If you’re like most people, you look at successful business people and think, “Gosh, how in the world did they get so lucky!” While luck does have something to do with it, success often comes from what they did to push their business to the top. These successful people have certain characteristics that give them […]
Where To Work When You are Self Employed
May 7, 2013 By 4 Comments
Leaving the corporate office is a great feeling, but when you start your new business you will be challenged with finding a new place to work yourself. Coffee shops and pajamas at home are the most prominent places for the self-employed to get things done, there are many options and it is best to find […]
Entrepreneurial Lessons from Playing Monopoly
April 9, 2013 By 1 Comment
While Monopoly is a fun pastime, it is a lot more than a game. You can learn great lessons about personal finance and business too! Always Invest for the Future In the beginning, it is tempting to hoard your cash and build a stock pile every time you pass go. However, building up a […]
The Benefits of a PO Box for Small Businesses
April 1, 2013 By 3 Comments
I have several small businesses that I operate outside of my day job. For each of those, including a flash mob company and blogging business, I use a PO Box for my address instead of my home address. I think that is an important protection and I encourage all business owners that don’t have a […]
The Two Most Important Parts of Starting a Business
March 26, 2013 By 1 Comment
I recently read Chris Guillebeau’s new book, “The $100 Startup.” I highly recommend the book to any aspiring entrepreneur. The book had many valuable tips, but I took away two ideas that I find the most important for new entrepreneurs. Have an Addressable Market When you create a new business, it should not just […]
