3. Get outa there! Particularly if you work from home, it's so important to just simply TAKE A BREAK. Turn off computer, hang up phone, shut down fax machine and get outa there! Go for a walk, pet dog, find a baby to play with... do ANYTHING that's completely different than having your nose to grindstone!

It sounds trite, but a change really IS as good as a rest!

4. Do some innovative thinking. Brainstorm some new, creative ways to jump-start your sales. I remember reading somewhere about a guy that was trying really hard to get an appointment with CEO of a big company and not having any luck. Finally, he bought a cheap pair of shoes, put ONE of them in a box and mailed it to CEO with a note that said 'Just trying to get a foot in door.' He got his appointment - AND landed account.

5. Spend some time with someone who loves you 'no matter what.' I know, that sounds pretty 'un-businesslike,' doesn't it? But what better way to reassure yourself that you can't take it personally, and that YOU'RE okay, even if business really stinks right now!

I've tried all of these methods, and every one of them has been successful - after all, I'm still in business!

Another team member that's vitally important is your mentor - and some of us are lucky enough to have more than one. If you don't already have a mentor, I highly recommend finding one - there's nothing like voice of experience to see you through a start-up or growth phase, or even introduction of new products or services.

Employees, if you have them, are key members of your team. Don't ever forget that if you need them, then you couldn't be building your business without them!

Then there's your friends and family members, who most certainly make up a part of your team - sometimes most important part. These are people who, although they may not know your business like you do, know YOU better than anyone. That means they'll know when you need support and encouragement, or when you need a big pat on back for a job well done.

Finally, most important people on your team are your customers or clients. Yes, that's what I said - who else can give you immediate and honest feedback about your service or product and your customer service skills? See them as part of team that's helping you build your business, and you can't go wrong!

Together, ALL of people on your team can make your business successful.