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How to live elegantly on a budget [Quick Tips Video]

Secrets to living a cheap chic and elegant life. I’m often asked how to have a sophisticated, upscale lifestyle without spending a fortune. This really resonates with me as it’s how I grew up. My mom wanted to us to appreciate the aesthetics in life to enjoy art, culture, luxurious living, and designer clothes even when we couldn’t afford it. How we enjoyed the pleasures of an elevated lifestyle within our budget was easy. We didn’t sit home and ruminate about what we could not have but look for ways to live the life we dreamed about on the budget we had. Here are some simple ways to live a cheap chic and elegant life: If you enjoy the theater,

Think like a stylist and learn how to accessorize your outfit in a snap! When you're packing for a business trip, like I was for a speaking engagement, you want to add interesting accessories but don't want to go overboard. Here's my video quick tip to create a pretty pussycat bow from a men's scarf. MORE scarf tips, here. 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, life and style each day. For the QuickTips Video Library, click here. Video Library Binge watch on the FocusOnStyle Video Library. Subscribe in YouTube Don't miss any of my Quick Tip Video. Subscribe in YouTube,

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

Success + style expert videos for women entrepreneurs helping you and your business get out there! Welcome to my video page library with the best of my Youtube how-to videos to help you elevate your life, business and style! Since I've had an online business since 1999, I love to help women entrepreneurs with success strategist tips that take my style expert advice to the next level beyond their fashion but to step into their brand star power with these how to videos. Don't forget to subscribe in YouTube so you'll know when new videos are released. The Videos Focus on Style Quick Tips #FoSQuickTips - Unedited, on-the-go, slice of life shortcuts to elevate your life, business & style each

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

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

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

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

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

As a woman entrepreneur, your first impression is really important as those few seconds become the lasting impression that people remember about you. The way you show up at business events can open up the doors to new deals or leave money on the table. Everything about your look is important - from the way you present yourself, what you wear, your hair, your makeup, your total package. If you want to be perceived as being relevant, as someone who knows what they are doing, you have to get your brand style and image right. Otherwise, no one’s gonna believe you that you can do the things you are claiming you can and that means you are losing money. So

We all have one. So, what's your superpower? If you are at a time in your life for re-invention, you need to get in touch with your inner greatness. Determine what your are good at, what you do best, and what makes you happy. Keep this super power in mind as you begin your next project! You'll be happy you did. So next time you have a business event you have to dress proud, dress tall, look modern and hold your head high. 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, life and style each day. For the QuickTips Video Library,

Today's Quick Tip Video: It is critical stop trying to “Band-Aid” little things together and to start looking at the whole picture for a growth mindset to achieve life, style, and business success. Sure, fixing up the things piece by piece is fine, but it won’t bring you success in the long run. You might be flipping through the fashion magazines looking for the freshest ideas for your hairdo, shoes, dresses, but if you don’t look at a whole picture and get only pieces, you may end up looking funny. The same implies to the business world. It’s great that you know how to craft a perfect email, but if you lack other skills or have ones that don’t always

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How to live elegantly on a budget [Quick Tips Video]

Pussycat Bow, no problem! How to instantly accessorize your outfit and think out of the box! [Quick Tips Video]

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How to write conversational emails

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

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

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

Quick Tip Video: Why showing up in the power of success at a business event matters

Quick Tip Video: What’s your superpower?

Quick Tip Video: Why showing up in the power of success at a business event matters

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Female Entrepreneurs: Helping You & Your Business Get Out There!