Nicole Fende
Minneapolis, MN
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Nicole Fende is The Numbers Whisperer™ and President of Small Business Finance Forum. As a credentialed actuary with experience as a former Chief Financial Officer, Investment Banker, and successful entrepreneur, Fende helps her clients reach their profit goals and learn how to effectively and enjoyably run the financial side of their business. In her upcoming book, How to be a Finance Rock Star, Nicole shares the same strategies she uses for her profit coaching clients to help them reach multi-platinum profits.
Laura were you snooping in my head again? I play that idea game all the time. It's a compulsion.
Writing things down helps me clear out my brain. Every idea I have seems to include that sense of urgency. Recording it, forcing myself to consider next steps is the perfect way to determine if I'm in love with the shine or the idea itself.
Darth Vader is my favorite villain of all time. I hadn't thought about all the senses, but you're right! Darth Vader didn't try to add neon to his outfit, or reduce the ambient breathing noises....
Next time I need to think consistent brand I'm getting out my Darth Vader Light Saber and channeling his consistency!
Oh Nick, this banana story ROCKS. I will never forget the quote "I'm more cautious about where my big bananas come from now." I'm also very jealous of the Klingon photo bombing. Did he have a bat'leth?
On the more serious side it is a great reminder to avoid word games, over deliver, and be sure you clients not only get what you said they would, they also believe it and are satisfied. For me every time I hear a client laugh while talking numbers I feel like I won the big banana and got the epic picture :)
As Laura's partner in crime I can tell you it's not all batmobiles and skittles. Actually it IS all batmobiles... she never brings the darn thing back. And she calls me Alfred. Alfred! Do I look like an Alfred to you?
Great opening line with the quote from Teddy Roosevelt.“No one cares how much you know, until they know how much you care.” LOVE it.
To quote our fellow word carnie @tsilvestre , you start with a basic recipe (the general process) and then make it your own. No one gets to be super successful just copying someone else. If it really worked that way why don't all the gurus have 1000's who've done it and made millions?
I love, love, love this statement, "Sometimes I startle clients when I tell them I don’t care about the problem. And it’s true, I don’t. . .I care about what they want, and as soon as I can get them back to thinking about that, the sooner they feel resourceful."
That's me to a T. The past is past. Let's dive in and make things positive happen right now!
Sandi way to rock the community gratitude. At first working as an entrepreneur was quite lonely for me, until I built (or got invited into) a really cool virtual village. I'm glad you're part of my village - passing you a virtual cup of coffee and a big smile of thanks.
I'm totally stealing the phrase about Walmart "your benefits suck bunny balls".
Love how you've articulated something I've believed for a long time on a sub-conscious level. We really don't have any true competitors. Each of us offers something unique. That really does drain away the stress and fear, leaving room to become part of a supportive community.
@SHurleyHall Just don't offer them coffee...
I love the idea of a personal welcome to new subscribers. I've got to figure out a way to make that my own.
In regards to the unsubscribes, it's always hard. Intellectually I know they need to go, but I need to learn to celebrate them!
Carol the day we finally get to meet in person I will absolutely ask for live re-enactment!
I'm impressed with everything in your bag, and your resourcefulness. In case it ever happens again (God forbid!) did you look at the ceiling tiles? I would have taken a page from John McClain's book.
Very timely post for me Margie. I've had minimal online time the last two months to address an extended family emergency. While I was worried that I'd "be dead" I realized that if my life is really that transitory I need to be doing something different.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this post Margie. Not letting things go will absolutely weigh you down. I think people believe if they forgive someone that means they also have to trust and let them back in. Sometimes you forgive but take steps to distance yourself from a hurtful or mean spirited person.
I would add one more consideration to all of this. None of us are perfect. Would you want others to never forgive you, or say you've reached the 10 mistake limit?
Hi Margie...
While I can understand what you are saying about the impression of wealth I think much of it is hype, not reality. Think how easy it is to rent a porsche for a day, take a picture in front of it and say you're rich. Even if they do have money today, if they're spending it like water how much will they have next year or in 5 years?
Personally I tend to avoid people who push their own lavish lifestyle online, claiming it takes only a few hours. I have met a variety of people online that claim some success and a comfortable living.
On taking risks - there must be risk to reap a reward. The question is how much of a risk and how certain the outcome. To me that message is more "Don't let fear run your life." Thoughtful risk taking is good business.
@PointA_PointB Wow, that's a huge compliment - thank you! Time is our most precious asset, so it is wise to quantify what we really get for the "freebies".
@darlenecary Yes primary goals and mission will keep you focused in all aspects of your business. Appreciate the comment.
Welcome to the carnival Sandi! I too often heard , “Tone it down, why do you have to rock the boat all the time?” Heck in middle school I staged a protest. Luckily since I did it peacefully and within the rules my parents actually backed me (and no they are not protestor type people). There are days I still struggle, I worry my laugh is too loud. Then I shrug and say to heck with it.
@margieclayman Ah yes, the __________________ is dead debate. LOTS of things have been declared dead when they aren't (I can't help but think of Monty Python / Holy Grail - I'm not dead yet!) Maybe I'm a relic but I still listen to the radio, I still read the WSJ and I still get magazines. I too am amused by the most interesting man in the world commercials. You are spot on. It's all about expectations, there's no silver bullet.
Carol what a spot on post. I would add one other component, the knowledge of how to execute. I work with many people who have great knowledge or ideas, but need help with mapping out the steps necessary to implement.
P.S. I actually cackled at the end of your post.