Be Aware of these 5 Common Mistakes

Published: Wed, 02/26/25

Updated: Wed, 02/26/25

Aloha Friends,

This past week has been all about friends, laughter, and sharing my island life. I absolutely love it—even if it shakes up my usual routines (and you know how much I love my routines!). But I have to say, the joy, the incredible food (courtesy of my gourmet chef friend!), and the canasta lessons have been totally worth it.

For my gardening friends this week, when I planted Salvia in between the roses I had no idea they would get this big! Check out on instagram.

Entrepreneurs, Be Aware of these 5 Common Mistakes

Back when networking was strictly an “offline” experience, I remember teaming up with my friend Linda, a real estate agent, to attend events.

We’d drive together, chatting about our ideal clients and practicing our introductions. But once we arrived, we’d split up, each determined to make meaningful connections.

Afterward, we’d regroup to dissect the event—what worked, what we could have said differently, and who we planned to follow up with.

Looking back, those moments weren’t just about networking; they were about sharpening our skills and breaking through the barriers that held us back from attracting the right clients. And the best part? We made networking fun in the process.

Here are 5 common mistakes I notice most people make when introducing themselves and these could be costing you valuable connections and opportunities.

You’re Not Clear. If people look puzzled when you introduce yourself, your message isn’t being heard. When people instantly "get" what you do, they see your value and want to connect.
Your Message is Forgettable. If you say, "I'm a business coach," "I sell skincare," or "I run a wellness business," and people’s eyes glaze over, your message isn’t sparking interest.
You Sound Scripted. If your introduction feels rehearsed and robotic, it won’t engage people. Be aware of your tone and make it natural. You want to build connection and curiosity.
Your Message is way too long. If you mention two businesses or a long drawn out explanation, you risk overwhelming your listener and you lose them.
You’re not smiling. A smile goes a long way and it opens up a pathway where people know you’re feeling confident.

ON YOU TUBE THIS WEEK

You’re going to love my interview with Ashley Mikkelsen, a former teacher, who turned her passion into a thriving business supporting secondary Spanish teachers.

Even if you’re not a teacher, Ashley’s gems of wisdom about being an entrepreneur and how She made the bold decision to step outside her comfort zone and start her own business is great advice is applicable for ALL entrepreneurs.

Be sure to go to my you tube channel and subscribe. CLICK HERE

This week, take an honest look at your introduction. Is it clear? Engaging? Memorable? Authentic? Are you smiling? The way you introduce yourself sets the tone for future opportunities, so make sure it's working for you, not against you.

Have questions? Hit reply and share your biggest challenge.

Until next week,

Gale Bates, Your "BIG BOLD GOALS” Mentor

PS: As we head towards the end of the month, it's time to check in on your goals. I find many people often don’t’ get the results they want when setting their goals, because they simply don’t set the“right” goals. Learn more on 3 Power steps to setting the right goals HERE.

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