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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 at a premium indeed;Before Oil Maxx's downfall, Oil Maxx with the foresight of Mr.
Oil Change Guys History; Part III
Studying the history of franchise companies is interesting is watching all the ways they grew and all the partnerships, vendors and mergers along the way. It is a myriad of deals and team building, which makes it all possible.
Oil Change Guys History; Part IV
One trait of franchisors and something you will find in all their biographies both; official and unofficial is their competitiveness and refusal to give up. Now onto Part IV of our saga:Mr.
Double Down on Marketing
If you want to compete in the world of high growth startups, you better know how to play the marketing game. Marketing has become a big stakes game where companies are betting fortunes on the success of their products.
Identify the Growth Factors
In "The Incredible Hulk", mild-mannered scientist Bruce Banner discovered that when he was exposed to "gamma rays" he was transformed into a massive beast that could ferociously muscle his way to victory in any situation. Other than being disfigured, green, and in nothing but his boxer shorts, the Hulk discovered that a single growth factor could drastically change his ability to handle his problems.
A Startup Never Closes
When it comes to a startup, the luxuries shared with established companies are few and far between. Chief among them is the luxury to close at the end of the day.
Be Where the Pucks Going To Be
The "Great One" said it bestHockey legend Wayne Gretzky, when asked how he was always on the puck before anyone else, pointed out that he was by no means the fastest skater on the ice. Instead he explained that he always just focused on skating toward where the puck was going to be.
Learn how to Compress Time
In the popular 1980's movie "Dune," man learned that by "folding space" the distance between two points shortened and he could cover those distances faster. Around 1995, we found a substance that could bend time in the business community -- it was called Venture Capital.
The Magic of Float
If you've ever received a service today and paid for it in 30 days you've experienced the concept of "float" - the time difference between when you receive a service and when you paid for it. In most cases this time period is a convenience to you as a customer, but in the world of business marketing it can absolutely transform your business.
The Power Of Personal Environments
I've got to admit, I'm a big fan of comfort. I like it when things in my world are stable and reliable.
Entrepreneurial Hate, its out there
Today, I got an email from a lady who hates all business people and entrepreneurs, because they are Greedy, Arrogant and a Host of other atrocities. She was replying to an article I wrote about entrepreneurs and how they bring to the civilization; everything you see, everywhere you go and without us, you would have nothing.
Starting Your Business By The Book
I've gotten several questions recently about the legalities of starting a business. So, this week I thought I would address a few of the more common legal issues most new businesses face.
Near-death Experience is the Mother of Invention for Two Dallas Electricians
To morning commuters, the hulking truck encircled with barricades and traffic cones may be nothing more than a road-clogging nuisance.For Kerem Tepecik and Dale Vith, two men who've made a good living by changing light bulbs forty feet above the pavement, the so-called "bucket truck" is more ominous.
Coating Service Business Case Study
There are many coating businesses in the market today, but have you ever asked yourself how one gets into this line of work? How they are formed or what prompts someone or some entrepreneur to go out and start a business to fill this niche? Well this is an interesting case study that shows how we became interested in this industry from a sub market of the coating business; Spray in Bed Liners. Our company is in the auto detailing business, www.
The Entrepreneurial Difference
Who would ever have imagined that going door-to-door in my neighborhood selling figs from a bright orange shopping cart would have been my entrepreneurial beginnings? I surely did not. But, now that I look back and also look around me at other business owners, I see clearly that so many of the traits common to entrepreneurs are present at a very early age.
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How No More Military PT Tests Are Hurting My Business
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When I left the military I packed on 15 pounds pretty fast. My recent trip to the doctor's for the first time outside of the military was highlighted with the lovely comment from the doc, "You know, technically you're obese."
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12/23/2020 03:07 PM
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The Power of the Hand Written Thank You Note
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Why should you send a Thank You Note. What should you say. State a Call to Action closing sentence.
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12/22/2020 10:08 AM
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The Key to Continual Growth and Expansion
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Growing and expanding requires self-awareness of what you are doing and what you're not doing to move forward. If you're succeeding, keep on doing what you're doing. If you're behind, it's okay; you just need to adjust.
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12/21/2020 12:15 PM
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Winning the War Over Loans and Debts As an Entrepreneur
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Among the things that can make or mar a business is taking loans. People take loans to meet up with their expectations. However, it takes a wiser entrepreneur to decipher when to or when not to take a loan. Loans can do wonderful things for you when properly managed. It can help solve urgent problems, cater for substantial expenses and grow businesses. Though loans can work perfectly for those who have steady income, yet it has the propensity of entangling those who struggle to earn a living. It is very important for every entrepreneur to note that a mismanaged loan is hell.
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11/16/2020 09:05 AM
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How Can You Make Your Online Business More Successful?
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Many entrepreneurs have gone before you and figured out how things work, so that you don't have to reinvent the wheel. You can follow what other successful online entrepreneurs have done and become successful doing it.
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11/02/2020 10:01 AM
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How To Develop The Mindset Of An Entrepreneur And Become Successful
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Mindset Is Everything-You won't be awesome at being an entrepreneur unless and till you condition your brain for getting into business and then making the most of it.Any trade can be really tough to comprehend. However, if that is something somebody wishes to do, then how do you do that effectively? Here are a few great tips that I have come up with on how you are able to become that awesome entrepreneur as well.
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11/02/2020 09:20 AM
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Winning at the Proposal Game
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Submitting bids and tenders is a great way to grow and expand your business and is a great way for a small company to become a much larger company. It can be frustrating and costly to bid, this work taking you away from other business activities. However, winning a bid gives you access to a new customer and other project opportunities. You also have to consider as to whether you have the financial standing and moral fortitude to undertake large projects so choose your opportunities with great care. Smaller projects can help your company grow efficiently and profitably with less drama and anguish. Here are a few pointers to remember when producing tenders.
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11/02/2020 09:15 AM
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There Is Such a Thing As Too Much Free Content
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When you fundamentally reexamine your marketing strategy, it's very freeing. You can focus on what's most important.
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10/22/2020 11:34 AM
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The Pros and Cons of Working for Yourself
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Working from home offers many benefits and even a few drawbacks. It's up to you to determine if you have the personality for it. You'll need to rein in family and friends who want to take advantage of you, as well as yourself, to stay on track for creating a healthy and profitable home business.
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10/12/2020 09:53 AM
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The Impact Trifecta: Make the Most of Your Impact Efforts
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Impact can feel oddly unsatisfying. If you're feeling that your impact isn't fulfilling you, that's a clue. Maybe you're not having all the impact you want to have.
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10/02/2020 10:22 AM
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How To Show Your Expertise When You're Starting Out
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To show your expertise when first starting out doesn't require you to have a huge client roster, or even a following yet. Use these tips to help you gain a following, improve search engine optimization (SEO) and build your business.
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09/29/2020 09:03 AM
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5 Things to Think About Before You Start a Business
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Before you start a business and kick off your entrepreneur journey, you need to understand a number of things. Here are five to think about before you invest your money.
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09/29/2020 09:01 AM
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How Do You Create Multiple Streams of Income?
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Here are just a few of the ways you can create multiple streams of income online. There are also ways you can do it offline such as savings, investing, rental income, and more.
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09/28/2020 09:45 AM
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Does Money Make You Successful?
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When people want to become entrepreneurs they don't actually think about the work. They think about the freedom.
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09/28/2020 09:43 AM
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Your Fear Is a Valuable Messenger
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I know you care about impact. Fear will keep you from it, if not by shutting you down, then by distractions. We all feel fear, so what can you do?
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09/02/2020 01:33 PM
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Discovering Lucrative Business Opportunities
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There are several ways to be successful today but the most popular one is almost always acknowledged as venturing into a world of capitalizing on online business opportunities. People who are able to do this easily usually reap in the positive benefits many folds.
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09/02/2020 01:27 PM
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Ready To Position Yourself As an Expert?
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Becoming an expert is a process. At first you will feel as if you'll never make it, but everything you do builds on the next thing and eventually it will snowball to true success.
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09/02/2020 01:25 PM
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It Will Take More Than Motivation To Make A Business Succeed
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Many people naturally have the leadership abilities that are necessary to operate a successful business based on their family environment while they were growing up. Their basic character traits are often nurtured and manifested during these stages.
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08/31/2020 09:26 AM
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Are You Enough?
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What would it mean if YOU were enough? All the things you need to have a successful business.
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08/17/2020 12:59 PM
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Postpone Your Impact, and It May Never Happen
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When you postpone your impact, it may never happen. Life will always get in the way, if you allow it.
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08/11/2020 11:45 AM
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Do You Have What It Takes To Become An Succesful Entrepreneur?
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Deciding to become an entrepreneur is just the beginning. You know you want to own your own business and control your fate, but you're not yet sure exactly what it is that you should do.
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08/03/2020 02:42 PM
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Do Your Prospects and Clients Really Know You?
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People buy from those they know, like, and trust. How can you help them get to know your business? How can you build their trust?
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07/24/2020 10:25 AM
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Be Willing to Fall Flat on Your Face
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Being the leader you want to be, to have the impact you want to have, will not always be well received. You might take that as a failure. But is it?
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07/08/2020 09:48 AM
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The Secret Shame Of Having A Full Time Job
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According to experts, More than 47% of Americans today cannot pay $400 for an emergency without having to borrow that money. The secret shame is that most of that 47% had full time jobs when answering this question. That number is even worse today as millions have lost their jobs.
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07/08/2020 09:48 AM
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How Becoming An Author Builds Expertise
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If you want a fast way to become an insider within your niche, push yourself to new heights, and become the expert you know you are, becoming an author will do that for you. But, you must get started and learn all you can about marketing once the book is finished.
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07/03/2020 11:30 AM
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How To End A Business Relationship Amicably
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Ending a business relationship is never easy, but once you do let go of clients who aren't ideal, you're going to free up space to attract your ideal clients. Plus, once it's over you're going to feel so much better about your business and yourself.
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07/02/2020 11:37 AM
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Are You Honoring Your Values?
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So much is going on in the world right now, that it can be difficult to focus on your business' values. You may be going through some financial challenges due to the pandemic, and even if that's not the case, it can feel hard to consider one more thing as you pivot and adjust. I have had to make conscious and sometimes difficult choices in my own adjustments to stay aligned with my values and those of my business.
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06/30/2020 06:30 AM
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You Are Made For These Times
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Ever feel like you want to just leave everything behind and go elsewhere? I sure do. But we're here. How do we rise to these times?
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06/22/2020 08:50 AM
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5 Tips to Make Big in Business From the Expert Business Coach
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Get tips to make big in business from the expert business coach Thamizharasu Gopalsamy. One can learn business basics with this pen work.
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06/19/2020 04:19 PM
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Honest Grant Cardone Marketing Mentoring Program Review
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Do you know Grant Cardone? Do you strive for success? Are you passionate? If you want to learn from the best Grant Cardone is your guy. You are about to take a "DEEP DIVE" and become submersed into his Marketing Mentoring Program. We will take a look and I will help educate you on what I have learned, and where you will benefit by joining him on his mission to create success, and help you do the same.
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06/15/2020 02:39 PM
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When Celebrating Your Big Accomplishments Is Hard
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Celebrating your significant accomplishments can stir up feelings and resistance. Here's how to deal with that.
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06/15/2020 02:32 PM
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What Exactly Is Passive Income?
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Any income where the individual does not have to physically earn is called passive income. This of course is a very attractive way of earning an income and indeed those who are lucky enough to make a decent living this way are quite happy. Ways To Generate Loads Of Passive Income- There are currently some very popular and common ways to earn a passive income.
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06/08/2020 09:13 AM
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Find Your Fierce
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You want to have impact with your business. You'll have a lot more impact if you get in touch with your fierce.
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06/01/2020 08:48 AM
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Are You Becoming the One?
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Impact calls you on a deeper level. If impact were just about taking action, you would have had that impact already.
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06/01/2020 08:43 AM
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Respect Payroll
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Entrepreneurs at times have such passion for their product that they overlook payroll. This article describes some common startup payroll problems, and their solution.
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05/25/2020 01:14 PM
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Your Relationship With Desire Shapes Your Impact
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Your impact is a deep, unique expression of who you are. Diminishing your desire for impact rains on the parade of who you are and what you contribute.
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05/18/2020 10:35 AM
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Rethinking Your Business Plan? Be Sure to Include This
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We're in the midst of a significant disruption of business. Creating a new plan focused on this one thing keeps you on track.
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05/14/2020 09:50 AM
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How To Handle Criticism In Business
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There are essentially three types of critics. Each has a different agenda and all but one has something good to offer. It's important to understand and differentiate between these three types of critics so that not only can you quickly identify those whom you should listen to and those who you should ignore, but also so that you can learn to provide criticism yourself in a constructive and useful way.
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05/11/2020 07:49 AM
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Are You Afraid of Your Own Impact?
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It's worth it to start to explore what's holding you back from the compelling, exquisite impact that you could have. Your impact matters.
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05/05/2020 07:55 AM
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Why Is It Easy to Fail at Your Pitch
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The aim is to secure investors, and to achieve that, the pitch deck presented needs to make them sit up and pay attention. Do not become just another pitch they hear and promptly forget. Failure is not an option, and these are the common blunders that scream, "Fail":
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04/07/2020 08:35 AM
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Having Impact During a Pandemic
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The Chinese proverb, "May you live in interesting times," was never more poignant than it is right now. Every single one of us is undergoing significant change, whether we want to or not. The coronavirus/COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2 pandemic (even the name keeps changing) is making sure of that.
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03/28/2020 07:39 PM
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To Survive, You Need to Follow the Bubbles
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Whether you are an entrepreneur or small business enterprise, one thing is for certain, we are all experiencing some form of disruption in our business as a result of Covid-19. For a very small handful of businesses, this unprecedented change is a positive one for their business, while a significantly greater number have not been so fortunate.
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03/28/2020 07:34 PM
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Here's the Secret to Double Your Productivity
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Productivity only matters in the context of what you ultimately want to accomplish. Being productive in service to your bigger goals and your impact matters.
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03/19/2020 09:11 AM
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Are You Prepared? Hint: If You Are, You'll Have More Impact
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Preparation can be the bridge that brings you into greater emotional connection with your audience. With connection, you build impact.
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03/02/2020 08:23 AM
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Are We All Creative Or Is That Just A Myth?
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Everyone is creative. But everyone is not created the same. There are many types of creativity.
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03/02/2020 08:19 AM
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3 Common Psychological Roadblocks And How To Navigate Them
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Before we talk about common psychological roadblocks, understand that while you can read about this all day long, you may need extra help overcoming some issues. Consider getting a life or business coach depending on your own issues. This will help you work your way through it faster so that you can move on with your life.
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02/26/2020 10:03 AM
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How Can Brainstorming Be Used To Generate New Business Ideas
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There are different methods of brainstorming that work for different people. What works for you will depend on your own personality, so it's smart to try out more than one method.
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02/26/2020 10:03 AM
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Two Mantra of Successful Entrepreneur
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Great leaders are willingly make personal sacrifices and accept responsibilities for organizational failures. They put the interest of common good- their stakeholders which includes employees, government, customers, creditors, directors, suppliers, unions and the overall community at large before their interest. They adopt a 'give no excuses and accept the mistake' approach. There is a direct positive relationship between risk-bearing and entrepreneurship. Successful entrepreneurship is about identifying your passion, taking a rational risk and exploring opportunities others don't see. Risk-taking pushes you to think and act outside your comfort zone without which you become torpid, conventional and content
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02/21/2020 12:04 PM
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Why Is Copy Trading Service Useful?
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If you don't know how to trade and want to take advantage of someone more experienced, then copy trading is the right one for you. Copying more experienced traders allows you to make a return on your money with minimal risk. The most important part is to trust a company that offers a verified record or performance of their trading history.
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