Today, Really Say What You Are Thankful for
We rarely say what we are thankful for.
But on a day called Thanksgiving, it makes sense to say it out loud to the people you care about.
What I am thankful for:
1. My two fantastic kids […]
A Business Is a Race to the Bottom, Not the Top
Guest post by Terry “Starbucker” St. Marie
The bottom line, that is. 
It’s easy, if you’re a business owner, to put the bulk of your efforts into generating revenue.
After all, a business doesn’t exist without paying customers, and of course, getting them […]
The Missing Ingredient in Your Quest for Success
Guest post ©All Rights Reserved, Melissa Galt 
Speaking with and coaching hundreds of business owners in the last decade, I’ve noticed the missing ingredient in the quest for success. You know how to visualize your success; you are great at mapping it […]
Stop Procrastinating Tomorrow
Running a business requires discipline and hard work, and sometimes it’s tempting to procrastinate, even when each day seems really busy. Procrastination has become easier with social media, email, on-demand entertainment, and TV interrupting our every action. Even sitting around doing nothing is tempting when there are overwhelming tasks ahead. Luckily, there are many ways […]
Stop Your Employees from Working for More Success
If you own a business, then a normal 9-to-5 hour day sounds crazy. You probably want your employees to work long hours along with you. Usually business owners feel that working long hours demonstrates commitment, which will lead to productivity and increased profits. 
Actually, […]
A Loss Can Be a Gain
Ashley Merryman wrote a great op-ed in the New York Times explaining why “Losing Is Good for You,” and she gave an interesting label for the excessive trophies in school sports, calling the system “The Trophy-Industrial Complex.” She says if kids get trophies just for participation and are rewarded for simply showing up rather […]