort Worth, Texas, not knowing what to expect and not fully understanding the impact it would have. Ironically, my younger brother, Donnie Boivin, is the CEO and Founder of Success Champions Networking (SCN) and the mastermind behind the Badass Business Summit. Despite this, I had little idea about his work or the essence of his company, thinking he simply worked with small business owners. Attending this summit transformed both my life and my company for several reasons: Network Power: I discovered the true value of having a network of business owners and how profoundly it could impact my business. Leveraging Relationships: I learned to leverage these new relationships, forging lifelong friendships along the way. Articulating My Value: I mastered how to clearly articulate what I do, leading to more meaningful introductions and opportunities daily. As I now head into my third-year attending, this event has become the highlight of my year. The connections I make and the impact they have on my business growth are unparalleled! If you’ve never heard of the Badass Business Summit, I was in your shoes a few years ago. If you’re on the fence about participating, I get it—I was hesitant too. This isn’t your typical event where speakers preach about their success. It’s a dynamic experience where you walk away with a clear plan to grow your business, build stronger networks, and engage deeply with the provided education. I am immensely grateful for making that trip a few years ago, and now, it’s an event I will NEVER miss. Why? Since my first BABS event: My network has grown from a few hundred to nearly 5,000 through networking alone. I’ve onboarded more clients this year than in the past 2.5 years combined. None of this would have been possible without the guidance, coaching, and exceptional networking at this summit. Ready to take your business to the next level? The Badass Business Summit is where it all begins. 🚀 #Networking #BusinessGrowth #SuccessChampionNetworking #BadassBusinessSummit #Entrepreneurship

TO TOOT OR NOT TO TOOT?! I used to be one of those people who thought it was tacky to toot my own horn in professional settings. That is, until I realized that other people tooted their horns and got positive results like... ⏺ job promotions ⏺ pay raises ⏺ leadership opportunities ⏺ awards ⏺ special recognition and more... Needless to say, I no longer feel that it's tacky to toot your own horn professionally speaking. Now I am a proud tooter. 😁 What's more, I don't care what other people think about it. 😝 I've learned that when you are accomplished at anything, it's worthwhile to talk about your accomplishments in order to build your credibility. Afterall, tooting your own horn has advantages. ✔ It helps you to stand out. ✔ It makes you more interesting. ✔ It gives you a hook. ✔ It gives you something to talk about. ✔ It validates the importance of your work. ✔ It provides you with an opportunity to praise those on your team. ✔ It gives other people something to remember you by. As you can see, there are many advantages to tooting your own horn. YOUR TURN... ❓ Professionally speaking...DO YOU THINK IT'S IMPORTANT TO TOOT YOUR OWN HORN? ⁉ P.S. In 100% toot my own horn fashion. I am happy to say that April 2024 represents my 14th business anniversary. Considering that many businesses fail in the first five years, I'm happy to report that I'm still here. To celebrate, I'm hosting the Trailblazer Business Summit on Saturday, April 27th from 10AM to 3PM, (EST). It's a hybrid event so you can join from anywhere or attend live in Atlanta, GA. There will be 12 amazing speakers on various topics that today's entrepreneur must master to succeed. Get tickets, https://lnkd.in/eewXbM3 #businesssuccess #successhabits #entrepreneurship #loriamanns