Thomas Edison once said, “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” Indeed Edison made 1,000 attempts at creating the light bulb before he achieved success. When asked how it felt to fail 1,000 times, Edison responded, "I didn't …
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Strategizing Articles and Interviews (category)
The most successful business owners are always thinking ahead. If you are a new business owner, strategizing about mission statements, corporate culture and business plans are things you would be smart to address early on. More seasoned business owners can benefit from articles on everything from setting client expectations to creating a niche for your small business
3 Ways Businesses Can Prepare for Natural Disasters
Natural disasters in this country are happening as frequently as ever, and you never know when one is going to strike your place of business. You can't prevent a disaster, but just as you can prepare your home, you can take certain precautions to minimize the damage to your business. Take a Serious …
How to Start an Online Business on a Tight Budget
Starting a business from scratch with an unforgiving budget is a reality that many entrepreneurs face. It’s not easy – in fact, sometimes it feels almost impossible. When budgets are tight, an entrepreneur is tested to the max and must hustle to make ends meet. Here are some things that you can do …
Famous Slogans: From Witty Word-Play to Inspirational
Most of Don Draper’s finest moments on the television show Mad Men came between guzzling alcohol, chain-smoking and adultery, when he found the time and inspiration to craft magical company slogans for his clients’ advertising campaigns. Mad Men gave us an entertaining, but fictional, portrayal of …
5 Survival Tips for New Entrepreneurs
When I first started my company, it was me in my living room, with a webcam and some beauty supplies. It has now grown into multimillion-dollar company, with a team of 14 women. Here are the top 5 tips that have helped me grow my business and become a better business owner: Hire Your First Employee …
Vision Statement Examples: Tips for Small Business Owners
By definition, vision statements and mission statements are two completely separate things, but that doesn’t stop many organizations from using them interchangeably or combining them to express their current purpose, as well as their vision for the future. Organizations of all sizes and types …