Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Solo Professionals Do it Wearing Multiple Hats
(How well are you wearing yours?)

Wearing all the hats at once and looking good while you do it isn't as easy most people think.

But you already know that.

You’re a solopreneur or freelancer, and part of a special breed. Most of us struggle initially with how to build a viable business and manage it once we have one.

Your marketing hat is probably one of those that you find a little challenging. Or, maybe not! Either way, wouldn’t you like to know how your efforts compare to the rest of the indie biz folks out there?

We would, too!

Word Chef is partnering with HR Gary LLC and several other curious folks to find out what solo professionals like you are doing (in terms of online marketing) and how well it’s working for you.

We’re looking to create some real benchmarks and share that information with those who’re affected by the challenges of marketing a micro business.

The most recent US Census data (for 2008) shows that there are 21.3 million Nonemployers (what the US Government calls lifestyle and home businesses that have no employees).

These nonemployers had receipts of nearly a trillion dollars and about $639 billion of that was in individual proprietorships (as opposed to Corporations or partnerships).

Our lifestyle and home businesses go under other names too -- monikers like personal business, SOHO (SmallOffice, Home Office), freelancers, microbusinesses, independent contractors, or what the Kauffman Foundation calls jobless entrepreneurship.

Let’s find out how we all feel about our marketing efforts -- what we’re doing, what we’re not doing, and how well our efforts are working for us.

We hope you'll help the community of solo biz folks by completing the survey below (it should only take about 5-10 minutes).  Are you ready to help us? Great!  Just click here 
http://thewordchef.com/2012/05/soloprenuers-and-online-marketing-survey/ and you'll be good to go.   

In return, you'll receive a report (in mid-July) that summarizes the key findings of the survey, and we'll enter you in a raffle with a chance to win one of the following prizes:





Thursday, November 3, 2011

Invitation: Lunch and Learn: Health and Wellness- Beyond the Hype- "Why Happy and Healthy Employees are an Important Asset to your Organization"

This lunch and learn is being presented by HR Gary LLC, VHL Partners, and ProFormance Health.   

Known for his friendly, approachable manner and sincere work ethic, Gary R. Johnson has more than 15 years’ experience in human resources and business management. His experience comes from a wide range of industries, including corporate food chains, retail, non-profit organizations and legal. Gary is expert at finding solutions to his clients’ business needs.

Kristi Henry and Rich Williams, VHL Partners, help companies enhance their culture, employee productivity and work-life balance through creating or improving components of wellness programs.

During this Lunch and Learn, HR Gary LLC, VHL Partners, and ProFormance Health will discuss:
·        What is a wellness program and can it really work  
·        Why happy, healthy employees are more productive
·        Financial Incentives
·        How to create a wellness culture
·        Legal considerations
·        Improved employee productivity
·        Lower employee turnover rates
·        Improved employee commitment to your business and increased employee moral  

Also, all participants will receive on the spot neck massages during this event by one of the massage therapists and physician in attendance.

Date: November 9th, 2011
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
Cost: $15.00 cash only

Location: ABIL- Arizona Bridge of Independent Living
5025 E. Washington St. Ste#200
Phoenix, Arizona 85034-2005 


Lunch will be provided. Please email gary@hrgaryllc.com or Kristi@vhlpartners.com if you would like to attend. Due to limited space please make sure that you RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!