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Who inspires you?

Aug 282010

There are some things that don’t come as a surprise to people who read my blog on a regular basis. My support of The BOSS Network is one of those things. After joining this online community, I have had the priviledge of connecting with some of the most inspiring, encouraging and all around supportive women
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Who inspires you?

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Aug 282010

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5 Time management tips for 'solopreneurs'

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Aug 272010

If you’re a solo entrepreneur (doing it all yourself), it can be hard to manage your time effectively. Trust me, I know. Here are five tips to help you out:

Write your to-do list and prioritize it. According to research, people who write their lists are 90 percent more likely to finish their tasks than those who don’t.
Be realistic about the amount of time it takes to complete a task. If it takes you an hour to research and write a blog post, for instance, don’t try to squeeze that into just 20 minutes.
Don’t multitask. I know, it’s hard not to. But if you focus on doing one thing at a time instead of trying to juggle eight things at once, you’ll be more productive.
If you’re a ‘Yes’ person, learn how to say no. Ask yourself if you really have the time and energy to take on one extra task. Don’t guilt yourself (or let anyone else guilt you) into doing something you really don’t want to do, especially if you think you’ll end up feeling resentful.
Plan for tomorrow today. At the end of your work day, write down the next day’s to-do list and prioritize it.

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So you want to be an entrepreneur?

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Aug 272010

If you can relate to many or all of the following traits and you have an idea you really believe in, you might be ready to become an entrepreneur:

Optimistic. The road to entrepreneurship isn’t easy. You’ll face many challenges ranging from having low funds to a small client list. But the business owners who succeed are those who turn these obstacles into opportunities. They don’t pout about their problems; they work hard to find a solution.

Independent. Starting a business is a lot of responsibility. And if you want to be successful, you have to be able to work on your own everyday without a boss making sure things get done. Yes, you might be able to work in a corporate structure, but you should take pride in being your own boss.

Driven. Entrepreneurs want to be successful. They feel a strong desire to accomplish and set goals to track their progress. Seeing your business grow is rewarding, and the earnings that follow is a plus.

Self-confident. “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right,” said Henry Ford, an accomplished entrepreneur. Having lots of self-confidence can be very beneficial whether you’re seeking a bank loan, distributing advertisements or just opening the actual business. When business owners believe in their businesses and themselves, others take notice and respond positively.

Disciplined. Entrepreneurs realize they have to be on top of their game, 24/7. Many take time to stay healthy, and many realize that it’s important to get away and spend time with friends and family. They know that creating a schedule puts them at their best professionally and personally.

Visionary. They complete daily tasks to operate their businesses, but they don’t let the little things stifle their dreams. New business owners think about where they will be in the future. Establishing five- and ten-year goals help them remain focused and endure the bumps along the way.

Competitive. Many entrepreneurs are competitive in some aspects of life, and this nature comes into their businesses. It pushes them to do better every year and beat personal records.

Persistent. They don’t take no for an answer. Entrepreneurs don’t just give up when issues come up. Instead, they work through them and keep at it until they reach the success they want.

Risk taker. A lot of people don’t want to leave the security that a corporate job provides– the monthly paychecks, benefits and bonuses. But entrepreneurs are willing to step outside their comfort zone as opposed to wondering, What if?

Now, you don’t have to be perfect in all these areas to be a successful entrepreneur, we all have our strengths and weaknesses. The most important thing you need to have when opening a business is determination to turn your dream into reality.

What do ya’ll think? Is this list accurate? Are there any characteristics you would add? Let me know by leaving a comment! : )

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What Would Barack Obama’s Facebook Feed Look Like?

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Aug 252010

Or for that matter, any president’s? What would be on his feed – what friends would be updating. Who would be commenting on links, posting pictures, etc.? When you think about all that goes on in the world and politics, it honestly could be pretty funny when you step back and consider the debates and [...]
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Don't Be Impulsive, It Can Be Counterproductive

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Aug 242010

I was having a deep and informative conversation with a very good and wise friend of mine and he said a few things that really made me think. Now this friend I consider my secret weapon because his intelligence and wisdom goes far beyond the charm he exudes. We were discussing human behavior in regards to ulterior motives. After a misfortunate situation or tragedy happens in our life the immediate actions we take and the choices we make are very sensitive and vulnerable. Impulsive behavior can lead us into a lot of things other than debt and disappointment. Immediate reaction on a situation without carefully thinking of the results and or repercussions of those actions can worsen the outcome. Responding impulsively to a negative situation could communicate things that you really don’t want communicated. Whether or not your impulsive behavior was negative or positive, the lack of thoroughly examining the…
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