If you’re starting a small business or have only been in business a short time, you know it can be tough. In fact, according to research from JP Morgan Chase, “Roughly a third of new businesses exit within their first two years, and half exit within their first five years.” That is a sobering statistic! …
Many people consider being an introvert a huge roadblock for success. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, introverts account for more than a few highly successful people, including: Albert Einstein Bill Gates JK Rowling Warren Buffett Dr. Seuss Barack Obama So if you’re an introvert, you’re in excellent company – and in…
There is no shortage of evidence available that introverts can be highly successful people. In fact, there is already a strong history of introverts who have done just that including myself. I’m in good company which includes former U.S. Presidents, First Ladies, artists, writers (Dr. Seus!), and many prominent business men and women. I have…
There are a lot of really legitimate and understandable reasons why your business has incurred debt. If you’re a solo entrepreneur, you have to do it all on your own. In the beginning, you may have gotten into debt from purchasing inventory, renting space, buying equipment, buying ads, and paying for professional consultants. Or, there…
Productivity and efficiency are essential for successful business owners to make the most of their time during a busy day. No matter how hard you try, you simply cannot do everything yourself when it comes to running your business. Investing in your business not only decreases stress but it makes your business run more smoothly…
Do you know which core steps you need to take to ensure your budding small business is a success? Being an accomplished entrepreneur of course takes a lot of hard work and dedication, but there are a few additional resources you will need to thrive. To save you some headache and hassle, here are a…
Every business owner knows that the holiday season is a busy time, but in order to draw in as many customers as possible, you need to focus on marketing. By laying the groundwork for a successful holiday season with a targeted marketing strategy, you can boost your sales throughout the final months of the year….
Black Friday is right around the corner. Are you thinking about how to cash in on the shopping frenzy? Will your current list be responsive to your holiday promos? If your list is full of prospects that never convert to customers, consider employing these 7 psychological triggers that have been proven to consistently convert leads….
(This week I take a break from writing and welcome back Guest Blogger, Lance Cody-Valdez.) You’ve finally made the decision to move! This is an exciting but also a scary time. After all, even if you’re ready to leave your old life behind, relocating can cost a pretty penny. There are also the costs of…
If the idea of starting your own business sounds appealing to you but you can’t decide what type of company to launch, you’re not alone. Many successful business people are serial entrepreneurs who make an excellent living by discovering fresh opportunities and starting companies. Take some tips on how to decide on the right business…
