7 Work Ethic Elements Will Get You Investor Funding
Starting and running a business is hard. Don’t believe the old myth that with a few hours of work a day and a great web site, you can get rich while you sleep. I have found that the most successful entrepreneurs and business executives have an impressive work ethic, and they surround themselves with a…
Read MoreHow Toms Shoes Turned Social Responsibility into a Primary Business Strategy
Toms Shoes is a company that probably needs no introduction. It’s the shoe company that combined innovative business practices with philanthropy and got itself global attention as a result. Naturally, while some agreed with this novel business approach, others severely opposed such business practices. For one reason or another, Toms know how to remain in…
Read More6 Must-Have Web Tools for Entrepreneurs
These days, there are tons of web tools out there solving all sorts of problems. There are a few I find myself using on a daily basis to help run my business more efficiently and successfully. I’m always on the lookout for new practical tools too, so if you know of any, let me know…
Read MoreHow to Determine Taxability of Services
If you followed our recent series about multi-state tax facts for various types of technology companies, you likely noticed a common theme: it’s important to determine which states a business has created in so that they know which sales and use tax laws to follow. Although it can be tricky, the good news is there…
Read More5 Don’ts of Thought Leadership
So you know what to do to be an effective thought leader in your industry, but are you familiar with the don’ts? Here are a few points to avoid and what you should be doing instead for a truly impactful thought leadership. 1. Don’t Take Absolutely Every Opportunity to Promote Yourself It’s easy to fall…
Read MoreAvoid the Race to Zero
When do you sell your company? Obviously we all want to sell at the top. And there is the problem. How do you know when you are at or near that right point to sell for maximum value? Those of us in the business of calculating (guessing) this mythical peak in value often make the…
Read More5 Things to Avoid When Working from Home
The amount of people deciding to work from home is increasing each year. Although there are many amazing benefits to that type of work, you need to be aware of the disadvantages. One of the most difficult things for people working from home is that your productivity and focus naturally begins to decrease. After all,…
Read More3 Ways to Improve Your Leadership Aptitude
Being a leader is not the same as being a manager. Let’s consider how to become a better leader—especially for those who are not lucky enough to be “born leaders.” Being a leader is a way of life, not a job position. Leaders come from all walks of life, in all shapes and sizes and…
Read MoreHow to Scale Your Business without Burning Out
Every entrepreneur would love to quickly scale up their business to the point where it was making significant revenues. That, of course, is easier said than done. To scale your business requires an incredible amount of time and effort, and a little bit of luck thrown in for good measure. Many well-meaning entrepreneurs have found…
Read MoreMorning Habits CEOs Use to Jumpstart Their Day
For most working professionals, coffee is the way to start the day. But for those CEOs and business owners who have reached a whole other level of excellence, morning can extend way beyond a simple cup of joe. In fact, these individuals understand that what you do in the morning lays the foundation for your entire day.…
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