Sharon Haver – FocusOnStyle.com

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Make it your business to live your dream…

 

I inadvertently started my blog during my infant son’s nap time back in 1999… before the term ‘blog’ was even popular.

Through it all, I believe…

Your style is your fingerprint in all that you do… it’s how you see the world + how the world perceives you.

 

The blog archives go back to the beginning and are updated regularly.  You’ll find 1,000’s of posts about modern business, branding, positioning, marketing, photos, fashion, style, beauty, lifestyle… and most importantly, how to do anything authentically. Enjoy!

The Blog Posts...

Video + Photo Tips: Your background counts + plus, what’s the ONE word?

The set and setting of how you position yourself in a headshot or video is super important. You don't want your background to distract from you and you certainly want it to instantly convey the right image of who you are. So, you know when I shoot a live video in my hotel room with an unmade bed behind me and a pile of junk that's it to demonstrate how NOT to do this yourself. I shot this right before I left to speak at a live event in North Carolina this weekend. You can watch a livestream of my talk, here. So, what is the one word you want people to think of when they describe you? More Video +

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The Personal Style of Legendary Authors and The Clothes They Wore with Terry Newman [7 Days to Amazing Podcast]

The personal style behind the words of legendary authors... I don't know about you but I find true personal style so fascinating. Not necessarily from a fashion point of view but as an extension of the soul of the person and how it plays with their being. The intrigue of the style message speaks as loudly as the written message, and it is magnified when it is echoed through some of our favorite authors. On this week's episode of the 7 Days to Amazing Podcast, we take a look into the lives of some of the most legendary authors in history and examine how their way of life, personal styles and ways of dressing had an impact on their works of

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Entrepreneur Advice: What to look for when hiring an intern or virtual assistant [Quick Tips Video]

Hire Smart... Time is of the essence when hiring a new intern or virtual assistant. You need to make sure they are a right fit for your and vice versa. One of the biggest mistakes a business owner can make is putting up with an employee that does not match their business culture or work ethic. Here are a few things to look out for and make the hiring process much easier: Whatever system you use, MAKE SURE there is some type of online tracker so you can keep tabs on what work is getting done.. This way you can see how long tasks take, what is actually being accomplished, and areas your new hire may need help on. Also,

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How to build a large facebook community with Leadership Girl Haley Lynn Gray [7 Days to Amazing Podcast]

Diversity, authenticity, entrepreneurship + the power of networking... I don't know about you but I think it's pretty amazing having a large facebook community with over 60,000 members. If any of you have every dreamed about being a leader in your community, you are going to want to listen to Leadership Girl in this week's episode of the 7 Days to Amazing Podcast. Haley Lynn Gray, founder of the Women's Entrepreneur Network joins us with insights on networking, success and the unique fingerprint that exists in every business. By the way, I'm proud to announce that I will be speaking at the Leadership Girl Summit this weekend. For those of you that are  interested, you can learn more about the event

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Having people let you down can really ruin your day… if you let it. [Quick Tips Video]

Having people let you down can really ruin your day… if you let it. It's true that actions speak a thousand words. During my years in business I’ve learned that having people let you down can really ruin your day. What I discovered is that some people cause a lot of stress and discombobulation in their life and business and don't realize how it affects not only themselves but the business of others. If you want to learn how to break the syndrome of letting yourself and others down, watch this video now. FocusOnStyle Quick Tip Videos with Sharon Haver - On the go (unedited, undone, real life) one take, one-minute videos designed to help you elevate your business, life and

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Productivity Tip: The importance of your morning ritual [Quick Tips Video]

Take the time in the morning to start your day off on the right foot... Living in New York City can sometimes gets chaotic. In the mornings, it can be hard to get quiet time with so much going on. Which is why when I'm out in Wyoming, I really have time to reflect and slow things down. If you are looking to get more accomplished during your days, the best place to start is DIRECTLY in the morning. As you wake up and have your coffee, think about what you want to accomplish. Make a mental list of your top 3 actions. Take a walk, meditate, plan, reflect. It's SO important to do this first thing in the morning

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Style Advice: What Size Should You Wear? [Quick Tips Video]

How to find clothes that fit! The trick to finding the best fitting clothes is simply honing in and using your best judgement. When you go shopping, measure with your eyes before looking at labels or heading to the fitting room. Don't box yourself in with clothing sizes. Every brand is different and every size varies. It's just a number on the label. Many women get very skeptical when it comes to clothing size... To the point where they sacrifice comfort and style to stick with "their" size. The bottom line is that you must use your eyes and knowledge of your own body to make the calls when you go shopping. It makes all the difference. FocusOnStyle Quick Tip

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Style Advice: How to fake a tan [Quick Tips Video]

Keep the summer look going longer! You don't have to risk sun damage to pull off an amazing tan look. Between skin cancer, fine lines, wrinkles, sunspots and more, tanning out in the sun is just not worth the time and potential health risks. Especially when it's so easy to create a glowing fake tan that looks amazing.  Watch as I explain my own techniques and showcase some of my favorite products to help get you started... Your skin will thank you for it! FocusOnStyle Quick Tip Videos with Sharon Haver - On the go (unedited, undone, real life) one take, one-minute videos designed to help you elevate your business, life and style each day. For the QuickTips Video Library, click

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Applied Authenticity – Women’s Entrepreneur Network Talk with Leadership Girl Haley Lynn Gray

Sometimes knowing how to be authentic in business & life can get confusing. I'm talking about mastering Applied Authenticity on a Facebook Live with Leadership Girl, Haley Lynn Gray founder of the Women's Entrepreneur Network, over 61,000 strong! Behind the scenes of my Wyoming living room too! Applied Authenticity Fake. Real. Applied Authenticity!!! How to do it? Thrilled to be on this livestream talking about Applied Authenticity in your business and brand with Haley Lynn Gray.... and the Women's Entrepreneur Network and....the Leadership Girl community in anticipation of the Leadershipgirl Live Summit!!!! Enjoy! Let's continue this conversation in person! I'll be speaking about "The 7 Second Solution: How to create headshots that position you to get high-level clients" at the

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How to dress comfortably when you work from home [Quick Tips Video]

ow to dress comfortably when you work from home
When you work from home you want to dress comfortably yet still be somewhat polished. It's so easy to fall into the PJ's all day trap but studies show that you will be more productive if you are wearing more professional apparel. The actual style should be aligned and on brand for what you do. I'm not saying wear a suit, and my work from home dress style is pretty casual, verging on a uniform,  but chose pieces that you can easily style up for success. Watch the video for tips... Tips mentioned in the video to dress comfortably when you work from home ... Be Barefoot- I really should say wear comfortable shoes, but although I own about a couple of hundred

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Entrepreneur Advice: How to Manage Tasks When Things Seem Monumental [Quick Tips Video]

Entrepreneur Advice: How To Manage Tasks When Things Seem Monumental [Quick Tips Video]
We all have big, sometimes intimidating tasks in our schedule... It comes with the territory of being a business owner. But what you might not realize is that these tasks can be managed very easily without all the stress... The first thing you should before undertaking a monumental task is BREAK IT DOWN. I like to break it down into 30, 60 or 90 day chunks and create an outline from there. This way I know if I am on track and exactly what step I should be working on at any given time. Make sure to create ACTIONABLE chunks when outlining your project so that you keep on track. You can break out your daily schedule to aim for

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How to Become a Recognized Expert and Expand Your Network with Dorie Clark [7 Days to Amazing Podcast]

Entrepreneurs, it's time to get out of your rabbit hole!  Becoming the go-to recognized expert in your field can be more than a pipe dream if you know how to leverage your brand. On this week's episode of the 7 Days to Amazing Podcast with Sharon Haver, you will learn how to  leverage your network, brand and ideas to become a recognized expert in your industry. Dorie Clark, speaker, author, reinvention expert and personal branding + marketing strategist, joins us for this informative, highly productive episode! Pencil's Up! You're going to take lots of notes, Dorie Clark is a marketing strategy consultant, professional speaker, and frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review. Here are a few of Dorie's tips to leverage your expertise, become

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Beauty, Branding + Business with PR Pro Marie-Laure Fournier [7 Days to Amazing Podcast]

Have an inside look into the world of beauty, PR and Parisian style with Marie-Laure Fournier. The PR Connoisseur Way // Just The Right Touch In Beauty and Business... From dancing on the tables at chic clubs, to sleeping in the corner of her employer's PR office, Marie-Laure arrived in New York City with the French zest for fun and turned her pleasure from "it girl" to "it agency" as founder of her boutique pr company, Fournier Communications. Marie-Laure understands the importance of relationship and just the right touch when it comes to both business and beauty. This European outlook to beauty, branding, and business is not always easy, especially because we have to adjust our cultural mentality. To help us

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