In starting a new venture, we are often forced to optimize for one of two extremes: value or meaning. We choose to either focus on creating something to make money or we find a project […]
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In starting a new venture, we are often forced to optimize for one of two extremes: value or meaning. We choose to either focus on creating something to make money or we find a project […]
I’ve just finished watching Forrest Gump for the 7th time. This is a fictional film about the greatest entrepreneur ever. For those of you who have committed the crime of not watching this film, I […]
Do you feel pressed for timed Do you have trouble sticking to deadlines? If you’re like most people, you blame the clock. When you can’t meet your goals for the day, it’s easy to say […]
Starting a business is one of the hardest and most nerve-wracking endeavors most people will ever do with their career. Not only are you taking a huge personal risk, but also the financial commitment you […]
Caption: Carlo Cisco with guests at a Select Networking Event. Image Credit: Wendy Ploger If you’re at a networking event, it means you’re looking for something. Maybe it’s a job, or a lead; maybe you’re […]
It’s been nearly two years since I was first introduced to Tom Love’s “Explanation of Services” concept in a downtown Nashville conference room. It didn’t take long to understand it’s power in almost all aspects […]
I’m sure by now in your professional career you’ve had to read a book or two. If you aren’t a fan of reading or haven’t done so recently you need to get on it. Reading […]
There are many articles and perspectives about what success is or how to be successful. Personally, I believe it’s an important topic to study on a regular basis so you can learn the different perspectives […]
When Andy Frisella started out, he and his business partner rented a retail space with the last of their money, then shortly after they were robbed and their merchandise was vandalized. Most people would have just given up, […]
SEO is still as important today as it was over 10 years ago. But what’s interesting is how much it has changed since then. Buying keywords and writing articles filled with keywords used to be […]
How many co-workers are disengaged at your company? Have you checked-out? Many people are not involved in their work, not very enthusiastic about it, and are just committed enough to it so they don’t get […]
Nowadays just about everyone wants to be an entrepreneur—just ask the 72 percent of millennials who have considered starting their own business. The entrepreneurial lifestyle seems to be the gold standard for freedom and flexibility, […]