Look at our numbers!
We were in a tight spot and now we are able to do active debt reduction. The business is thriving and we are confident we’ll do well in the current economy.
My first quarter revenue in 2008 was equal to my total revenue for all of 2007!
I am halfway to my annual revenue goal at the beginning of quarter two; I trained an assistant, got a web page put together, hired someone to help with marketing, and plan to take 8 weeks of vacation in 2008!
We’ve nearly doubled our sales!
Cynthia brought order to our business by showing us how to achieve excellence in our retail store. Who knew the numbers could be so sexy!
2006 sales went from 0-$185K and this year will be even better!
I regained my core confidence by having to verbalize, write things down and engage in the planning process.
I started at zero and now I have clients and income!
I wanted to do things right from the beginning and knew I needed guidance. I wanted to work with Cynthia because she had started, run and sold a successful company.
I love my business!
Two years ago I was burnt out and ready to fold. But now I’m excited about going to work every day.
I have changed direction as a result of the work I am doing with Cynthia
Now that I know my target market, my marketing efforts are more successful.
One of the first things I did was to reduce my overhead by half!
I reduced my monthly overhead by about $2500, which gave me breathing room and I was able to start thinking more clearly.
I found out that I was doing lots of things right. I didn’t know that before the class!
I learned the importance of having a big picture view of my company. I want to invest in my business now to reap the rewards later.
The most important thing I learned is that being part of a supportive group is priceless.
Rather than sharing my business trials and tribulations with my husband, I now have a group of people who will listen to me and provide useful feedback.
I surpassed my first year’s sales goal by 25%!
I opened for business a year ago in a small conservative town of 20,000 people who didn’t know or understand what life coaching was.
Now my classes are full, two local newspapers want me to write weekly columns, and I surpassed my first year’s sales goal by 25%
How did you find out about Women Building Business?
I attended a Chamber of Commerce luncheon and Cynthia was the keynote speaker. She had great energy and focused ideas that inspired me to pursue her as my business coach.
What made you want to sign up to take a course with Cynthia?
Her previous business success was a great recommendation, and that she specialized in working with women starting businesses made me think she was just what I needed.
What business problems were you hoping to solve/master?
I was in the business of reinventing my life both personally and professionally—including moving to a new state to start over. I had no previous experience with business development or making a business plan. I was launching a life coaching business and a retail shop/resource center. I was overwhelmed with the logistics of running a retail store and developing my coaching practice at the same time.
Which courses have you taken from Cynthia?
I worked one-on-one over the phone and through e-mail for about 6 months. I initially completed my One Page Business Plan and then we continued with bi-weekly coaching sessions.
What is the most important thing you’ve learned?
The One Page Business Plan has really given me the focus and direction I need to think beyond the day-to-day requirements.
How has your business (and personal life) improved as a result?
I opened for business a year ago in a small conservative town of 20,000 people who didn’t know or understand what life coaching was. I now have an average of 10-15 coaching clients per week, my classes are full, and two local newspapers want me to write a weekly column!
The most surprising or unexpected thing?
Cynthia was very helpful when I was emotionally challenged. She gave me solid support every time I was overwhelmed.
Would you encourage others to take classes with Cynthia? Yes.
—Laisha Kneuven, Certified Life Coach
Owner of Solutions for Women Resource Center and Gift Shop
My revenue increased far beyond my expectations!
When I first started working with Cynthia three years ago, my business grossed about $30K. Last year, it grossed over $400K.
