Sharon Haver - FocusOnStyle.com quick tip posts

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

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

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

We all have stressful days. It’s just a fact of life… But business owners and entrepreneurs have it the worst. Being an entrepreneur or business owner, you are faced with a unique set of challenges and deadlines every single day. Which is why you need to be mindful and not let your circumstances get the best of you. The next time you are faced with overwhelm and stress, remember to take a deep breath, clear your head, and stay in the moment. Everything turns out fine in the end as long as you are healthy and maintain a peaceful mindset! Here are some more pointers to help you keep calm and avoid those stressful days: Stay Organized: Keep a strict

Do you come across as a real expert? As a women entrepreneur, being a thought leader, or someone that people are actually willing to listen to, is critical for the success of your business. Your brand image has to be clear, consistent, and legitimate for you to be recognized as a professional in your expertise. Learn how to be believable in everything that you do and level up your credibility by focusing on your image to attract high-level clients for your business. Also, if you are not sharing your ideas publicly, people will not know what those ideas are… Women entrepreneurs must have constant content creation for their business, and must look the part when delivering that content. It is

It is absolutely critical that you uphold your professional image even if it’s just for show. When your face and brand is being seen you must step into your star power and represent. The show must go on! Both sides have to look the part in order to have a comfortable, enjoyable, and professional experience. Stage interviews, Q&A panels, podcasts, radio interviews, and other live streams all have an audience that came to see a show, so you must show up like you mean it! Being frequently booked for shows, I’ve picked up a few pointers to help other professionals or entrepreneurs with conduct during an interview 1) Smile as if nothing is wrong– if there are times when your

Wowza, wowza, my first hot weather makeup tutorial! It's HOT, let's talk about keeping your makeup in place. Learn how to use makeup in hot or humid weather. Watch this Facebook Live video to learn everything you want to know! Use makeup that compliments the extra shine and little perspiration on a hot day without melting! I have the best products and share with you how to apply them to keep your makeup on when it’s hot outside. Makeup setting is a key factor when considering the weather. Your makeup will no longer drip down your face after reviewing all the tips and tricks in this makeup tutorial. (Hey Speedster, we start talking about beauty tips at 4:15) Here are

If you overwhelmed about your business, or you just don’t know what to focus on in order to run it successfully, you should listen to today’s quick tip. I get plenty of frantically asked questions about the main priorities in business. From what I have experienced, people are freaking out about the wrong things; They put emphasis on needs that should be focused on last. Are you freaking out about the wrong things? There are many aspects of a business to focus on, but it can get stressful when you get caught up in all the unimportant “stuff”. All that stuff that you think you need is not going to do anything for you; It’s all secondary Let’s Focus on

You are never too busy to succeed... Today's quick tip is all about taking that extra step to get to where you truly belong. There are no more excuses! When you have ambition, direction and purpose in life you MUST ALSO have the commitment it takes to reach your goals. It may seem like a lot of effort but if you are standing in your true purpose you will find that an extra push can go a long long way in your success. We all have the same 24 hours in our day, it's how we utilize them that makes the difference in reaching our goals, FocusOnStyle Quick Tip Videos with Sharon Haver are on the go (unedited, undone, real

Why it's important to get unstuck in your business + get your life back! So many otherwise valuable people get stuck in what once was serving them well. They brush off the need to update antiquated ways and not only does the lack of updating hang over their head and makes them feel miserable, but it chips away at how they are perceived in business. And, their bank account shows it. While many people flow with what’s going on in the business world, others are just stuck in the past. The key to having a successful business is to move forward with the market. In this fast-paced online world, you need to present yourself in a way thats up to who

Watch today's video for my Quick Tips on building your personal brand by becoming an influencer. Internet trends change over time and it's critical to stay on top so you are not left behind in the super fast-paced online world. These days, it's CRITICAL to develop your personal brand to be seen as an Influence in your niche. Let me take you back a bit so you can go forward... I started my website, FocusOnStyle.com, back in 1999. The trends for online business and entrepreneurs were a lot different back then. The concept of personal branding was just in its infancy. Back in 1999, when I first I started my website, FocusOnStyle.com, the trends for online business and entrepreneurs were a

Watch today's video for my behind-the-scenes vlogging tips on how I make quick videos on my computer for Youtube and social media-- and why I like recorded videos over livestream. Lately, one of my top frequently asked questions is how I make the Quick Tips videos that I use as content here on FocusOnStyle for video blogging, youtube, and social media videos rather than solely written blog content. I've been asked if I record my one-take videos in clumps, one at a time, on the go, or just when inspiration strikes. The answer is all of the above. That being said, the best way to get your message across is to schedule some time to chunk them out by recording small batches of videos

How you should avoid website shame and why logo, brand or website design shame is killing your business... If you cringe every time you hand out your business card, tell someone your url or apologize for how your visual image is perceived, you want to listen to today's Quick Tips video. Let's face it, every aspect of your visual image speaks volumes before you even get to open your mouth to say something. If you are feeling any type of shame around the aspects of your brand or image, it means you are not living up to your true potential. The cold hard truth is that if you feel this way, not only are you are playing small but you are closing

How do the colors you use in your business visually connect to you and your brand? Join me in this Quick Tips video as I explain the importance of having the right brand colors that are aligned to your business. I'm not going to get all spooky on you but there is a subliminal, hidden meaning of what your brand colors say about you. The colors that you use to represent yourself in your business and online are part of the instant visual message that that you send. Before you have time to say a word, people assume different things about you from the first impression that your brand silently speaks, and sometimes that can even be damaging to how you are

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

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

Productivity Tip: How to keep calm when life get stressful [Quick Tips Video]

Entrepreneur Advice: Are you believable in your expertise? [Quick Tips Video]

Business Tip: Always uphold your brand image, even if it’s just for show [Quick Tips Video]

Hot Weather Makeup Tutorial [LIVE]

Entrepreneur Advice: Stop Freaking Out, Start Prioritizing [Quick Tips Video]

Always make time for what counts [Quick Tips Video]

Are you suffering from website shame? [Quick Tips Video]

The hidden meaning of what your brand colors say about you [Quick Tips Video]

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