Hurricane Katrina, Death, and a Different Type of Entrepreneurship
I've seen terrible images today on the television and internet-bodies of the elderly and infants floating in attics, buildings collapsing, seals washing up in the middle of highways. All I can say is that our thoughts go out to those in New Orleans, Gulfport and surrounding areas in this sad... Read More
Corporate Espionage in Franchising
Franchising Trade Journals do not do well, because today with all the industry regulations only about 1800 active franchise actually exist in the US. Down sharply over the past five years. Why? Over-regulation. Now you have a Bank Cooperative, which owns a company that collect data, FranData of Uniform Franchise... Read More
The Entrepreneurs Prayer
As I awaken with the gift of yet another day and prepare for the tasks at hand, I offer up this most ardent prayer:I pray for continued clarity of purpose so that I may hold my vision steady and keep my focus on the needs and success of others, which... Read More
5 Tips to Step Boldly into the World & Set Yourself Apart from Others
"Real champions believe in themselves even when no one else will!" Author UnknownTo take your life and business to a level that makes you ecstatic there is a good chance you will need to step boldly into the world and stand distinctively apart from others. Here are 5 tips to... Read More
Oil Change Guys History; Part II
Franchise companies are not born they are made and when studying the history of franchise companies, it is amazing how similar they really are. To continue this story we are in the height of the Dot Com Bubble with money flowing in Silicon Valley and personal services and labor is... Read More
Are You Sure You Want To Start Your Own Business? Part Two of a Series
Why, exactly, do you want to go into business for yourself? Is it because you cannot stand the thought of working for an uptight, demanding, and perfectly dreadful boss?Is it because you cannot bear the thought of going through another downsizing or restructuring, knowing that your job could be... Read More
Motivation and Commitment
Why do people start small businesses? The most frequently cited motivation for business start-ups is to allow the entrepreneur to achieve independence; money is secondary. Is this surprising? The other reasons named most often are that an opportunity presented itself, a person took over the family business, or the person... Read More
10 Tips for Would-be Entrepreneurs
Every evening as the sun sets beyond the mangroves that line the shore along the western bank of Lake Myakka, Florida, herds of wild deer and wild black pigs come down to the water's edge to drink and slake their thirst.I have seen them up close and it is a... Read More
Documenting Partnerships in Your Business Plan
Forging partnerships to improve market penetration has become commonplace, particularly for "new economy" businesses. And, most companies proudly mention their many partnerships in their business plans.The fact is that, regardless of whom the partnership is with, partnerships by themselves are meaningless. What are meaningful are the terms of the partnership.... Read More
Traits and Skills of Successful Internet Entrepreneurs
There are certain traits and skills that many successful online entrepreneurs have in common. Some mentioned in this article may seem simple, but don't overlook their importance.You may not personally be strong in all areas, but you can get by as long as you can delegate tasks that call for... Read More
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Financial Issues in Business Startup
A primary inhibitor of business start-up is that few people... Read More
Secret Revealed In The Business Code
? Beginners often rush into business without any planning.? Unless... Read More
Business Ideas
Richard Branson, billionaire founder of Virgin Records and Virgin Atlantic... Read More
Top 10 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make Before They Even Start
So you want to start a business. You have an... Read More
Financing Your Business
Anyone who is serious about making some money is already... Read More
Which Niche To Conquer?
I'm sure that you've heard about how many start up... Read More
Do You Have What It Takes To Be An Entrepreneur?
Q: I am interested in starting my own business. I... Read More
Be Where the Pucks Going To Be
The "Great One" said it bestHockey legend Wayne Gretzky, when... Read More
Differentiation ? Smart Marketing Strategies for the Solo Entrepreneur
Are you ever frustrated or hesitant when you talk to... Read More
Learn how to Compress Time
In the popular 1980's movie "Dune," man learned that by... Read More
Entrepreneurship: Insight and Closer Look At The Entrepreneur
Life as an entrepreneur is the American Dream. To be... Read More
The 7 Major Reasons Businesses Fail and How to Overcome Them
This year, over 800,000 of the approximately 2,000,000 start up... Read More
Two Types of Business Plan Executive Summaries
Companies seeking capital often ask how long the Executive Summary... Read More
How A Woman Became A Successful Bill Collector In A Mans Industry And How You Can Too!
I have worked in the credit industry for over 17... Read More
Good Questions, good Answers; Bad Questions, Bad Replies
I'm convinced that asking the right questions is one of... Read More
Identifying the Right Venture Capital Firm Partner
Venture capital firms are comprised of individual partners. These partners... Read More
Delivery Companies Make the Grade
In the United States we have the most efficient delivery... Read More
What Qualities Do Franchisors Need?
When I got into business I wanted to build a... Read More
The 9 Key Distinctions of Successful Solo-Entrepreneurs!
SUCCESSFUL Solo-Entrepreneurs approach life and business from a perspective that... Read More
The Boss is DEAD!
Some of us are born into families with "it", some... Read More
How to Be an Entrepreneur and Keep Your Sanity
Define for yourself what an Entrepreneur is:What makes you think... Read More
The Magic of Float
If you've ever received a service today and paid for... Read More
Create Your Entrepreneur Dream Team
I hear it all the time. "What should I do... Read More
Customers - Why Should They Buy From You?
There are a whole range of reasons why customers buy... Read More
An Entrepreneur and a Life To Be Remembered
I was reminded of my own mortality today. I guess... Read More
The Visionary Entrepreneur
Any success you have in life must begin with a... Read More
Taking Charge and Getting Results: The Choice is Yours
As one of the most successful direct sales entrepreneurs in... Read More
Determine Your Niche & Be Successful
What's a niche?Dictionary.com provides a great, twofold definition:"A situation or... Read More
Lessons Learned from One Entrepreneur on Vioxx
For the past ten-months, I tried every drug from the... Read More
Should You Write Your Own Business Plan?
If you are just starting a company and looking for... Read More
Is Now the Right Time to Become An Entrepreneur?
A number of economic changes are magnifying the role of... Read More
Entrepreneurial Ongoing Education Advice
I would like to give some advice to all the... Read More
Work vs Play: Which is the Better Way to Make Big Money?
If you want to make big money, you have to... Read More
Selecting a Venture
The basic rule is simple: "Find a market need and... Read More
Rambling Confessions of a Recovering Entrepreneur
I told my family that I finally accepted that my... Read More
What Makes an Entrepreneur?
Rupert Steiner in his book 'My First Break' attempted to... Read More
Drive Website Traffic Unconventionally, Force Your Children To Do It
If you believe that every little bit helps then keep... Read More
Evaluating an Opportunity
Business opportunities are often based on broad trends, such as:?... Read More
Business Planning for College Students and First-Time Entrepreneurs
More and more students, both in undergraduate and graduate institutions,... Read More
Enterprising Route is to Go Your Own Way
DON'T talk to me about education for entrepreneurs. They're pouring... Read More
The New Paradigm for Entrepreneurial Success
Entrepreneurship is a great magnet to deliver new ideas, unique... Read More
Top Ten Ways to Increase Your Profitability
1) Go back to basics. Take a couple of steps... Read More
Vendor Relations
Communication is the key to vendor relations. In your small... Read More
Use Your Youth To Your Advantage
You should wait until you're older and have more business... Read More
Seven Key Qualities of Successful Entrepreneurs
A recent poll conducted by Forbes magazine shows that majority... Read More
Business Name - How to Choose One
It's very important to get your business name right. You... Read More
The 9 Key Distinctions of Successful Solo-Entrepreneurs!
SUCCESSFUL Solo-Entrepreneurs approach life and business from a perspective that... Read More
What Kind of Business Should I Start?
It's not uncommon to reach your 30s, 40s or even... Read More
Can a Microbusiness Help You Enjoy a Better Retirement?
Not having enough money for a comfortable retirement tops the... Read More
Will Your Business Survive Without You?
I had a health scare in December.As it turns out,... Read More
Entrepreneurs Ask: As a Novice Entrepreneur, How Can I Feel Less Overwhelmed?
Great question! Overwhelm is very common even among the most... Read More
Are You Sure You Want To Start Your Own Business? Part Two of a Series
Why, exactly, do you want to go into business for... Read More
Key to Starting Your Own Clothing Company
Starting your own private label clothing company is not as... Read More
Bonsai Marketing
Site location analysis of regional service areas and planning for... Read More
Could a Non-Profit Structure Be Right for Your Business?
If you have a business idea, or an idea for... Read More
Entrepreneurship: Insight and Closer Look At The Entrepreneur
Life as an entrepreneur is the American Dream. To be... Read More
Do You Have What It Takes?
I think it's fair to say that not everyone is... Read More
Be An Entrepreneurial Artist: Paint A Picture, then Commit It to Canvas
James had an original concept and he needed an investor.... Read More
Find Me the Expert on This!
Many people who set up as consultants never make more... Read More
Designing a Comprehensive Franchise Company Computer System
One of the most important management tools a franchised company... Read More
The Desire For Money, Do You Have Business Sense?
For those of us who grew up with parents who... Read More
An Entrepreneur Is
An entrepreneur is an innovator. She sees a need in... Read More
Entrepreneurship Story; Over Regulation in Franchising Part I
Jim and Sally run a successful auto business, which they... Read More
Strategies for Overcoming Obstacles to Discovering Your Gifts
What are the unique gifts that differentiate you from other... Read More
How to Be an Entrepreneur and Keep Your Sanity
Define for yourself what an Entrepreneur is:What makes you think... Read More
Youve Found Your Guru, Now What?
In my last article, "Follow That Guru", I told you... Read More
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