Beyond the Boardroom, July in Review. Article written by Ted Prodromou

Welcome to Beyond the Boardroom - August in Review. 

Each month I will write a summary of my almost-daily emails where I highlight the possibilities and opportunities awaiting those stepping away from corporate life. 

First up: 

Does this sound too good to be true? - September 1 

Does this sound too good to be true? Blog article written by Ted Prodromou

My mother always told me if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 

Read this article, and let me know what you think. 

Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

I'm no Parrothead, but here's to you Jimmy - September 5 

I'm no Parrothead but here's to you Jimmy, blog article written by Ted Prodromou


I enjoyed Jimmy Buffett's music for decades, but I'm no Parrothead. 

Anyway, here's to Jimmy Buffett, the eternal beach bum. 

Read this article for my tribute to Jimmy Buffett. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

The Secret Sauce Behind Jimmy Buffett's Raving Fans - September 6 

The Secret Sauce Behind Jimmy Buffett’s Raving Fans, blog article written by Ted Prodromou


Did Jimmy Buffett pick up a guitar one day with the intention of creating a community of Parrotheads? 

Or did he play music because he loved to play music, which attracted his raving fans? 

Read this article for my thoughts! Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

The sales letter that saved my life - September 7 

The sales letter that saved my life, blog article written by Ted Prodromou

I bet you're wondering how a sales letter could save a life... 

Read this article to find out. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

Your account is on hold - September 8 

Your account is on hold, blog article written by Ted Prodromou

I received an email today, and the subject line was "Your account is on hold". 

My heart stopped. 

My first thought was what did I do wrong? 

Read this article to find out. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

My 9/11 story - September 11 

My 9/11 story, blog article written by Ted Prodromou


Reflecting on 9/11, a day that reshaped our world and touched us all in deeply personal ways. 

We remember, heal, and stand strong, honoring the sacrifices made and the resilience that unites our nation. 

Read this article for my 9/11 story, and I would love to hear your story, too. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

Why I Enjoy Timeshare Sales Pitches (And What You Can Learn) - September 13 

Do you prefer to buy or to be sold to? Blog article written by Ted Prodromou


This is the tale of two timeshares. 

Yes, I’m talking about timeshares again... 

My wife, Ellen, and I have been through at least 30 sales pitches over the years. 

One sales rep even said we could probably sell him a timeshare since we knew all of their tricks! 

Read this article to find out why I enjoy timeshare sales pitches (and what you can learn). Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

How much should you charge for your online course? - September 14 

How much should you charge for your online course? Blog article written by Ted Prodromou

For years, the going rate for an online course was $1997. 

I think you'll like the current trend... 

Read this article for more info. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

You'll get pregnant if you go skiing - September 15 

Why My Mom Warned Me About Skiing and What it Taught Me About Life, blog article written by Ted Prodromou


Many of my beliefs came from my parents. 

For years, I always believed what they told me! 

Read this article to find out what my mom made me believe about skiing and what it taught me about life. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

What To Do When Your Audience Stops Showing Up - September 18 

What To Do When Your Audience Stops Showing Up, blog article written by Ted Prodromou

It's important to keep your finger on the pulse of your audience. 

Who are you attracting? 

Where are they in their entrepreneurial journey? 

Are you offering products and services that meet them where they are? 

Has your audience stopped showing up? 

Read this article to find out what to do. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

10 strategies that work for everyone - September 19 

10 strategies that work for everyone, blog article written by Ted Prodromou

Attracting high-net-worth clients requires targeted marketing efforts, specialized services, exceptional service delivery, and strategic partnerships. 

Read this article for 10 strategies that work for everyone! Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

Why 'Joe and Amy' Are Wrong For Your Business: A Real-World Case Study - September 20 

Why 'Joe and Amy' Are Wrong for Your Business: A Real-World Case Study, blog article written by Ted Prodromou


I wanted to work with successful executives with a lot of money to invest in my training. 

Sounds great, doesn't it? 

Joe and Amy, my ideal clients. 

One problem... 

Read this article to find out. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

It's better to have more than enough than to want for more - September 25 

It's better to have enough than to want for more, blog article written by Ted Prodromou

"It's better to have enough than to want for more." 

This phrase really strikes a chord with me. 

I spend my life always wanting more. 

I'm constantly reading and taking online classes so I can get better. 

I'm always trying to earn more. 

Always trying to learn the next big thing. 

Read this article if you can relate. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

Why I Stopped Adding LinkedIn Connections to My Email List - September 26

Why I Stopped Adding LinkedIn Connections to My Email List, blog article written by Ted Prodromou

It seems like every day I receive an email from a stranger. 

Most of the time this stranger turns out to be a new LinkedIn connection. 

I know when new LinkedIn connections add me to their email list without my permission. 

How do I know? 

Read this article to find out. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

Just what I needed, more Facebook accounts - September 27

Just what I needed, more Facebook accounts, blog article written by Ted Prodromou

Now I can have one profile for my vacations, one family profile, one personal profile, and one profile to follow my favorite sports teams. 

Can you tell how excited I am? 

Read this article for my thoughts on Facebook's latest announcement. Visit my website's blog, or find it on LinkedIn

That's all for this month. 

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- Ted 

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About the author 

Ted Prodromou

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