Sad But True
Imagine that your business has been through a re-branding. New name out front, new signs and new products or services for sale… but it is still struggling to attract new customers or bring back former ones. It is very sad, Read More …
Category: inspiration
No Joke
Defining your business’ personality is no joke. It is – and should be – all about you…and what you want it to be. If you are serious, so is your brand. Always looking to laugh out loud and want to Read More …
An Illusion
Appearances: real or an illusion? From stage props to merchandising a storefront window to photoshopping an image – the appearance is what we want you to see. Some are much better than others at playing pretend and we fall for Read More …
Hobby
I am sharing this, because it was something that made me smile on Monday and I keep thinking about it. Sometimes, your hobby is just something fun, (a passion if you will,) but sometimes (often?) it will cost you in Read More …
Step Out of the Car
So, apparently, when you drive a go kart, you have to abandon all belief that the car is going to flip over as you take the hair pin turns at breakneck speeds. They are built for racing, low and wide, Read More …
Your Range
Do you know your range, your capabilities to perform – to achieve your fullest potential? I was truly inspired by our youngest daughter yesterday. She raised her hand at the youth choral to move from Soprano to Alto – they Read More …
1 Day
In 1 day (today for example) you can do everything, from start to finish. A tiny project. A regional concert (learning each song & performing as a group for the first time.) A 5K. (Heck, a Marathon even; if you Read More …
Stand On the Shoulders
Being able to stand on the shoulders of someone who went before you – forging a path and making your way easier – is a bonus. Anything that can help you get where you’re going is probably a good idea. Read More …
Willing To Sacrifice
What are you willing to sacrifice as a business owner, as a responsible adult, as a parent? – No vacation – Long work hours – Working a second job to save for a house – Eliminating frivolous expenses: like maybe Read More …
Readjust As Needed
With all things being planned out well in advance – as I have recommended and you are now doing for your business (and your life, too) – sometimes you have to readjust as needed, the timing of a “weather dependent” Read More …