There is an old adage in business that says “It’s not what you know, but who you know that matters most,” and there is a lot of truth to that. For instance, if it weren’t for my mom putting in a good word for me with her boss, I wouldn’t have gotten my first dish-washing job at the age of 13. This …
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Audio Interview with Bonnie Marcus of Women’s Success Coaching
Bonnie Marcus, founder of Women’s Success Coaching, explains in this interview with Monday Morning Radio host Dean Rotbart how women can succeed as entrepreneurs and businesswomen in today’s business environments. By focusing on promotion, positioning and building strategic relationships, Bonnie …
What Can You Do When You Don’t Feel Supported By Family and Friends?
This article is one in the multi-part series entitled The Entrepreneurial Mindset. Is there someone or several someones in your life who aren’t supporting your small business dreams and goals? Are these people causing you to question or yourself, making you wonder if you’re making the right …
When It Pays to be Small
Small business owners often lament that they can’t compete with the big dogs in their industries. This may be true on some levels. But there are several distinct advantages to being small that can bring success to even the most outsized small businesses. The most obvious way it pays to be small …
Audio Interview with Brian Lawley on Becoming an Effective Product Manager
In this interview, Dean Rotbart and David Biondo talk with Brian Lawley, Founder and CEO of the 280 Group. The 280 Group works with organizations and individuals seeking to improve their product management skills through training, coaching, templates and books based on the group’s trademarked …
Small Business Spotlight: Golden Office Trailers Community Involvement
Surviving in business for 40 years is no easy task. Since 1975, Golden Office Trailers in Southern California has shown that you can not only survive, but also thrive! Golden Office trailers is in the business of renting, leasing and selling mobile offices and works with industries such as …