Attitude and Mindset
Succeed At Networking Events by Being Generous
You’re not the only one who walks into a networking mixer full of dread. Before you make a run for the door, try a different approach. Tell yourself that it isn’t about you. Instead of trying to meet potential clients, or making another con…
The Entrepreneur And The Side Hustle
The gig economy provides new ways for entrepreneurs to enhance their earning and in some cases provide funding for their ventures. A side hustle can be an amazing tool for entrepreneurs. More than money, they can offer new ways to meet people and a way…
Who Are You Giving A Referral For?
Businesses thrive on referrals. There are organizations that exist for sole purpose of having businesses trade referrals. Before you give another referral, think about who you are giving the referral for. In every referral there are three parties: you,…
When Talking to Customers, Be Confident and Show Your Expertise
Are you an expert in your field? If not, why should I use your product or service? Customers expect the best and you give the impression that you can’t give it, they will go elsewhere. You need to project the image that you are an expert. That re…
Credibility Is Easily Lost
There is very little that is as important to your success as your reputation. Your reputation determines how you are viewed. If people do not think you are credible, they will not believe what you say. While it is easy to destroy your reputation, it is…
All The World Is A Stage
In the play, As You Like It, William Shakespeare states, “All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players.” The phrase is meant to compare life to a play, but the line applies to business as well. In business everyone…
Want to Be More Open-Minded?
Open-mindedness at work — about new products, strategies, business models — is one key to success. But how do you develop it? Research has found there are several things you can do. For one, travel, whether it’s to another country or somewhere closer t…
One Of The Most Common Pieces Of Coaching Advice Is Wrong
Coaches say it all the time. It appears in motivational memes on social media. On the face of it the advice makes sense but following it will not lead you to success. In fact, it will hinder you. The motivational statements say things like “Rich …
If You’re One In A Million There Are 1,000 Like You In China
We all want to think there is no one else like us. In business there is always someone else that does what were do. What we need to do is figure out how to stand out from the crowd. What sets you apart from everyone else? The key standing out is being …
Keep Things Fresh By Creating A “New” Day
We all have things that we have to do on a regular basis. We do them over and over and risk falling into a rut. It’s just as easy to fall into a comfort zone and stay there. Whether you’re in a rut or staying in your comfort zone, you need …