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6 Important Keys to a Successful Startup Launch

A small business founder may dream of an entrepreneurial paradise staffed by top talent who will be well-paid and whose long-term allegiance will be secured by perks, such as sabbaticals, nap pods, massage chairs and on-site gyms. But it takes more than an enduring fantasy to transform an entrepreneurial vision to a startup that has […]

Brian Goodell Olympic Gold Medalist: Golden Guidelines for Using Effective Affirmations

I’ve had the good fortune to work with some amazing people in my life including some of the greatest coaches and athletes in the world.   Of all the mental toughness techniques I’ve learned, the guidelines below represent a small but very powerful piece of the puzzle of how we can literally change our minds to be more […]

5 Smart and Proven Ways Leaders Sharpen Their Minds

As a leader, your mind is your powerful tool. Your muscles won’t help you figure out what your target market is, or how you should innovate your product. It’s up to your brain to get things done, so it’s in your best interest to keep it sharp and flexible.

How to Avoid These 3 Entrepreneurial Mistakes

Avoid These 3 Entrepreneurial Mistakes

Succeeding as an entrepreneur will be one of the most difficult and challenging propositions of your life. Too often people get started without taking the time to understand the steps involved in launching their venture, which usually leads to significant missteps, broken hearts and broken bank accounts. They make easily avoidable mistakes and become discouraged.

How to Dominate the Media to Build Your Personal Brand, Part 2 of 2

Previously I shared some tips on getting the word out about you and your personal brand via the written word: social media, blog posts, articles by and about you, and books (See How to Avoid the Biggest Mistake Entrepreneurs Make, 8 Essential Elements to Build Your Personal Brand  and How to Dominate the Media to Build Your Personal […]

How to Dominate the Media to Build Your Personal Brand, Part 1 of 2

I recently shared with you the 8 Essential Elements to Build Your Personal Brand. Owning the media – getting the word out about you and who you are – is such a big piece of the personal brand puzzle that I’m devoting two articles to this one topic. Sorry, but like it or not, you […]

8 Essential Elements to Build Your Personal Brand

As an entrepreneur, leader and high achiever, your personal brand is just as important as your business brand. Yet through my own experiences as a serial entrepreneur I’ve learned that the biggest mistake most entrepreneurs make (including me!) is not paying attention to their personal brand. Previously I posed the question, “Who do you want […]