Growth Topics Articles

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By William Cox @ Monday, 16th July 2007 @ 1:06 PM

We have all heard of the tremendous power of visualization - the process of creating a mental picture of what you want as a means of acquiring or achieving something you desire. While it may seem like a lot of metaphysical mumbo-jumbo, I would challenge you to reflect on the goals in your life that you have realized and conclude that visualization was not an important part of the process. We've all done it in the past - think back to something good in your life that you worked for an... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Cathy Goodwin @ Friday, 29th June 2007 @ 8:53 PM

While catching up on my email, I found this query from an ezine reader: Q. Cathy, I wear several hats: editing, creative writing, copywriting, and even some consulting. How do I combine these skills into one website? One business? Or do I need more than one of each? A. This question gets asked often, even by me. Here's what I would recommend. (1) Combine your businesses if they serve the same target market. A jewelry designer who also works as a real estate agent probab... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Obinna Heche @ Wednesday, 27th June 2007 @ 10:26 PM

A lot of new small business entrepreneurs feel that they are too busy with their work that joining organizations is but a waste of time. If you are one of those entrepreneurs who cannot be bothered about joining small business organizations, you need to revise your opinion fast. There are many benefits that you can derive from joining these small business outfits. In fact, many small business entrepreneurs were able to bring their business into a new level by joining one of these organizations. ... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Suzanne Holman @ Monday, 25th June 2007 @ 3:16 PM

If you find yourself being super critical of yourself, you are probably a perfectionist. You may even be proud of the fact that you are a perfectionist. Is perfectionism a good thing? Let's take a look at some of the imperfect parts of perfectionism. Being a perfectionist is one of the biggest causes of procrastination. If you find yourself putting off starting a job, notice what your expectations are of yourself. If you feel as though you have to figure out the perfect ... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By John Neyman, Jr. @ Monday, 18th June 2007 @ 9:32 PM

Once you have decided to create a course or tutorial on a topic that you feel very passionately about, you might be somewhat confused about where to start. Whether you plan to create a short tutorial or a semester long course, there is no need to worry because there is a process available to get your course or tutorial completed. To create a course, one suggested model to use is the ADDIE model. The ADDIE model is not a template or a document; it is rather a process to assist you in crea... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Cathy Goodwin @ Tuesday, 12th June 2007 @ 9:45 AM

A few weeks ago, I was going through a bunch of subscriber email questions. One question that kept popping up over and over again went like this: "I'm just getting started in my new business. My friends suggested pricing below market to build my portfolio. What do you recommend?" As usual, my answer would be, "It depends." Some profitable service professionals have fond memories of charging low prices when they still checked off the "new business&quo... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Christopher Anderson @ Monday, 11th June 2007 @ 12:00 PM

Most people in the world spend all there time blaming others for there circumstances and playing the role of a victim rather than taking accountability for there lives. The victims blame everyone else, life's circumstances and everything else for their life's misery, lack of prospering and unattain desires and goals. On the other hand a Producers, the opposite of a victims, don't let life's circumstances control how they feel or what they accomplish. A Producers ta... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Christopher Anderson @ Saturday, 9th June 2007 @ 10:57 AM

One of the biggest misconceptions in the world is that we live in a world of lack. You hear it all the time. There isn't enough money, there isn't enough oil, there isn't enough natural resources, there isn't enough land. On the contrary, there is actually an abundance of everything. People who believe that there isn't enough create within themselves a mind set of lack which actually keeps them in poverty. If a person is thinking there is lack and not enough i... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Mayoor Patel @ Friday, 8th June 2007 @ 1:09 AM

With well over a century of steady usage of crude oil, it is fairly easy to predict some of the recurring trends in the rise and fall of crude oil future prices. What we have to do is simply employ the old rule of thumb that tells us there is nothing new under the sum and then apply that to projections on crude oil production and consumption. Here are some examples of changes that we can anticipate to occur right on schedule. As the nation emerges from cold weather and reaches toward the ... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Cathy Goodwin @ Saturday, 2nd June 2007 @ 5:14 PM

You've just received an email from a local business networking group. They want you to give a talk next month. Your first thought: "A great way to attract clients for my professional service." But your next thought: "How can I make this work?" Speaking engagements can be more powerful than simply attending a networking meeting. You want to make the most of each one. So you can't just show up. You have to plan ahead. Talk to the program director, ev... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Scott Metcalfe @ Friday, 1st June 2007 @ 1:32 PM

I remember when we first met... You were the classic entrepreneur, passionate about your business, an expert in your field but decidedly NOT a business development expert, and certainly NOT a salesperson. Right? Unfortunately, I wasn't the first business advisor you met. Prior to our meeting one another some marketing "experts" told you that you don't need to "sell" anything you simply need to market your business. This sounded great to you because you�... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Scott Metcalfe @ Tuesday, 22nd May 2007 @ 1:31 PM

"Never fear the want of business. A man who qualifies himself well for his calling, never fails of employment." Thomas Jefferson (1743 - 1826) I know you. You started your business because you are passionate about it. You're better than most, maybe even the best at what you do and yet clients and customers are not beating a path to your door. In times of desperation you've even dramatically lowered your price and STILL you did not get your fair share of the m... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Christopher Anderson @ Wednesday, 16th May 2007 @ 1:07 PM

Recently one of my acquaintances jokingly said, "I would love to have to pay taxes on a million dollars, because that means I would have a million dollars." This acquaintance, like so many other individuals in the world want millions of dollars without the stewardship that people who earn a million dollars have. Why do you think the lottery is so popular? It is a misconception that people think winning the lottery will make them happy. In order to win that kind of money, you must be ... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Christopher Anderson @ Wednesday, 16th May 2007 @ 12:47 PM

One of the most amazing tools you have is your mind. When used properly the mind can create an atmosphere of great joy. A great tool the mind has is the Law of Attraction. The Law of Attraction is a universal law that states: Like attracts like. It is important to know that everything in the universe is made of energy. When something is put under a powerful microscope and take to the deepest level of seeing, beyond atoms, all that is left is energy. This energy gives off a vibration. The ... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Scott Metcalfe @ Monday, 14th May 2007 @ 11:40 AM

A Question for You: Given the choice would you rather choose to go out on an endless series of blind dates or slowly over time develop a wonderful relationship with someone who had all the qualities you were looking for and could ultimately prove to be a perfect match? I suspect the latter. Well in the world of business development I guarantee you that it is better to consistently court qualified prospects than it is to continually go on the "blind dates" of cold calling. N... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Suzanne Holman @ Friday, 11th May 2007 @ 1:02 PM

Struggle is not required for success. Are you surprised to hear that? Personally, I grew up with the philosophy that you needed to work hard to succeed. This doesn't really serve me today. What I've done for you in this article is identify seven key sources of struggle. For each of these struggles, I'm sharing a remedy. Finally, we'll look at what the rewards are for squelching these struggles! URGENCY Struggle: When there is urgency, ther... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Christine Groth @ Wednesday, 2nd May 2007 @ 12:30 PM

What does it take to become a successful Entrepreneur? Entrepreneurs are unique and they are unlike "most people". I have been entrepreneur for the past 10 years, and it hasn't been all glory. Entrepreneurship is challenging and rewarding. It has allowed many indulgent items in our family, some of which are time and vacations. Let's talk about the traits of a successful entrepreneur. 1. An eye for opportunity: Entrepreneurs notice opportunities when most pe... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Christine Groth @ Friday, 27th April 2007 @ 8:09 PM

The only way of achieving anything in life is by setting goals. But a few years ago I learned that I really had no idea on how to set a goal. It's not just about saying, I need to loose 20 pounds. We all have things that we want to do but some how we kick them to the curb after a few days or weeks. So what makes the difference between people who say they want to do something, and those who really achieve their dreams? Let's go over a few hallmark concepts that separate those peo... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Ann Williamson @ Tuesday, 20th March 2007 @ 2:46 AM

Building a list is basically a two-step process. Begin by getting some information products together so that you have items to attract people to your lists. Since people are bombarded with ads both online and off daily, you will want to attract them to you with your own freebies, goodies and special offers. Secondly, find ways to seek out people will sign up for your lists! Here are just a few list building tips that include info for both of the above steps. Everyone needs an Announcemen... more...

Business » Entrepreneurship » Growth Topics | By Jennifer Lavoie @ Wednesday, 7th March 2007 @ 4:53 PM

Working from home is a great way to gain personal time freedom. It also presents lucrative tax savings, earning potential and if you build it right, passive income for life. Here's a question for you: Are you really running a business or are your playing at a business and treating it more like a hobby. To decide which is which, ask yourself a few questions: 1. Do I have a plan? Yes I mean a real business plan, one that includes marketing, promotion, sales, com... more...