About Maria Marsala

An irrepressible entrepreneur, Maria Marsala sold AVON at age 14 and landed on Wall Street three years later. She became a bond trader when female executives were as rare as pink diamonds. For 25 years, Maria streamlined Fortune 500 companies, nurtured non-profits, and discovered her niche—mentoring women CEOs and executives. Armed with corporate secrets and life coach credentials, Maria founded Elevating Your Business to help female financial professionals live better using her proprietary brand of consultative-coaching. Contact Maria today and take the first step toward freedom, full-fillment, and a sparkling quality of life!
4 October 2013

Another birthday for me, another gift for my visitors!

2022-08-07T17:41:43-04:00October 4th, 2013|4. Consultative Coaching|0 Comments

Hi Subscribers & Visitors To My Blog Here across from Seattle, heavy sweaters are coming out of hiding as the fall ushers in cooler weather from Mother Nature. There's a part of me that's sad about this--the long days of summer, trips to the beach, and eating food right from the garden--that's just about over. Another part of me is very happy about the month of October, because it means celebrating my birthday--yet again! This milestone always reminds me to say THANK YOU. It's time for the BIG YEARLY thank you for being a subscriber, client, or referrer of my services and products! I also want to encourage you to take the next BIG IMPORTANT STEP

1 October 2013

10 Important Accountability Questions For Financial Advisors To Answer Weekly

2022-08-07T17:41:43-04:00October 1st, 2013|Productivity & Goals|4 Comments

No one goes independent to be more disciplined, but that doesn't mean you don't need just as much focus and accountability (maybe even more) than a J.O.B. requires. The good news is, with a few well-placed habits you won't have to give up your freedom and flexibility. In fact, you'll enjoy your business more, you'll be a better boss to your team, and you'll reap the profits, too. Answer the following ten questions every week to help keep you focused, accountable, and profitable. 1. Where are you prospecting this week and how much time will you spend prospecting? Think about putting yourself in front of large groups of potential ideal clients or conducting follow-up meetings or

26 September 2013

FA Tactical Tip: Perseverance is a Team Sport

2022-08-07T17:41:43-04:00September 26th, 2013|Human Interest Articles|1 Comment

You never have to do life or business alone -- not even if you're a member of the introvert family (like me and thousands of financial advisors )! I bet you recently saw the story of Diana Nyad, world record-holding long-distance swimmer. I was working in the city (Manhattan) when she swam 28 miles around the island in 1975. Since then, I've read about her tries and fails. Now, 38 frig'n years later, on her 5th attempt, at age 62, she swam 110 miles between Cuba and Florida. Amazing! Did you catch the 3 nuggets of advice Diana had for the world as she stood on the beach? "One is, we should never, ever give up.

26 September 2013

Welcome to the Newly Updated Look at “Marketing With Integrity” for Financial Advisors Blog

2022-08-07T17:41:43-04:00September 26th, 2013|To Be Catagorized|0 Comments

Been to this blog, Marketing With Integrity, in the last two months? After many years of the same look, it's been updated. Check out its sleek, new look. What do you think? Add your comments below. What's surprised me the most about this year's update is that the theme I'm using (the basic look of the site) was available at no-cost! I had expected to pay for the new look. View the article I wrote about why I chose the FirmaSite theme here. The FirmaSite theme does come with a slider (pictures, usually with words on them, that slide from one frame to another). I'm not using that features since the search engines don't like it

20 September 2013

Financial Advisor Tips: Is That YOU Out There?

2022-08-07T17:41:44-04:00September 20th, 2013|Speaking|0 Comments

Is That YOU Out There? Just for a moment, think about of the type of people who attend Toastmasters.  These people want to improve their leadership skills, increase their public speaking confidence, and network with others.  Hey, that’s you, too!   Action:  Find a Toastmasters Club near you.  Membership is CHEAP and who knows what the extra rewards to you will be!  http://www.toastmasters.org/MainMenuCategories/WhyJoin.aspx   © 2013 Elevating Your Business. Maria Marsala is a Business Coach to Financial Advisors and former Wall Street Trader. She helps independent and fee-based financial advisors reach their 5-year business and personal goals in 24 months. Maria's been recognized as a thought leader and has been published in Financial Planning Magazine, RIA

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