If you are a one-person company, then the time you spend hustling to find more work is not in fact working. I realize this may seem counterintuitive at first, but let's break it down. Is someone paying you to hustle? By that, I mean if you go out and find the work, are there other people to do the … [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...]
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...]
Creating ambassadors and agents of you
Last year, with the exception of software development for our company, I pretty much did it all myself. To some extent, the economic times dictated that's how it had to be for awhile. As the recession eased and our market began to invest in color verification tools again, I was ready. It was time to … [Read more...]
Why communities like Third Tribe Marketing are worth the cost
Recently, a partner and I were trying to decide which screen casting product to purchase for a community we are building. We both knew of ScreenFlow and Camtasia, but needed to decide which to review and ultimately purchase. I remembered a conversation thread in Third Tribe Marketing (affiliate … [Read more...]
How minor adjustments make you more productive
Sometimes your life requires big adjustments to move you forward toward a productive and fruitful life. This is the case with addictive substances and behaviors. If you are addicted, then the only real answer is to quit. That often requires a commitment to change and the support structure necessary … [Read more...]
How a peer group will help double your business
Author's note: Parts of this post were published over at Kitchen Table Companies as a Success Story. The "What I wish we'd had" section below reveals the secret sauce I've stumbled upon over the last couple years - this one is a freebie my friends, enjoy it. Then one day you wake up and realize … [Read more...]
How to do advanced e-commerce with WordPress
As of this writing, I am responsible for the e-commerce activities of two sites that run on the WordPress content management system platform. I've taken vastly different approaches with these two sites. This post will explain how I manage online stores with multiple products both physical and … [Read more...]
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