Keys to Business Success Archives

Bernie Marcus Knew How to Ask Questions. That Became His Success Story

By Lynda Bekore | Nov 6, 2024

Home Depot founder Bernie Marcus, who died this week at the age of 95, instinctively knew one of the most important keys to success: Ask questions. In the annals of business history, legendary figures like Bernie Marcus stand out not merely for their entrepreneurial smarts, but for their insatiable curiousity. He didn’t rely on theoretical…

Podcast: Phillip Cooper’s Blueprint for Hospitality Success

By SmallBizClub | May 14, 2024

Man in gray shirt speaking with podcast host at table

In this episode of “Made in Atlanta”, hosted by Liger Chief Strategist Eric V. Holtzclaw, we chat with Phillip Cooper, the force behind Cellared Roots Hospitality. Cooper recounts his ascent from entry-level hospitality roles to owning esteemed eateries like Vin 25 in Roswell, GA. They discuss the appeal and trials of the restaurant industry, emphasizing…

The Biggest Problem with No Isn’t the No

By Bob Burg | Dec 3, 2013

One thing that keeps a potentially great entrepreneur or salesperson from succeeding is the word “no.” Hearing that word endlessly when just starting out can be debilitating—but, not necessarily for the reason we might think.

5 Fatal Flaws in Your Productivity and Time Management Strategy

By Susan Baroncini-Moe | May 28, 2013

If you’ve ever looked at your watch and wondered where the day went; if you’ve ever had a list of things to do and haven’t accomplished much on that list in your week; if you’ve ever thought, “I have too many things to do and not enough hours in the day”—then you most likely have fatal flaws in your productivity and time management strategy.

Maximize Your Giving by Avoiding Takers

By BizCoachingOnDemand.com | May 22, 2013

The difference between givers who climb the success ladder and those who struggle comes in who they do their giving to. The most successful givers are strategic when they give: they will give generously to fellow givers as well as to takers, but they will be very cautious about giving to takers.

The Combination That Gives Solopreneurs a Great Chance to Succeed

By Larry Keltto | May 14, 2013

If you have passion, talent, and a market, then the odds of solopreneurial success are high. But what if you don’t have all three? What combinations will work and which ones won’t?

5 Essential Characteristics That Differentiate Leaders from Managers

By Bill Hogg | Apr 24, 2013

Often people use the terms leaders and managers interchangeably. But nothing could be further from the truth! There are numerous characteristics that differentiate leaders from managers. While some of the differences are subtle, others are distinct and easily recognized.

Maximize Your Giving by Avoiding Takers

By Fran Tarkenton | Apr 12, 2013

The difference between givers who climb the success ladder and those who struggle comes in who they do their giving to. The most successful givers are strategic when they give: they will give generously to fellow givers as well as to takers, but they will be very cautious about giving to takers.

Helping Others Is the Greatest Motivator

By BizCoachingOnDemand.com | Apr 10, 2013

A sense of service to our customers, our prospects, and our business partners is the greatest source of motivation that exists. So many people approach situations looking to see, “What’s in it for me?” and then wonder why they can’t find good partners, why there are no strong relationships. When you make it about the other person, when you start by looking to build a genuine relationship and don’t worry about selling anything or getting your “fair share,” then you build a powerful connection. And in the long run, that will come back to you tenfold.

Traits of Great Leaders

By BizCoachingOnDemand.com | Apr 9, 2013

Leaders come in all shapes and sizes. They can be found in all different places. Francesca Zambello is the artistic director of the Washington National Opera, and her advice about leadership is just as true in business as it is in the creative fields.