Category Archives: Business
Become a F.A.T. Employee
I know what you’re thinking and while it might not be the most politically correct title for a blog, I promise it’s STUFFED with value. (Sorry couldn’t resist!) F.A.T. is an acronym my football coach in college taught us that … Continue reading
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The Price vs. Customer Service Trade Off
I’m as cheap as the day is long. Seriously. If Southwest Airlines would replace their seats with wooden benches and drop the cost of a ticket, I’d buy stock in the company. Call me crazy but I will endure a … Continue reading
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Facebook Marketing Musts!
If you’re one of over a billion people on the planet that has a Facebook account and you own a business, chances are pretty good that you have a Facbeook page for your business. If you have a Facebook page … Continue reading
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Developing a R.I.P.E. Business Model
According to the SBA, more than half of small businesses fail in the first 5 years. Unfortunately, an even greater number of small businesses don’t even hit that magical one year mark. Businesses are forced to close their doors for … Continue reading
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Turning Pro: Addicted to Distraction
I recently finished reading a book called Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield. The premise of the book was that most people spend their life as an amateur never truly reaching their full potential. The amateur life is pretty much the … Continue reading
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Email Etiquette and Getting a Response From the Ones Who Matter Most
Several years ago, (I’m talking like 15) I sent a rather well known individual in my niche an email asking him for some information. I didn’t specify what information, I merely found his email address online and asked if I … Continue reading
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Successful Leaders Know How To Effectively Motivate Their People To Action
I don’t operate well when people order me around or tell me what to do. As much as I’m a team player and I love being the go to guy that comes through when we need it most, there is … Continue reading
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Working For Free Doesn’t Mean You’re Not Getting Compensated
Just because you’re not getting paid doesn’t mean you’re working for free. I cannot begin to tell you how many stories, articles, videos and favors I have done for free but in return have gained exposure, credibility or experience that … Continue reading
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