Category = Entrepreneurship – Page 2

The Entrepreneurial Journey – Business or Bust!

It’s true that America has been built on a foundation of ideas, ideals, and economic freedom. While many point to Wall Street and Washington, D.C. for our many accomplishments, innovations, and vibrant workforce, the fact is, veterans and veteran-owned businesses have done much of the heavy lifting throughout our history to make America the overwhelming […]

Bobbie Hurley: My 3 Tips to Rocking First Impressions with Potential Clients

How to Control a Situation with Confidence As I was sitting in my office one Friday afternoon, I saw a woman walk past my window. She was an attractive woman wearing a tank top, blue jeans and sandals. Her hair was in a girlish, messy ponytail. My thought as she walked by was, “I wonder […]

5 Proven Tips Entrepreneurs Need to Know When Launching a Startup

With entrepreneurship becoming an increasingly popular “career” choice, a growing number of people are choosing to launch their own startups. If you’re considering building your own startup company, it’s crucial you understand the journey on which you’re embarking. Building a startup company is tough; launching your own company as an inexperienced entrepreneur is even harder. […]

5 Important Secrets of Successful Sales Leaders

Not everyone is cut out to work in the world of sales management, and even fewer have the capacity to lead a successful sales team. If you’re considering a promotion to team leader, or if you’re a business owner or leader considering promoting a team member into this vital role, consider what it takes to […]

5 Revealing Signs It’s Time to Fire a Lousy Employee

Are you a business owner frustrated by the poor performance of some of your employees? Do you want to run a profitable business, but question whether all staff members are pulling their weight? Being a business owner or leader isn’t always a pleasant experience. There are times when you need to face unpleasant tasks you […]

Avoiding the Crash-and-Burn Fallout: 5 Tough Truths Entrepreneurs Should Learn Early

With more and more people choosing the entrepreneurial path than ever before, and with way too many of them crashing and burning before they ever catch flight, it’s time for some tough truths about entrepreneurship. Look no further than companies like Startup Liquidators (@startuplqdtr) or Autopsy (@autopsyhq) (whose businesses are based on sharing lessons learned […]

Matt Brauning: My 3 Top Secrets to Aligning Your Mind To Succeed

Some people seem to have all the luck. They try their hand at a new business venture, a relationship, or new skill, and it works, while some of us keep swinging at the same ball, but never seem to hit it out of the park. There seems to be mental patterns that all humans share […]