https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocksWe all want to advance our careers and grow our businesses and that takes increasing your value in the marketplace. It requires keeping up with the needs of employers and clients alike. It takes the ability to spot opportunity, create opportunity and then know how you can capitalize on it. It takes mastering and practicing Personal EntrepreneurshipTM. Tune in and learn what you need to know, what skills you need to have, how you need to be to Up Your Value in the Marketplace. Whether you own a business or work for someone else, today's workplace requires the same skills. enCopyright Nancy O'Keefe (C/O Blogtalkradio)Fri, 06 Sep 2019 20:30:00 GMTMon, 11 Sep 2017 16:00:00 GMTEntrepreneurBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/7f145f3a-cc59-41ef-bc7e-efccbe47a4bd_when_opportunity_knocks.jpghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocksWe all want to advance our careers and grow our businesses and that takes increasing your value in the marketplace. It requires keeping up with the needs of employers and clients alike. It takes the ability to spot opportunity, create opportunity and then know how you can capitalize on it. It takes mastering and practicing Personal EntrepreneurshipTM. Tune in and learn what you need to know, what skills you need to have, how you need to be to Up Your Value in the Marketplace. Whether you own a business or work for someone else, today's workplace requires the same skills. nokeefe@simplesmallbusinesssolutions.comWhen Opportunity Knockscareer,advancement,business growth,value proposition,usp,unique selling proposition,distinction,opportunity,luck,productivity,prepare,entrepreneur,career womanWhen Opportunity KnocksnoHow to be the person they want to do business with and the employee they want to hireepisodichttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/09/11/finding-and-keeping-great-talent-in-your-small-businessEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/09/11/finding-and-keeping-great-talent-in-your-small-business/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/09/11/finding-and-keeping-great-talent-in-your-small-businessMon, 11 Sep 2017 16:00:00 GMTFinding and Keeping Great Talent In Your Small BusinessIt is hard to find good help, at least that is what small business owners tell me.  The smaller you are, the more difficult the challenge because you don't necessarily have the resources you need in salary range and benefits to compete with larger companies.  But if you start to think differently about your employees and how you do things, you can stack the recruitment deck in your favor.  You can attract and keep top talent.  Tune in and hear how one firm, Rodman CPAs shifted their recruitment by thinking differently.  Jen Minor, Director of Administration at Rodman CPAs shares some of the strategies they have used with great success.  If you would like help implementing these and other innovations in your organization to attract top talent, contact me, Nancy OKeefe at Nancy OKeefe Coaching and let's set up a time to talk about your situation..  www.nancyokeefecoaching.com/contact 01:00:00When Opportunity Knocksnohiring,attracting talent,business,success,entrepreneurshipIt is hard to find good help, at least that is what small business owners tell me. But if you start to think differently about your employees and how you do thhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/07/17/hiring-keeping-good-people-pay-equity-performance-reviews-oh-myEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/07/17/hiring-keeping-good-people-pay-equity-performance-reviews-oh-my/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/07/17/hiring-keeping-good-people-pay-equity-performance-reviews-oh-myMon, 17 Jul 2017 16:00:00 GMTHiring, Keeping Good People, Pay Equity, Performance Reviews Oh My!There is a lot to think about around the people part of your business.  Hiring is difficult, time consuming, expensive.  Then once you bring someone on board, how do you ensure they get a good start?  How do you keep them motivated?  What about pay and performance reviews?  You can engineer your Human Resources Functions even if you don't have an HR Specialist on staff.  Tune in to this episode and hear Denise Noble, Founder of HR Engineers and Senior HR Consultant share tips and important things you should know as a small business owner about HR. 00:56:00When Opportunity Knocksnobusiness,human resources,hiring,employeeLearn how to engineer your Human Resources with HR Engineershttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/05/29/what-is-the-real-meaning-of-diversity-is-your-view-clouding-your-thinkingEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/05/29/what-is-the-real-meaning-of-diversity-is-your-view-clouding-your-thinking/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/05/29/what-is-the-real-meaning-of-diversity-is-your-view-clouding-your-thinkingMon, 29 May 2017 16:00:00 GMTWhat Is The Real Meaning Of Diversity? Is Your View Clouding Your Thinking?It it is true that what we put our focus on is what we get, is this getting in the way of solving the diversity and inclusions issue in America?  Tune in and hear Executive Coach, Nancy OKeefe's take on this topic.  See if the way you are looking at things is setting you up for more of the same instead of the change you want and need in your business and career.  What are you focused on?  It may surprise you that your unconscious judgements are running the show and hampering your success. 00:46:00When Opportunity Knocksnoentrepreneur,business success,diversityWe have struggled with the diversity issue in business for years. Why can't we solve it?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/05/01/do-managers-create-roadblocks-to-employee-motivationEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/05/01/do-managers-create-roadblocks-to-employee-motivation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/05/01/do-managers-create-roadblocks-to-employee-motivationMon, 01 May 2017 16:00:00 GMTDo Managers Create Roadblocks To Employee Motivation?Employee Engagement has been and continues to be a problem for most organizations.  Despite years of trying to solve this problem, we still see statistics that say 70% of the American workforce is not engaged with their work.  What are we missing?  Is there a link between the way we manage and employee motivation that is perpetuating this problem?  Executive Coach Nancy OKeefe thinks so and talks about Management versus Motivation in this episode of When Opportunity Knocks.  Tune in and see what she has to say on this important topic. 00:49:00When Opportunity Knocksnobusiness,management,motivationWhy can't we solve the employee engagement problem?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/03/27/attracting-motivating-and-retaining-high-performing-employeesEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/03/27/attracting-motivating-and-retaining-high-performing-employees/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/03/27/attracting-motivating-and-retaining-high-performing-employeesMon, 27 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMTAttracting, Motivating and Retaining High Performing EmployeesGood help is hard to find, right.  We hear about the shortage of qualified employees but we might want to take a look at our organizations and see whether we have what it takes to attract, motivate and retain those high performing, star employees.  Tune in to this episode and hear Business Consultant Nancy OKeefe, MBA, MS talk about ways to attract, motivate and retain the best employees.  Learn the qualitites of the high performing employee and what they are looking for in organizations they consider joining. 00:30:00When Opportunity Knocksnoemployees,business success,hiring,motivating empoyees,high performanceGood Help Is Hard To Find, Right? Is Your Organization A Great Place To Work?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/03/20/if-you-want-to-attract-and-retain-the-best-employees-employee-happiness-mattersEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/03/20/if-you-want-to-attract-and-retain-the-best-employees-employee-happiness-matters/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/03/20/if-you-want-to-attract-and-retain-the-best-employees-employee-happiness-mattersMon, 20 Mar 2017 16:00:00 GMTIf You Want To Attract and Retain The Best Employees, Employee Happiness MattersEmployee happiness matters.  Studies show it can increase productivity by 12-20%.  But beyond that, if your employees aren't happy it will be difficult to attract and retain the best employees or engage them in the work you do.  Happiness doesn't mean having a ping pong table in the breakroom or snacks in the refridgerator.  Learn what the best motivators are and how to learn what you can do to make your employees happy.  You may be surprised at the answer and how little it might cost to get the result you want and need to power your organization.  Presented by Nancy OKeefe, MBA, MS, Business Consultant and Executive Coach. 00:40:00When Opportunity Knocksnoemployee engagement,hiring,retain employees,business,business successCan't find, hire and keep the best employees? Are Your Employees Happy? It Might Matter More Than You Know.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/02/20/people-power-your-profits-1Entrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/02/20/people-power-your-profits-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2017/02/20/people-power-your-profits-1Mon, 20 Feb 2017 17:00:00 GMTPeople Power Your ProfitsWe have a people problem in business today.  70% of American workers are disengaged at work and it is having a direct impact on our bottom line.  What is the cause and what can we do about it.  Tune in to this episode, the first in a series from host, thought leader and consultant, Nancy OKeefe, MBA, MS, designed to look at this issue and what can be done to improve this picture for employer and employee alike.   00:30:00When Opportunity Knocksnopeople,business success,bottom line,hiring,employeesDo You View Your People As An Asset Or An Expensehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/12/19/the-5-unspoken-reasons-women-dont-get-paid-what-theyre-worthEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/12/19/the-5-unspoken-reasons-women-dont-get-paid-what-theyre-worth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/12/19/the-5-unspoken-reasons-women-dont-get-paid-what-theyre-worthMon, 19 Dec 2016 17:00:00 GMTThe 5 Unspoken Reasons Women Don't Get Paid What They're WorthAre you earning what you want in your business or career?  There could be some good reasons why not and they are reasons no one is talking about.  Tune in to this episode and hear Nancy OKeefe, Business Consultant and Executive Coach discuss the 5 Unspoken Reasons Why Women Can't Earn The Money They Want.  You may be surprised by the reasons and the simple step you can take to do something about it now.  Be sure to stick around until the end as Nancy is offering a free consultation around this issue for her listeners that you don't want to miss. 01:01:00When Opportunity Knocksnoget paid what you are worth,money,career,entrepreneurship,successAre you at the low end of the earnings scale in your business or career? There are some surprise reasons why.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/07/25/why-havent-women-made-more-progress-in-the-workplaceEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/07/25/why-havent-women-made-more-progress-in-the-workplace/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/07/25/why-havent-women-made-more-progress-in-the-workplaceMon, 25 Jul 2016 16:00:00 GMTWhy Haven't Women Made More Progress In The Workplace?Join host and Executive Coach Nancy OKeefe as she explores the issues around women's success in business and the workplace.  We have been talking about this issues for decades.  Listen in to this thought provoking episode and start thinking about what can be done to help women make more progress in business and their careers.  This episode is the first in a series of 4 episodes that will explore this question, share women's experiences and discuss what needs to be done about it.   00:40:00When Opportunity KnocksnoWomen,glass ceiling,equality,business success,skillsThe glass ceiling, the gender wage gap, the lack of opportunity for women. . . problems or symptoms?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/06/13/hiring-firing-retaining-good-employees-and-other-human-resources-issuesEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/06/13/hiring-firing-retaining-good-employees-and-other-human-resources-issues/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/06/13/hiring-firing-retaining-good-employees-and-other-human-resources-issuesMon, 13 Jun 2016 16:00:00 GMTHiring, Firing, Retaining Good Employees And Other Human Resources IssuesJoin in and hear international Human Resources Consultant and experienced Lawyer, Megan Taylor of Taylor HR Group,  talk about the key issues that face small business owners when it comes to employees.  The HR function, compliance with laws both Federal and State is a complicated subject and you don't want to make a mistake here that can result in fines.  We talk about hiring, onboarding, benefits, performance reviews, termination and harrassment/discrimination.  Tune in and learn how to keep abreast of changes. 01:02:00When Opportunity KnocksnoHuman Resources,small business,hiring,Firing an employeeThe key things you need to know about the Human Resources Functions in Your Small Businesshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/05/02/how-to-hire-the-right-person-for-any-positionEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/05/02/how-to-hire-the-right-person-for-any-position/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/05/02/how-to-hire-the-right-person-for-any-positionMon, 02 May 2016 16:00:00 GMTHow To Hire The Right Person For Any Positiontune in to this mini workshop and learn what to look for to hire the right person for any position. Hiring is a skill that needs to be leaned and practiced.  Get some sound tips to improve your hiring skills in this episode with Executive Coach Nancy OKeefe 00:01:00When Opportunity Knocksnohiring,building a teamHiring is time consuming and expensive. You can't afford to make a mistakehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/02/01/how-to-hire-the-right-person-for-any-position-with-nancy-okeefeEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/02/01/how-to-hire-the-right-person-for-any-position-with-nancy-okeefe/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/02/01/how-to-hire-the-right-person-for-any-position-with-nancy-okeefeMon, 01 Feb 2016 17:00:00 GMTHow To Hire The Right Person For Any Position with Nancy OKeefeHiring is a skill and like any skill it needs to be learned and practiced.  But most small business owners don't hire enough to get the practice.  Tune in to this mini-workshop and gain some insight into the skill of hiring from Executive Coach, Nancy OKeefe.  Learn some strategies and tools you can use to improve your hiring skills and build a team of great people for your business.  Whether you are hiring an employee, an independent contractor, a virtual assistant or an outsourcing partner, the formula is the same.   00:58:00When Opportunity Knocksnobuilding a Team,hiring,Hiring a great team for your business,team,interviewingSmall business owners usually don't hire often, but when they do they have to get it right. Mistakes are costly in time, dollars, even reputation.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/01/18/goals-that-stick--how-to-create-goals-that-you-can-achieveEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/01/18/goals-that-stick--how-to-create-goals-that-you-can-achieve/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/01/18/goals-that-stick--how-to-create-goals-that-you-can-achieveMon, 18 Jan 2016 17:00:00 GMTGoals That Stick - How To Create Goals That You Can AchieveIt is goal setting time: the beginning of a year, the beginning of a quarter, the beginning of a month.  How many times have you set a goal and never reached it?  Have you ever set a goal and completely forgot about it until your reread some notes or went back some number of pages in your journal?  Why is it that we have good intentions and then they just slip away from us.  What makes our goals unachieveable?  Tune in to this episode, done as a mini workshop and learn how to create goals that stick.  Presented by Nancy OKeefe, Business Coach.   00:47:00When Opportunity Knocksnogoals,goal setting,Entrepreneur,business owners,achieving goalsMini Workshop - Do you make goals that are too easily forgotten or never reached?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/01/11/mini-workshop--advance-your-career-your-business-be-a-personal-entrepreneurEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/01/11/mini-workshop--advance-your-career-your-business-be-a-personal-entrepreneur/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2016/01/11/mini-workshop--advance-your-career-your-business-be-a-personal-entrepreneurMon, 11 Jan 2016 17:00:00 GMTMini Workshop - Advance Your Career & Your Business: Be A Personal Entrepreneur The world is changing rapidly and in order to keep pace we need to watch the horizon for changes and be nimble to respond to any threats that may impact our ability to earn a living.  Even if you are already a business owner, you need to practice Personal Entrepreneurship.  Learn what it is all about in this mini workshop.  Take stock of yourself to see if you are sabotaging your efforts.  You may be surprised at how often you are without even knowing it. 01:00:00When Opportunity KnocksnoCareer,business,EntrepreneurThe world is changing rapidly and in order to keep pace we need to watch the horizon for changes and be nimble to respond to any threats that may impact our abhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/10/26/is-your-perspective-hurting-your-ability-to-be-successful-with-casey-kerrEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/10/26/is-your-perspective-hurting-your-ability-to-be-successful-with-casey-kerr/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/10/26/is-your-perspective-hurting-your-ability-to-be-successful-with-casey-kerrMon, 26 Oct 2015 16:00:00 GMTIs Your Perspective Hurting Your Ability to Be Successful? with Casey KerrCoach and Motivational Speaker, Casey Kerr of Find Your Roar, talks about your perspective and how it can hurt you.  Learn which perspectives can be limiting and how to recognize if you are dealing with the negative side of one or more.  That could be holding you back from the success you seek.  The good news is that Casey tells us how you can turn it around and get your perspectives working for you instead of against you.   01:01:00When Opportunity Knocksnomindset,success mindset,successful,change your thoughts,blocksIf you are working hard, doing everything it takes and still can't get the traction you want in your life, could your perspective be to blame?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/10/19/speak-up-stand-out-and-have-a-powerful-presence-with-catherine-johnsEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/10/19/speak-up-stand-out-and-have-a-powerful-presence-with-catherine-johns/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/10/19/speak-up-stand-out-and-have-a-powerful-presence-with-catherine-johnsMon, 19 Oct 2015 16:00:00 GMTSpeak Up, Stand Out and Have A Powerful Presence with Catherine JohnsIs it time for you to step out of the shadows and take your place at the tale or the front of the room? Catherine Johns, professional speaker and author talks about confidence, charisma and how you can cultivate those traits for a more powerful you 00:59:00When Opportunity Knocksnoleadership,communication,confidence,speaking,presenceSimple and Powerful Steps To More Influence, More Impact and More Moneyhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/09/28/effective-communication-a-mini-workshop-with-nancy-okeefeEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/09/28/effective-communication-a-mini-workshop-with-nancy-okeefe/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/09/28/effective-communication-a-mini-workshop-with-nancy-okeefeMon, 28 Sep 2015 16:00:00 GMTEffective Communication, a mini workshop with Nancy OKeefeCommunication is a two way street.  It isn't just what you say, but how it is heard and how well you listen.  This episode is mini workshop on becoming more effective in your communication, a skill that becomes more and more important as you grow your business and climb the career ladder. 01:00:00When Opportunity Knocksnocommunication,listening,speaking,satisfied customers,motivated employeesIf you have trouble being heard, understood or taken seriously, this mini workshop is for you.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/09/07/personal-entrepreneurshipEntrepreneurhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/09/07/personal-entrepreneurship/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/whenopportunityknocks/2015/09/07/personal-entrepreneurshipMon, 07 Sep 2015 16:00:00 GMTPersonal EntrepreneurshipWhether you work for yourself or someone else, you need to think like an entrepreneur.   The world is changing rapidly and in order to keep pace, we have to have our eyes on the horizon watching for the opportunities and the threats that may impact our ability to remain gainfully employed.  Listen in and learn what it means to practice Personal Entrepreneurship and how you might be sabotaging yourself with something as simple as the words you use. 01:00:00When Opportunity Knocksnoentrepreneurship,women in business,women business owners,career advancement,career managementEveryone needs to think like an entrepreneur whether business owner or career professional. Find out what skills and strategies you need to succeed today.