20 December 2010 ~ 40 Comments

Testimonials Are Critical

Are you really as good as you think you are? Well, who thinks so other than you?

When you’re talking to someone about how you can help their organization, they actually don’t believe you! They are waiting to hear or read how you helped others. That’s why testimonials are CRITICAL to attracting and retaining your clients. Begin today to ask your past clients to describe the problem you solved and the positive outcomes.

Place these testimonials everywhere – on your website, business cards, brochures and etc. Here’s an example of a great testimonial that I received:

“Andrew Morrison is an outstanding business strategist. He offered a simple idea that resulted in thousands of dollars of press and new clients. I recommend him for the entrepreneur interested in learning how to think outside the box and get results.” -Lisa Nicole Bell, Author, Media Personality, Filmmaker, CEO of Inspired Life Media Group (http://www.lisanicolebell.com/)

Notice how Lisa mentioned that I gave her a simple idea that made money! The testimonials that you gather also need to be results-oriented. The key is to have someone from your target audience describe how you helped them solve a problem that you want others to pay for.

I plan to take my own advice and use this post to compile more testimonials.

ATTENTION PAST CLIENTS:  If I have helped you in anyway to make money,  save money or just live a more satisfying life, PLEASE post a comment at the end of this blog.  Remember to include your website.

If you have something bad to say about me …. keep it to yourself  (smile)!

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  • Elke Madler

    “Andrew Morrison with Small Business Camp has made a huge difference in my career, not only by giving me great advice and simple tools to improve my business, but also encouraging words and life lessons that I still to this day apply. I can only highly recommend Andrew Morrison and his knowledge not only to anybody that wants to learn about business but in general wants to learn how to apply simple business rules to your every day life and thinking that WILL positively improve every aspect of your life.” – Elke Madler, Model, Business Owner, CEO of E.T. S. Entertainment

    http://www.StallionModels.com
    http://www.ElkeTheStallion.com

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_SNAGWEQ47CNQLM74ULU5KXI3VA Colajean

    I began a 16 Week Challenge after hearing about it on Facebook in February 2010. I formed a Mastermind group as the moderator and under the guidance of Andrew, I used the strategies to execute my own goals. Through following the steps and the mentoring lead by Andrew Morrison, I executed a successful Sailaway for A Day #1 and raised $35,000.00 and came out with a profit of more than $15,000.00. Now, I am looking for more ventures to assist me as the first challenge did. More Sailway#1 was only the beginning of my dreams. The funds raised are not kept for personal gain but to develop a school for students with academic challenges. Through the guidance of Andrew, I also pursued applications for grants and I got a grand for $20,000.00 I implore those who wish to make a difference, to get the guidance needed as I did and continue to do. Two heads are always better than one, but with my dreams and Andrew’s support, my new ventures will become realities – just my first challenge actualized into awesomeness.
    Colajean Butler
    CMS Learning Centre
    http://www.cmslearningcentre.com
    Nassau, Bahamas

  • Dante Lee

    Testimonials are definitely powerful, as is any viral or word-of-mouth promotion. I like the idea of featuring a testimonial on a business card, especially if you have a well-known client. Either way, it shows potential clients that you are not so new to the game. Great suggestions!

    Dante Lee, author of “Black Business Secrets”
    http://www.BlackBusinessSecrets.com

  • Coco

    Working with Mr. Morrison continues to be a testimony never ending. Not only has Mr. Morrison aided me to productively assess my business strategies more effectively, but has also made it possible for my clients to get the message of my business more clearer which has set me on the paths for greater success. Thank you Mr. Morrison for your ability to assist me in accomplishing my personal and professional goals more efficiently. Your professional acumen is astounding!

    Corrine CoCo Melvin – Artist/Author/Publicist for Authors

    http://www.BookABookParty.comhttp://www.DesignsbyCoco.com

  • Coco
  • http://www.salesnetwork.org David Richardson

    Andrew Morrison is a “designation” consultant for any any new or existing small business owner. He brings high energy and laser focused marketing recommendations to smalll businesses that help them achieve their long term sales & profit objectives.

    David Richardson
    Founder/Executive Director
    National Sales Network
    http://www.salesnetwork.org

  • Cdtehsconsultingllc

    Right now I living my best life and achieving my life goals. I learned from Andrew useful tools to focus on my priorities and eliminate my distractions while serving as a moderator of a mastermind group and participating on last season’s 16wk challenge. I went from an employee to an employer. I have grown my business and I am currently experiencing a new financial and personal stability. My company, CDT EHS Consulting LLC executed a government contract providing safety services for a major construction contractor during the last 16week challenge So far we have billed for accounts receivable in excess of $50K. During the present 16 week challenge our mastermind group model of support is affording our members to experience new individual successes including the publishing of two new books. I have hired new personnel, built my business team based on Andrew’s expert advice, and I have goals to certify my business as a WMBE in order to do more work with the government. I plan to attend Andrew’s next strategic planning seminar on December 22nd, 2010 as CDT EHS Consulting LLC is currently biding to provide repeat safety consulting services to the same company as part of their next multi-million dollar bid on a future government contract. By utilizing Andrew’s business Coaching methods I am focused and positioning myself and my business for several great new future business opportunities in 2011

    I would not have the level confidence I currently possess to showcase my expertise, gifts and talents, if it were not for the business skills I have learned from Andrew Morrison and through small business camp. I have been able to utilize and access a network of professionals, tools and resources through the 16wk challenge network, small business camp network and the personal business coaching of Andrew Morrison that is invaluable.

    I am also a mentor and have been further able to share my calling for Health and Safety with my community because of Andrew’s encouragement. Serving in this capacity has brought me great personal satisfaction and balance.

    I am growing exponentially both personally and in my career. I have planted seeds and I am now preparing for the next harvest. Through a new confidence, focus, hard work, the ability to network and maintain my professional drive for success, business has come to me with out even seeking it.
    Thank you, Coach (Andrew)! Thank you Andrew for using your calling and proven methods for business success to bring out the level of prosperity and calling purposed for me! I recommend his services and methods for seasoned, as well as, budding entrepreneurs.
    Crystal D. Turner
    President and Owner
    CDT EHS Consulting LLC
    http://www.cdtehsconsulting.com
    Safety Consultant and Specialist
    EH&S Is Our “Passion” Serving YOU Professionally and Ethically
    Contact:safety@cdtehsconsulting.com
    Find Us on the Web @: http://www.cdtehsconsulting.com
    Toll Free or Fax:(888) 446-9994
    Email: cdtehsconsultingllc@gmail.com
    Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/in/crystaldturner
    Linked In Company Profile:
    http://www.linkedin.com/companies/cdt-ehs-consulting-llc
    Face Book: http://profile.to/cdtehsconsultingllc/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/SafetyDivaCDTNY

  • http://www.annamjohnson.com Anna

    Working with Andrew has create a new outlook for me. I have become alot more focused, set much better goals, and implemented many great ideas and strategies to help grow my business. I am also alot more productive instead of just “busy. I am very excited about the future of my business as a result of working with Andrew.

  • George

    As a talk show host of an inspirational motivational radio program New Inspiration for the Nation, I am always looking for top talent that delivers results for my audience. Andrew Morrison delivers every time. Whether it’s a soundbite, or longer answer Morrison gives concise entertaining answers that spur listeners to action in his no holds barred, hold you accountable approach. If you want your phones to light up, or keep your listeners or viewers engaged get Andrew Morrison as your next guest today,
    http://www.georgekilpatrick.com

  • http://www.SmallBizLaunch.com Info

    Andrew is a result-driven, take no excuses business mentor who has shown me how to focus my time and position my mastery to attract more people into my funnel and shorten the time it takes for me to convert them from prospect to customer.

    Felicia Davis, Small Busines Mentor, Life Coach, Author and Philanthropist
    http://www.SmallBizLaunch.com
    http://www.JoyfulTransformations.org

  • http://www.privatecomicsent.com Nethia M. Heyward

    I was about to enroll into college for a business degree because I did not understand nor know how to go about marketing my company. Mr. Morrison has been like a professor who I can go to and ask a million questions until I fully comprehend daunting business terms. After following his instructions and attending his events and workshops, my Website is now more “entertaining” for my clients to view and my very first event was a success. Now I honestly feel the connection between COMEDY and BUSINESS because Mr. Morrison keeps it interesting.
    Nethia M. Heyward – Commedian/Educator
    Private Comics Inc.
    http://www.privatecomicsent.com

  • Fortunebiz

    Andrew Morrison is about BUSINESS. Don’t approach this man unless you are SERIOUS about handling your business with mindfulness and integrity. Andrew reminds us through his words and actions that you must live well (SPIRIT, MIND AND BODY) at every level to be effective in business. Andrew is a uniquely gifted business advisor, consultant, brand manager, marketer and motivational speaker. Andrew knows how to get to the heart of every matter with deft questioning, straight talk and pragmatic solutions. Andrew inspired me to STEP UP MY GAME as a consultant. Brother, I thank you for being who you are. Our journey,our friendship and collaborations will continue. Namaste, Andrew!

    Monique Fortuné
    President
    Fortuné & Associates
    Teaching media, public speaking, business communication strategies for personal and collective empowerment
    E-mail: mfortunebiz@gmail.com

  • The Sex CEO

    Andrew Morrison helped me to see that there is more than “just a party” to my business. His insight and marketing know-how is helping me to create new innovative products to gather a new client base.

    Shannel The Sex CEO
    Empowering, Educating, and Entertaining women
    http://www.thesexceo.com

  • http://twitter.com/2andrewmorrison/status/16905686965297152 Andrew Morrison

    New blog post. Testimonials are critical > http://ow.ly/3rMaD

  • http://www.nestalcosmetics.com Robin Walton

    Andrew Morrison is not just a business coach, he is someone who is truly dedicated to helping his clients achieve their goals. He takes it personal. He listens to you and corrects you when he sees you headed down the wrong path, and he lifts your spirits when needed. God bless you Andrew and keep using that great gift that has been given to you, to help others.
    Robin Walton, President & CEO Nestal Cosmetics http://www.nestalcosmetics.com

  • http://twitter.com/appleadaynyc/status/16917075360481281 mroker

    RT @2andrewmorrison: Testimonials Are Critical http://bit.ly/hNS0Xa

  • http://www.thevirtualworkspace.com Jennifer Dixon

    Working with Andrew Morrison has been one of the best things I could’ve done for my business. Andrew continues to provide actionable steps anyone can take to grow their business and by following his lead I’ve been able to significantly increase the number of clients I have and amount of money my business makes.

    Jennifer Dixon, Virtual Assistant
    The Virtual Workspace
    http://www.thevirtualworkspace.com
    704-457-9422

  • http://www.upwardaction.com TC Coleman, Esq.

    Andrew Morrison is a phenomenal business strategist. He is generous with sharing brilliant business generating strategies; and, his tough no nonsense approach leads to results. If you are ready to grow your business RIGHT NOW, Andrew is your coach. If you’d rather talk than take action, don’t waste your time or his time. Working with Andrew has made a measurable difference to my company and our increase in year-end sales. He is the real deal.

    - T.C Coleman, Esq. :: UpwardAction® – A Business Branding & Social Media Agency :: http://www.UpwardAction.com

  • http://twitter.com/cyberjenn/status/16996549972197377 Jennifer A. Dixon

    RT @2andrewmorrison: Testimonials Are Critical http://bit.ly/hNS0Xa

  • Ahijah Mitchell

    Andrew Morrison is a rare visionary breed. Quite simply, he is genius. His sincerest passion is to motivate, inspire, guide and connect men and women to greatness, to their highest level of achievement. I am forever grateful to him for being the motivation, inspiration and support behind Harlem’s first Green Foods Festival. His selfless, transparent approach to coaching and mentoring opened the door to his personal and business contacts. This presented us with strategic media alliances and landed us major corporate sponsorship. He is quite simply, the BEST.

    Ahijah Mitchell
    Social Entrepreneur/
    Green Foods Festival, Founder

  • Hustle U

    Peace Andrew! I finally figured out how to do what you’ve been telling me to do for the last few years. Now I’m getting paid $10,000 for 3 days work and big sponsorships from companies like Target. Best of all, I’m able to teach my members exactly how I did it! Thanks!

    -Hotep, President of http://www.hustleuniversity.org

  • http://www.math1on1.net The Math Lady

    Andrew Morrison’s expert advice helped our company to gain so many clients that we had to secure more help to service them. His advice was to have an event at the end of the 16 week challenge. Our company actually had two events. The first was a Fun, Interactive Math Workshop for 4th -10th graders. The second was a SAT Math Boot Camp for 11th and 12th graders. Due to the generosity of sponsoring individuals and businesses most of the children attended these math events for FREE.
    As a result of these two events, our client base has grown enormously and will continue to grow to infinity.

    Thank you Mr. Morrison!

    Saundra Carter
    “The Math Lady”
    http://www.math1on1.net

  • http://twitter.com/shanoncnelson/status/17269137919188992 Shanon Nelson

    RT @2andrewmorrison: New blog post. Testimonials are critical > http://ow.ly/3rMaD

  • Kim Johnson

    Andrew is the real deal and much more than a business coach. He should be called the Profit Coach! He has an uncanny ability to listen to your pitch, and in minutes and craft a money making idea! I have seen him do it many times and he did it for me! Within 90 days we landed our first big client — The Home Depot and our marketing company had just launched! If you are ready, you will make money. You may not be ready to hear his frank assessment of your idea, but if you are serious you will listen and get busy…I recommend Andrew to anyone who is serious about running a business.

  • http://twitter.com/2andrewmorrison/status/17393901505609728 Andrew Morrison

    Got testimonials? Check out mine. Where's yours? > http://ow.ly/3rTdu

  • Lucinda Cross

    Andrew Morrison’s coaching was instrumental in my self-discovery and personal growth process. I enjoyed his “no nonsense” communication style which made it easy to comprehend new concepts. His motivation and encouragement kept me focused on ONE thing and has resulted to me having National TV exposure, being a best selling author, and Keynote speaker in the Mompreneur industry. Throughout the coaching relationship, he maintained strong belief in my capabilities and untapped potential. I can attest to the benefit of Andrew’s coaching expertise when facing new challenges and adopting new behaviors. He showed me how to brand myself as an expert and become a money magnet”.

    Lucinda Cross, author of Corporate Mom Drop Outs
    http://www.corporatemomdropouts.com

  • Dr Will Moreland

    Andrew is a super inspiration for anyone really ready to move to the next level in life. If you are not serious about success, no need to apply. Listening to Andrew for five minutes will set you on fire to reach your highest potential!!!

    Dr. Will Moreland
    Will Moreland Int’l, LLC

  • http://www.speakingessentials.com Gloria Wadsworth

    Andrew Morrison is a forward-thinker, gifted with “knowledge” that totally eliminates “the box” and promotes success!

    Gloria Wadsworth
    Speaking Essentials INC
    http://www.speakingessentials.com

  • L. Denise Jackson

    Andrew you always keep our minds going and give so much of yourself! That is uncommon with some mentors and coaches but you are a wealth of information, inspiration, and simply fire to ignite and push your clients to go beyond trying. You are one of the best at giving practical ideas and making your clients think about why they are not doing something so simple that will gain them so much. You are a motivator to motivation!

    L. Denise Jackson – Founder, Speaker, Author
    The Professional Green Network
    http://www.professionalgreennetwork.com

  • Anonymous

    I hear you! I know that this critical. How about this Coach: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4C3jIDek0Q

  • Garnet

    I must say that we as entrepreneurs are always confident, and sometimes act indestructible, but when Andrew’s no nonsense approach hit me, i realized that I am overlooking a lot of things like: resources, network, systems and even basic consistencies. I was working hard long hours, but doing the wrong things. Andrew does give me an eye opener, being honest with ourselves is always a wake up call. I have been approaching it all wrong, and “that was the problem.”

  • http://twitter.com/insurancegurugw/status/18685010743660545 Garnet Wilson

    Testimonials Are Critical | Small Business Camp: http://smallbusinesscamp.com/2010/12/testimonials-are-critical/

  • http://www.connercoaching.com Dorethia Conner

    Coaching with Andrew helped me see my business goals in a whole new light. I was able to increase awareness about my business with fresh techniques, thus increasing my bottom line. What impresses me about Andrew is his no-nonsense approach, in addition to the fact that he shows you how to expect GREAT things. Thinking big is truly an understatement!

    Thanks Andrew – I appreciate all your help!

    http://www.connercoaching.com
    Personal Finance and Business Coaching

  • Zellyoproductions

    Thank you Andrew for all of your help.
    Andrew you are such a wonderful person. Andrew you helped me by lighting the fire inside me to finally write my first self help book. You challeged me to write in 30 days and I did. I finished my book in 30 days. I took a year to make sure I did it my way. If it wasn’t for Andrew I would not have finished my book and by writing a book I got recieved alot request for interviews are a result of me writing my first book. The Spirit of Big Boned Women”
    www,zellyoproductions.com
    Yolanda Zellous
    Author,Producer,Actor and Acting Coach.

  • http://memory.helping-us-with.com/officialblog/stress-management/teen-stress-reduced-solid-stress-management-strategies Helping Us With Memory

    Teen Stress Can Be Reduced with Solid Stress Management Strategies…

    I found your entry interesting thus I’ve added a Trackback to it on my weblog :)

  • Derschaun

    Andrew is a true visionary! I consulted him about how to increase our sponsorship dollars for our annual “You Are the Gift” Girls Conference and his suggestions helped us to raise almost $8,000! Not to mention the fact that he donates on a monthly basis to this life-changing event!
    We plan to implement his strategies earlier this year and I’m sure we will see great increase.
    Thanks Andrew!

    Derschaun Sharpley, President and C.E.O. of Helping Individuals Succeed Agency
    http://www.hisagency.org

  • http://Enjoythegoodlife.com Marcia Melendez

    Andrew was the major force behind so many of my personal and business accomplishments that a simple “Thank You” seems insufficient. He coached me to write a book in just two months when I had no intentions of writing a book at that time..it always seemed something I would do one day in the distant future. He gave us a great idea for celebrating our 25th year in business by creating the group “Green Teens At Work” which has provided scholarships for Youth and completed complimentary landscape projects throughout the City. Last but definitely not least…his 16 Week Challenge a couple of years ago was instrumental in the formation of the Mastermind Group my colleagues and I still participate in to this day, and a second Mastermind Group which I recently started for the young adults in my family. Muchos Gracias Andrew!!

    -Marcia Melendez
    FlowerworksFlorist.com and EnjoyTheGoodLife.com

  • http://Enjoythegoodlife.com Marcia Melendez

    Andrew was the major force behind so many of my personal and business accomplishments that a simple “Thank You” seems insufficient. He coached me to write a book in just two months when I had no intentions of writing a book at that time..it always seemed something I would do one day in the distant future. He gave us a great idea for celebrating our 25th year in business by creating the group “Green Teens At Work” which has provided scholarships for Youth and completed complimentary landscape projects throughout the City. Last but definitely not least…his 16 Week Challenge a couple of years ago was instrumental in the formation of the Mastermind Group my colleagues and I still participate in to this day, and a second Mastermind Group which I recently started for the young adults in my family. Muchos Gracias Andrew!!

    -Marcia Melendez
    FlowerworksFlorist.com and EnjoyTheGoodLife.com

  • Janice Johnson

    It was a year ago this time that I realized a MAJOR goal. I published my first book in ebook form. What an amazing accomplishment for me! I spent the past 12 months refining my life and my business into what it has become today. I want to thank YOU, Andrew. For God used you to spearhead this progress…

    I had not fallen off, nor have I forgotten you. I am merely taking the wise advice I received from you…I am focusing on my agenda :-) so that I won’t get caught up in the agenda of others. It was hard for me to make GREAT strides because I was always excited by the next “new” thing and in my pursuits to get things “right” I began to lose focus. Your voice rings loud in my ears on a regular basis, your FB/Twitter posts are reminders of your greatness and your ability to pull the greatness out of others.

    Thank you Andrew Morrison for being YOU and for helping me become a better, more strategic version of me. I look forward to working together this year.

  • http://www.Moruwa.com Janice Johnson

    It was a year ago this time that I realized a MAJOR goal. I published my first book in ebook form. What an amazing accomplishment for me! I spent the past 12 months refining my life and my business into what it has become today. I want to thank YOU, Andrew. For God used you to spearhead this progress…

    I had not fallen off, nor have I forgotten you. I am merely taking the wise advice I received from you…I am focusing on my agenda :-) so that I won’t get caught up in the agenda of others. It was hard for me to make GREAT strides because I was always excited by the next “new” thing and in my pursuits to get things “right” I began to lose focus. Your voice rings loud in my ears on a regular basis, your FB/Twitter posts are reminders of your greatness and your ability to pull the greatness out of others.

    Thank you Andrew Morrison for being YOU and for helping me become a better, more strategic version of me. I look forward to working together this year.

    Janice Johnson
    Ministry Marketing Mentor
    http://www.Moruwa.com

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