Chat Transcript from 11.6.2011 Session

Me:Hello Kirk! I am glad you are here ﷯Kirk_D__Hitchens:Helloo Heather . . .Thanks for the greetingKirk_D__Hitchens:Yes . . . But why cannot I speakKirk_D__Hitchens:can you hear me now ....yesEmily_Barker:Hi! I don't have a headset so I will talk via chate. Me:Hello Everyone! If you have a headset you can visit with us, I will invite you-simply click the allow button on the box that appears. If you don't have a headset, please participate via chat!Donna:Hi All! I'll be communicating via this chat box.Emily_Barker:Kirk-How did you get people to attend your Sugar Blues class? How did you promote it. I am having difficulty getting attendees to my classes. People are just too busy. Any thoughts? Kirk_D__Hitchens:Emily: I worked really Donna:Like Heather, I don't want to work one-on-one either. That's the way I've felt the entire course.Kirk_D__Hitchens:Emily, I work hard to get people there. Both people I knew previouslyIrina:Hi Everyone, I am back on. Heather, can you check on my audio?Me:Irna, you should be able to talk now ﷯Irina:Thanks, Heather!Emily_Barker:I like the individual counseling. I have had great success with my one cliient. I just need to find more! Emily_Barker:I did a group cleanse program with some friends (for free) and they had great results. I am paying them a referral bonus for anyone they refer to me. I had a referral sign on today for the 6 month program. She tried doing the cleanse but it was too overwhelming for her. I see my practice being a mixKirk_D__Hitchens:Emily....That is GreatEmily_Barker:of group and individual counseling. I am focusing right now on networking. I need to find a person to host me to teach classes who can fill the seats with potential clients. Emily_Barker:I also have been focusing on getting some free PR. Two local publications are doing articles on me in January. I asked to have them in the Jan. issues since people are more focused on health at that time of year. I just need to build awareness of who I am and what I do. Emily_Barker:Great idea Kirk!Me:Emily, you are awesome! How did you approach the publicatoins? GREAT IDEA about the referral bonus, too!Donna:Emily, any way we can get you on audio to talk?Emily_Barker:I don't have a headset.Emily_Barker:Good advice. I tend to write too much!Kirk_D__Hitchens:Emily....The awareness peice; I think is HUGE! Tell us more!Emily_Barker:My health coach said pictures are so important. Especially in your newsletter. You will build a relationship with them over time and they will begin to trust you. Donna:I agree about having a picture on the website. When I'm viewing websites, that's the first thing I look for. I want to see who I'm dealing with.Emily_Barker:I emailed editors at local publications and papers and spoke of the benefits of health counseling and a bit about my own personal bio. After sending out to lots of people I had a few bites. I am planning to email the local TV stations as well. I woulc be happy to share if you want to email meKirk_D__Hitchens:YES YES I would love to follow and imitate you in this way, EmilyEmily_Barker:Does your paper do a free article on new businesses? Kirk_D__Hitchens:I am not sure????Emily_Barker:eattothrivehealth@yahoo.com Emily_Barker:I haven't had much luck with doctors. Have you tried chiropractors or other alternative health practitioners for networking?Emily_Barker:Where would you hold these sessions Heather or would it be online?Kirk_D__Hitchens:My doctor said he would help me; but nothing has happen yet. I have callled on Chiros; but no feed~back yetDonna:Heather, what you're describing was explained in Module 21.Donna:I mean 31Me:haha! I haven't listened to that yet-I'll be excited to listen in.Emily_Barker:What is the benefit of a group for a client vs. individual? Cost?Donna:Less cost & support of others in the group would be a benefit.Emily_Barker:Thanks for sharing and clarifying.Emily_Barker:How many clients do each of you have at present? Irina:2Me:2Donna:none. not interested in clients at this point.Irina:I have not been doing any promo or marketing yet. I am yet to network too. Me:http://www.nanowrimo.org/Donna:I love supporting others. I see myself in a Wellness Center setting.Donna:I love to do research and help others.Donna:Hmmmm, more of a support to other Health Coaches. And then see where that leads. I think it is a confidence issue.Donna:Also, I am an organizer and can help with the business aspect/office management.Me:Twila Lefler! Donna:Ah, yes. Thanks.Me:Here is her facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kinnections/207668739299636?sk=wallIrina:Donna, I like your idea. Donna:This has been helpful. I will continue to think about what I want to do with this and have a better answer for you next time! I'm in Tulsa now, but will be back in Seattle next week.Irina:You are welcome Heather! You rock!!!!!Donna:THANK YOU!! You are amazing! xoxoDonna:Bye!!!Kirk_D__Hitchens:Thank You!!!Irina:Bye!