We know you’re a “Young Go Getterâ€, but so our readers know, how old are you?
I turned 27 years young in May…. 30 kind of scares me.
Can you tell us the quick history about yourself, and what drives you to succeed?
As a small child (yes I’m 6’5 now, but I was small once) I spent …
October 29, 2009 Tags: cool idea, Entrepreneur News, interview
Category: Interviews 17 Comments
Recent years have shown a huge increase in freelancers and sole-proprietors in the business world. With freelancing and small business, personal branding is extremely important. Take a look at personal brands in fashion, music, and web companies and you’ll be surprised at some of the names you’d recognize by their brand:
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Read MoreOctober 28, 2009 Category: Business Tips and Tricks 2 Comments
If you’re like me, you’re always looking for new ways to grow your business and to put more money in your pockets. While acquiring new clients, adding new services, and working more hours are things you probably can and will do, I want to talk about something you might have overlooked: Writing an eBook.
The sales …
Read MoreOctober 27, 2009 Category: Entrepreneur News 8 Comments
No matter what your industry, you will have competition in some form or another. It may be direct or it may be a subtle, passive competitor. Whatever the case, it’s important to understand one rule.. business is not all about beating the other guy. If you’re in sales or any highly competitive industry, you may …
Read MoreOctober 26, 2009 Tags: business psychology
Category: Articles 1 Comment
In the spirit of #followfriday I wanted to include some twitter users that I enjoy following. I suggest you follow them as well as they can provide great insight and entertaining tweets!
@thederekjohnson - College dropout CEO of @Tatango & @Derek_Media.
@skanwar - Partner at Jet Cooper. Part marketer, part geek. Ruthless go-getter, your …
Read MoreOctober 23, 2009 Category: Articles 10 Comments
When you think about companies or organizations that have succeeded in branding themselves well - with a logo or a symbol or maybe even a commercial that sticks in your head, what comes to mind? I’m sure we are familiar with the swoosh from Nike, the Apple logo, the Golden Arches for McDonald’s. But recently, …
Read MoreOctober 22, 2009 Category: Articles 11 Comments
Preparation
A client is much like a test, requiring a good amount of time and study to understand their needs and answer their questions. Start by researching the company or client you are selling to, gathering any interesting information you can. When you are gathering this information, try to answer these questions:
What do you know about …
Read MoreOctober 20, 2009 Tags: clients, sales
Category: Business Tips and Tricks 2 Comments
Digital Technology makes business in the 21st century a breeze. With so many resources and advice readily available on the global market, almost anyone can start a business. Here’s are some interesting reads and resources for the young entrepreneur or freelancer:
Free Online Business Classes
This is no joke, I’ve personally read through and “taken” these courses …
October 19, 2009 Category: Business Tips and Tricks 2 Comments
I’m a sucker for inspirational/motivational speeches. Apart from feeling good at the end, they are a great way to shake you out from a slump of neutral emotions and plateaued energy. But even with those great benefits, how many speeches have caused you …
Read MoreOctober 18, 2009 Category: Entrepreneur News 2 Comments
Forward thinking and positive attitude
Often times when facing grim circumstances, its easy to get caught up in the problems at hand. Instead look beyond the current situation to the solution that lies on the other side. You have the ability to overcome and triumph if you continue to have faith in yourself and think outside …
October 17, 2009 Category: Business Tips and Tricks 6 Comments