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04.13.18
Vision and values…so what?
Vision and values are great, but they are only a good as the systems that back them up. Without leadership and reinforcement from the top, these guidelines fall flat and become idealist and unmeaningful to people. Change is constant, but it’s possible to keep vision and values consistently active, with the right mindset and actions. […]
Read More04.09.18
Can I deduct that? 5 lesser-known tax deductions
It is the dreaded T-time again. Tax day is nearly here. Are you ready? Every entrepreneur is undoubtedly concerned with minimizing their tax burden and maximizing allowable deductions. However, you may be overlooking some obvious ones. Here are 5 lesser-known deductions that should be on your radar in 2018 and beyond: Home office: If you […]
Read More03.27.18
Hacking Creativity: Start with Solitude
Picasso reminds us, “without great solitude no serious work can be done.” Dr. Carl Simonton opined, “At age 5, a child is creative 98 times a day, and by age 44, adults are only creative two times a day.” Botton line – we have sucked all the creativity out of our adult veins, and we […]
More03.26.18
Entrepreneurs seeking mentors: 4 questions to ask
Working with a mentor can serve as a leg up for any professional in any industry—including entrepreneurs. They are not immune to the challenges business people face. In fact, in some ways, their struggles are amplified. Having a sounding board and another set of eyes and ears can be just what an entrepreneur needs to […]
Read More03.21.18
Are you taking the path of least resistance
Something that worries me today is the lack of candor and authenticity in conversations. Some say it is a midwest thing, but I think the problem is broader than geography. Buffet said what separates the “uber” successful people from successful people is saying no most of the time. Most people just want you to say […]
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