Jill Crossland Consulting & Entrepreneurial Life Magazine

Jill Crossland Consulting was very pleased to donate to Landscape Plus wonderful Christmas campaign. Five local families will have a Merrier Christmas thanks to their efforts.

When we read Richard Branson's biographies and his social media we see how important family is to him and in particular his mother. Her passing is sad indeed. #entrepreneurship

Happy Thanksgiving to my American friends & clients.

Perfect infographic to help clients understand the difference between copy & content writing. https://bit.ly/39V91pI MarketingProfs FYI - Jill Crossland Consulting offers these services. ... #copywriting #contentwriting #B2B #B2C #Marketing

As entrepreneurs, we really need to keep our goals/projects down to a few items in order to succeed in 2021. Focus is key. 'Why Throwing Out the "Old Bananas" is Imperative to Your Success' #entrepreneurship #goals #entrepreneur #businessstrategy... https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/357727

Writing is an important part of an entrepreneurs success.

Love this definition of what an entrepreneur is ........ #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship

As an entrepreneur, I trend towards the importance of having a routine - Penguin authors on looking after their mental health this winter

Coffee is what keeps entrepreneurs going! #Entrepreneurs #Nationalcoffeeday2020

Some sensible & freeing suggestions here 'These Content Marketing Rules Are Made to Be Broken'. Now to convince some clients to be less rigid! https://bit.ly/3hHzbwv #contentmarketing #content #blog #SocialMedia

It is no good writing a great newsletter, article, blog post if no one reads it - Copywriters Use These 4 Psychological Tactics to Write Attention-Grabbing Headlines https://bit.ly/2E67LT6 #Entrepreneur #newsletter #blogposts #copy

Soft marketing should also be a part of your business's marketing campaign. Created for Rocking R Guest Ranch's twitter page. #socialmedia #twitter #marketing

Video created by Jill Crossland Consulting for MCG Careers - just think what I can design for your business or organization. #marketing #video #socialmedia #socialmediamarketing

Some old school ways of acquiring clients but worth reviewing '7 Fail-Proof Client Acquisition Methods to Help Your Business Grow' #consultants #entrepreneurs #freelancers #clients

Now is not the time to dust off your usual marketing strategy. It's Time to Get Creative and Adapt Your Marketing to the Crisis - Entrepreneur #B2B #marketingstrategy #marketing

My latest business article for The Newsy Neighbour Magazine.

Please stop the antics those of you who are new to online meetings. For starters don't arrive late, slurping your cereal and bragging that you're still in your PJ's - some of us have been successfully working from home for a long time. We take our business and time seriously. Time to bring the 'business' back into zoom business meetings - Don’t lurk, don’t eat, please mute: The new etiquette rules of Zoom. #entrepreneurs #workingfromhome #zoom

While maintaining a level of productivity is key for entrepreneurs it is important to also relax in these unusual times..

While you might not want to stretch your credit card for an HD monitor the other suggestions are helpful. I've ordered the laptop stand something I've been meaning to buy for ages. These Accessories Can Help You Be More Productive While Working From Home Entrepreneur

Webinar: Learn how to easily and effortlessly apply evergreen marketing principles to your ad creation process

Maintaining Entrepreneurial Normalcy in an Abnormal Time - an amazing array of entrepreneurs will be weighing in for this webinar.

This is just one example of the helpful and informative webinars available for #entrepreneurs, #businessowners, #consultants, etc.... This is a surprisingly good time to work on your business and webinars can help. The 4 Elements of Great Storytelling -

I'm not usually one to like the hype of anything that starts with '7 Ways to ............' but this one is very good. Ari Meisel understands what it means to be an entrepreneur. My biggest takeaway was the pure logic of having a 'braindead list' - 7 Ways to Easily Master Productivity #entrepreneurship #productivity #worklife

If content marketing has you a bit confused this is a clean break down of how it works and includes examples of companies who do it well - Seven Ways to Build a Loyal Customer Base With Content Marketing - MarketingProfs #B2B #contentmarketing #thoughtleadership

If you only have the time to read one article this week make it this one - "Start treating yourself like a true professional. Start treating yourself seriously" #entrepreneurship #consultants #business

'.......... brands can’t just focus on what they sell; they also need to establish what they stand for. ' Entrepreneurs & SMBs also need to create a community. Customers and clients.like to know what we stand for, what is important to us and how we translate this into our business practices. #entrepreneurs #SMB #philanthropy

Successful business growth cannot happen within a comfort zone. #entrepreneurs #SMB

Start the New Year off right by talking to a business consultant about your business goals! Jill Crossland Services: http://bit.ly/2Cn7mEY Price Plan: http://bit.ly/2Tc4MdT Testimonials:http://bit.ly/2T7kS8r ... #entrepreneurs #SME #startups #business #marketing

If you are an #entrepreneur #SME with a small team enhancing some of these skills in 2020 would be invaluable 14 In-Demand Skills You Can Learn Online Now

Being creative is an important part of business ownership/ entrepreneurship What is Creativity? And why is it a crucial factor for business success? http://bit.ly/2rRHh1M

I buy mine annually Chapters always has a nice selection. Business person's Richard Branson, Sheryl Sandberg, Bill Gates all use one - The One Notebook Habit Don't overthink how you use it. I write personal and professional notes, ideas and lists in mine.

Tired of the same old business books? This list is fresh and relevant. Consider buying one for the #entrepreneur #business owner or colleague on your gift list.

One of the key marketing strategies for 2020 is going to be 'relatability' - How Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Has Become a Hugely Successful Entrepreneur. #entrepreneurship #marketing #businessstrategy

A lot for consultants, small business and entrepreneurs to consider. ". .....Google’s position as a monopoly able to dictate how most people experience everything on the web." #SEO #SMB #Google

Useful - I like pulling up a quick blank doc

I charge hourly or by the project depending on the client's needs & budget - The Consulting Business Price Guide: Calculate How Much to Charge for Your Work #businessconsulting #consultant #marketingconsutant

Nothing new but a solid breakdown of ways to reach customers using email. #emailmarketing #customers #marketing

Good article by the author of Free Range Humans, Marianne Cantwell. The 'just follow your passion' rhetoric will only carry you to a point when it comes to starting your own business, #freelance #entrepreneurship #SME

Truth. Even just meeting a client for the occasional coffee keeps the connection going and improves communication.

A long weekend begins here in Canada as we celebrate Thanksgiving with family & friends.

As you start to organize your entrepreneurial day here is something to think about - Projects vs Tasks Seth Godin #entrepreneur #SME

Good checklist of 'How to Set Up and Use Your Small Business Instagram Profile' - success on #Instagram comes from being systematic in your #marketingstrategy

I for one don't utilize Infographics enough - How to Create and Use Infographics for Your Content Marketing http://bit.ly/2luncvc

Why Your Next Startup Should Be Purpose-Driven .......... and why if your business has been around awhile you need to ask yourself 'what is my purpose'? Entrepreneur #startup #entrepreneurs #SMB

Creating a story is key in today's marketing. Liberte's campaign for their plain yogurt is inspired and hits multiple demographic interests from travelers to foodies.

It's September, do you have fresh goals/plans and changes for your business? #entrepreneurship #SMB

The stats of how video works on the consumer are particularly interesting & helpful - Why the Future of Marketing Is Video #marketing #B2C #video

A recent article entitled 'Do I need to be an entrepreneur?' got me thinking then writing about our Entrepreneurial Demons. #entrepreneurship #startup #mindfulness

Time-consuming yes but as we gear up for September this plan is invaluable - How To Build A Strategic Marketing Plan #B2B #B2C #marketing

Are you working on improving your Instagram business profile? Some helpful resources and tips ' How to Create an Instagram Content Plan for Your Business' - Social Media Examiner #instagram #socialmedia #marketing

Michelle Cederberg reminds us that it is important to take breaks. (Which if you have a dog can be whether you want to or not!) #entrepreneurs #worklife

My list of business books you can tackle over August. Some are familiar, some you have probably forgotten about and a few you may not have heard of. #businessgrowth #businessgoals

Summer provides the perfect opportunity for personal & professional refection. Seth Godin's What are you drawn to? is a good place to start. #entrepreneur #personaldevelopment #businessgrowth

What business book(s) are you reading this summer? #summerreading #businessbooks #entrepreneur #businessgrowth

There is a lot to think about in this article. As with most of the changes & shifts we see in our professional/business online world we need to stay informed, don't overreact and take the time to analyze how this will ultimately affect our businesses. #seo #marketing

You really can't have a growing and successful business unless you look after your health. I'm up between 5:30 - 6 am when I walk the dog or go to the gym. During the day I watch what I eat and make sure to move around and not sit too much; walking meetings are also a good idea as they are quicker than regular meetings and more stimulating. The importance of being healthy Virgin... #entrepreneurs #worklife #exercise

Whether it is an article, book or marketing copy before you start writing I recommend this article - 10 Tips From Best-Selling Authors That Will Polish Your Content - Content Marketing Institute #writing #contentmarketing #branding

You hired the business or marketing consultant because they gave a great talk or presentation but after a lot of time and money, your business is not that much further ahead. What went wrong? #businessconsultant #marketingconsultant .

It's a two laptops day #cleints #writing

The future is here and as business people, we need to understand AI or risk being left behind. This infographic covers AI - Past, Present & Future MarketingProfs

Richard Branson's company Virgin finding ways to make a difference for our oceans #WorldOceansDay

Successfully working from home requires self-discipline and the ability to stick to a schedule but it also means knowing when it is time to take a break - to relax, exercise, move around or meditate

When it comes to content marketing don't be afraid of short, to the point stories. As long as it is well-written content doesn't have to be long or laborious.

Nothing new but a solid review of The 5 Key Skills of Entrepreneurs Entrepreneur

How non-exercise activities can be introduced into your day & will help you to stay healthy

Facebook continues to be challenging. If your customers/clients are on this platform you have to do the work necessary to reach them.

A smart business decision for Heather Reisman to expand Indigo into the United States. American readers will enjoy her integration of books with lifestyle products. This is a good reminder that products don't have to be sold singularly. Use your imagination, look at cross-merchandizing. Today's customer likes to see products that represent a new experience or will improve their lifestyle. I do a lot of shopping online but always enjoy a trip to Indigo. Buying books, browsing, finding unique gifts and I love their cosy reading socks that I got for Christmas.

Don't fall into the "Everyone says my business needs to be on Instagram" trap unless you having good branding and a marketing strategy for this platform. #instagram #socialmediamarketing.