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Lessons In Leadership, Resilience & Innovation:
As an entrepreneur and business owner I see examples of innovation everywhere, I think it is part of the entrepreneurial DNA…
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Risk, Reward & Resilience:
I am a long time fan of late night television and wanted to get David Letterman as our graduation speaker…
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Networking While You Eat:
At a late morning meeting recently with a fellow entrepreneur, as we were wrapping up I mentioned my next meeting had been postponed and asked if he had time to grab a bite to eat…
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Connect In Meaningful Ways:
I have a confession to make. I am not on Facebook, I do not Tweet and I still consider myself a marketing expert…
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Business Advice From A Southern Entrepreneur
These down-home expressions have plenty of advice to offer new business owners. See what you can learn from these nine sayings.
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Why You Should Mind Your Manners
These eight tips prove that courtesy does count for small businesses.
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Encouraging Positive Change
Want to make this the best year ever? It's time to make some changes that'll set you up for success.
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A Recipe For Productivity
Are business board meetings getting stale? A company retreat may be the answer to pump up your team and get the creative juices flowing.
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Freshen Up Your Website
Less isn't always more. An oversimplified website may be driving away business. Read article»

Making The Most Of What You Have
Sometimes, seeing the silver lining is all you need to keep your business burning bright. If you believe the saying that what doesn't kill you makes you stronger, then the people in New Orleans have got to be among the strongest people in the world. I went back home several times in the past year and each trip brought a new level of appreciation and gratitude for what my friends and family have been dealing with for the past few years...
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Action Through Inaction
Incorporate the lessons of Tai Chi and Qigong into your daily life as an entrepreneur...
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Give Yourself The Gift Of Time
Spending time reflecting away from work can help you find clarity on your business and life. Read article »

Body Language Speaks Louder Than Words
Hire smart by looking past what references say about former employees and finding out what they mean. Nonverbal cues can often tell you more about a person than what that person spells out in an e-mail or conversation. One area where this comes up for many entrepreneurs is in hiring. When you ask most CEOs or business owners what keeps them up at night, it's either that they don't have enough good employees to grow or the ones they have are driving them crazy...
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Business Lessons From Mom
You never thought you'd admit it, but Mom was right. So sit up and pay attention to how her lessons growing up will help you become a successful entrepreneur today.
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Business Lessons From Dad
7 things my dad always did that helped me succeed in business today.
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Leaving A Legacy
Do you know what sort of impact you want to make on the world and how your business and your life factor into that.
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Creating A Brand
Whether you're selling your expertise or the face behind a product, your image directly affects your customers. Here's how to create a brand when the brand is you.
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Failing Your Way To Success
Don't let a failed startup kill your entrepreneurial dreams. Get back in the saddle again with these encouraging words of wisdom.
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Take Time Off From Your Startup
Planning--and taking--a well-deserved vacation the right way can refresh your spirits and your business.
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Gauging The Success Of Your Business
Building a business based on what you value most--not what you earn--will guarantee its success and your happiness.
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The ABCs Of Entrepreneurship
Whether you're just starting out or struggling through a rut, relearning your ABCs may be just the attitude adjustment you need to take your business to the next level.
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Is Business Just A Dating Game?
Apply the rules of romance to your business relationships and win your clients' hearts.
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The Ins And Outs Of Building Trust, Believing In Others And Spotting The Marks Of A Disingenuous Dealer.
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Your Pay Check
How do you know when--and how much--to pay yourself?
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A Fight Or Flight Reaction
Frivolous litigation is a fear that strikes the heart of every business owner. Here's what you can do about it...
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Attracting Success In The New Year
Letting go is a resolution that will save you time, money and heartache in the long run...
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Organizing Your Home Office
Make a resolution to get organized--and stay that way--the entire year with these four tips.
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Spice Up Your Summer Schedule
Is summer your slow season? It doesn’t have to be.
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Take A Break While The Weather’s Still Good
Recharge your batteries, connect with your team in a new way, and have some fun while the summer sun lasts.
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The Cost Of Customer Loyalty
When my favorite local coffee shop made a few too many changes, it forced customers away. How can you avoid this same mistake?
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Make Every Meeting Count
Sharpen your presentation skills with these simple steps to make the most of your meetings.
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How Do You Stay Connected?
This month I talk about celebrating my 20-year college reunion. I love any kind of reunion. They're great opportunities to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones with whom you share some common history. Gatherings like these allow you to rejuvenate, relax and remember people, places and things you enjoyed in the past and can still relate to today. Read more...
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How To Keep A Tight Ship When Life's Inevitable Storms Arise
There's a lot of press today about people in their prime career years being the sandwich generation--caught between aging parents and growing families. I'm here to tell you that there can be open-faced sandwiches (no kids), as well as club sandwiches, with businesses layered in between family obligations. These can lead to high pressure situations for even the most prepared and organized entrepreneurs...
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Manage Your Time And Business
You still hear a lot about sharing best practices across categories and industries. There are consultants and firms that have built entire businesses in this area. For example, I often see aspects of a technology firm that apply to a consumer products company or a nonprofit, despite their seeming differences...
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Plan Ahead For Low-Stress Holidays
Start thinking about the holidays long before they hit so you’ll be cool and collected come December.
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Getting Outside Help
It can be lonely at the top. Get help for your toughest business decisions by joining other fellow business owners.
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Is It The Right Time To Launch Your Business?
This successful entrepreneur points out five signs that will help you determine if it's now or never for your big business idea.
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New Year, New Resolutions
Get the update on the writer’s resolution to get organized, plus tips on making your promises a success.
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The Partner Track
How to decide if you should fly solo or not: the second in a two-part series on business partnerships.
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Should You Partner Up When It Comes to Business?
7 questions to ask yourself when considering a partnership.
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What To Do--And Not Do--As A Startup
These seven lessons will help keep you on track during the early stages of your business.
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Make Business Travel More Comfortable
Avoid upsetting flight delays and lost luggage with these 6 tips for business travelers.
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