Sharon Haver – FocusOnStyle.com

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STYLE YOUR SUCCESS, LIVE YOUR DREAM...


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Helping You + Your Business Get Out There!

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...

It’s an App! My favorite productivity hack for taking notes when I’m on the go [Quick Tips Video]

If you're looking for a productivity hack that won't stress you out, you'll love to discover how to "work" without really working... like I am on this super hot Florida day. Sometimes we come up with new ideas or thoughts when we least expect it. Today's Quick Tip shows you how to capture your brilliance even when you're not in "work mode." The Note App on your phone a must- have gamechanger for bringing your Ah-ha ideas into fruition. Try "kinda sorta working" and let me know how it works out for you! FocusOnStyle Quick Tip Videos with Sharon Haver are on the go (unedited, undone, real life) one take, one minute videos designed to help you elevate your business,

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Savvy Business Radio Interview – Style Tips for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners

Savvy Business Radio interview
Business Building Style Tips for entrepreneurs! Listen to my Savvy Business Radio interview with Christina Nitschmann talking about the importance of your visual message as an entrepreneur. Episode Original Broadcasts - May 4, 2017: Live and syndicated on: Savvy Business Radio iHeart Radio Tampa, FL: 102.1 FM and 1630 AM Las Vegas, NV: 1520 AM and 107.1 FM Lancaster, PA: 102.1 FM & 1640 AM Macon, GA: 98.3 FM & 810 AM Boulder, CO: 100.7 FM Milwaukee WI: 104.1 Pittsburgh, PA 107.3 Long Beach, CA. 101.5 FM BlogTalkRadio iTunes Stitcher Spreaker Tunein Soundcloud AMFM247   VIDEO LIBRARY   \\   MORE PRESS

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The Art of the In-Between: Rei Kawakubo / Comme des Garcons at The Costume Institute

What would your life look like if you saw The Art of the In-Between in your every day life? I've been pondering this idea as a metaphor since I saw a sneak peek of the Rei Kawakubo / Comme des Garçons exhibition at The Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art earlier today. The Art of the In-Between is the exhibition name which examines the "in-betweenness' of Kawakubo's collections... meditations of the endless possibilities for creation and re-creation in the disruptive way that expands the norm of "regular" fashion.| The preview was particularly quiet and reflective, as if each guest was pondering the meticulous beauty of inspiration as well as their own personal reflection on how they see art in

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Eyeglass Dont’s: What eyeglasses to wear if you want to not look old [Quick Tips Video]

Eyeglass Don'ts
When it comes to wearing glasses, I'm sure you want to wear eyeglasses that make you look younger or at least glasses that don't make you look old. So, what's with the rimless glasses and farty, dated frames? Here's the thing, the financial expense of a good pair of prescription eyeglasses is actually in the prescription itself and not the frame. So by not modernizing your frame and skimping on style, you are creating an impression of not being particularly up-to-date or relevant in your abilities. By ignoring what your glasses say about you, you are actually making a bolder statement that you really don't care much about detail... not exactly the impression you want to make in your business.

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How to Avoid Information Overload: The best way to process what you learn and conquer overwhelm

How to avoid information overload, conquer overwhelm, and process what you learned... Don't let information overload ruin your learning experience! I recently attended a business development mastermind training retreat where I had first-hand exposure to the feeling of overwhelm that can arise during "intense learning situations". In this Quick Tip video, you will learn how I process a lot of information after an intense learning experience. So, if you find yourself in a situation like this, the best way to let all that good information sink in, process what you learned,  and avoid overwhelm is to take a step back, free your mind, and just relax. Get outdoors and do what you love. It may seem counter-intuitive, but you'll find that

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Video Style Tips for Social Media: How authentic should I look on camera?

Video tips to be real, relevant, and stay on brand... In this video, you will learn if being too much of your authentic self is holding you back on video? So much of our lives is captured on camera these days. As a small business owner, entrepreneur or free-lancer, we tend to broadcast ourselves on a daily basis between Facebook Live, Skype, Youtube, Instagram, etc. Lately, I’ve been getting asked so much about how “authenticity” comes into the picture as we project ourselves online as the face of our business. The answer depends on a few factors. You have to consider the tone of the video. Is it slice of life or business oriented? If it’s slice of life, it’s okay to

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How to write conversational emails

email marketing advice
Email Marketing Style Advice: How To Write An Email That Sounds Like A Conversation We get so many emails every day but the ones we read the most sound like a conversation from a friend and not a sales pitch. So, how do we know how to write better email copy?  How to sound conversational, like you are talking to one person rather than an  e-blast to many? The best email marketing advice I can give is to set your intention that you are writing to one very specific person, as if you were writing to a good friend.  This let’s you keep that one-on-one connection rather than writing a general blast to thousands of people. Also, sometimes, you can

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5 Simple Shifts To Get Your Mojo Back! [Quick Tip Video]

How to Get Your Mojo Back? It's easier than you think. Today's Quick Tip video shares how to get your mojo back and be your #1 so you don't bore yourself to death. As a woman,  you sometimes forget about yourself sometimes. You put the needs of others in front of you....business needs... saying yes to anything, and before you know it, you lose yourself. You don't flourish as you should. So how to actually get your mojo back? In this Quick Tips video, you will learn these 5 simple shifts... 1. Acknowledge it. Make sure you are aware that is happening. 2. Find what inspires you.  Take a couple of minutes every day to go window shopping... to go to a museum or an

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Discount Designer Style Tips- Life secrets for looking great on the cheap(er)

Honestly, this is one of my favorite posts...  Some kid's went to summer camp, I went shopping at discount stores (ok, some trips too)!  I consider myself lucky to have had a mother who from a very early age instilled in me the virtues of looking the best you can with any budget and who taught me how to seek out the best deals. I never (like to) pay full price for anything if there is a saving alternative! For this week's continuing reprise of some of my greatest evergreen material leading up to the 15th anniversary year of FocusOnStyle online, I want to spend this week’s review looking back at how you can get the best deals on great fashion.  Don't forget to tell

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How To Set Your Intention to Look Natural on Video [Quick Tip Video]

Quick tips to feel and look natural on video and make the camera or smartphone your friend. Connecting with your audience either in a live video or recorded  (like my Quick Tips!) is essential for the success of your personal brand. Like it or not, being on camera is part of our lives now, especially if you are an entrepreneur, coach or consultant. Videos are used on not only your website but on  every social media service available... so instead of freaking out learn how to have fun with the camera. In today's Quick Tip, you will learn 5 simple way to look more natural on video. 1.Before you start talking, start thinking about the intention of the message you

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The Imposter Syndrome: How to overcome self-doubt Dr. Valerie Young [7 Days to Amazing Podcast]

This Week:  If you've ever found yourself making excuses for achievements or shrugging off compliments given to you by your peers, get ready for a life-changing discussion about the Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Valerie Young. The latest episode of the 7 Days to Amazing podcast is about finding, understanding and eliminating the psychological barriers preventing women from embracing their full potential.  My guest, Dr. Valerie Young, is a leading expert and keynote speaker on the Imposter Syndrome, the phenomenon of self-sabotage. Dr. Young discusses The Imposter Syndrome, why successful women can see themselves as failures, and the importance of re-framing your mindset when it comes to "playing small". The Imposter Syndrome is the idea that we often times undermine or ignore our

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Joan Juliet Buck: From Vogue Paris Editor in Chief to Living a Life Well Lived [7 Days to Amazing Podcast]

This Week:  A lively conversation with Joan Juliet Buck, from Vogue Paris, to life advice to working from home to the most stylish pants discovered at a Turkish mall. Sitting at the helm of Vogue Paris, particularly as an American, is arguably one of THE most influential jobs in fashion. But sometimes the path you take takes you on strange and unexpected turns. The legendary Joan Juliet Buck gets frank about life even when the life you dream about comes with a cost. You don't need to be a fashionista to enjoy this episode of the 7 Days to Amazing podcast but you just might learn a few tricks of the trade in the process, and they're more down to

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[7 Days to Amazing Podcast] How to interview like a talk show host! Learn the gift of gab with Debbie Nigro

This Week:  Learn how to interview like a talk show host! Sure, nobody wants to be a be a bore or one of those long winded hot air bags. And most of us are not. Or so we think. But when a microphone is in front of you, even the most chatty individual can freeze. And as a business professional, being media savvy is key to success. I asked my friend, the dynamic and funny radio talk show host Debbie Nigro to help anyone sound like a gem when being interviewed or interviewing. These tips are not only great for on air, they make you sound like the most authentic conversationist too. Plus, Debbie shares her no-fault tip to lean

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