From the monthly archives:

April 2010

At The Finish Line

April 26, 2010

For the past several years I’ve wondered, “What would happen if you took innovative sales and marketing concepts and integrated them into a mental health paradigm?”
This week, I’m excited to share my findings in a new book I have written titled, Marketing for the Mental Health Professional: An Innovative Guide for Practitioners.  The book discusses [...]

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Why Buy Matching Socks?

April 19, 2010

A therapist approached me the other day saying she was lost in uncertainty.  “I don’t know who I am anymore within the profession,” she said.  My initial response, “Good for you!  You’re one of the lucky ones.”
Now before people start throwing tomatoes my way, let me explain.  I’m well aware that uncertainty is not [...]

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An M & M Tale

April 12, 2010

It was known as Article 126.  The infamous clause found in the touring contract for the 1980’s rock band Van Halen.  It was a textbook case of inflated egos and narcissistic personality disorders run amuck.  Or was it?
Article 126 required all host venues to place a bowl of M & M’s backstage, but with all [...]

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“Toast Rules”

April 5, 2010

Remove barriers, offer solutions and give people permission to buy.
This is an essential maxim all successful businesses adopt and excel at putting into place.  It is also a simple and powerful rule with an important place in our industry.
As I write, I’m reminded of a speech I heard while attending a conference this spring.  Patti [...]

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