Do you learn and grow from the problems in your life? I believe learning is one of the keys to being a valued person, both personal and in business. If we don’t consciously learn, we are doomed. I say that …
Is there value in the challenges that life offer us? Read more »
Or is it all about what you say? I hope all of what you are is based on your actions. The reason I say that is because words are cheap. What that means to you is anyone can say anything, …
What do you do when all hell breaks loose? Let me give you an example. You started your business a number of years ago. Business is starting to flourish, and you can see that all your work is starting to …
How do you handle the chaos and confusion of today’s world? Read more »
Or are you just going through the motions. The reason for my focus on the moment is that we have only the present moment to live and to act. There is no doubt that we can’t live in the past, …
Yes, why would anyone listen to you speak? In the past week I made a speech at our local Toastmaster’s meeting. It was meant to entertain. While I am a confident person who does not mind sharing my opinions with …
Why would anyone pay attention to what you are saying? Read more »
Prove it! That is what all your potential customers are saying. Prove that what you are offering is different or unique from all the others. You can do that by becoming known for the uniqueness of the product/service differentiation. In …
Is what you are offering different than what your competitor is offering? Read more »
This question is due to a recent experience with my internet provider. I was having a small challenge so I called their service department. Sadly the technical support person did not know anything about service or listening skills. Every time …
In the automobile business it is usually between 5 and 7 years. Are you asking, ‘What does that have to do with me?’ The short answer is everything. The long answer is that unless you are thinking ahead and coming …
How long does it take you from idea to selling your product or service? Read more »
You don’t have one, maybe you should read on. When Domino’s Pizza was originally started they stated that their customer’s would have delivery in 30 minutes or less, or it would be free. That was quite a plan, and it …
In yesterdays blog I spoke about the difference between being a hunter and a gatherer. In order to become a gatherer you need to change your focus by moving away from being a product/service pusher. To do that you need …
Would you like to become a professional gatherer? Read more »