Trying to narrow down a list of tips for first-time business owners is like trying to narrow down advice for first-time parents. Almost anything can and will happen during your journey, but these pointers will give you a strong foundation on which to build your flourishing company. 1. Collaborate with...
The phrase "born leader" gets thrown around frequently, and it has led many people to erroneously assume that you either have what it takes to be a great leader or you don't. In actuality, effective leadership is simply a combination of various skills and principles that can be learned and practiced just like...
The days when lone business founders who did everything in secrecy were revered are long gone. Today, not many businesses or entrepreneurs can survive in business let alone succeed without the input of others. New and experienced entrepreneurs alike have to come out of their comfort zone and network with...
Personal relationships are important for entrepreneurs because they provide an outlet separate from the company and can help you avoid burnout. However, they are inherently limited because you can only have so many family members and close friends that you engage with on a frequent basis. Professional networks, however, enable you to connect with...
[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text] Many budding entrepreneurs have dreams of building a Fortune 500 company on their own and becoming a household name on par with Jobs, Gates or Branson. But in reality, the entrepreneurial process is collaborative in nature. An effective co-founder can make it that much easier. Choosing someone to...
Some business champions are born. These days, though, many are made. Lifetime employment with a company followed by retirement with a pension isn’t standard any more. With fewer companies committed to employees for the long haul, more success-driven people are seeking their futures in their own businesses. So, can anyone be a...
Being an entrepreneur can be an exciting and fulfilling experience, but even the most well-seasoned entrepreneur may experience bouts of burn-out when getting their start-up up and running. It is during these rough patches that many entrepreneurs are ready to throw in the towel and may lose sight of...
Harry Chapin’s “Cat’s in the Cradle” may have made more grown men cry than any other song: The story of a father who’s too busy working to spend time with his son cuts to our deepest fears as parents. Even Chapin himself has said that the song scared him to death. If...
Your well-being impacts your bottom line. Don't let yours take a backseat to business. Let's face it: When it comes to building a successful business, everything else seems to take a backseat, regardless of how important it may be. Health and family are often the first to go. We tell...
The prospect of your first solo business trip might seem intimidating. In addition to dealing with the stress of going through airport security and navigating a strange city, you'll be facing any setbacks all by yourself. If you miss a client meeting because you got lost, it will be your responsibility to handle....
