Kirstie Gillon-Wood

Whether you’re just starting out or have had a business for years and need a boost of new clients quickly you are going to love what I share in this free Special Report. (In a hurry? Grab your ...

As we head into the first two weeks of the new year, I wanted to offer you a few self-care reminders designed to support you in entering 2013 feeling excited about this next, great phase of your life.

This year, be sure to...

Take good care of your financial health. Spend well within your means. Remember that the time and love you give others is the most valuable (and desired) gift of all.

Take good care of your body...

One of the things I’ve been working on the past few years is cleaning up my money issues. That includes everything from thinking I have to work really hard to make a lot of money, to taking care of old debt, to having a plan for paying off new debt, to plugging even the slightest money leak.

The truth for me is that I used to not pay attention to my money as much as I should have, so inevitably something happens where money MAKES me pay attention. It’s not usually...

One of the best ways to get inspired is to learn from others’ successes. That’s why I'm featuring clients in my Boost Your Business Coaching Program. Some successes are large, some small, but it’s all about taking steps forward and making progress.

Today, you’ll meet BYB client Lynnaire Johnston from Dunedin who is founder and director of a successful copywriting business, Word Wizard. She was our Star Client of the Month for November.

4 Tips to Overcome Your Fear and Self-Doubt

Just recently I read a post on a small business start-up blog by an entrepreneur who was selected to deliver a TED talk. Despite knowing what an amazing opportunity this was, she experienced intense fear leading up to the event and even considered some crazy excuses to get out of her commitment.

She's not alone.

As a coach and mentor who has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, I ofte...

One of the best ways to get inspired is to learn from others’ successes.

That’s why I'm featuring clients in my Boost Your Business Coaching Program.

Some successes are large, some small, but it’s all about taking steps forward and making progress.

Today, you’ll meet BYB client Lucy Warren from Dunedin who is founder and director of Lucy Warren Pilates. She was our Star Client of the Month for October.

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"The number one priority of a business is to make money," I said in a workshop held earlier this year. That statement was met with complete silence - you could have heard a penny drop (excuse the pun). I watched with interest some facial expressions change and waited for a verbal response. One participant spoke up and simply said she disagreed. And if you are quick to think, "But it's not about the money for me" then let me help you understand something critical to your building a su...

One of the best ways to get inspired is to learn from others’ successes.

That’s why in my Boost Your Business Group Program, we spotlight one of our star members during our member Monthly Access Meetings.

I select and interview one BYB Group member who is making great strides with the program.

Some successes are large, some small, but it’s all about taking steps forward and making progress.

Today, you’...

Spring is definitely in the air, which gives you the perfect opportunity for a fresh start when it comes to marketing your business.

Now is the time to make an honest assessment of what's working and what you can ditch so you're making the most of your time and energy.

And by making any necessary course corrections now, you may be just in time to save yourself from the end of year "What happened?" panicky moments that spell out loss of in...

Whatever stage of business development you are currently in, you're likely looking at simple ways you can improve your results. Making more sales, attracting ideal clients, upleveling your brand, hosting workshops, affording more team, growing your list and more.

Where most women entrepreneurs struggle is knowing which activities they should prioritise first and even more importantly, how to hold onto the mindset that it takes when the business you're juggl...

One of the questions I get very often is "Kirstie, how do you manage your time effectively and get everything done? What is on my priority task list changes day to day and I'm running out of steam."

This is a very good question because one of the fastest ways to boost your business is to get out of the business of "busyness". In the beginning, you are doing everything yourself but in order to multiply your business (and not work crazy hours), you need to ge...

When you were a child, did your Mum ever say, “You become who you hang out with”? She wasn't the only one who knew this. Business philosopher, Jim Rohn said, "You are the average of the 5 people you hang around with the most." (When I heard that, I knew it was time to uplevel my professional network if I was to be successful in business!)

Red Flag:

Have you ever been excited about doing so...

In honour of Mother's Day (13th May) I've written an article to include five strategies, purely for work-at-home-mums (WAHMs). Let me know what you think!

1. Carve out dedicated time for your business. It doesn’t matter if you have children or not, the only way to treat your business like a business and not a hobby is to take it seriously and dedicate time to focus on it. For some of us, this means two hours a day during naptime or late at night. For others, it ...

When searching for a business coach or mentor, it’s a good idea to chat with two or three to see who best fits your needs and style. Most coaches offer a complimentary coaching session to help you make a thorough evaluation, so take advantage of the offer.

Ask yourself these questions before talking with a coach:

• What would I like to be, do, or have?
• What help, support or tools do I want from a coach?

You are the master of your l...

Don't be scared off by the article title. Once you get going, I guarantee you will find it liberating...and maybe even exciting! I know we are in May and some of you may be thinking this article would be more suited to the beginning of the year. But the fact of the matter is, we ARE in May and only have 7 months left to achieve our goals (6 really if you consider December as a write-off for business!)

First of all, you're going to want to re-consider your goals for 2012 and re-evaluate ...

I know, I know, I've not blogged for two months which is breaking some kind of cardinal business marketing rule! But I'm not Superwoman and I just can't be everywhere at once and so some aspects of the business ball juggling need to be dropped. Yes, of course I have systems in place but I actually wanted needed a break from working IN my business so I could focus my energy to working ON my business. Something I teach my clients to do and well, even though I know all this...

I know what it’s like to feel defeated. In 2006 I would be curled up in bed, curtains pulled shut and unable to face the world. I had hit rock bottom – in a bigger way than I could ever have imagined. And I got "challenged" again mid-2011 when being diagnosed with Lupus. (You can read more about my story here.)

Despite that negative, nagging voice that reminded me this was my new com...

Recently I wrote '3 Reasons to Attend Live Events' and this is a follow up.

But first a quick recap. You want to get out from behind your computer and network with like-minded people because you:  

1. Learn new business strategies

2. Get ...

If you're quilty of not getting out from behind your computer and expanding your network, then vow to change that right now. Not only connecting with like-minded people be good for you, it can be great for your business. I attend live events and I am cementing some amazing business relationships as a result. The opportunities that have presented themselves to me since attending have been phenomenal.

Here are ...

By guest author and contributor to Business Mums Survival Guide, Nancy Marmolejo:

I recently introduced my brother and his company to Twitter, and the first question asked was truthful and simple:

“Um, this is all good.. but what do we Tweet about?”

I like to use the “big room” analogy to help people get a better understanding of what to T...