Feeling the pull from both sides of your small business roles is a common conundrum for entrepreneurs. That’s because at one point or another, you’ll have to choose between leading the way and managing the windstorm. Stop the struggle before it starts, with my 90 second slice for embracing the right role in your small … Continue reading “Which kind of entrepreneur are you: Founder or President?”
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The Importance of Establishing a Digital Free Zone
Technology and The Entrepreneur: a classic drama about Frenemies in the 21st century. While relying on devices helps keep us on-task and in-touch, it also has the power to turn a digital user into a digital abuser. So today we’re going to ditch all the drama with my surprisingly simple small business slice. Less than … Continue reading “The Importance of Establishing a Digital Free Zone”
Why You Should Never Ask to Pick Someone’s Brain
Entrepreneurs share a strong camaraderie—a sort of unspoken solidarity within the small business community. But the commonplace phrase “pick your brain” can transform connecting into begging. And since entrepreneurial etiquette can be a bit confusing, my small business slice clears up the code of conduct for networking with one another. Just a simple lesson in … Continue reading “Why You Should Never Ask to Pick Someone’s Brain”
How to Use Reminders to Regain Focus
Being an entrepreneur takes a whole lot of willpower and drive. But with distractions at our fingertips, technology is turning productivity into a battle to stay focused. And it ain’t fighting fair! So stop the feuding and regain focus in 90 seconds or less, with my short and snappy small business slice. Together we can … Continue reading “How to Use Reminders to Regain Focus”
Why Every Business is a Family Business
Many business owners detach their business from their family. They take a “lone wolf” attitude to work. Yet focused entrepreneurs—balanced entrepreneurs—more closely resemble the family dog. Really. Play along with me for a moment. I’m giving you a 90 second treat on why every small business should be a family business. Now, who’s a good … Continue reading “Why Every Business is a Family Business”