Most of us are familiar with the classic Monopoly board game, also available in various mobile apps. The scandal about its creation is less widely known. American game designer Elizabeth “Lizzie” Magie created the game to educate and give voice to her political and economic views. “Contrary to popular board game lore, Monopoly was invented […]
Read MoreStarting a business is exciting and scary. When 7.5 out of 10 startups fail, it can be easy to talk yourself into waiting for the right time. There’s never a perfect time. You have to make your own opportunities, which may mean charting new territory. Consider the pioneering and highly awarded “First Lady of Software” Dr. […]
Read MoreAccountability is one of the most important traits an entrepreneur can possess. A mindset to help a business builder succeed. Individuals who are not business owners are held accountable by employers to show up for work each day, do their best and finish tasks assigned to them. Entrepreneurs are held accountable by their clients to […]
MoreI had the pleasure of hearing serial entrepreneur Marlin Stutzman speak at First Fridays Fort Wayne. He’s Principal Partner, The Stutzman Group, LLC. You may also recognize his name as Former Congressman Indiana 03. Afterward, we talked about the one piece of advice he would give to individuals starting their businesses. And because he is generous to share his […]
Read MoreWhat to do with a bad experience? Learn from it, share it and resolve to do better. I am a self-proclaimed positive realist. My rose-colored glasses are tempered with a healthy coating of reality. I do not air dirty laundry. It doesn’t align with how I choose to live. Yet, when I experienced auto renewal […]
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