Happy Tuesday SMARTY’s Wow…is it really almost 2012?? YES it is! With Thanksgiving this week and Christmas/New Years around the corner many of us get into “nesting” mode…Family functions, holiday parties and DOWN TIME. Enjoy it. Then get ready to hit the ground running strong because SMARTY SD is kicking off the New Year with some Ahh-Mazing Events, speakers and venue locations to get you & your biz geared for success. | |
Sneak Peak: What happens when you mix one part luxury, a cool idea and a highly curated web site? Answer: A super San Diego Entrepreneur with a brilliant business whose innovations have been featured in the WSJ, Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes & more! Stay tuned for details. In the Meantime-check out what the SMARTY Family has brewing in OC: Tuesday December 13th: SMARTY Holiday Paint Party Featuring: Timree Gold | Check This Fun Out! |
For more information about SMARTY please visit http://www.smartypeople.com/ Remember ladeez, “It’s not what you know but who you know.” Priscilla Wood I SMARTY San Diego Leader http://www.smartypeople.com/ I Facebook: SmartySD http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/SmartySD/139228662799353 Twitter: @SmartyPriscilla Email: http://us.mc635.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=Priscilla@SmartyPeople.com | |
Thursday, December 15, 2011
2012 is Near!
Thursday, October 20, 2011
A Tribute To Steve Jobs
Happy Wednesday! Thank you to everyone who attended SMARTY’s last event: “So You Want to Be an Entrepreneur”- What an incredible panel of speakers and venue! Being a community that supports entrepreneurial endeavors, I felt it was very fitting to pay tribute to a true ENTREPRENEUR, visionary and world changer- Steve Jobs. | |
During a Stanford commencement speech in 2005, Jobs emphasized- “You’ve got to find what you love.” Ironically, this was the common thread discussed among all three of our savvy panelists during last month’s event…clearly Jobs was on to something. So cheers to all the World-Changers reading this newsletter for finding your divine creativity and building a business around what you love. Info on our upcoming SMARTY event, featuring a local business owner whose innovations have been featured in the WSJ, Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, Fox News and countless other media mentions, coming soon! | At a GlanceYour SMARTY SD Leaders  SMARTY SD Team Leader Priscilla Wood  SMARTY SD Team Leader Elise Muhawi |
Food For Thought: “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do.” –Steve Jobs 2005 For more information about SMARTY, please visit www.SmartyPeople.com Remember ladies, “It’s not what you know but who you know.” Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders Email us at: Priscilla@SmartyPeople.com and Elise@SmartyPeople.com   | |
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
So You Want to Be an Entrepreneur?
The idea of being your own boss and building wealth around something you love is a compelling force toward the pursuit of entrepreneurship.
But where does it all begin? You’ve got a great idea…so now what? How does one take an idea from the beginning stages of innovation to successful implementation?
Often times the best ideas are the ones we find a million excuses not to pursue...
Well, not this time around. Elise & I are very excited to announce our upcoming SMARTY SD Master Event:
“So You Want to Be an Entrepreneur?” September 22, 2011 at Symbolic Motor Company in La Jolla.
Join us as we get intimate with three local entrepreneurs and find out their “Secret Sauce” to success. Translation: their ability to successfully turn an idea, into a lucrative business.
Food For Thought: “If you want to go somewhere, it is best to find someone who has already been there” –Robert Kiyosaki
Brand YOU
Happy Friday SMARTY SD!
The 4th of July has always been a favorite holiday of mine. While watching the mesmerizing display of fireworks this past Sunday evening, I started thinking about the true meaning of “freedom” as it relates to life, business and fulfilling my dreams and goals in life.
From a business standpoint, creating a life free of the monotonous routines that often accompany being an employee and most notably, creating financial success without the constraints of being in a corporate environment, exemplify my definition of “freedom” However, most importantly, dedicating countless hours, energy and time into an entrepreneurial career that I thoroughly enjoy is what makes me feel the most liberated.
The freedom to call your own shots and be your own boss begins with action. Successful businesses all start with the one simple ingredient: a seed of an idea. The challenging part is growing that seed into fruition. That’s why Elise and I are very excited to announce our upcoming SMARTY SD event!
A key driver to one’s business is personal branding. Whether you are an entrepreneur or an entrepreneurial minded-employee, we are all the CEO of our own personal brand. Elise and I are preparing for our next Master Event, dedicated to “Brand YOU” trust us ladies…you will not want to miss this one. Details to follow soon…
For more information about SMARTY, visit www.SmartyPeople.com
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Food for Thought: The only meaning that things have is the meaning we give them.
Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders
From Harvard MBA to Harvard Cookie Girl
Happy June SMARTY SD!
In lieu of our upcoming SMART conversation on June 1th featuring Harvard Cookie Girl, Bibi Kasrai, I cannot help but think of what I am currently doing to make an impact in our community and in turn, the legacy that I will be remembered by.
Bibi’s business takes an innovative approach to battling the rising epidemic of diabetes amongst our country’s youth by offering afterschool enrichment programs dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of healthy eating and proper nutrition to elementary school students around San Diego County. This Harvard MBA graduate has pioneered a new path, making cooking enjoyable for children while positively impacting the lives of hundreds of minds and bodies each and every day AND she will be remembered for doing just that. The best part of all is that she has been able to take her passion and turn it into a successful business. Her willingness to give to those around her has come back to her ten-fold.
How are you positively impacting those around you? Can you create a business or grow your current business into one that allows you to contribute positively to your community and people around you?
It is amazing how much success I have seen come to those who willingly give back! As Entrepreneurs and business owners, we have an obligation not only to ourselves, but to or communities and sometimes giving back is just the ingredient we need to take us to the next level.
For more information about SMARTY, visit www.SmartyPeople.com
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders
The Will to Succeed
Hello SMARTY SD!
This year has really been a year of major CHANGE for me in ALL aspects of my life- business, personal, relationships…you name it!
Life’s path has unexpected ups and downs. I strive to remember that everything in life happens at the right time for the right reason and its outcome is dependent upon out perception, endurance and patience.
I want to take this time to remind everyone (including myself) that EVERYTHING in life happens for a reason, and it is amazing what one can accomplish in the face of adversity. The beautiful thing about being an Entrepreneur is YOU are truly the creator of your own destiny. There is no challenge that you are not capable of overcoming.
Rise confidently to the occasion, maintain your focus and know that your dream will become a reality. Life is all a matter of perspective so consider that “challenge” as an opportunity to advance forward and remember that your own resolution to succeed starts with action!
Check out & register for our upcoming SMART conversation featuring Bibi Kasrai, owner and founder of La Jolla based Harvard Cookie Girl. Learn how this SMARTY found a way to blend her talent for business with her passion for cooking, transitioning from Harvard MBA to Harvard Cookie Girl. Check out HCG at www.HarvardCookieGirl.com
For more information about SMARTY, visit www.SmartyPeople.com
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders
Keeping Your Focus
Good Afternoon Ladies!
Last night as I was sorting through my 7 different to-do lists, and trying to organize my planner, Outlook Calendar and iPhone calendar, I had an epiphany!!!
I realized I was dedicating hours of my time each day updating my calendars and crossing things off my to-do lists. How ironic is it that the things that are designed to SAVE me time, are actually taking up hours of my time to create, update and maintain?!
Often times we get so caught up in wanting to feel like we have everything planned and are in control that we forget to FOCUS on getting the 1 or 2 things done that are most important. I feel the pain and know how agonizing it is to put all the easy and quick to do’s that you have planned for the day aside and focus on the larger, bigger picture things that NEED to get done. BUT those larger, bigger picture things are what is going to continue to move us toward our major goals. That is where our FOCUS should be each day! What are the most important 1 or 2 things that you need to accomplish today?
For more information about SMARTY, visit www.SmartyPeople.com
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Remember ladies, "It's not what you know but who you know."
Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders
Time for some Inspiration
Hey Everyone, I opened my calendar to schedule a meeting and realized we are very much on our way to summer, which means the goals I've set for my business need to be met over the course of the next two months. Therefore, I need some serious inspiration and tools on my side by next month!
What better ways to gain inspiration then attend the first Master Event for SMARTY San Diego?!
Elise and I look forward to seeing you at:
“The Power (and PROFIT) of Positive Thinking!”
Featuring: Lorna York CEO/Founder
Madison Gallery
Thursday, April 21st at 6:45pm
1020 Prospect, Suite 130 La Jolla CA
Join us this Thursday to get a behind-the-scenes look at how the art world works and how this one-woman show became a multi-zero business. Being proactive and building a business based on an unlimited belief system helped Lorna York to achieve great success.
The words we say to ourselves are extremely powerful-they can create or destroy us. Therefore, it is vitally important that we become more aware of our thought processes and reject self-limiting beliefs. With the proper mind-set and visibility, EVERYONE has the ability to achieve greatness.
For more information about SMARTY please visit www.SmartyPeople.com
Food for thought: Your thoughts are created by your belief system. Success in all areas of life- personal, work, spiritual and relationships is determined predominantly by the power of your beliefs….so think positively!
Remember ladies, “It’s not what you know but who you know.”
Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi
SMARTY San Diego Leaders
The Power (and PROFIT) of Positive Thinking!
Good morning & Happy Spring!
As we prepare to recognize and celebrate Women’s Week in San Diego, I can't help but think of the many talented, successful, and inspiring women that have crossed my path throughout the years.
Some of these women entered my life for only a short period of time, and others continue to play a vital role throughout this journey. The underlying commonality amongst all of these remarkable women is the positive mark their presence left on my life. I have gained great insight from all of their personal life experiences and each one has contributed to my knowledge and success in one way or another
Building and sustaining relationships is key to business growth. SMARTY events provide opportunities to connect with like-minded, Positive-Thinking entrepreneurial women, who live their lives with passion and purpose. Success is inevitable with the proper mind-set and visibility.
A Positive Attitude is infectious. We all want to be around optimistic, uplifting people, and we subconsciously tend to be drawn toward people who make us feel good and happy. So, why not give ourselves a competitve advantage? Attend a great event that allows you to connect with the right people, and be sure to bring your positive attitude!
SMARTY will provide the opportunity to gain insight as to how the power of positive thinking has brought much success, happiness, and PROFIT to our guest speaker, Lorna York.
Hear first-hand how Lorna York, Owner/Founder of Madison Gallery, took an idea and mixed it with positive thought and energy to create a very successful (and profitable) business.
If you would like to attend this event, please register HERE. Enter the word "POSITIVE" in the discount code box to attend this event for free as SMARTY guests.
If you would like to attend this event, please register HERE. Enter the word "POSITIVE" in the discount code box to attend this event for free as SMARTY guests.
To learn more about Lorna and Madison Gallery, please visit: http://www.madisongalleries.com/index.html
Food for thought: Smart people learn from their mistakes. Brilliant people are able to learn vicariously through other peoples mistakes
Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Staying Connected in San Diego
Good morning San Diego Ladies! Last newsletter introduced you to the fabulous world of SMARTY and what you can expect from us in terms of networking and future events. In this newsletter, I hope to touch on the importance of staying connected and keeping your finger on the pulse with whats going on in San Diego and how best to leverage that for your business. |
One of the keys to building my business success has been to become a great connector. Within the SMARTY universe, we don't love the word 'networking' but we love connecting, and we all see it as a necessary and really fulfilling part of being in business. We all need to 'network', but how do you do it efficiently? How do you make it fun? How do you get 100 women into one room and give them interesting stories and information they can take home? You come to a SMARTY event. Network and connect with other business owners, freelancers, entrepreneurial-employees and more. Our upcoming event will give you the opporutnity to do just that! Come hear Madison Gallery Owner, Lorna York, share her entrepreneurial journey and find out how she took an idea and mixed it with some positive thought and energy to create a very successful (and profitable) company. To learn more about Lorna and Madison Gallery, you can visit their website at http://www.madisongalleries.com/index.html For more information about SMARTY, please visit www.SmartyPeople.com Remember ladies, “It’s not what you know but who you know.” Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders Email us at: Priscilla@SmartyPeople.com and Elise@SmartyPeople.com |
Introducing SMARTY San Diego
Hello 2011 Everyone! A fabulous community that serves as a one-stop-shop for entrepreneurial women and women-in-business is about to launch in San Diego and take the city by storm! Founded in 2008 by Amy Swift-Crosby (founding editor-in-chief of Ladies who Launch), SMARTY delivers premium programs and monthly events as a way to inspire and connect entrepreneurial women. SMARTY’s success is based on three essential elements for women: solid foundation/solid practices, support and collaboration from community, and ongoing education and opportunity for expansion. | |
What can you expect from a SMARTY Event? - Highly chic, low-key but high impact events and networking with some of the most recognized and accomplished women in business. Past SMARTY speakers include Candace Nelson (founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes), Jackie Collins, and Ariana Huffington, as well as business celebrities like Dermalogica founder Jane Wurwand, fitness expert Kathy Smith and best-selling author, Libby Gill. Elise and I are proud to be bringing this concept and community to the women of San Diego who embody the SMARTY mission of connecting innovative and exceptional women. Please click here to receive our weekly SMARTYSD newsletter for updates on events, SMART conversations, and incredible networking opportunities throughout San Diego County. | At a GlanceYour SMARTY SD Leaders SMARTY SD Team Leader Priscilla Wood SMARTY SD Team Leader Elise Muhawi |
For more information about SMARTY, please visit http://www.smartypeople.com/ Remember ladies, “It’s not what you know but who you know.” Priscilla Wood & Elise Muhawi I SMARTY San Diego Leaders Email us at: Priscilla@SmartyPeople.com and Elise@SmartyPeople.co | |
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