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 This
has been a fun week. In addition to preparing for the Flight
Instructors Training next month, we enjoyed a bowling party
with others who office in the same building—the first time
Dave had bowled since the late ‘60s! There were kids of
all ages, from 6 to 70, prizes and yummy food. Everyone had a
huge amount of fun—Paul
Kreins, a Make-it-Flyer, and owner of Bowl-ero
in Lakewood, knows how to throw a terrific party!
We’re privileged to have so many talented people in our
lives!
 We
also attended the Italian Food and
Wine Festival put on each year in the Belmar Center,
where our office is located. Apart from the entertainment and
fabulous Italian food, the crowds were fun—a
“people watching” bonanza!
Hope you’re having fun running your business and taking
time out to make the most of the last days of summer.
Our very best regards,
Dave and Victoria
P.S. We
get requests for referrals almost daily. If you’re not in
the Make-it-Fly online Small
Biz Directory, click
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bird pricing ends this month! Next , we'll add expanded search
capabilities and the option for your clients to include their
recommendations.
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Jonnelle
Leimbach
Seniors ETC
Jonnelle Leimbach’s passion
began at home—her parents’ home. “Our
father had congestive heart failure,” Jonnelle says. It
was her parents’ wish that he stay home until his death.
“Mother was his primary caregiver, and my siblings and I
were the long-distance caregivers. We didn’t realize the
toll this would take on Mother, physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Seven months after Daddy’s death, Mother experienced a massive
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Jonnelle realized that, while
many seniors desire to stay at home during their last days, it
can be difficult for the family caregivers. “At
Seniors ETC, we understand the security and warmth that comes
from being able to remain in your own home,” Jonnelle says.
“We’re dedicated to helping people all over the Denver
metropolitan area remain at home for as long as possible. Whether
it is a short-term need or a long-term concern, we can help set
up a plan to provide clients with the care and comfort they and
their families deserve.”
Jonnelle founded her business in 2004, and in 2006 she was offered
the opportunity to purchase Seniors ETC, one of the largest and
oldest home care companies in the Denver area. Their services
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Companion care for
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Respite care |
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“It is our goal to bring
peace of mind, comfort, support and affordable home care to the
families we serve,” Jonnelle says.
Q: What do you find most fulfilling
about running your business?
JL: What I love
most about this business is the feeling of being able to provide
the daily services that matter most in our clients’ lives,
to know their joy, peace and comfort in being able to stay in
their home close to family and friends. I am an educator at heart
so I love the opportunity to work with our care managers to help
them realize their potential both professionally and personally.
And… after all these years, the opportunity to work with
my brother is very rewarding. We make a great team!!
Q: What motivated you to start
this business?
JL: What motivated
us to start this business was the experience we had with our parents
during their final journey. After Daddy’s death and Mother’s
heart attack, the doctors told us we would be fortunate to have
her with us for two years. We were blessed to have her with us
for seven years. Despite her failed heart and macular degeneration
she continued her active life, publishing three books during this
time.
As Mother began to fail, and we were not able to find help to
stay with her in her home (small rural community in the Midwest),
the only other alternative was the nursing home. Our sister, (who
is an RN), said she would like to take leave of absence from her
job and care for mother at home. This she did 24/7 until Mother’s
death. It was later we began to talk about the need for this service,
and in many ways we feel we are giving back to our parents.
Our backgrounds: Our combined team
skills
Jonnelle: 25 years in commercial marketing
Steve: 25+ years in the insurance industry, currently
a commercial insurance broker
Suzanne: RN: 25+ years in the medical industry
Q: What book has been most helpful
to you in your business?
JL: This is tough…
currently it is The Secret by Rhonda Byrne. This book
is timeless. For me it is an awareness of how our thoughts, actions,
words affect all facets of our lives including our business.The
word of God has had the greatest influence on my life. It’s
my guide, counsel and foundation on my daily journeys.
Q: Who has influenced you most
in your life?
JL: My husband, Alan, has
been and is a wonderfully supportive influence and brings balance
to my life. He has a fantastic, light, fun sense of humor! He’s
also an excellent problem solver and has an uncanny ability to
see situations from unique and helpful perspectives.
Q: What has proved to be your most
successful marketing strategy?
JL: Connecting with people
and staying true to our message.
Q: What have been the greatest
challenges you have had to overcome, or are currently facing,
in your business?
JL: The greatest challenge
for me has been learning to prioritize the many hats of a business
owner, from infrastructure to new business strategies. LEARNING
TO DELEGATE…and at my age, maintaining a healthy energy
level.
Q: How did you benefit/are you
benefiting from participating in a Make-it-Fly®
program?
JL: The greatest benefit
to me about the Make-it-Fly®
Alumni Board is the opportunity to share business ideas and challenges
with some of the most talented, intelligent, creative and authentic
people. This certainly takes the oneness out of small business
entrepreneurship.
Q: What would you say to other
business owners who are contemplating getting involved in a Make-it-Fly®
program?
JL: You
owe it to your business and yourself to get involved with Make-it-Fly®.
I have built great relationships and a team of advisors who are
phenomenal.
Jonnelle Leimbach can be reached
by phone at: 720-529-1211, or visit her website at: www.seniorsetc.com.
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 Dave’s
Networking Tip:
I’ve
attended several events recently that included a meal.
When attending a
lunch or dinner, don’t wait for someone else to
take initiative. Act as if you're the host of the table
and make introductions. Start conversations by asking
questions: why people are there, how did they hear of
the event, what do they hope to gain. But don’t
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 Ten
Tips to Keep You Focused
In a World of Distractions
By Victoria Munro
“The person attempting to travel two roads at once will
get nowhere. The superior person is committed to focus.”
– Mencius (Chinese Philospher)
1. Develop Your Focus Fitness
Our ability to concentrate and focus is like a muscle that is strengthened
through exercise. Jumping from one task to the next is less productive.
In their book TechnoStress: Coping with Technology @Work @Home
@Play, co-authors Drs. Rosen and Weil note that “Multitasking
diminishes your productivity and makes you work harder just to feel
like you are barely keeping up with all your work.”
2. Beware of Subtle Focus Stealers
Worrying thoughts, unrelated to the task at hand, can creep in
and rob your concentration. Suddenly remembering something you
need to do or tell someone can send your thoughts off at a tangent.
Always keep a Conference
Planner or notepad close by. Make a note of your concern and
return promptly to what you were doing.
3. Be Present – It’s
Powerful
Wherever you are and whatever you’re doing, develop a habit
of being very present. Notice the details, think about them –
whether in a document you must study or a visit to a client’s
office. Relish the moment and resist the temptation to let your
thoughts wander.
4. Put on the Blinders
The leather flaps attached to a horse's bridle limit side vision
and help him look forward, keeping potential distractions to a
minimum. When you need to concentrate, eliminate distractions
and background noise such as the radio or TV. Experts tell us
that a part of our brain stays centered on these and lessens our
capacity to focus.
5. Build in Bonuses
Give yourself rewards when you finish a project – something
you will look forward to and enjoy. Make the reward equal to the
difficulty and length of the task – it could be your favorite
iced latte, an hour off to stroll around the park or a week’s
vacation.
6. Make the Most of Your Prime
Time
Know what time of day or night you’re most productive and
creative. Plan to block out hours during this time to focus on
those tough projects that need your best attention.
7. You’re Not Superman!
Running a small business requires you to wear many different hats
and keep many balls in the air – it can feel overwhelming.
Accept the fact that you simply can’t do it all. Be willing
to let some things go and extend deadlines when needed. Take time
first thing in the morning or at the end of the day to review
your situation – see it from 30,000 feet. Make note of and
prioritize your top three tasks for the day ahead, keep the list
where you’ll see it, then work through the tasks in order.
8. Limit Interruptions
Constant interruptions will kill any hope of clear focus. If interruptions
are a normal part of your workday, become proactive and plan ahead
to avoid them. Identify and make plans to eliminate them.
9. Make the Most of Meetings
When planning a meeting, define and focus on the reason for the
event and stick to it. Start and finish on time. Don’t allow
meetings to last longer than necessary – your time and that
of other attendees is valuable.
10. Keep Your Eye on the Carrot
What is your ultimate goal? What does it look like? How clearly
have you defined it? How badly do you want to achieve it? A crystal-clear
long-range goal is like the proverbial carrot on a stick –
the incentive that keeps the horse trotting forward. Without it,
you can easily become distracted and wander off course, and waste
precious time and resources exploring unnecessary side trails
or lose your focus completely. Keep a laser focus on your ultimate
goal.
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Invest in a Professional
Photo
Small business owners sometimes try to
scrimp on photos for their materials and/or website. Your
clients want to be reassured of the quality of your service
or product, and good photography will help to convey a
message of excellence. A snapshot taken by a friend or
spouse against the wall in your living room won’t.
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