Katherine Reschke, www.passionsthatpay.com
Topic: Brainstorming Session Part 1
[12:35:59 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I am writing an ebook on this very subject so I thought we could have a wonderful brainstorm and I could give credit in the ebook to everyone who contributes
[12:36:19 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I have the outline already so I will be leading the brainstorming
[12:36:24 PM] Katherine Reschke says: what do you think?
[12:38:51 PM] Ginger Marks says: This is your show. Do your stuff.
[12:39:08 PM] Ginger Marks says: which very subject?
[12:39:09 PM] Katherine Reschke says: thank you!
[12:39:14 PM] Ginger Marks says: lol
[12:39:21 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I think it will be a lot of fun and will be a win - win for all concerned
[12:39:44 PM] Ginger Marks says: yep
[12:40:40 PM] Katherine Reschke says: only Kathy and I didnt get booted
[12:40:51 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I have to tell you I dont like that chatroom at all
[12:40:57 PM] Katherine Reschke says: it seems to have so many problems
[12:41:14 PM] Katherine Reschke says: have you considered an alternative such as a skype room?
[12:41:18 PM] Ginger Marks says: it's new, lots of bugs to work out I know.
[12:41:33 PM] Ginger Marks says: I don't like Skype rooms, they bug me all day.
[12:41:40 PM] Ginger Marks says: even with alerts
[12:41:50 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I meant a special one just for this
[12:41:51 PM] Ginger Marks says: much prefer the hot conference
[12:41:58 PM] Katherine Reschke says: you could even create one every time
[12:42:12 PM] Katherine Reschke says: Kathy Pop has a hot conference that I am sure she would let you use
[12:42:17 PM] Ginger Marks says: wow, we just lost kstavert too
[12:42:24 PM] Katherine Reschke says: also there is DimDim which is free
[12:42:37 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I am the only one in the room
[12:42:39 PM] Ginger Marks says: carol deckert was headed in and we lost her berfore she even got here
[12:42:50 PM] Ginger Marks says: I wonder what is up with the room today?
[12:42:56 PM] Katherine Reschke says: earlier I was in the room but noone saw me typing
[12:43:39 PM] Ginger Marks says: well I have to check into an alternative for certain.
[12:43:45 PM] Ginger Marks says: this is totally NUTSO
[12:44:07 PM] Katherine Reschke says: do you want to open a temp skype room?
[12:44:13 PM] Katherine Reschke says: and do it there for this week?
[12:44:19 PM] Ginger Marks says: sure
[12:44:42 PM] Ginger Marks says: let's do. Can you get it set up?
[12:44:59 PM] Ginger Marks says: I don't know who was here to invite them to Skype with us
[12:45:06 PM] Katherine Reschke says: yep I will just add them here
[12:45:10 PM] Ginger Marks says: ok
[12:45:27 PM] Ginger Marks says: Is DimDim URL, .com
[12:45:28 PM] *** Katherine Reschke added Carol Deckert, Kathy Poplawski, kstavert, Lael E. Johnson to this chat
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[12:45:40 PM] Katherine Reschke says: yes I think so I can check later
[12:45:44 PM] Katherine Reschke says: welcome all
[12:46:08 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: hi
[12:46:10 PM] kstavert says: Hi
[12:46:23 PM] Ginger Marks says: Welcome back to Networking 101, please excuse the glitches
[12:46:25 PM] Carol Deckert says: Thanks for opening this up Katherine! I couldn't get into the chat room - that was why I was late!
[12:46:40 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: :)
[12:46:47 PM] Katherine Reschke says: Ginger do we want to do this text or voice?
[12:46:53 PM] Ginger Marks says: I'll keep the chatroom open in case others come in we can invite them.
[12:47:08 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: text would help me as I'm on the phone
[12:47:13 PM] Carol Deckert says: I left the room - there was no one else there
[12:47:14 PM] Ginger Marks says: Can it be switched over to voice easily without confusing us idiots?
[12:47:20 PM] Katherine Reschke says: very easily
[12:47:38 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: i can join the voice later...
[12:47:38 PM] Ginger Marks says: we can do both, Lael says she prefers text
[12:47:43 PM] Ginger Marks says: lololol
[12:47:45 PM] Ginger Marks says: Lael.
[12:47:52 PM] Carol Deckert says: either is fine with me
[12:47:56 PM] Katherine Reschke says: will you be long Lael?
[12:48:05 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: 10 minutes I think
[12:48:10 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: 5-10
[12:48:15 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: I have a blogging class to go to in a few moments. won't be able to join you in voice
[12:48:19 PM] Katherine Reschke says: ok well intros are first anyway
[12:48:22 PM] Carol Deckert says: voice presentations are always better - you can get stronger interactions!
[12:48:30 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: yes.
[12:48:31 PM] Katherine Reschke says: ok Karen
[12:48:38 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: will we do this again?
[12:48:41 PM] Ginger Marks says: Karen, ;(
[12:48:53 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I will record it and if Ginger says it is ok I can share the recording with you
[12:48:59 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: don't wait for me...i can join you ...
[12:49:01 PM] Ginger Marks says: learn lots and come back to share some time soon
[12:49:07 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: me, too. I'm a Gemini, I should be able to do both at the same time, eh?
[12:49:11 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: I sure will
[12:49:18 PM] Ginger Marks says: If you record it I can put it in the archive.
[12:49:22 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: just let me know what the number is...please
[12:49:28 PM] Ginger Marks says: :D
[12:49:31 PM] Katherine Reschke says: it will just be a skype call
[12:49:31 PM] Ginger Marks says: Karen
[12:49:33 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: record the class or you record the skype chat?
[12:49:37 PM] Katherine Reschke says: so just shout and I will add you
[12:49:43 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: ok ty kr
[12:49:45 PM] Katherine Reschke says: record the skype call
[12:49:46 PM] Ginger Marks says: this chat
[12:49:51 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: OK
[12:50:22 PM] Ginger Marks says: OK, intros first and then we'll let Katherine have the room.
[12:50:48 PM] Katherine Reschke says: Ginger you will have to come off dnd
[12:50:49 PM] Ginger Marks says: do we need a phone number Katherine?
[12:50:57 PM] Ginger Marks says: dnd?
[12:51:00 PM] Katherine Reschke says: it will put you back on dnd once you answer
[12:51:04 PM] Katherine Reschke says: donotdisturb
[12:51:04 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: do not disturb
[12:51:12 PM] Ginger Marks says: lolol
[12:51:16 PM] Katherine Reschke says: do you have a headset?
[12:51:19 PM] Ginger Marks says: y
[12:51:26 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: #
[12:51:27 PM] Ginger Marks says: mine's on
[12:52:10 PM] Katherine Reschke says: ok do you know how to change your status
[12:52:17 PM] Ginger Marks says: I already have
[12:52:23 PM] Ginger Marks says: didn't it change for you?
[12:52:28 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: it changed here
[12:52:44 PM] Ginger Marks says: Katherine, you are still on dnd
[12:53:27 PM] Karen Stavert: Internet Marketing Mentor, Online Since 1991 says: I can hear all of you. You apparently can not hear me
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[12:54:43 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: kr can you add me please?
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[12:55:41 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: katherine?
[12:56:45 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: ty kr
[12:57:50 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: hi carol
[1:00:12 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: My name is Lael Johnson. I am a creativity coach, writer and beader. URL: www.writerseye.com
[1:00:17 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: www.writerseye.com/blog
[1:00:30 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: I work with women to breakthrough blocks in their creative expression.
[1:02:06 PM] *** Ginger Marks added Xarah to this chat
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[1:02:42 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: I also have a skype room: Journaling for Life-discussion of journal/blog techniques. Please PM fo details or email: info@writerseye.com
[1:03:10 PM] Carol Deckert says: INTRO: My name is Carol Deckert and I am a Networking Maven (Coach)! I certainly do have a passion - about networking. I love networking, read all the books, emails, ebooks and discussion groups that focus on networking (and marketing) and think it is the most awesome way to grow your business. Please feel free to join me in my Skype networking room - http://www.runlancaster.com/skype-room/networking
Referrals are our rainbows and I love to see rainbows!
I am a Networking Coach and I help educate business people (owners and other professionals) how to network effectively and efficiently. I offer one-on-one coaching or group coaching and am available as a speaker for various group online and offline. Please visit my website at http://www.runlancaster.com or at my blog at http://www.runlancaster.com/blog
Currently I run a face-to-face networking group in Lancaster, PA, meeting weekly. We are an exclusive group (we only allow one member per category/profession) and we learn to know all about one another in order to build those critical business relationships. Without relationships, there is no business. Without people there are no relationships. So building relationships between like-minded people is the best way to get business.
Keep your eyes open for the announcement of the new RUN International – online networking and training membership group opening soon.
I'm married to Larry (a USPS Letter Carrier for 35 years); we have been married since 1989 and together for 2 years before that. Together we have 3 children (all grown) and are loving being empty-nesters! We have 5 awesome grandchildren; Tyler (18); Morgan (14); Ravyn (6); Luke (6) and Shyla (4). Being a grandma is the best title I can have (just don't let that get around too, too much! <g>). Guess I better name the 3 kids, cause without them I wouldn't have those awesome grandkids! Caryn (32) , married to Marc; Jason (31) married to Lisa and Amanda (24), a single mom.
Having said all that, what can I do to help any of you today?
[1:03:17 PM] Ginger Marks says: Way Cool!
[1:03:33 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: ty kr
[1:05:38 PM] Ginger Marks says: Can you hear us Xarah?
[1:05:46 PM] Carol Deckert says: Awesome and generous, Katherine!
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[1:07:07 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: hi judith
[1:07:21 PM] Judith Stephens says: Hi Lael!
[1:08:02 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: :)
[1:09:14 PM] Carol Deckert says: How about a "can-do" attitude - even if you have to learn everything in order to do it!
[1:09:30 PM] Carol Deckert says: Hi Judith!
[1:09:52 PM] Judith Stephens says: Hello all you beautiful peeps!
[1:10:00 PM] Ginger Marks says: hello Judith
[1:10:28 PM] Judith Stephens says: I see many of the usual suspects here. Hi Ginger. It's good to meet you.
[1:11:08 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: kr is working on adding you
[1:11:14 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: both of you
[1:11:41 PM] Judith Stephens says: Yes!
[1:11:43 PM] Carol Deckert says: Judith - can you hear us?
[1:11:50 PM] Judith Stephens says: I'll work on my mic
[1:11:58 PM] Ginger Marks says: k
[1:12:25 PM] Katherine Reschke says: Xarah can you join us in voice
[1:13:02 PM] Katherine Reschke says: do you have a mic?
[1:13:23 PM] Ginger Marks says: yes, I would love a copy of your book Katherine
[1:13:27 PM] Ginger Marks says: when it is ready
[1:20:10 PM] Kathy Poplawski says: I have to leave, talk to you later
[1:20:20 PM] Katherine Reschke says: bye and thanks Kathy
[1:20:23 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: bye K Pop
[1:20:31 PM] *** Ginger Marks added Carrie to this chat
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[1:20:43 PM] Carol Deckert says: Hi Carrie! Welcome!
[1:20:50 PM] Carrie says: Hi
[1:20:52 PM] Carrie says: TY
[1:21:00 PM] Carrie says: Sorry I am late, I had to wrap up a call
[1:22:49 PM] Judith Stephens says: I'm in!
[1:30:09 PM] Judith Stephens says: Katherine ... who is your target audience? The solo-preneur?
[1:31:04 PM] Judith Stephens says: It does not have to take 3-5 years for profit. I've definitely started several businesses that cashed in year one or two.
[1:32:16 PM] Judith Stephens says: A year online IF you have a supportive network of which you're a part.
[1:32:56 PM] Carrie says: Judith those are numbers from the Small Business Association and I do realize that they apply mostly apply to brick and morter, not to virtual
[1:33:33 PM] Judith Stephens says: Yes. but I've always wondered who the SBA counts.
[1:33:42 PM] Judith Stephens says: I can stay on.
[1:33:53 PM] Carrie says: but I do make a point of pointing out that timeline for my clients... mostly to give them the worst case scenario
[1:34:02 PM] Carrie says: so when they do better than that... they are pleased
[1:34:11 PM] Judith Stephens says: OK
[1:34:33 PM] Judith Stephens says: But I don't completely buy those stats.
[1:35:31 PM] Carrie says: the SBA gets there stats from several resources, mostly from the orgainzations that small businesses have to register with as well as tax documentations
[1:36:51 PM] Judith Stephens says: I know the alleged process. I don't buy a lot of the government pronouncements. Color me skeptical. :)
[1:37:02 PM] Carrie says: I can understand that
[1:37:31 PM] Carrie says: but as a marketer, I have to do a lot of research, and they are considered across the board as a reliable resource
[1:38:47 PM] Carol Deckert says: Carrie and Judith - can you please type your introductions into this chat - it will be archived by Ginger so it will be helpful to have your info here! Thanks! :)
[1:39:06 PM] Carrie says: Sure
[1:39:23 PM] Judith Stephens says: Exactly Katherine!
[1:41:06 PM] Carol Deckert says: all those blasted "I made 37,000 in 7 hours and you can too!" too many people fall for those things and don't think about the fact that if they were really doing that much money, why would it be important for them to sell the idea and the "forumulas" to you? They really aren't doing it - and they really just want YOUR money! Their income is dependent on convincing you to give them your money!
[1:41:47 PM] Judith Stephens says: I'm Judith Stephens. I've been self employed since 1981. Prior to that I did the corporate executive thing. I have a MBA in finance and marketing. I've raised over $1 million for my own startup businesses. I do research. Actually, I'm a research junky. I have consulted with numerous businesses over the years ... and my last focus was training corporate boards of directors.
By the way ... I worked for my first computer company in 1968. It was the first arena that women were allowed to do more by secretary.
[1:43:22 PM] Carrie says: I am Carrie Lower, with CL Consulting Services. I am a marketing and small business consultant. I specialize in helping small business owners develop their Business and marketing plans. I also work with Authors and coaches in scheduling Virtual tours
[1:44:59 PM] Carrie says: OMG Judith!!!you have really lived through the evolution of computers!
[1:45:39 PM] Judith Stephens says: LOL. Yes Carrie. It's been amazing.
[1:45:40 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: good for you Judith!!
[1:46:43 PM] Carrie says: Hi Lael!!! (chuckle)(wave)
[1:46:49 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: hiya Carrie:)
[1:46:58 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: (rofl)
[1:47:17 PM] Carrie says: ever feel like we are stalking each other?
[1:47:30 PM] Carrie says: you keep showing up where I am
[1:47:36 PM] Carrie says: :*
[1:47:41 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: i don't use that word* but we do keep following each other...
[1:48:05 PM] Carrie says: at this rate, we may have to share contact information
[1:48:25 PM] Judith Stephens says: Actually, the extent to which you have a support system is a key determinant in whether you'll be successful. Especially for online businesses where you can be isolated from others doing what you're trying to accomplish.
[1:51:45 PM] Judith Stephens says: I recommend Toastmasters too. It's a great network. You learn to speak and do presentations successfully.
[1:52:13 PM] Carrie says: Professional associations are a great idea
[1:52:30 PM] Judith Stephens says: Civic and volunteer associations
[1:52:56 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: involved in the community, have access and connections..
[1:53:09 PM] Judith Stephens says: You learn an amazing amount by volunteering! You meet and network with leaders ... and you learn how to lead and contribute to your city.
[1:54:20 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: <--have been involved in community service in the past very helpful in many ways...
[1:54:24 PM] Judith Stephens says: It is supportive.
[1:54:34 PM] Judith Stephens says: Indeed Lael.
[1:55:28 PM] Judith Stephens says: Katherine ... comparing it to what you learn in a job situation .... working in these volunteer situations spikes your growth by about 5-7 years.
[1:59:42 PM] Carrie says: PDF995 is a free converter
[2:00:57 PM] Carrie says: One thing I always tell my clients....As a Business owner, it is not my job to know everything, it is my job to know where to get all the answers
[2:01:08 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: I agree...
[2:01:27 PM] Judith Stephens says: Absolutely Carrie!
[2:01:51 PM] Judith Stephens says: Don't touch principle
[2:02:03 PM] Judith Stephens says: LOL
[2:02:20 PM] Judith Stephens says: Investments. Use the interest, not your principle investment.
[2:02:39 PM] Judith Stephens says: Especially when people are thinking about using their retirement money to get started.
[2:03:37 PM] Carrie says: I am visual
[2:03:51 PM] Judith Stephens says: Most people no longer have pensions. We're the first generation without defined pension benefits ... which is why making money online is such an opportunity.
[2:03:52 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: APPLAUSE~~~
[2:04:01 PM] Judith Stephens says: APPLAUSE!! Kudos!
[2:04:07 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: (y)(handshake)
[2:04:15 PM] Carrie says: is there a way I can see this so I can see if it triggers anything, even if it is just the list
[2:04:26 PM] Carrie says: (clap)
[2:06:55 PM] Judith Stephens says: Katherine ... how many pages is this eBook. The shorter the better.
[2:07:36 PM] Judith Stephens says: Multiple parts is better than a big one. People don't like to read.
[2:07:39 PM] Carrie says: www.surveymonkey.com there is another one as well I think it is popsurvey.com
[2:07:55 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: surveymonkey.com
[2:08:31 PM] Judith Stephens says: Interactive is great! You can also use your voice. English accents have creditibility.
[2:09:04 PM] Judith Stephens says: That's true!
[2:09:17 PM] Judith Stephens says: That's been the case for decades now.
[2:09:36 PM] Judith Stephens says: Audio acrobat is ... and it's used for ...
[2:10:02 PM] Carrie says: educational programs
[2:10:11 PM] Judith Stephens says: Jenn is awesome!
[2:10:25 PM] Carrie says: if you cant get an English accent...the old Bostonian works as well
[2:10:48 PM] Judith Stephens says: what is a gravatar/
[2:11:25 PM] Judith Stephens says: Wow. Great explanation. I got it!
[2:12:06 PM] Judith Stephens says: All you writers ... get and use digital recorder.
[2:12:16 PM] Carrie says: Ok I crashed my website just adding my skype id
[2:12:36 PM] Carrie says: I am not sure I am up to doing a gravitar
[2:12:51 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: Carrie you can do it later...
[2:12:58 PM] Carrie says: LOL Lael
[2:13:06 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: I want to do mine later...already have a todo list to follow for the day.
[2:13:13 PM] Judith Stephens says: You can do it.
[2:13:17 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: Don't tell KR i said that.
[2:13:22 PM] Carrie says: Yeah I am with you, it will have to happen tomorrow
[2:13:23 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I heard lol
[2:13:30 PM] Katherine Reschke says: its 2 minutes!
[2:13:30 PM] Lael E. Johnson hides in the rafters.
[2:13:53 PM] Carrie says: my to do list is not going to get todone before my 3:00 appointment
[2:13:58 PM] Judith Stephens says: globally recognized avatar.
[2:14:40 PM] Katherine Reschke says: ok but I am going to nag you all!
[2:15:04 PM] Judith Stephens says: Well Done Katherine and everyone! Great brainstorm. I love to brainstorm. It's such an up!
[2:15:07 PM] Carrie says: :P Katherine... how about we set an appt tomorrow and you can talk me through
[2:15:12 PM] Carrie says: ;)
[2:15:32 PM] Katherine Reschke says: sure
[2:15:40 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I can do several of you at the same time
[2:15:51 PM] Katherine Reschke says: but it is DEAD easy I promise
[2:16:04 PM] Judith Stephens says: What are you teaching us? I wanna play!
[2:18:03 PM] Katherine Reschke says: how to do a gravatar
[2:18:32 PM] Katherine Reschke says: also my squidoo lens explains it all http://www.squidoo.com/gravatars
[2:18:36 PM] Lael E. Johnson says: if the timing is right I might want to do that too KR.
[2:19:22 PM] Carrie says: Ok I have to duck out now
[2:19:26 PM] Carrie says: catch everyone later
[2:20:47 PM] Judith Stephens says: Wow. another lens. You DID get a lot done last night. You rock!
[2:21:48 PM] Katherine Reschke says: hahahaha the power of adderall
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[2:27:19 PM] Katherine Reschke says: this is just a temporary room so feel free to leave whenever
[2:27:33 PM] Carol Deckert says: Katherine - did you save a copy of this room history?
[2:27:35 PM] Katherine Reschke says: I will stay so the room stays open for Ginger
[2:28:11 PM] Judith Stephens says: OK. I'm out so I can catch up in the other rooms. Thanks K for inviting me. I enjoyed it.
[2:29:15 PM] Carol Deckert says: bye for now everyone - see you in the other rooms!
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