What if a more positive outlook could lead to better outcomes at work? What if we told you that the right mindset actually can lead to more career success? Indeed, you shouldn’t underestimate the power of the mind and how important thoughts can be in your job ascendance. We recently shared an interview with Chelsea Behrens all about how breakthrough …
6 Simple Tricks to Make Self-Care Part of Your Daily Routine
Self-care has been a hot topic lately. We at Petite2Queen are firm believers in the importance of self-care and making it a part of your daily routine, but we know that’s easier said than done! With our demanding schedules and desire for relaxation, how can we start prioritizing our own well-being? You can start by trying our 6 simple tricks. …
The #1 Guide You Need to Answer Tough Questions
For better or worse, we all encounter some surprisingly tough questions from time to time. How do you answer a curve-ball question in an interview and still get the job offer? What do you say when you and your boss don’t see eye to eye on an important matter? Both Lynn and author Tikiri have been there, and they know …
How to Answer Tough Questions and Keep Your Cool
We’ve all encountered some surprisingly tough questions from time to time. How do you answer a curve-ball question in an interview and still get the job offer? What do you say when you and your boss don’t see eye to eye on an important matter? Both Lynn and author Tikiri have been there, and they know how it feels to …
How to Develop Best Practices in the #MeToo Era
Sexual harassment has come to the forefront of the conversation in the last year. The #MeToo era has already led to a closer look at this pervasive issue, efforts to better protect employees from sexual harassment, and more dialogue about what is and isn’t harassment. As this conversation continues, it’s important to take a step back and revisit your company’s …
How to Recover from Perfectionism
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 …
8 Tips to Develop a Business Brand & Your Personal Brand
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 …
10 Steps to Focus on Benefits to Boost Sales
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 …
4 Steps to Deliver Constructive Criticism to Difficult Employees
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 …
What Are the Pros & Cons of Dating a Co-Worker?
We just shared a blog about office romance and whether it’s really worth it. We dive into the pros and cons of that steamy office romance, but if you’re looking for a quick guide, you’ve come to the right place. What’s good about dating a co-worker? What can be tricky about it? Is it right for you and your potential …
How to Promote Yourself, Build Relationships, and Grow Your Sales
Believe it or not, a large part of sales success is in the art of self-promotion. For many people, this can be difficult, especially if you’re shy or simply don’t like talking about yourself. How do you overcome the feelings of awkwardness so you can focus on your true objective? How can you get out there to promote you and …
The Conference Checklist You Need to Get The Most Sales
Attending conferences is an important part of your sales career – but how do you get the most out of it? Whether it’s your first event or your 10th, there’s always more to learn. That’s why we decided to share a quick and easy guide to help you get the most out of your upcoming conference. In conjunction with our …
Get Your Exclusive 2018 Calendar
Another year has come and gone – my, how time flies! As we say goodbye to 2017 and look ahead to the new year, there’s one practical resource we could all use: a new calendar! Our exclusive 2018 calendar is the perfect size for your office or home. Each month features an original painting, and the calendar ties in with …
How to Excel in Your Sales Career
Sales is an excellent career choice, and one that’s face-paced, people-oriented, and allows you more freedom than most jobs. However, many sales professionals see room for improvement. How can you step up your game and really excel in your sales? These tips will give you the boost you need. In our exclusive new resource, you’ll learn the three most important …
Our Top Tips for Living Alone
Striking out on your own can be exciting, nerve-wracking, and everything in between. But when you’ve always lived with people – be them your parents or college roommates – there are a lot of things to adjust to in solo living. The alone time will be nice at first… but what do you do to stave off loneliness? How will …
How an Energized Mindset Can Boost Your Sales
The mind is a powerful thing. The power of your attitude can make the difference between sales success and a meh week. So with so much hanging on your frame of mind, why not harness that power? Energized mindset can boost your sales and lead you to excel in your career. Don’t believe us? Check out our new resource and …