Yesterday, Jim wrote about his strategy for working with me (Shelby) and what he thought my strategy was for working with him. Now, it's my turn. It's true that acquiring Jim's company ColorMetrix as a client enabled me to start my own business. This partnership guarantees stability in income and … [Read more...]
Strategy to work with others
Just the other day, I was joking around with Shelby about comparing notes with my wife to figure out how to work with me. She made it quite clear that no, she had in fact developed her own strategy to get along with me. What she needs and her strategy for working with me When I got done laughing at … [Read more...]
She said, he said posts
Starting tomorrow, Shelby and I are going to introduce a new series of posts here. We'll be calling them "she said, he said" (ladies first of course). Well, actually, I'm going first tomorrow with a post entitled "Strategy to work with others." The post explores how Shelby and I work together from … [Read more...]
The Time Management Myth
We don't really manage time. We make choices what to do with our time. The clock stops for no one. So, what we really need to manage is our choices. Right now, you have chosen to read this blog and I thank you. A few days ago, I chose to write this post instead of sitting back and reading a … [Read more...]
The power of a social media audience
Recently, I was reading an email from Seth Godin about his new book "Poke the Box" that he is releasing through his new publishing venture The Domino Project. Seth was excited because enough of us had tweeted about and purchased the book to bring the price of the Kindle version down to $1.00. Yes, … [Read more...]
2011 lifestyle plan (update)
In early January, I shared my 2011 lifestyle plan. It's time to update you, even though the news is not so great at the moment. Just like in business, sometimes life plans don't always come off according to the plan. As a quick refresher: I lost five pounds in December and managed to lose another … [Read more...]
Security is a myth
Just the other day, I saw two friends conversing on Twitter about taking the risk of leaving a corporate job to go out on their own. One of them said she wished she'd done it when she was 22 and was less adverse to risk. My first solo flight in business was at the age of 23. It lasted almost two … [Read more...]
What's in a business name?
I asked for blog post ideas on Twitter and this was one that intrigued me. As far as I can remember, I've been involved in naming five businesses. So, without further fanfare, here are my stream of consciousness thoughts as to how I arrived at each of these names. Professional Printing Services - … [Read more...]
An idea for staying motivated
Take a day off and do whatever you want. I can think of no better way to remain motivated than enjoying the freedom that your work arrangement has afforded you. If you aren't self-employed, schedule a vacation or personal day as soon as possible. If you are self-employed, tomorrow would be a good … [Read more...]
Small Business 101 Series – Revisited
Last July I took a week to share some of my favorite advice for small business owners. As I look back six months later I realize that these five posts represent cornerstones of how I do business. Perhaps it was the writing of the posts that refocused me. Instead I think it was me writing about what … [Read more...]
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