Recent Articles From EvanCarmichael.com http://www.evancarmichael.com/ http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/3-Tips-to-Earning-the-Big-Bucks--The-Value-of-Presentation.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/3-Tips-to-Earning-the-Big-Bucks--The-Value-of-Presentation.html The way entrepreneurs present themselves is an important part of how we value them. If you want to earn the big bucks you have to present yourself the right way. You have to create a brand through presentation. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/29-Perfect-Business-Card-Tips-That-Will-Make-You-Loads-of-Money.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/29-Perfect-Business-Card-Tips-That-Will-Make-You-Loads-of-Money.html This article is intended to help business owners create and design a business card they can be proud to present – a card that will pass the trash test. The goal is to be memorable. What I want for you is for prospects to remember who you are days, weeks, and months after the networking event and for you to make loads of money because of your business card! http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/Risk-and-the-Entrepreneur--3-Ways-That-Risk-Separates-the-Winners-from-the-Rest-of-the-Pack.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/Risk-and-the-Entrepreneur--3-Ways-That-Risk-Separates-the-Winners-from-the-Rest-of-the-Pack.html Life is risky. We are taught from an early age that taking a risk is dangerous and not always worth it. Raising your hand in class when you think you know the answer could pay off, or it could lead to being ostracized. Asking someone out on a date could lead to success or it could backfire. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/Taglines--Why-Your-Brand-Needs-a-Tagline.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/Taglines--Why-Your-Brand-Needs-a-Tagline.html A tagline is a short and zippy phrase that describes what you do for your target client. Taglines are essential to a well-rounded brand. I have often seen a well-designed company identity without a tagline and therefore without a message. Taglines add value by communicating your message to your target client and work to enhance your business image. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/5-Not-So-Obvious-Business-Plan-Mistakes-to-Avoid.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/5-Not-So-Obvious-Business-Plan-Mistakes-to-Avoid.html Everyone knows they need one. Everyone plans on writing one, eventually. But not everyone does it. Why? Because it’s so easy to put off and it’s such a chore. I’m talking about writing a business plan. Many business owners put more effort into planning their vacations than they put into planning their businesses. This is a shame because an entrepreneur with a business plan is much more likely to succeed than one without a plan. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/Branding-YOU--Should-You-Put-Your-Photo-on-Your-Business-Card.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/Branding-YOU--Should-You-Put-Your-Photo-on-Your-Business-Card.html I was at a networking event this week having a pleasant conversation with a nice fellow about Branding and how to set yourself apart in the marketplace. We were discussing the benefits of using a professional designer to create a brand for your business. Upon handing him my business card he said "I see that you have your photo on your business card. I've been told that it's not a good idea to do that. What do you think?" http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/6-Simple-Steps-to-Organize-your-Business-Finances-so-that-you-can-Sleep-Soundly-at-Night.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/6-Simple-Steps-to-Organize-your-Business-Finances-so-that-you-can-Sleep-Soundly-at-Night.html Loose papers, receipts, notes, credit card bills, financial statements, tax returns – these are the byproducts of owning a business. They take up space on your desk and in your mind and every time you look at the litter you feel disorganized. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/5-Remarkable-Benefits-to-Having-a-Business-Plan.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Business-Coach/2621/5-Remarkable-Benefits-to-Having-a-Business-Plan.html Have you ever started out on a road trip across town to suddenly realize that you have no idea where you’re going? Running your business without a Business Plan is much like the same. In this article we will look at 5 remarkable benefits to having a Business Plan. How having Direction, Motivation, Creativity, a Cohesive Strategy, and getting Results can help you can create amazing success in your business.