Mad Hookups - February 2016

Got a tarot business or trying to get one started? Wondering how to maximize your potential without killing yourself (or spending a fortune)? Looking for info that will actually help you elevate your biz? I’ve got the Mad Hookups for tarotpreneurs and aspiring tarot pros. Whether you are new to the game or an old hat, check out my latest recommended posts ‘n classes ‘n tools just for you:

Dreadlock Tarot has been knocking it out of the park lately with some smart tarot business posts such as: Do’s and Don’ts of Business Jealousy.

Sarah Von Bargen is a consistent source of business brilliance: How to create an online space that will totally alter your business and life.

YES to this from The Middle Finger Project: Sometimes in Business, You Need to Do You.

If you had to start your business over again from scratch, what would you do differently? Nathalie Lussier shares what she’d change.

Want to get started on webinars? Amy Porterfield has training for you.

The 3 R’s of Marketing your Tarot Business from Christiana Gaudet. A MUST read!

How to avoid client regret – the 9 specific signs that you should pass on work from Olyvia of Be Delightful Online. <- #3 an #9 especially!

Much of tarot work is helping people. Here’s Danielle LaPorte’s wise take on easing someone’s suffering.

How to do an honest assessment of where you are in your biz from one of my favorite people, Denise Duffield Thomas.

Susan Hyatt doesn’t put up with any guff. She’s a great role model as a woman in business who doesn’t let haters ruin her swerve.

9 Steps to Be a Thought Leader – and Become a Media Darling from PR whiz Susan Harrow.

Fave biz post of the month from Melissa Cassera: The ultimate prize.

Is your business really ready for growth? Racheal Cook shows you what to look for.

Need a website for your tarot biz? Tarot reader + web designer Beth Maiden may be able to help you out.

Did you miss this? Advice from 22 Tarot Pros.

If you want to be a better public speaker, check out Tricia Karp’s post: 30 things nobody tells you about powerful speaking.

Social Media Slant wrote a great post on how to deal with content thieves.

Someone just asked me this “should you use your name as your brand?” I like Christine Tremoulet’s take on why you should.

Jenny Shih on the 4 lies every new business owner tells themselves.

Loving this from Karina Ladet: 5 Powerful Ways to Receive More Support in Your Business.

When your inner critic is a jerk – compassionate techniques from Chris Zydel.

Financial therapist Bari Tessler wrote a great post on money koans. If you struggle with money, this is one to read.

I LOVE this post from Téa Silvestre: Tipping Sacred Marketing Cows. DEFO do not miss this one! (PS Téa will be on Talking Shop this month!)

Shenee Howard breaks down how she fixes her clients sales pages (GREAT tips for you if you’re tarotpreneur who struggles with this).

HOT TIP: Trust your gut when it comes to clients. If you have a feeling that a client isn’t a good fit, don’t ignore that little voice. Remember – you do not have to serve everyone that comes to your door. Feel free to take a pass if they don’t pass your smell test.

Newsletters to read: if you are like most tarotpreneurs, you may struggle with money mindset issues. Enter Denise Duffield Thomas of Lucky Bitch. I never miss her emails! (PS she’s made a huge difference in my ability to manifest.)

Listen up: every month, I’m bringing some highly useful podcasts for mystical business owners with my very fine co-host, Bri Saussy, at Talking Shop. Don’t miss this month – we’re going to be talking with Téa Silvestre on storytelling and intuition for business. Previous shows are always in the archive.

On my beside reading stack: Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown. This book, while not a business book, will inspire you to get out of your comfort zone. Because courage is essential for tarotpreneurs or anyone who runs a business!

Don’t forget: I have sweet little business ebooks just for you. At only $15 a pop, these gems will give your mystical biz a mega boost. Check out the ala carte biz goodness at Professional Mystic’s Guides. Also: you can pick my business brain any time you like with my (inexpensive) and speedy email business mentoring service.

My mega-cool list of Business Resources for Tarotpreneurs and Mystical Entrepreneurs. All for you, my friends.

Go on and succeed wildly, hot stepper!

Theresa

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