Is your mind set for failure or growth?
…Do you have clear goals laid out or do you jump at any opportunity that sounds good?
Like sucks? Make a Plan
You envision the life you want (your desired outcomes) and you make deliberate steps towards those. Learn from your actions and adjust.
The Importance of Professional Development
You finished your degree, you started your business, you have a few certificates…you’ve done well for yourself. Why do you need to continue to self-educate? The world at large is ever changing. Best practices and standards are changing constantly. New laws, new ways to communicate, new technologies and new guides are shifting all the time. Keeping up with these changes are should be a top concern in your business, especially as a small or local business. Appearing to be incompetent can be detrimental to your credibility with your local customer base.
The Relaunch of CODE
The purpose of CODE is to focus in on the importance of small business owners developing as business owners, leaders and overall professionals.
To Splurge or not to Splurge
While growing your small business you will inevitably encounter times when you must make a decision on whether to spend money or go the DIY route. These can be tough decisions because every business owner wants to be fiscally responsible, earn a profit and grow their business…all while looking just as professional, innovative and up […]
Are you doomed to be small forever?
…They never get their business past operating through themselves. This means you aren’t growing, hiring, training or developing any one to run or care for your business in your absence.
Can You Hang Working From Home – The use of Virtual Space
I can personally attest to the difficulty of working from home. I have 2 dogs…who bark and run through the house (while I’m on the phone with a client), I see dirty dishes in my sink – a pet peeve, and of course, whenever I’m feeling a bit tired, the couch is calling my name. […]
The Illusion of FREE Scheduling
Who wouldn’t want to have complete control over the 24 hours of their day? Whether you’re a morning bird or a night owl, the idea of not having to report to someone to earn your living is a marvelous thought…and one that’s widely misconstrued.
Getting to the NItty-Gritty
Don’t let Hollywood define this for you. YOU. Yes, I mean you. Take some time to close your eyes and visualize what a “successful” life really looks like to you.
Multiple Streams of Income: Savvy Earner
Then get started creating the next stream by capitalizing on something that you have a passion for or that interest you. When you begin making a profit, don’t go buy a new pair of Jordan’s or a Coach purse…though both can be tempting. Instead, take that positive cash flow and pay down debt, save, reinvest, or start a 3rd stream.