Mad Hookups - May 2015 - The Tarot Lady

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:

Barbara Moore has some fabulous classes lined up for tarot wannabes and creatives. Check out her One-Year Creative Tarot Program and One-Year Novice Tarot Program. Barbara is an amazing teacher – so don’t hesitate to sign right up.

Need more confidence in your tarot skill? I’m going to be teaching a crash-course in tarot at the World Domination Summit as part of their Academies! You don’t have to be registered for WDS – all you have to do is be in Portland in July. Get your ticket here before they are gone: Hack Your World With Tarot.

Shenee Howard knocks it out of the ballpark with this post: 10 Things Internet Marketers Don’t Want You to Know.

Digging this motivational post from Gary Vaynerchuk: Get Off Your Lazy “But”!

Frustrated with SEO? Not sure how the heck it works? Fear SEO no more! Liz Lockard just opened the doors for Your SEO Roadmap – and you’re going to want in. I took this course about a year ago and watched my blog hits rise by 10,000 a month. NOT KIDDING. You can read my story here. This is a must-do for any tarot reader who wants to get more eyes on their site.

Smart stuff from Ambition Ally: 4 Intellectual Property Checklists for Online Business Owners.

Tarot conferences are a marvelous way to up your skills and meet your colleagues. There are a few coming up that you may want to scope out: SF BATS, Denver Tarot Convention, North Star Tarot Conference, and, if you are lucky enough to be in the UK, TABI Tarot Conference!

Speaking of Tarot conferences, the Reader’s Studio has just quietly opened up the back door to register for Reader’s Studio 2016! Get in and you can choose a ten-month payment plan to make it easy on your wallet. I will be there with bells on!

This year, I was one of the keynote speakers at Reader’s Studio 2015. If you missed my presentation, How To Read Tarot Under Any Circumstance, no worries: I have an e-book that I based this presentation on. Get your copy and learn how to remain calm in chaos and how to be a centered reader, even when things go awry or customers push your buttons: How To Read Tarot Under Any Circumstance.

Hiro Boga writes the most beautiful business prose. Get a copy of The World of Your Business Playbook and you’ll be looking at your business with new eyes. Very recommended!

New from Sarah Bray: Gather the People. Learn how to create a business that people care about.

Christiana Gaudet lays down the truth about telling the truth in your tarot readings.

Want to build a press kit? Nubby Twiglet gives you the lowdown on how to make one that rocks!

Have you always wanted to create a workshop or other event? Sarah Von Bargen has killer tips just for you.

Little Red Tarot reviews tarot apps just for you. Hey, you never know when you’ll be stranded without your favorite deck!

I love Benebell Wen – she is a wise tarot reader and business savvy. My favorite combo! Her post 9 Easy Ways to Increase Publicity For Your Professional Tarot Services is a must read for tarot pros.

HOT TIP: the next time one of your peers has a lucky career break or some smashing success, reach out and congratulate them! It’s tempting to sit back and feel bummed out when someone else seems to be doing so much better than you. Get rid of your business envy and instead, celebrate with your peers. This creates community + spreads good vibes. Plus, it’s classy as hell. Be that person who cheers your peers!

Newsletters to read: wondered how I got so smooth for my presentation at Reader’s Studio 2015? I regularly read speech coach Dr. Michelle Mazur’s newsletter! If you want to hit the stage at an event, you want to get her tips delivered to your inbox. It’s my secret lifesaving weapon!

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 Dr. Michelle Mazur (yay!) on how to rock the mic and deliver a flawless presentation. Previous shows are always in the archive.

On my beside reading stack: Archetypes in Branding: A Toolkit for Creatives and Strategists by Margaret Hartwell and Joshua C. Chen.

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. The latest? Business etiquette.

Go on and succeed wildly, hot stepper!

Theresa

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