Like most people who start a business or launch an entrepreneurial venture, you likely started with a dream or vision of what you hoped to ultimately accomplish. Perhaps you are the accidental entrepreneur who woke up one morning to find that his or her hobby… Continue Reading Impossible Goals And Alternate Realities
Making decisions is a critical part of life, whether you own and operate a small business or you are simply trying to decide what to order in the Chic-fil-A drive-thru. Decision making is inevitable, and for those of us who struggle with snap decisions or… Continue Reading Easier, Better, Faster Decisions For The Indecisive and Time-Pressed
Almost all things are digital now in business–marketing, mail and everything else. It is possible to even hold meetings, interview candidates for employment and close deals through Skype and other means of digital communication. In many ways, this makes life easier. It’s faster and simpler… Continue Reading Business Cards And The Personal Touch–These Things Still Matter
Most people start their own business because they dream of being their own boss and controlling their own career path. These are fantastic reasons to jump into entrepreneurship, but owning a small business does not guarantee your success, nor does it mean that you will… Continue Reading What They Won’t Tell You About Owning A Small Business
Good sales techniques are key to growth in business. You must be able to convince someone that you are offering a product or service that he or she needs, which is not always possible on your first contact with the prospective client or customer. The right follow-up… Continue Reading Is Your Follow-up Scaring Customers Away?
Sole proprietors represent a huge majority of small businesses in America. That means many successful, even widely known business are run by one person—just one. If you have your own business or dream of jumping into an entrepreneurial endeavor someday, you may be a sole… Continue Reading Sole Proprietor? How To Do It All And Not Lose Your Mind.