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Wabi Sabi: The Art (& Bummer) of Imperfection

by Michelle Barry Franco April 16, 2010 Contribution

I just found a pretty obvious error in my main self-study program guidebook. It’s an error I should have seen. I know it wasn’t there in previous iterations that came from the interior book designer. I know because I looked those ones over really detailed-like. But those last few revisions, I was just checking the [...]

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Soulful Sales & The Sacred Moment

by Michelle Barry Franco March 28, 2010 Contribution

I am finding my way back into the rhythms of home after two blissfully spiritual days at a sales seminar. Yes, you heard me right – a sales seminar. A blissfully spiritual sales seminar. Oh, isn’t this a complex statement on so many levels? First of all, we soulful types often have a harder time [...]

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How to Accept and Use Feedback From Others

by Michelle Barry Franco February 24, 2010 Collaboration

As I’ve mentioned (kind of a lot now), I’ve just finished writing and producing this Vision Into Action program. As I’ve also mentioned, this is a much more intense project than I expected (though I am thrilled with the outcome, mind you.) There are multiple moving parts and the expertise and input of many smart [...]

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No More Excuses: Take Your Vision Into Real Action

by Michelle Barry Franco February 10, 2010 Contribution

I believe wholeheartedly in bringing your brilliance. I actually believe it is our responsibility. It’s part of the way this whole Universe works. You bring your brilliance, which is different than mine. Your neighbor brings his. My aunt brings hers. Together, we have this finely crafted gorgeous Whole offering, this giant Mosaic (I’ve got a [...]

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Become a Leading Authority

by Michelle Barry Franco February 1, 2010 Contribution

I was talking with a colleague the other day about her work. I said something like, “You need to establish yourself as the expert that you already are on this topic.” (She really is.) Her: “I resist calling myself an expert.” Me: “Why?!” Her: “There’s a lot I don’t know. I am always learning… (more [...]

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Ideas on the Outside

by Michelle Barry Franco January 24, 2010 Contribution

I’ve been on writing retreat so I’m behind on my blog reading. There are certain blogs that just lift me up or make me think or add to my life and business in myriad ways, that I can feel it when I am away from them. It’s hard to keep track of ideas. Like 37Days, [...]

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Succeed or Fail? Contemplations on the Eve of a Product Launch

by Michelle Barry Franco January 18, 2010 Contribution

I am getting close to launching the first The Brazen Soul program. I’m having all kinds of crazy mixed emotions as the product creation process winds toward closing. I’m thinking: What if no one wants this? What if I can’t reach the people who need it the most? Is my “community” large enough (on and [...]

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Seth Godin's Linchpin Book Brilliance, Part 1

by Michelle Barry Franco January 18, 2010 Contribution

“You have brilliance in you, your contribution is valuable, and the art you create is precious. Only you can do it, and you must. I’m hoping you’ll stand up and choose to make a difference.” “It’s futile to work hard at restoring the take-care-of-you bargain. The bargain is gone, and it’s not worth whining about [...]

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4 Tips for Giving Writing Feedback to a Friend or Colleague

by Michelle Barry Franco January 10, 2010 Collaboration

A few months ago I was asked by a friend for feedback on an article she was submitting to a major publication. My friend has a much fancier writing resume than I do. She’s written for – and been published in! - other fancy magazines and major city newspapers. I don’t have all that great [...]

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