The Week Before Christmas
In case you’re wondering – this site also reveals part of my happenings in life, injecting a little bit more flavour to the site as a whole; something lighter than the usual information dosage, especially for the weekend :)
It’s the 2nd last Monday of the year and less than a week away to Christmas! I don’t know about you but things seem to be getting busier by the day. Is that happening to you, too? Oh, if you noticed, I’ve changed this site’s background to green in conjunction with Christmas.
Just 2 days ago I was given the opportunity to share to a bunch of eager entrepreneurs on how MOFEW can assist them in starting off their very own online fashion business at Teeq Brasserie, Lot 10 KL. It was a half day event with about 100 participants for them to learn, exchange business opportunities and network among like-minded people in a really casual environment – haven’t spoke in events like that for quite sometime.
The highlight was really a reminder to aspiring entrepreneurs to look beyond mere sales especially in these times where engagement is equally (or even, more) important than figures. With competition on the rise, customers today are also spoilt for choice and only those whom are dedicated and committed to DELIVER will remain competitive.
I shared 2 simple tips on how entrepreneurs can take their business to the next level:
#1: Build your network to increase your NET WORTH!
Every business regardless of it’s size, requires a network for it to survive whether it is a network of businesses, consumers or suppliers. Start-up entrepreneurs often think that since they are still ‘small’, they may not have what it takes to build a network – and that’s absolutely wrong! The smaller you think you are, the bigger the network you should have!
#2: Don’t wait for attention. DEMAND for attention!
Playing the waiting game often do not work no matter how extensive your business network is. Look / create opportunities to expose your brand to the consumers. Active participation plays an important role here. Sit back and relax and you’ll lose out. Use videos if your competitors are using photos, change your packaging, use social media tools, web layouts and etc. Do what it takes to stand out!
Speaking about social media and Christmas…
Here’s a video you definitely want to check out!
Thanks for sharing these two powerful tips. I like it to demand for attention. That is really needed in social media showcasing our creative ideas to get attention. BTW I’ve seen your profile in blogengage, I have my guest blog post in there that I would like to share with you. Check this out http://bit.ly/gvec4K . Please have your comment and votes for my post. It is part of Blogengage contest. I would really appreciate your kindness for doing so. Thanks a lot.
Hey there, thanks for dropping by! It is always a pleasant surprise to have friends from blogengage coming by. That’s certainly true. Most people think by having mere presence will get them attention but really, they are just waiting and not demanding it. Will be looking up your post soon!