Growing up is hard to do. Standing toe-to-toe with the decision about “what you want to do with your life” is more than nerve-wracking – it’s borderline torturous. Just remember that the average American will have 3 different careers in their lifetime, maybe more. Today is the perfect day to begin your journey to find […]
Continue readingPersonal branding is a must for an entrepreneur who wants to really connect with others and build recognition as an expert in a certain field. But establishing a personal brand takes time and can sometimes be confusing. So how can you expand your personal brand in a way that adds value right away? 1. Engage […]
Continue readingIt’s hard enough to entice new readers to visit your blog; it’s even more difficult to keep them coming back for more! Writing valuable and interesting content is definitely the most important component to running a successful blog, but there are other factors to consider as well. Here are seven vital tips to incorporate into […]
Continue readingFinding an untapped niche in this massive worldwide market, at times, seems impossible – especially when you have a specific idea and you keep your head down. Many people are great business owners, but are they missing elements that could make them true entrepreneurs? Yes, you have to make what you love, but not at […]
Continue readingAre you someone who can’t resist the “free” bin at your local used bookstore? Would you love to write a book about your travels, your ideas, or your best recipes? Are you a hard-core bibliophile trying to figure out how eBooks are going to work in your world? If you answered yes to one or […]
Continue readingEntrepreneurs with an online business know that reaching, servicing and satisfying customers is one of the most effective ways to grow their businesses. And the ability to obtain and evaluate customer feedback through online surveys can give savvy business owners a strong competitive edge. The key is to create online surveys that gather relevant information […]
Continue readingWe all know someone who suffers from “Debbie Downer Syndrome.” Maybe it’s the barista at your coffee shop who can’t crack a smile as she begrudgingly makes your daily latte. Or perhaps it’s your uncle Steve, who’s always the first to point out any unfortunate events from the past few months at family gatherings. Although […]
Continue readingChoosing the path to wallow in self-pity and disappointment has never led anyone to achieve their goals. When faced with a tough obstacle in either a personal or professional setting, throwing in the towel the minute a goal seems difficult to achieve or even downright impossible ensures failure 100% of the time. We’ve all heard […]
Continue readingSince I was little, I’ve been told that I could do anything I wanted to do or be anything I wanted to be. Growing up, I always saw my dad working for himself, starting businesses, and taking risks, which instilled in me those same desires. I knew I would own my own business someday – […]
Continue readingA win-win sales process requires both parties to have the right mindset as they start discussing a deal. The relationship will never work if one side is out to “beat” the other in negotiations. If you enter the deal with a selfish mindset, then the sale will be a negative experience for all involved. For […]
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