How to Turn A Dream Into A Workable Plan

Posted by Alaia Williams
On January 1, 2018

As a small business consultant, it can be difficult to watch the lack of progress of so many promising entrepreneurs and coaches. They’ve dreamed for so long about creating a […]

2018 Day Designer Review – Flagship Edition

Posted by Alaia Williams
On December 31, 2017

In this post, I’m unboxing and reviewing the the 2018 Day Designer.* I credit the Day Designer with getting me back into the habit of using a planner. I purchased […]

2017 Year In Review

Posted by Alaia Williams
On December 26, 2017

This time of year, I’m often preaching to my audience about reflecting on the year before setting goals for the year ahead (or doing a reflection and then tweaking goals […]

4 Tips for Using A Daily Planner Effectively

Posted by Alaia Williams
On December 22, 2017

One of the best ways to become successful is to plan for it. Planning isn’t a one time thing. Its not an annual event either. Planning on a regular basis […]

3 Things to Do When Setting Up A New Planner

Posted by Alaia Williams
On December 20, 2017

Let’s face it – the day we get a new planner is the day we have those most interest in it and excitement around it. But that makes sense – […]

5 Great Reasons to Use A Planner

Posted by Alaia Williams
On December 10, 2017

As a business owner, staying on top of my day-to-day schedule is essential. If something isn’t on my calendar, chances are, it won’t get done. Though technology fills my days […]

Episode 004: How to Choose the Right Planner

Posted by Alaia Williams
On November 27, 2017

Ever had a planner you were really excited about and then, one month in, you stopped using it? We’ve all been there. Just like any other system, if your planner […]

Episode 003: Cultivating A Planning Habit

Posted by Alaia Williams
On November 20, 2017

“A goal without a plan is just a wish.” Many of us have heard this phrase, yet countless small business owners and solopreneurs don’t make time to plan. In this […]

Success Strategies for the Self-Employed – Quickbooks Connect 2017

Posted by Alaia Williams
On November 19, 2017

Last week, I traveled to San Jose to participate in QuickBooks Connect 2017. In addition to a session on time management, I participated in a panel discussion about how to […]

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