We all know that building a network is important. Yet thoughtless networking can be a time drain with no results. The key to building a successful network, like anything in life, is knowing what you want and why you want it. Your network is like food: it can be nourishing and make you feel great, or it can be junk with no nutritional value. Like food, a good network is … [Read more...]
How to Burnout-Proof Your Business as an Entrepreneur
Whether you're working your biz solo, have a small but mighty team, or have a multi-bajillion dollar net worth, being an entrepreneur isn't easy. As soon as you cross something off your to-do list, three more tasks quickly add up. Entrepreneurs consistently get things done; you create project plans, manage teams, set up interviews, and the list goes on - because as CEO of … [Read more...]
3 Entrepreneurial Habits for the Non-Entrepreneur
These days, it is impossible to scroll through my newsfeed without reading an article around entrepreneurship -- articles ranging from what successful entrepreneurs eat for breakfast to the top ten reasons I should quit my job right now. While I do find much of these articles entertaining and at times enlightening, I wonder if we, as a society, might put too much of our … [Read more...]
The Most Entrepreneurial Countries in the World Might Surprise You – Infographic
Which are the most entrepreneurial countries in the world based on the percentage of people who start their own businesses? The answer might surprise you. If you consider only businesses started by people between the ages of 18 and 64 that have been in operation for four to 42 months and pay employees salaries, the countries that rise to the top aren't the United States, … [Read more...]
Entrepreneur Journey – Tips for Being Better Without Being Bitter
As a serial entrepreneur, I get the question a lot on how I got through not only one company but multiple. Did I have great mentors? Did I learn from someone? Did I learn in school? I think most entrepreneurs have different journeys of how they got to where they are today and what inspired them. What makes us all unique is we have our own stories, our own journeys, and our … [Read more...]
For Those of Us Who Don’t Lean In
I’m a Holistic Health Advisor who has been educated in Elemental Reflexology, Polarity Therapy, and Reiki. I make feelings-guided decisions, and I occasionally put off tasks because I haven’t had time to process my comfort/discomfort surrounding said tasks. In short -- I’m not the high-heeled wearing, Ivanka Trump-esque, “lean in” type woman. I’m not your typical … [Read more...]
When the Dentist has a Toothache, or How to Prepare Your Clients for Emergencies
You are going along in your small solo business, working with clients, dealing with all the little tasks that need to be done to grow your business. Then, BAM! Something happens. It might be something personal, like a breakup or death in the family, or an immediate family crisis, like a babysitter who doesn’t show up or a car that doesn’t work. Or it might be, as happened to my … [Read more...]
Entrepreneurs Shouldn’t Be Distracted by Low Hanging Fruit
What's most important to you as an entrepreneur? Are you trying to make a quick buck or are you trying to build a sustainable income stream? Do you want to have to keep hustling to make your next dollar or do you want to develop organic growth for your business? Most people would pick the latter option for each of the questions above. In simplest terms, most entrepreneurs … [Read more...]
5 Behaviors Of Successful Entrepreneurs You Should Emulate
The best path to success is often emulating the pros. It takes a lot more than luck to get to the top and stay there, so proven, successful entrepreneurs should be your port of call when trying to determine what you need to get there. The following five behaviors have been tried and tested by some of the richest, most successful people in the world: 1. Define and Stick to … [Read more...]
4 Misconceptions of the Entrepreneur Lifestyle
From the outside looking in, entrepreneurship seems to be a breeze. You are your own boss, you can set your own hours, and can work from anywhere. That sounds so amazing, and it is! However, there are some misconceptions. 1. You’ll Work Less Hours One of the most common phrases I hear from aspiring entrepreneurs that are currently in Corporate America is, “I can’t wait to set … [Read more...]