What’s not to love about a cartoonist turned businessperson? Especially, one who’s an undisputed marketing genius? No, not me (but thanks for the 2 of you who thought that), but Walt Disney. Drew McLellan at the suggestion of CK has compiled his excellent series “Marketing Lessons from Walt” into a free PDF ebook. From the… Continue reading What Would Walt Do?
Can Work Be An Endless Summer Vacation?
Picture this… It’s early morning – you’re already up and raring to go. Maybe you’re out the door as soon as the sun is up, on your bike and meeting your friends. Or maybe you’re parked in front of the TV watching cartoons with a big bowl of Cocoa Pebbles. The whole day is brimming… Continue reading Can Work Be An Endless Summer Vacation?
Networking is a Conversation, Not a Lecture
Have you ever been at a networking event and been cornered by one of “those” types of networkers or salespeople? Mike Sigers (whose birthday happens to be today – happy b-day, Mike!) calls them Herb Tarlek types – what I feel to be a very accurate portrayal. Herb charges up to you, asks you what… Continue reading Networking is a Conversation, Not a Lecture
Your Perspective Changes Everything
Jill unfolded her napkin and placed it in her lap. Kevin opened his briefcase, took out the document and handed it to Jill. As she glanced at it, her eyes began to fill with tears, and the waiter quickly changed direction, knowing that the couple at table 23 would need some time. What just happened?… Continue reading Your Perspective Changes Everything
Just Because You Love An Idea Doesn’t Mean It Will Sell
Not really the headline you’d expect from a guy whose main focus is motivating and inspiring. Yet this is an important, but often difficult thing every home-based entrepreneur must grapple with. I’m an idea guy. I’ve got a million of them. Always have, since I was able to formulate an idea – sometime shortly after… Continue reading Just Because You Love An Idea Doesn’t Mean It Will Sell